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US imposes new visa restrictions on Nicaraguan regime officials
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The United States has announced the implementation of visa restrictions affecting over 250 officials of the Nicaraguan regime, led by Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo.
US Embassy in Guinea seeks internet provider for Marine Security Guards
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea is set to award a contract for internet services for Marine Security Guards.
U.S. Ambassador George Glass begins tenure in Japan
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass has arrived in Japan, landing at Haneda Airport alongside his wife, Mrs. Mary Glass, on April 18, 2025.
Rubio and Sugiono discuss security and trade partnership in meeting
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono to discuss key aspects of the U.S.-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
US donates laptops to American Corner Suva to promote education and innovation
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
On April 17, U.S. Ambassador to Fiji, Marie C. Damour, presented 14 laptops and a high-tech storage cabinet to the American Corner Suva, situated at Carnegie Library.
Astronomers find potential biosignatures on exoplanet K2-18b
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
Using data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), researchers led by the University of Cambridge have found chemical markers that may point to biological activity on the exoplanet K2-18b.
Severe droughts linked to Roman Britain's collapse, study reveals
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
A recent study spearheaded by the University of Cambridge has revealed that a sequence of severe droughts significantly contributed to the 'Barbarian Conspiracy' in late Roman Britain—a pivotal historical event that occurred in 367 CE.
U.S. Mission praises SAPS for recovering kidnapped citizen in Eastern Cape
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
The U.S. Mission to South Africa has expressed gratitude to the South African Police Service (SAPS) following the successful rescue of a kidnapped American citizen.
New DS-160 visa application rules for Astana and Almaty starting May 2
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
Starting May 2, 2025, non-immigrant visa applicants to the Consular Sections in Astana and Almaty need to finalize appointments by 5:00 p.m. three business days before their interviews.
World Bank backs Caribbean renewable energy facility to boost energy resilience
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a new initiative known as the Caribbean Resilient Renewable Energy Infrastructure Investment Facility for Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
DEG receives certifications for fair pay commitment and policies
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
Fair pay and equal opportunities are essential components of DEG's sustainable human resources policy.
Bombardier expands use of Siemens software to enhance aircraft engineering and innovation
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
Bombardier has announced an expanded partnership with Siemens to further incorporate the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software into its aircraft development process.
U.S. Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City seeks suppliers for AED devices
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has announced a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under the solicitation number PR15184462, seeking suppliers for AED Devices and Accessories.
U.S. Embassy in Beirut showcases Lebanese artworks in annual exhibit
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
On April 15, U.S. Ambassador Lisa Johnson held a reception to commemorate the “A Thread of Hope” exhibit at the U.S. Embassy.
US Ambassador and Health Ministry award lab accreditations in the DRC
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
On April 17, 2025, the U.S. Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) participated in a ceremony alongside officials from the Ministry of Health to mark the awarding of accreditation certificates to two clinical laboratories in Kinshasa.
IMF and Jordan agree on reforms under extended fund facility
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded discussions in Amman regarding the third review under the IMF's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and potential support under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).
Middle East and North Africa tackle water crisis to boost growth
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
Countries in the Middle East and North Africa are addressing the growing water crisis by implementing measures aimed at securing their water resources for the future.
OCBC Cycle goes fully virtual due to limited security resources
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
OCBC Cycle 2025 will transition to a fully virtual event, organizers announced on April 17, 2025.
U.S. Consul General Hurtado examines Bermuda Airport Authority's operations and agreements
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
U.S. Consul General Antoinette Hurtado made a visit to the Bermuda Airport Authority to discuss agreements between U.S. agencies and the Airport Authority.
U.S. consular officer provides services in Saint Lucia on May 14-15, 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
A consular officer from the U.S. Embassy will be in Saint Lucia on May 14 and 15, 2025, to process applications for U.S. passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad.