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Federal infrastructure funding in the United States is facing renewed uncertainty as the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) approaches the end of its current authorization period, raising concerns over the future of road and bridge investment nationwide. The issue comes as the five-year Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funding window nears expiration at the end… [Read More]

The Philippines could eliminate poverty and transition into a predominantly middle-class society by 2040, but only if it implements urgent and comprehensive economic and social reforms, according to a new World Bank report. The report, Building the Filipino Middle Class: Towards Resilient Futures and Poverty Eradication, highlights significant progress in recent years, noting that the… [Read More]

Maryborough — June 4, 2026 — The Central Goldfields Shire Council has announced that applications for the 2026–2027 Community Grants Program will open on Wednesday, July 1, offering a total of $30,000 in funding to support local projects. Grants ranging from $500 to $3,000 will be available for community-based organisations to deliver activities, programs, small events, equipment,… [Read More]

The World Bank Group has approved a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Tajikistan covering fiscal years 2026 to 2032, aimed at accelerating economic transformation, strengthening resilience, and promoting private sector-led growth that creates jobs. The new framework aligns with Tajikistan’s National Development Strategy 2030 and brings together the resources and expertise of the International… [Read More]

More than 160 young people from across Chile gathered for the Chile 2026 Youth Summit: Jobs of the Future to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of work in a rapidly changing economy. Organized by the World Bank Group in collaboration with the Federation of Chilean Industry (SOFOFA), the Pontifical Catholic University of… [Read More]

Charities supporting young people facing barriers to employment, education, and training can now apply for a share of a £150,000 funding programme launched by the Persimmon Charitable Foundation. The foundation has opened its second funding round of 2026, focusing on initiatives that help individuals aged 14 to 25 improve employability, develop skills, and access opportunities… [Read More]

The Rockefeller Foundation has awarded a $300,000 grant to the Just Transitions Incubator (JUTI) to strengthen and expand Bangkok Climate Action Week (BKKCAW), a leading platform for locally driven climate action in Southeast Asia. The funding will support the creation of a multi-stakeholder coalition responsible for organizing Bangkok Climate Action Week in 2026 and 2027…. [Read More]

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has committed up to $10 million to Highland Central Asia Fund II, a move aimed at increasing access to long-term financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. The investment is expected to support private sector growth, job creation, and the development of the private… [Read More]

Community leaders and local stakeholders in Sandown have met with representatives from the Lloyds Bank Foundation to explore future funding opportunities aimed at addressing long-term social and economic challenges in the town. The meeting, organized by Isle of Wight East MP Joe Robertson, brought together local business leaders, community organizations, elected representatives, and public sector… [Read More]

Seven charities across Scotland are set to benefit from a share of more than £1.2 million in funding from the Scottish Power Foundation, supporting projects focused on community development, education, climate action, cultural heritage, and social wellbeing. The funding package will help charitable organizations expand their services, reach wider audiences, and strengthen support for communities… [Read More]

Clark Township has secured funding through New Jersey’s Clean Communities Grant Program to strengthen local environmental initiatives, including litter removal, recycling efforts, and community cleanup activities. The township was awarded $36,766.73 in the initial grant allocation, with additional funding expected to increase the total award to approximately $72,000. The funding is part of New Jersey’s… [Read More]

Northern Trust Asset Management (NTAM) has launched two new actively managed Adaptive Equity funds designed to help investors navigate increasingly complex and rapidly changing global markets. The newly introduced UCITS funds apply NTAM’s Adaptive Equity strategy across both World and Emerging Markets investment universes. The approach combines fundamental research, advanced data science, alternative data sources,… [Read More]

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $50 million sustainability-linked loan agreement with ETC Group (ETG) to strengthen sustainable coffee and cashew supply chains in India and Vietnam. The financing will provide working capital to help ETG procure sustainably sourced coffee and cashew products from approximately 5,700 smallholder farmers across the two countries. Around… [Read More]

A new food security analysis has revealed a deepening humanitarian crisis in Yemen, with nearly half of the population in government-controlled areas facing acute food insecurity amid sharply declining humanitarian assistance. According to the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report, about 47% of people in these regions are currently experiencing Crisis levels or… [Read More]

Northern Trust Asset Management has introduced a new suite of Adaptive Equity Funds designed to automatically adjust portfolio allocations in response to changing market conditions. Launched on June 3, 2026, the new investment products use systematic, rules-based quantitative models to monitor market indicators and determine when to increase or reduce equity exposure. The goal is… [Read More]

A major environmental remediation project in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park has been successfully completed, removing decades-old waste from two former landfill sites located near Aoraki/Mount Cook Village. The $3.32 million cleanup project was jointly funded by the Department of Conservation and the Ministry for the Environment, each contributing $1.66 million. The work focused on removing… [Read More]

The New Zealand Government has unveiled a major $90 million investment aimed at strengthening child protection systems and improving training for around 20,000 children’s workers across the country. Child Poverty Reduction Minister Louise Upston confirmed that the funding, included in Budget 2026, will support mandatory training, expanded workforce capacity, and improved coordination between agencies responsible… [Read More]

The New Zealand Government has announced the establishment of the South Island’s first Rural Training Hub, aimed at building a stronger pipeline of doctors, nurses, and midwives for rural communities. Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey confirmed that the new hub will be based on the West Coast and will play a key role in addressing… [Read More]

Zee Media Corporation Limited (ZMCL) has outlined its plan to use a significant portion of its proposed fundraising to reduce existing financial liabilities, as part of a broader capital restructuring initiative. The company is looking to raise approximately Rs 119 crore through a preferential issue of fully convertible warrants, subject to shareholder approval at an… [Read More]

Paris, June 2026 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has officially launched the Blockchain Advisory Group (BAG) during Proof of Talk 2026, bringing together senior leaders from across the blockchain ecosystem to explore how blockchain technologies can strengthen public systems, support digital public infrastructure, and address pressing development challenges. Chaired by UNDP Associate Administrator… [Read More]

Bengaluru-based PropTech startup Propsoch has raised $2 million in a seed funding round aimed at scaling its real estate advisory platform and expanding into new Indian markets. The funding round was led by early-stage venture capital firm Athera Venture Partners, with participation from Sparrow Capital and the Vakil Group. The fresh capital will be used… [Read More]

June 2026 – Water is one of the most critical pillars of life and livelihoods, yet it remains severely underfinanced. From oceans and rivers to sanitation systems, the infrastructure that supports growth, jobs, and human wellbeing is under increasing strain. To address this challenge, the Water Forward coalition has set an ambitious target: improving water… [Read More]

New Zealand is strengthening its position as a premier destination for international sports and entertainment events, with several world-class attractions confirmed through the Government’s Events Attraction Package. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced that the inaugural Snow League World Challenge will take place at Cardrona in September, bringing some of the world’s top snowboarding… [Read More]