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Ambassador Julie Chung opens regional workshop on terrorism and weapons of mass destruction
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2025
Ambassador Julie Chung addressed participants at the opening ceremony of a workshop focused on terrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMD), held at the ITC Hotel in Colombo.
Bank of America raises US minimum hourly wage to $25 for all hourly workers
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2025
Bank of America has announced an increase in its minimum hourly wage in the United States to $25.
Steve Varley named senior advisor for Warburg Pincus industrials group
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2025
Warburg Pincus has appointed Steve Varley as Senior Advisor, the firm announced on September 17, 2025.
U.S. participation highlighted at IAEA Board of Governors September 2025 meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors is meeting in September 2025 to discuss key issues related to the agency’s work.
U.S. advises visa applicants to apply in their country of residence or nationality
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Applicants seeking U.S. nonimmigrant visas are advised to schedule their visa interview appointments at the U.S. embassy or consulate located in their country of residence or nationality.
White House issues new rules targeting wrongful detention of Americans abroad
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
The White House has issued a new executive order aimed at increasing protections for U.S. nationals who face wrongful detention abroad.
Trump signs executive order targeting wrongful detention of Americans abroad
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at increasing protections for U.S. nationals who are wrongfully detained abroad.
Trump signs executive order targeting wrongful detention of Americans abroad
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
President Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at increasing pressure on those responsible for the wrongful detention of U.S. nationals abroad.
World Bank highlights progress on strategic financing reforms supporting universal healthcare worldwide
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Health financing is a key element in ensuring access to health services without causing financial hardship, according to the World Bank.
India faces urgent need for climate-resilient urban planning amid rapid growth
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Cities in India are expected to play a central role in the country's economic future, with projections indicating that they will generate over 70 percent of new jobs within the next five years.
World Bank projects steady economic growth for Viet Nam through 2027
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Viet Nam's economy is projected to grow by 6.6 percent in 2025, according to the World Bank’s latest Viet Nam Economic Update report.
Tech-driven reforms transform India's agricultural universities
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
India’s agricultural sector, which employs nearly half of the nation’s workforce, is undergoing significant changes as it faces new challenges such as climate change and the need for advanced technology.
Africa Climate Summit highlights need for resilient energy infrastructure through Mission 300
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
At the Africa Climate Summit 2025, a ministerial dialogue focused on expanding energy access and building resilient infrastructure across the continent.
Thailand initiates safeguard probe into polypropylene imports
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Thailand has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of polypropylene, according to a notification from the Department of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce.
Oxford professor Steve Strand elected Fellow by Academy of Social Sciences
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Professor Steve Strand of the University of Oxford has been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences.
Swiss Re highlights AI's role amid rising catastrophe losses at Monte Carlo event
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Rising losses from natural catastrophes and growing geopolitical risks are creating challenges for the global re/insurance sector, according to Swiss Re.
Hannover Re forecasts stable or slightly lower reinsurance prices ahead of January 2026 renewals
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Hannover Re expects stable to slightly lower prices and sustained favorable terms and conditions for the upcoming treaty renewals in property and casualty reinsurance as of January 1, 2026.
Amazon launches AWS New Zealand region with NZ$7.5B investment, 1,000 jobs
By T. S. Bachman | Sep 16, 2025
Amazon has announced the launch of the AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) Region, accompanied by a NZ$7.5 billion investment aimed at building data centers, supporting approximately 1,000 jobs annually, and contributing NZ$10.8 billion to New...
Sabancaya volcano eruption prompts orange alert; U.S. Embassy advises caution
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
The Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP) has raised the alert level for the Sabancaya volcano in Arequipa to "Level Orange" following increased volcanic activity.
Amazon says AWS, HERE launch SDV Accelerator to speed software-defined vehicle development
By K. T. Davies | Sep 16, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and HERE Technologies have announced the launch of SDV Accelerator, a platform designed to assist automakers in expediting the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs).