w Why cohousing could be the answer for aging baby boomers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 May 2019 16:17:25 +0000 Cohousing isn't just a place to live, it's an intentional community. Full Article At Home
w Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 May 2019 16:13:56 +0000 The pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How to make cut flowers last longer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:09:16 +0000 Your beautiful blooms will look fresh longer if you add a little perk-me-up in their vase. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How to kill bedbugs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2019 15:37:14 +0000 Learn how to find and kill bedbugs, which are small, sneaky and able to evolve to resist pesticide. Full Article At Home
w Beware of yellow jacket nests the size of cars By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2019 18:15:09 +0000 Experts warn that Alabama is facing an outbreak of yellow jacket super nests, and it's connected to climate change. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How to get rid of roaches naturally By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:52:42 +0000 Banishing roaches from your home without toxic chemicals can be time-consuming, but the results will be well worth the effort. Full Article At Home
w Millennials want houses, but they don't want what boomers are selling By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 10:30:03 +0000 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. Full Article Remodeling & Design
w This innovative vertical greenhouse in Wyoming is empowering people with disabilities By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 12:16:36 +0000 Vertical Harvest is a hydroponic greenhouse in Wyoming that offers year-round produce and employs people with disabilities. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w Explore the wide and wonderful world of epiphytes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 19:07:33 +0000 Epiphytic plants encompasses an enormous range of plants that grow on top of others, acquiring their nutrients through all sorts of nifty and unusual ways. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How biomass helps farmers make the most of 'waste wood' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2019 20:09:49 +0000 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. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w More millennials are moving in with their boomer parents By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2019 14:57:48 +0000 Building codes and zoning bylaws should make it easier for more people to do it. Full Article Remodeling & Design
w How to get rid of spotted lanternflies By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 17:14:39 +0000 Polka-dotted, pesky planthoppers are wreaking havoc in the eastern U.S. Here's how to get rid of spotted lanternflies and stop them from spreading. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w What is a 'forever home?' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:26:30 +0000 British architect Mark Siddall is designing homes that work at every stage of your life. Full Article Remodeling & Design
w Why you should talk to your plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 16:05:29 +0000 Research shows that talking to houseplants can help their growth — and now there's a new book full of bedtime stories just for them. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w 'Downsize' shows you how to think big when living small By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Nov 2019 14:40:37 +0000 The new book by Sheri Koones is full of beautiful homes and good ideas. Full Article Remodeling & Design
w When is it 'too soon' to decorate for Christmas? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 19:03:28 +0000 Though there's no official timeline for Christmas decor, for one Texas family, early November was unacceptable to their homeowners association. Full Article At Home
w There's a new apple in town By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 13:25:35 +0000 After 20 years in development, the Cosmic Crisp apple just hit stores. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w We can't stop talking about porch pirates By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 15:39:24 +0000 It's a sad fact but package thefts increase around the holidays because of all the online shopping. Full Article At Home
w How an indoor fountain can help you relax By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Jan 2020 13:34:03 +0000 The soothing sound of burbling water is one of the simplest ways to bring a sense of calm to any space. Full Article At Home
w How you can use Australian landscaping ideas to create a drought-tolerant garden By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 04 Jan 2020 14:09:55 +0000 Lush, but low-water gardens are a growing popular necessity around the world, and the Australians have a lot to teach the rest of the world. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How much should we worry about pyrethrins and pyrethroids? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 13:58:03 +0000 Flea collars, lawn-care products, insect repellant and de-licing products could be harming more than just pests. Full Article At Home
w How to garden for bumblebees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 19:11:57 +0000 Creating a bumblebee-friendly garden will help the struggling pollinators and be a boon for your blooms as well. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w Minnesota will pay homeowners to make their lawns bee-friendly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 16:51:29 +0000 A Minnesota spending plan will pay homeowners to transform their lawns into bee-friendly habitats. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w Give spring bees a boost with dandelion blooms By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:22:04 +0000 Early pollinators depend heavily on the yellow flowers as a food source, says British Ecological Society. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How to grow your own cozy gourd tunnel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 14:07:13 +0000 Building one of these leafy retreats adds both beauty and interest to any garden. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w Why Germany's little gardens are a way of life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 14:21:20 +0000 Once critical for survival, Germany's allotment gardens now provide a different type of health and wellness. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w These award-winning photos capture the drama of nature By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:27:57 +0000 International Garden Photographer of the Year competition honors best garden, flower and plant images. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w Why you should plant a victory garden By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:44:59 +0000 Grab your shovel and some seeds and combat climate change and whatever life brings with a backyard garden. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w How to start a cutting garden By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 17:28:42 +0000 Follow these five easy steps to grow enough flowers to fill your house with blooms and learn what grows best where you live. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
