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Diplomatic insurance is not a strategy for Israel
Israel's new ambassador to Belgium, David Saranga, has barely settled into his post, and already he faces a familiar problem. After Israel's elections, Flemish broadcaster VTM claimed that 7.5 million Palestinians could not vote. Saranga demanded a…
Stray Drones Spawn a Growing Area of the Insurance Market
Storms, high winds, fire hazards and equipment failure are many of the typical risks involved with the solar power industry. For the Dagda solar farm in rural Latvia, there's now another one: drones. The owner of the farm, Sunly, has insured Dagda…
Rising vet bills drive more Americans to pet insurance
The rising cost of veterinary care is pushing more Americans to buy pet insurance, as advances in animal medicine give owners access to treatments that were uncommon or unavailable a decade ago. For Norwalk, Ohio-based Amanda Moore, 45, whose dog…
Best pet insurance for dogs in 2026: 5 top picks compared
The cost of caring for a dog can change dramatically after a single unexpected diagnosis or injury. And with even minor veterinary treatment potentially carrying a hefty price tag, pet insurance can provide an important financial safety net for pet…
Cigna Profit Tops Wall Street Views on Insurance, Care Services
Cigna Group boosted its outlook for the year and reported third-quarter profits just above Wall Street's estimates, the latest positive result from a large health insurer. The company now sees adjusted earnings of at least $30.60 a share, up from a…
AI-powered insurance startup Kalepa valued at $470 million
(Reuters) — Insurance startup Kalepa said on Thursday it had raised $75 million at a $470 million valuation, as investors bet that AI solutions can speed up the slow, data-heavy work of pricing risk and writing policies. Growth equity firm…
Rising vet bills drive more Americans to pet insurance
November 5 (Reuters) – The rising cost of veterinary care is pushing more Americans to buy pet insurance, as advances in animal medicine give owners access to treatments that were uncommon or unavailable a decade ago. For Norwalk, Ohio-based…
CSS Health Insurance Distributes a Bonus of a Few Rappen, Annoying Policyholders
For 30 rappen, you can at least still get a piece of gum. At least that way, your mouth won't stay open. He hadn't claimed any benefits for two years—and for that, he received a whopping 30 rappen. A CSS policyholder was quite surprised when…
Why Gold Loan Products Are Being Bundled With Health Insurance Cover
Medical expenses are one reason households turn to secured credit, particularly when savings or insurance are insufficient. Some lenders and distributors are responding by presenting health cover alongside a gold loan. The logic is clear: one…
Council receiving legal and insurance advice after Renfrew Bridge closure
Renfrewshire Council has confirmed it is receiving legal and insurance advice after Renfrew Bridge had to close to road traffic for a number of months. It comes after 'extensive damage' was caused to electrical and hydraulic control equipment…
Rare $5 Million Titanic Insurance Certificate Resurfaces After More Than A Century
The liner set sail on its maiden voyage on April 10, 1912. The RMS Titanic sank in the Atlantic Ocean in 1912. More than 114 years after the tragedy, a rare piece of its history has come to light. According to People Magazine, the original…
Life Insurance Can Protect Your Family - A Life Insurance Trust Adds Extra Insulation
For many individuals and families, purchasing life insurance can be an effective way to provide financial security for loved ones. However, buying the policy is only part of the planning process. An equally important question is, 'Who should own…
Louisiana unemployment insurance claims decline for 11 consecutive weeks
(The Center Square) – Louisiana's continued unemployment insurance claims declined for the 11th consecutive week in October, falling roughly 33% below last year's levels, though state officials could not quantify how much the decline has…
CVS Health plans to split into two companies, separating pharmacies from health insurance business
CVS Health is planning a major shake-up that would split the company into two separate businesses, separating its well-known retail pharmacies from its health insurance and healthcare services operations. The company announced the plan Wednesday…
Houston airports unveil plan for new insurance program, cargo expansion and passenger upgrades
HOUSTON – Houston Airports is planning a small-business insurance program, a 183-acre cargo expansion at Bush Intercontinental Airport and new passenger amenities at both major airports, Director of Aviation Jim Szczesniak announced at the…
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