News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


Study reveals gene expression differences in male and female placentas

The genes in male and female placentas exhibit significant differences in expression, according to research conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) alongside other institutions.


Health Fixer recalls supplements over undeclared chemical compounds concerns

HEALTH FIXER, a company based in Tempe, Arizona, has initiated a voluntary nationwide recall of its dietary supplements Male Ultra, Malextra, Electro Buzz, Ultra Armor, and Male Ultra Pro.


NIH prioritizes human-based research over traditional animal models

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a new initiative aimed at expanding human-based research technologies while reducing the use of animals in scientific studies.


Trader Joe’s recalls salad due to undeclared milk allergen in topping packet

A recall has been issued for Trader Joe's Sesame Miso Salad with Salmon due to potential milk allergen presence.


Treasury sanctions Mexican cartel and issues alert on crude oil smuggling

The U.S. Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned three Mexican nationals and two Mexico-based entities for their involvement in drug trafficking and fuel theft linked to the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion...


Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee discusses market impact of tariffs and economic uncertainty

April 29, 2025 Recent developments in U.S. government policy, notably higher-than-expected tariff rates, have significantly impacted global asset markets, according to the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee (TBAC).


Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee addresses fiscal outlook and market developments

The Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee (TBAC) gathered at the U.S. Department of the Treasury on April 29, 2025, for a private meeting.


Foreign investments in U.S. securities rise to $30,881 billion in June 2024

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released the final results from the annual survey of foreign portfolio holdings of U.S. securities as of June 30, 2024.


United States and Ukraine announce reconstruction investment fund agreement

On April 30, an agreement was signed by the United States and Ukraine to establish the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund.


U.S. and EU review insurance agreement at bilateral committee meeting

The United States Department of the Treasury and the Office of the United States Trade Representative convened with European Commission representatives on April 29 in Washington.


U.S. Treasury announces $125 billion securities offer to refinance maturing notes

The United States Department of the Treasury has announced a plan to offer $125 billion in Treasury securities to refinance $94.2 billion in privately-held Treasury notes maturing on May 15, 2025.


U.S. comments on ICJ hearing regarding Israel and international obligations

The United States participated in a public hearing at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concerning Israel's obligations regarding the presence and activities of the United Nations and other bodies.


Rubio discusses Pahalgam attack with Pakistan's Prime Minister

Today, Secretary Marco Rubio had a discussion with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.


Maryland man indicted for supporting separatist groups in Cameroon

An investigation involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, alongside the FBI and Diplomatic Security Service, has resulted in the federal indictment of Eric Tano Tataw, a Cameroonian national residing in Gaithersburg, Maryland.


Teen convicted of distributing child sex abuse materials after international probe

A Corpus Christi man has been convicted in a U.S. federal court for distributing child sexual abuse materials.


Multiagency operation targets organized retail crime, leading to felony charges in California

Felony charges were filed against three individuals on April 25, accused of participating in an identity theft mill that fueled an organized retail crime plot.


Reward offered for Costa Rica fugitive Alejandro Arias-Monge, alias "Diablo

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has announced a reward of up to $500,000 for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Alejandro Arias-Monge, also known as “Diablo.” Arias is a...


Deputy Secretary Landau and Senior Bureau Official Olowski to speak at Foreign Affairs Day

Bureau of Global Talent Management Senior Bureau Official Lew Olowski will preside over the Department of State's 60th annual Foreign Affairs Day, scheduled for Friday, May 2, at 9:30 a.m. ET.


Violence against Druze community condemned in Syria

The ongoing conflict and hostile rhetoric against the Druze community in Syria are being condemned as "reprehensible and unacceptable."


U.S. sends Independence Day wishes to the Marshall Islands

On April 30, 2025, the United States extended its best wishes to the people of the Republic of the Marshall Islands on the occasion of their 46th independence anniversary.