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Macquarie launches Millbray platform targeting over-50s housing market

Macquarie Real Estate Partners (MREP), managed by Macquarie Asset Management’s Real Estate division, has announced the creation of Millbray, a new group focused on land lease communities in Australia.


U.S. Embassy Praia seeks applicants for project control coordinator position

The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced a job opening for the position of Project Control Coordinator (FSN-10).


U.S. Embassy in Freetown issues RFQ for new Land Cruiser Prado

The U.S. Embassy in Freetown has announced a request for quotation (RFQ) for the purchase of one brand new Land Cruiser Prado.


World Bank Group executive directors visit Argentina to discuss sustainable mining

A group of 10 Executive Directors from the World Bank Group visited Argentina between September 10 and 12, aiming to better understand the country's development priorities.


Summit Ridge secures $305 million credit facility from Bank of America for solar expansion

Summit Ridge Energy has secured a $305 million senior secured credit facility from Bank of America to finance a portfolio of community solar projects in Illinois and Maryland.


U.S urges broader funding participation for IAEA's global nuclear security initiatives

The United States has expressed its views on the 2025 Nuclear Security Report at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting in Vienna.


U.S., Cameroonian collaboration launches new Superman anthology featuring Epasa Moto

At a launch event hosted by Ubuntu Creative Hub, U.S. Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora addressed the official unveiling of "Superman: The World," an anthology resulting from a collaboration between Zebra Comics of Cameroon and DC Comics of the...


Cambridge scientists develop smart material for targeted arthritis drug delivery

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a new material that could improve the treatment of arthritis by releasing drugs directly at inflamed joints.


Deputy Secretary Landau discusses regional security with Trinidad and Tobago prime minister

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a call with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to discuss ongoing cooperation between the two countries.


CDC adds Bangladesh to Level 2 health notice for Chikungunya precautions

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added Bangladesh to its Level 2 – Practice Enhanced Precautions Traveler’s Health Notice for Chikungunya in the Indian Ocean region.


UK consumer card spending slows but confidence improves after base rate cut

Consumer card spending in the UK increased by just 0.5 per cent year-on-year in August, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report.


Researchers develop non-invasive ultrasound device for precise deep brain modulation

A new study published in Nature Communications describes a device that can non-invasively target deep brain regions with high precision using transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS).


OAS member states call for coordinated global action on Haiti's crisis

A group of member states from the Organization of American States (OAS) issued a joint statement reaffirming their support for Haiti amid ongoing security and institutional challenges.


U.S. Embassy warns Americans after nationwide blackout hits Cuba

A nationwide power outage occurred in Cuba on September 10, beginning at 9:14 a.m. local time.


U.S. Embassy marks completion of LEAD English Program at National Library

At a ceremony held at the National Library and Archives in Balbala, U.S. Ambassador Cynthia Kierscht addressed graduates of the LEAD English Program, an intensive language course supported by the U.S. Embassy in Djibouti.


FDA approves INLEXZO from Johnson & Johnson for certain types of bladder cancer

Johnson & Johnson announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved INLEXZO (gemcitabine intravesical system) for the treatment of adult patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive, non-muscle invasive bladder...


Australian consumer confidence rises as financial outlook improves

Consumer confidence in Australia increased by 1.3 points last week, reaching 89.3 points, according to the latest ANZ-Roy Morgan survey.


U.S. updates guidance on nonimmigrant visa processing by country of residence

Applicants seeking U.S. nonimmigrant visas are now advised to schedule their visa interview appointments at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate located in their country of nationality or residence.


U.S. Embassy recognizes graduates of LEAD English Program in Djibouti

The U.S. Embassy in Djibouti marked the graduation of 50 participants from the LEAD English Program at an event held at the Bibliothèque et Archives Nationales American Corner.


U.S. Embassy announces federal benefits unit visit for Social Security services in September

Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will be in Guatemala City from September 22 to 24, 2025, to provide services related to U.S. Social Security benefits.