w Acturis continues international expansion with French buy By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 12:05:47 +0000 Software house's deal to buy Add Value Assurances follows purchases in Canada, Germany and Denmark. Full Article
w FCA warns insurance managers to tackle misconduct By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:31:02 +0000 Not addressing non-financial misconduct may lead managers to fail the SM&CR. Full Article
w Blog: How does the SM&CR approach misconduct? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:07:21 +0000 Nick Wilcox and Rolleen McDonnell of law firm BDBF examine where brokers may fall foul of the latest regulation to hit intermediaries. Full Article
w FCA warns of temporary permissions deadline as Brexit looms By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 11:21:07 +0000 There will be no change to EEA firms 'passporting' into the UK from tomorrow (31 January), but the temporary permissions regime will be used if the UK and EU fail to sign an agreement by 31 December 2020. Full Article
w Biba takes action on FCA coronavirus warning By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 15:14:58 +0000 The trade body has pledged to support members as the regulator insists all firms must have contingency plans in place to deal with major issues such as Covid-19. Full Article
w Eldon signals fresh appeal after ICO fine tribunal throws out case By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 10:53:41 +0000 The broker, now called Somerset Bridge, is set to launch another appeal against the £60,000 data fine. Full Article
w FCA aligns focus to prevent sexual harassment in workplace By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 12:23:28 +0000 Regulator also says it wants to make diversity and inclusion the norm as it seeks to embed "purposeful culture" into companies. Full Article
w Lloyd's to close underwriting room for 24 hours in coronavirus stress test By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:08:02 +0000 Market to test its readiness by invoking its emergency trading protocol. Full Article
w Covid-19: Are you a key worker? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 10:58:58 +0000 Biba's Graeme Trudgill outlines the relevant areas for brokers as the FCA tells firms how to identify key workers in financial services. Full Article
w Danish regulator orders Gefion to stop writing business By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:39:55 +0000 The unrated Danish motor provider says it "strongly disagrees" with the order and adds it has continued its capital raising efforts as it seeks to comply with its solvency capital requirement. Full Article
w FCA to hit brokers with 3% rise in fees By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:20:31 +0100 Regulator also wants to increase the authorisation application fee for brokers from £1,500 to £2,500. Full Article
w FCA warns of Tasker and QIC Europe clone By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 12:28:17 +0100 Regulator said fraudsters had used the details of authorised firms Tasker Insurance Brokers and QIC Europe to attempt to scam customers. Full Article
w Covid-19: Industry welcomes "firm and pragmatic" FCA message on BI claims By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 12:01:14 +0100 Sector responds to the regulator's Dear CEO letter calling on insurers to pay valid claims quickly. Full Article
w Management: The great wave of innovation By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 04 Nov 2016 16:04:28 +0000 The insurance sector has been slow to adopt the digital age, says Colin Dean, but that is changing fast Full Article
w Video: GDPR – What you need to know By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 21 May 2018 08:45:25 +0100 Cheryl Martin, partner in the insurance advisory cyber and GDPR practice at EY and Branko Bjelobaba, founder of consultancy firm Branko Limited, share their knowledge on how the new regulations came about. Full Article
w Video: GDPR – Marketing: what brokers can and can’t do By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 23 May 2018 09:10:07 +0100 In the second of a three part series our experts tackle marketing under the new GDPR rules from phone calls and emails to the post. Full Article
w Webinar: The customer-centric schemes approach By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 26 Sep 2018 05:00:00 +0100 Learn how to launch or further develop truly customer-focused schemes with our specialist webinar at 11am on 3rd October. Full Article
w New whitepaper advises on how to get a scheme up-and-running By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:58:51 +0100 Insurance Age and Axa release the first in a series of whitepapers to help brokers and MGAs launch schemes and delegated authorities. Full Article
w Video: Scheme Smart - How To Grow And Market Your Delegated Authority By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:51:45 +0000 The second episode of our insightful documentary series with Axa, Scheme Smart, focuses on how to take a delegated authority to the next level. Full Article
w New whitepaper advises on how to market and grow a scheme By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 10:27:30 +0000 Insurance Age and Axa release the second in a series of whitepapers to help brokers and MGAs launch schemes and delegated authorities. Full Article
w Video: Scheme Smart - How To Future-Proof Your Scheme By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 04 Dec 2018 11:50:57 +0000 The third episode of Insurance Age’s documentary series with Axa, Scheme Smart, focuses on what steps can be taken to future-proof schemes and delegated authorities and what sectors brokers can look to for future growth. Full Article