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What's killing all the coral?

A process known as "coral bleaching" has triggered near-record rates of death and dormancy in coral reefs. At least 19 percent of Earth's coral reefs are dead.



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The rising threat of radon

A silent killer lurks undetected in millions of U.S. homes, and winter is its peak season. Find out how to stop it.



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Interactive: Explore the surface of Mars

Explore 12 of the most intriguing places on Mars with this interactive guide from MNN.



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How does the flu work?

It's just a tiny, mindless bundle of genes, but the flu has the power to hijack our bodies, turn us against each other and even cripple human civilization.



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Are fireworks bad for the environment?

Fireworks can unleash a shower of toxins into soil and water, and scientists are only beginning to figure out what that means for human health.



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What are the different types of lightning?

From ball lightning and blue jets to elves and sprites, thunderstorms have a lot of tricks up their sleeves.



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What is the Great Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch?

A huge sea of plastic trash is swirling in the North Pacific — part of an even broader plastic plague that's growing in oceans worldwide.



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What is the Gulf of Mexico dead zone?

From red tides in the Atlantic to hypoxia in the Gulf, algae seems to be invading the U.S. from all sides.



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We have introduced 14 new application cases for the programmable relay, ZEN.

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OMRON introduces an Overview for DeviceNet. Look for more detail information concerning DeviceNet, including Mastes and Slaves, to be added in the future.

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G5 Series Linear Motor/Servo Drives with built-in EtherCAT Communications Linear Motor Type

Linear Motor for Higher-speed and Higher-precision(R88L-EC, R88D-KN[]-ECT-L)




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We have introduced EtherCAT Slave Terminals NX-Series.

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NX-series EtherCAT Coupler Unit

Flexible System Can Be Achieved with Highspeed, High-precision Remote I/O for EtherCAT(NX-ECC)




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Thermistor Motor Protection Relay

Monitor Temperature Rise through Internal Motor Loss(K8AK-TS / PT)




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Omron IA Japan is the best BtoB website of the year 2014 for eight consecutive years.

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We have introduced NX-series EtherNet/IP Coupler Unit NX-EIC202.

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NX-series EtherNet/IP™ Coupler Unit

Connecting to open industrial network standard EtherNet/IP(NX-EIC202)




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CJ-series EtherCAT® Slave Unit

Hi-speed I/O link based on EtherCAT(CJ1W-ECT21)




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We have introduced EtherCAT® Slave Unit CJ1W-ECT21.

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Infrared Thermosensor

Measure Workpieces without Physical Contact Non-damaging, Sanitary, and Efficient Temperature Management(ES1-N)




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Thermal condition monitoring device

Consistently and remotely monitor and analysis the temperature status of panel devices to achieve both labor-saving and significant risk mitigation of abnormal stop(K6PM-TH)




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Thermal overload relay

Motor Protection from Overload and Phase -loss by Combination with J7KC for up to 2.2 kW (240 VAC) *, 5.5 kW (440 VAC) * Based on JIS C 8201-4-1(J7TC Series)




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The Blog Spot: Navigating these strange times

We’re already seeing travel cover suspended and confirmation BI isn’t covered for Covid-19. What might this mean for the future of insurance and trust in the sector?




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Stuart Reid returns to the industry as Pikl chairman

Exclusive: The former Bluefin and Gallagher boss says he is taking on a number of new roles, with the rest to be revealed in the near future.




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Covid-19: The ultimate stress management test

Opinion: Philippa Wilkin, former underwriter and mindfulness expert, explores ways to manage anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic.




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The working from home diaries: Michael Lawrence

Insurance Age finds out how Michael Lawrence, broker distribution and underwriting director at LV, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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The working from home diaries: Tim Ryan

Insurance Age finds out how Tim Ryan, executive chairman of Ryan's and the Una Alliance, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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The working from home diaries: Paul Beck

Insurance Age finds out how Paul Beck, managing director at Direct Insurance Corporate Risks, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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The working from home diaries: Tom Bartleet

Insurance Age finds out how Tom Bartleet, CEO of Erskine Murray, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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Blog: Coronavirus and the cloud

CDL’s Nigel Phillips considers why early adopters of technology are poised to lead as we learn to cope with social distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic.




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The working from home diaries: Norrie Erwin

Insurance Age finds out how Norrie Erwin, managing director at Carrot Insurance, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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The working from home diaries: Sharon Beckett

Insurance Age finds out how Be Wiser CEO Sharon Beckett has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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Covid-19: Are brokers taking pay cuts to get through the crisis?

After Aon stated that 70% of its staff are expected to take reductions in salary as the business tackles the economic impact of the coronavirus, other UK brokers reveal a mixed approach to the situation.




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Blog: Insurance in the lockdown

Manchester Underwriting Management's Richard Webb on how the coronavirus situation could play havoc with the PI market.




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The working from home diaries: Barry O'Neill

Insurance Age finds out how Home & Legacy MD Barry O'Neill has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.




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Opinion: Partners&'s Phil Barton on why focusing on price is harming the industry

What price peace of mind? Who is up for jumping out of a plane with a cheap parachute strapped to their back? Phil Barton ponders why insurance is often bought on price




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The working from home diaries: Steve Smith

MD of Smith Greenfield, Steve Smith, shares how he is coping with running his business amid the UK lockdown.




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Research reveals insurance claims among the most likely to succeed in courts

Law firm warns insurance sector will be under scrutiny as the level of litigation is predicted to rise as a result of Covid-19.




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Blog: Why the government needs to back the insurance industry

Tom Powell shares his idea to help the insurance sector overcome the BI problems




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Blog: Is the pandemic a pivotal moment for insurers?

PR expert and former Allianz corporate communication lead, Mark Bishop considers how the reputation of the sector is being affected by Covid-19.




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Sentiment survey Spring 2017: The results

Discount rate cuts, regulation changes, FCA warnings and failing unrated providers were among the hot topics we quizzed brokers on in the latest Sentiment Survey.




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The stats: June 2017 - The Acturis Premium Index

The Acturis Premium Index for the first quarter of the year has once again painted a bleak picture of significantly decreasing commercial insurance premiums.




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The stats: September 2017 - The Acturis Premium Index

Ups and downs in the Acturis Premium Index for the second quarter of 2017




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Sentiment survey Autumn 2017: The results

Is the industry prepared for the onset of GDPR fines or a possible insurance premium tax rise? Brokers also reveal their attitude to consolidation and specialisms




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The stats: December 2017 - The Acturis Premium Index

The third quarter saw notable increases in the Acturis stats, both by size of average premium and the number of lines rising




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The stats: March 2018 - The Acturis Premium Index

The Acturis stats show that brokers finished 2017 with their best quarter for over four years




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The stats: Doing the deal

Consolidators have focused their attention on medium-sized brokers, the latest IMAS figures reveal




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The stats: June 2018 - The Acturis Premium Index

The first set of Acturis stats for 2018 have surprised and in some cases disappointed the market




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AA’s research finds home premiums on the rise in Q2 2018

Company flags insurer fears over subsidence claims.




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The stats: September 2018 - The Acturis Premium Index

The market has turned positive in all but one line, according to the latest set of Acturis stats