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Why every parent of a grammar school student needs to thank this celebrity chef

Australian chef Adam Liaw creates an easy, 3-ingredient snack for an entire grammar school class for less than $10.




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7 ways to celebrate winter citrus season

Go beyond the standard navel orange and keep winter blues away with these bright, seasonal citrus recipes.




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Could this ancient relic still be the best way to heat your home?

Is there a winner in the eternal debate between radiant heat and forced air?



  • Remodeling & Design

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Can this plant really help us live forever (or at least a lot longer)?

Here's what you need to know about a Japanese plant called ashtabi known for anti-aging properties. We even tell you how to grow it.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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16 plants that repel unwanted insects

Are you an insect magnet? Whether you need extra protection for your garden or your skin, these herbs and flowers are nature's insect repellents.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Beware of yellow jacket nests the size of cars

Experts warn that Alabama is facing an outbreak of yellow jacket super nests, and it's connected to climate change.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Millennials want houses, but they don't want what boomers are selling

There's an "imbalance in the housing market" — young buyers want modern designs, open plans and walkable communities but that's not what boomers are selling.



  • Remodeling & Design

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​How biomass helps farmers make the most of 'waste wood'

The leftover wood that tree farms, orchards and other agriculture operations often end up with is now offering new value as a source of biomass energy.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How an indoor fountain can help you relax

The soothing sound of burbling water is one of the simplest ways to bring a sense of calm to any space.




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Give spring bees a boost with dandelion blooms

Early pollinators depend heavily on the yellow flowers as a food source, says British Ecological Society.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to grow your own cozy gourd tunnel

Building one of these leafy retreats adds both beauty and interest to any garden.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Former FCA insider develops compliance platform for brokers

Industry veteran Michael Sicsic partners with Governor Software to help brokers and insurers digitalise key compliance processes in a changing regulatory environment.




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FCA under attack for "comprehensively and scandalously" failing consumers

Regulator rejects claims from Gina Miller's True and Fair Campaign, stating they contain “numerous inaccuracies", as campaigners call on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to review Andrew Bailey's appointment as governor of the Bank of England.




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Eldon signals fresh appeal after ICO fine tribunal throws out case

The broker, now called Somerset Bridge, is set to launch another appeal against the £60,000 data fine.




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CMA slaps Ardonagh’s Paymentshield over PPI

The “significant” breaches meant some customers did not get annual review statements for up to six years.




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Premium finance not affected by FCA relief measures, says Biba

Trade body said it lobbied the regulator to exclude premium finance arrangements as payment deferrals would have left many brokers at greater risk.




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Covid-19: Industry welcomes "firm and pragmatic" FCA message on BI claims

Sector responds to the regulator's Dear CEO letter calling on insurers to pay valid claims quickly.




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Management: Relocation, relocation, relocation

How can businesses handle relocation with their employees? Peter Done explains how to orchestrate a successful office move




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Charles Randell to replace John Griffith-Jones as chair of the FCA

Randell to take up role on 1 April.




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Video: Scheme Smart - How To Grow And Market Your Delegated Authority

The second episode of our insightful documentary series with Axa, Scheme Smart, focuses on how to take a delegated authority to the next level.




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Diversity & inclusion success in Insurance to be celebrated at new Age awards

The first Diversity & Inclusion in Insurance Awards to be held in November




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CCRS selects new MD of broking

Broker says hire will give it more “management bandwidth” for continued growth.




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The Blog Spot: RIP Jelf, hello Marsh Commercial - what's in a broking brand?

As Marsh rebrands Jelf, Insurance Age content director Jonathan Swift reflects on the passing of another name heavily associated with noughties broker consolidation




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Opinion: Perry Appleton's Claire Russell on mental health in business

Time for action on mental health: As Insurance Age launches the Head Lines mental health campaign, broker and mental health expert Claire Russell shares her own experience.




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Applied targets 40% growth in the UK and Ireland

Senior VP of international operations, Jeff Purdy, says the software house's growth opportunity in the UK is "material" as Joe Sultana joins Andy Fairchild on its new European leadership team.




