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Mini goldendoodle needs chemo to survive cancer-then owner checks insurance
A miniature goldendoodle whose endurance through repeated cancer treatments has captured widespread attention and applause online is nearing the end of his latest round of chemotherapy, his owner told Newsweek. 'Kobe is an amazing dog. He's had…
Zurich Reveals Beazley Stake After Insurer Spurns Takeover Bid
Zurich Insurance Group AG disclosed a 1.5% stake in Beazley Plc, about two weeks after the UK specialty insurer rejected the industry giant's latest takeover approach. The Swiss company now holds about 8.87 million shares of the London-listed firm…
Right now may be the smartest time to shop for car insurance
If you're looking for ways to trim your monthly expenses, you might be wondering if there's a 'right' time to shop for car insurance. The answer could be right now. It's officially a buyer's market for auto insurance, according to J.D. Power's…
Funeral insurance thrives as millions can't afford healthcare in Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe – Ngoni Mutambararo's uncle, Steward Ganda, 60, spent the last months of his life at home, trying to recover from a severe ailment on his own. Ganda suffered from severe pain in his legs that left him confined to bed and…
Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan For
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you'll ever make. And homeowner's insurance is what protects that investment. Think of it as your safety net. NerdWallet explains it: Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: If your home is damaged by…
New bill aims to make California FAIR Plan cover all insurance risks, not just fire
New legislation announced Monday would require the California FAIR Plan to provide insurance for more than just fires — a potential major shift for the state's insurer of last resort. Over the course of California's insurance crisis, the…
Baffling': Canterbury town red-listed by major insurer
By Kate Newton of RNZ A major insurer that put a halt to new home insurance policies in Westport has also stopped issuing them in a second town, in North Canterbury. AA Insurance says its decision to no longer issue policies in Woodend is due to…
Ice Dams and Insurance: What homeowners need to know
The frigid temperatures Connecticut has been experiencing over the last week can lead to costly home repairs with pipes bursting and ice dams forming in gutters. “When your pipes freeze and explode, that could easily be 15-$20,000 worth of…
Ageless Wonder: Justin Rose Romps Field for Record Farmers Insurance Open Win
Joel Dahmen was in second place after 54 holes of the Farmers Insurance Open. Yet, he didn't necessarily have his eyes on the win Sunday. “My only hope is if [leader Justin Rose] doesn't set his alarm or he somehow starts hitting in the…
Senior living: Sick of fighting insurers, hospitals offer their own Medicare Advantage plans
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Ever since Larry Wilkewitz retired more than 20 years ago from a wood products company, he's had a commercial Medicare Advantage plan from insurer Humana. But two years ago, he heard about Peak Health, a…
AIA sues former insurance agent Lin Qiren for S$8.45 million linked to sales shortfall
SINGAPORE: Insurer AIA Singapore has taken former insurance agent Lin Qiren to court, alleging the ex-agency leader owes around S$8.45 million (US$6.65 million) arising from failed sales targets tied to AIA-provided office space. According to court…
Bajaj Life Insurance launches 'BSE 500 Quality 50 Index Fund'
Bajaj Life Insurance has announced the launch of its new fund offer (NFO), the Bajaj Life BSE 500 Quality 50 Index Fund, aimed at providing exposure to Indian companies with strong financial fundamentals and earnings quality. The fund will be…
Budget proposals for Health sector to benefit health insurers in terms of claim ratios and pricing, says Star Health CFO
The Union Budget 2026–27 has accorded utmost importance to the health sector by enhancing budgetary allocations, proposing major initiatives and programmes, and exempting basic customs duty on cancer drugs. How would non-life insurance…
Cantor Fitzgerald Forecasts Strong Price Appreciation for The Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) Stock
The Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG - Get Free Report) had its price objective raised by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald from $160.00 to $165.00 in a research note issued to investors on Monday, Benzinga reports. The brokerage currently has an…
Housing market faces 'major' problems in government shutdown
The National Association of Home Builders is warning that the housing market could face serious issues under the current government shutdown. While the NAHB said, “in most cases, the short-run impacts of a shutdown on the housing sector will…
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