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U.S. Embassy warns of violence at Niassa Special Reserve in Mozambique
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Maputo has issued a security alert following reports of a terrorist attack on villages near the Niassa Special Reserve, Mozambique, on April 23, 2025.
World Bank report highlights the need for reforms to sustain Pakistan's economic stabilization
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
Pakistan's economic forecast shows modest growth with real GDP expected to rise by 2.7 percent for the current fiscal year ending June 2025, a slight improvement from last year's 2.5 percent.
Swansea University receives recognition for supporting technical community
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The Technician Commitment initiative, supported by the UK Institute of Technical Skills and Strategy (UKITSS), seeks to enhance visibility, recognition, career growth, and sustainability in technical professions across universities and research...
World Bank predicts moderate economic growth for MENA region in 2025 amid uncertainties
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
According to a recent report by the World Bank, economic growth in the Middle East and North Africa is projected to accelerate modestly, reaching a growth rate of 2.6 percent in 2025, up from 1.9 percent in 2024.
WTO accession progress discussed at Horn of Africa Initiative meeting
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
Four Horn of Africa countries—Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan—are currently involved in negotiations to join the World Trade Organization (WTO), representing half the total African nations seeking membership.
Central Bank of Liberia partners with World Bank's RAMP for asset management
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The World Bank has announced that the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has joined the Reserve Advisory & Management Partnership (RAMP), a global initiative aimed at enhancing public asset management in lower-income, fragile, or conflict-affected...
Unraveling a WWII hero's Dutch connections: John Wahman's quest
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
John Wahman, assigned to the U.S. Embassy in The Hague since 2023, set out to trace the journey of his great-uncle, Clement C. Leone, a decorated World War II hero with ties to the Netherlands.
Moroccan Judge Mina Sougrati becomes president of the International Association of Women Judges
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
Moroccan Judge Mina Sougrati has been inducted as President of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) during the association's biennial conference in Cape Town, South Africa, on April 9.
World Bank emphasizes policies for economic recovery and poverty reduction in Sri Lanka
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
Sri Lanka's economy has demonstrated robust recovery in 2024, achieving a growth rate of 5 percent, which surpasses the previously projected 4.4 percent, according to the World Bank.
Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable discusses restructuring and debt vulnerabilities
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable (GSDR) convened in Washington, D.C., focusing on enhancing debt restructuring processes and addressing debt vulnerabilities.
UBS to present first-quarter 2025 financial results via webcast
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The financial corporation UBS Group AG has announced that it will present its first-quarter results for 2025 through a webcast on April 30, 2025.
UBS to webcast first quarter 2025 results presentation on April 30
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
UBS has announced that its first quarter 2025 results presentation and analyst Q&A session will be streamed via a webcast.
U.S. Embassy enforces stricter document policy for immigrant visa interviews
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
Immigrant visa applicants should take note of a significant change in requirements at the U.S. Embassy.
Oxford University to award honorary degrees to nine distinguished individuals
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The upcoming Encaenia ceremony on June 25, 2025, will see the conferral of honorary degrees to notable figures including former New Zealand Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern, broadcaster Lord Melvyn Bragg, journalist Clive Myrie, historians...
MEP Berger: 'Crypto assets and stablecoins are by definition global'
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
MEP Stefan Berger has emphasized the importance of enforcing the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation within the European Union rather than revising it.
FCA issues warning against cCrypto.ai for unauthorized financial services
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning against cCrypto.ai for offering financial and crypto-related services without proper authorization.
As U.S. tariffs escalate, China develops a trade proxy in Chile
By C.D. Marsden | Apr 22, 2025
President Donald J. Trump is determined to make it harder for U.S. firms to trade with China.
San Francisco Transit Riders Policy Manager: The Waymo Decision is 'dangerous, undemocratic, and inequitable'
By D. L. Deener | Apr 22, 2025
Dylan Fabris, Community and Policy Manager of San Francisco Transit Riders, has expressed concerns over Mayor Daniel Lurie's decision to permit Waymo-only vehicles on Market Street.
Bank of America to redeem €1.25 billion senior notes in May 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
Bank of America Corporation has announced its decision to redeem all €1.25 billion of its outstanding 0.808% Fixed/Floating Rate Senior Notes on May 9, 2025.
Fulbright research program for 2026-2027 opens for Serbian doctoral students
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
The United States Embassy in Serbia has announced the Fulbright Non-degree Visiting Researcher Program for Doctoral Students for the 2026-2027 academic year.