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Blog: The future of telematics

Steve Kerrigan of LexisNexis Risk Solutions outlines how telematics has changed the market and examines where this technology is heading next.




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In-depth - cyber: Are brokers protecting themselves against cyber risks?

As well as selling the benefits of cyber insurance to clients, brokers must show the way by being ready for any data breaches or cyber attacks. Sam Barrett reports




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Profile: C-Quence founder Jacqueline McNamee

Shaking up insurance: C-Quence founder Jacqueline McNamee tells Insurance Age why she broke out of a career in big corporates and why technology is poised to disrupt the industry




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Covid-19: Software houses release continuity plans

Updated: No interruptions to services are expected, but some staff are expected to remain at their offices.




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Covid-19: Insurtech UK calls on Chancellor for start-up support

The insurtech body has signed an open letter seeking additional support for start-ups from the government, as well as warning insurers against turning away from insurtech partners.




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Making the case for the electric school bus

It's time to turn emissions-spewing yellow buses green.




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10 streets that helped shape America

From parkways to pedestrian malls, PBS takes the wheel for a tour of the nation's most influential streets in a new episode of the "10 That Changed" series.




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How biofuels can help struggling airlines

Airlines are bracing for a fuel price increase and looking to biofuels as a short- and long-term solution to unpredictable oil markets.




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The world's newest commercial airport is an engineering marvel

One of the world's newest airports, Pakyong Airport, is amazingly scenic, but engineers had to build it from scratch in the Himalaya Mountains.




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Sydney wants to transform abandoned rail tunnels into nightlife hotspot

Officials in New South Wales are confident that transforming the ghost tunnels could have 'global potential.'




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Philly puts the brakes on electric scooter rollout

A delight to some and a nuisance to others, trendy e-scooters face a legal roadblock in the City of Brotherly Love.




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Elon Musk previews his not-so-Boring tunnel

Elon Musk previews his Boring tunnel, an underground transportation tube for electric vehicles that gets drivers off the busy streets of L.A.




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Tokyo Metro offers free noodles to help thin out rush hour crowds

The world's busiest metro system is hoping that complimentary noodles will convince morning commuters to adjust their riding habits.




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Tesla releases new 'dog mode' for pet owners

Clever new option from Tesla prevents your dogs from getting too hot and also informs curious passersby of your imminent return.




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Costa Rica poised to become world's first fossil fuel-free country

While the Central American country of Costa Rica is the king of clean electricity, it has some serious work to do when it comes to transportation.




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Everyone on the road hates everyone else

There is a war on the car, a war on the bike, a war on pedestrians and soon there will be a war on old people.




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Electric cars are quiet. Maybe too quiet.

Automakers are devising unique sounds to let the blind and other pedestrians know that EVs are approaching. Now the EU requires it on new vehicles.




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When it comes to aging in place, self-driving cars won't save us

A new study finds that older people react a lot more slowly when they take back control of an autonomous vehicle.




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Rising Gas Prices: How to Conserve Fuel Without Spending a Fortune

Fighting rising gas costs doesn’t require taking drastic action.




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This bike lane is covered in solar panels. (It's also in the middle of a highway)

Bicyclists have a 20-mile bike lane in South Korea conveniently covered by a solar roof.




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The one big thing to know when buying an electric vehicle

Guest blogger Elliott Campbell explains why the best EV isn't necessarily what the online reviews say.




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Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck

Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck, the first electric pickup.




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Why flying at lower or higher altitudes might reduce the climate impact of air travel

Only a small fraction of flights would need to adjust their altitudes to achieve the effect, new research suggests.




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Denmark just got 140% of its electricity from wind. But what does that mean?

Unusually high winds and low demand lead to a significant excess in wind power. What happened to all that electricity?




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5 websites to help you invest in clean tech

Installing solar panels isn't the only way to support clean energy. Investing is a powerful tool too.