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Wolfson Foundation funds major upgrade at Swansea University's Egypt Centre
By Globe Banner | Jul 23, 2025
The Wolfson Foundation has announced funding for the redevelopment of The House of Death gallery at the Egypt Centre.
Meta strengthens protections for teens and children on Instagram
By Globe Banner | Jul 23, 2025
Meta has announced updates to enhance protections for teenagers and child safety features on its platforms.
Alex Ham appointed global chairman of investment banking at Barclays
By Globe Banner | Jul 23, 2025
Barclays has announced the appointment of Alex Ham as Global Chairman of Investment Banking.
U.S. Ambassador highlights economic security at Sri Lankan defense college
By Globe Banner | Jul 23, 2025
On July 23, 2025, U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung addressed the Defence Services Command and Staff College in Sri Lanka.
Chargé d’Affaires Jeremey Neitzke serves at U.S. Embassy Maputo
By Globe Banner | Jul 23, 2025
Jeremey Neitzke is serving as the Chargé d’Affaires of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique.
National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine employees subjected to at least 70 warrantless security raids
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
The Ukrainian National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has reported that over 70 warrantless searches targeting its employees were conducted by Ukrainian security services.
Ambassador Popp discusses disease elimination efforts at African ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
Ambassador William W. Popp addressed the High-Level Ministerial on Triple Elimination of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B in Africa.
U.S. Embassy in Suva seeks quotes for chiller parts replacement
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Suva has issued a request for quotations for the replacement of chiller parts.
World Bank approves $9.175M grant for urban resilience in Central African Republic
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
The World Bank has approved an additional grant of $9.175 million from the Global Environment Facility for the Inclusive and Resilient Cities Project in the Central African Republic.
Argentina joins WTO effort against harmful fisheries subsidies
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
Argentina has formally accepted the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step towards the agreement's entry into force.
Madagascar's TALIM project receives $185M funding to improve primary education outcomes
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
Antananarivo, July 22, 2025 — The newly approved Transforming Access and Learning in Madagascar (TALIM) Project aims to benefit 4.7 million Malagasy students in pre-primary and primary education, along with 135,000 teachers and 27,000 public...
Mauritania and Chad sign $137M education funding agreements with World Bank support
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
The governments of Mauritania and Chad have signed funding agreements for the Regional Engagement for Learning and Collaboration in Education (RELANCE) Project.
Deforestation in Colombia harms biodiversity more than previously estimated
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
In a groundbreaking survey, scientists have found that deforestation for cattle farming in Colombia is causing 60% more harm to biodiversity than previously estimated.
Level 3 electric vehicle charging station opens at Toyota Canada's headquarters
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
Part of its approach to a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) society, Mitsui Canada has opened a Level 3 Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Scarborough.
ANZ supports Women's Livelihood Bond 7 for empowerment across Asia
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
ANZ has announced its involvement in the initial tranche of the Women's Livelihood Bond 7 (WLB7), a bond issuance by Impact Investment Exchange (IIX).
U.S. Embassy in Philippines closes consular section due to severe weather
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has announced that its Consular Section will be closed on July 23, 2025, due to severe weather conditions in Metro Manila.
Hospitality sector sees boost from office returns amid economic shifts
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
Barclays has reported that the Hospitality and Leisure (H&L) sector is experiencing growth due to increased footfall from workers returning to offices.
NCUA releases annual report detailing ombudsman's activities in 2024
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has published its Office of the Ombudsman 2024 Annual Report.
World Bank urges resilient development as Indian cities face climate challenges
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
India's urban areas are poised to become significant economic hubs, with a new World Bank report indicating that cities will generate 70% of new jobs by 2030.
University of Cambridge researchers advance AI use for faster landslide detection
By Globe Banner | Jul 22, 2025
Researchers from the University of Cambridge are employing artificial intelligence to expedite landslide detection after major earthquakes and extreme rainfall.