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U.S. celebrates George Washington's Birthday with federal holiday

George Washington's Birthday will be observed as a federal holiday on Monday, February 17, 2025.


Marco Rubio sworn in as Secretary of State

Marco Rubio was sworn in as Secretary of State at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., on January 21, 2025.


Safety tips issued for Trinidad's Carnival amid state of emergency

The annual Carnival celebration in Trinidad and Tobago is set to occur from February 28 to March 4.


Secretary Rubio travels to Europe and Middle East for diplomatic talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a diplomatic tour, starting with a visit to Munich on February 13.


Keith Kellogg travels to Europe aiming for peace in Ukraine

Assistant to the President and Special Presidential Envoy for Russia and Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, is set to embark on a European trip from February 13-22.


Siemens extends supervisory board terms; elects Mark Schneider

Siemens has announced that its shareholders have approved several key decisions during the recent Annual Shareholders' Meeting.


Philippines begins probe into corrugating medium imports

The Philippines has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning the importation of corrugating medium.


U.S. Embassy issues security alert for Americans in Kinshasa

The U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa has issued a security alert for U.S. citizens residing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).


World Bank funds rural electrification project targeting full coverage in Eswatini

A new project funded by the World Bank aims to bring Eswatini closer to universal energy access by 2030.


Australian consumers projected to spend billions ahead of Valentine’s Day 2025

ANZ Bank forecasts that Australians might spend as much as $4.39 billion on gifts, dining, and vacations ahead of Valentine’s Day.


Rubio to visit four countries for security talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to travel to Munich on February 13, where he will participate in the Munich Security Conference.


Taiwan Stock Market volatility expected; Fubon launches new ETF with momentum strategy

Fubon Asset Management has announced the launch of its "Fubon Flagship 50 (009802) ETF," a market capitalization-based exchange-traded fund, after a two-year hiatus.


Demonstration expected in Dublin; U.S. Embassy issues advisory

A demonstration is anticipated to take place in Dublin city center on February 15, 2025, beginning at 1:30 p.m. The event may affect public transportation and normal traffic patterns, as it could pass near the U.S. Embassy.


Vehicle incident prompts alert from U.S. Consulate General in Munich

Police and news outlets have reported an incident at the Hauptbahnhof in Munich, Germany, where a vehicle drove into a crowd, injuring several people.



U.S. Embassy Hanoi seeks bids for SUV procurement

The U.S. Embassy in Hanoi has issued a solicitation notice for the procurement of a gasoline automatic transmission SUV.


Ambassador Young hosts reception for Trump's inauguration in Brazzaville

Ambassador Eugene Young hosted a reception on January 20th at his residence in Brazzaville to celebrate the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States.


Trump's executive order targets racial discrimination in South Africa

The U.S. Department of State, in alignment with President Trump's Executive Order on Addressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa, is collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security.


Demonstration planned at U.S. Embassy in Pretoria on February 15

A demonstration is scheduled to occur in Pretoria, South Africa, on Saturday, February 15, 2025.


Demonstration planned near U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen

A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Copenhagen, Denmark, on February 15, 2025.