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Will this century-old ship go over Niagara Falls?

A century-old iron ship called 'Niagara scow' has moved 150 feet closer to the edge of Niagara Falls



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Young designer creates plastic alternative from fish waste and algae

Winner of international James Dyson Award invents marine bioplastic made of algae and fish parts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why is the Tongass National Forest so important?

Known as the 'crown jewel' of U.S. national forests, this ancient ecosystem is at a crossroads.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Endangered black rhino baby born on Christmas Eve at Michigan zoo

The black rhino calf appears healthy and is nursing regularly, according to zoo officials.




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Toomer's Corner oak set on fire after game

One of Auburn's new Toomer's Corner oaks is set on fire after Auburn beats LSU. A 29-year-old man has been taken into custody.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Can you peel a head of garlic in 10 seconds?

Two viral videos demonstrate how to peel an entire head of garlic into cloves faster than you ever thought was possible.




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The rise and free fall of gas prices

Why gas is so cheap -- and why it won't stay that way.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Will oil and hurricanes raise gas prices?

As oil pours into the Gulf of Mexico and a potentially wild hurricane season looms, many Americans are worried that gas prices might go into overdrive.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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Is organic food worth the cost?

U.S. organic farming has grown wildly in the last two decades, but with food demand rising and many cash-strapped shoppers pinching pennies, are greener acres s



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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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.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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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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Gallagher names broking and placement MD

Simon Collings takes over the role from Mark Armitage, who retired at the end of March.




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Ardonagh signs on to buy Bennetts from Saga

Ardonagh’s Atlanta division has exchanged contracts to purchase the motorcycle specialist broker.




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RSA is "getting its mojo back" says UK boss Scott Egan

Egan points to growth in RSA's regional commercial broker book as UK business moves back into profit.




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Q&A: Polaris managing director Vivek Banga

Polaris celebrated 25 years last year and also had a MD change with Vivek Banga taking the top spot. Banga catches up with Jonathan Swift about the future of e-trade and the role brokers can play.




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Former Towergate CFO Mark Mugge resurfaces at motor broker

Mugge most recently worked at Ardonagh Group after moving across from Gallagher to Towergate in 2015.




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Gary Hoffman resigns from Hastings

Hoffman, currently non-executive chairman, was CEO of the business between 2012 and 2018 and led it through an IPO in 2015.




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Covid-19: QBE latest provider facing legal action after denying BI claims

Simon Sloane, partner at law firm Fieldfisher, says over 40 policyholders in the dental sector are interested in pursuing action.




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FCA survey reveals gaps in consumer insurance knowledge and take-up

Regulator publishes findings of its largest research pool with UK consumers.




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Broking profits soar at Gallagher in 2017

Consolidator reveals rising revenue for the final quarter and full year.




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Aggregators eating into SME business – GlobalData

Research shows brokers are adapting to digital changes.




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Gallagher profits surge again in 2018

Group revenue rises by 11% in the year.




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Cost of motor insurance falls again

Survey by ABI reveals average motor insurance premiums dropped for the fourth quarter in a row.




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ReSolution Underwriting buys Trilogy MGA

MD Chris Blackwell will continue to lead Trilogy as the MGA states it does not expect any changes to the business following the deal.




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Meet the MGA: Bewica

Education, prevention and insurance: Eva Berg-Winters, founder and CEO at Bewica, shares her company’s approach to cyber with Insurance Age




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Covid-19: Legal firm calls for joint govt and industry BI recovery plan

Flaxmans makes case for government and insurance sector to team up to help businesses recover following the coronavirus pandemic as Mactavish calls for independent review.




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Covid-19: Litigation against brokers and insurers set to increase amid BI row

The market has been criticised for its response to the coronavirus crisis, particularly with regard to business interruption as providers "look down the barrel' of class action.




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Hiscox Action Group appoints big-hitting legal firm to represent members in BI row

The group of companies criticising Hiscox for refusing to pay out BI claims as a result of the coronavirus says it is also in "advanced talks" with a litigation funder to underwrite its entire legal costs as dispute hots up.




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Covid-19: RSA faces legal action in BI dispute

RSA is latest provider in firing line as nursery sector hits out and, separately, a new action group, Insurance Justice, has been set up to defend BI claims for businesses.




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Covid-19: Hiscox Action Group gets funding for BI litigation

Harbour Litigation Funding will pay Mishcon de Reya to review the claims business owners have against Hiscox.




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Covid-19: Allianz latest insurer in legal BI firing line

Edwin Coe is representing a group of businesses with the insurer’s Resilience policy wording.




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Cuvva's pay-monthly product aims to cut out brokers and aggregators

InsurTech Futures: Start-up has also raised £15m, with Lloyd's of London chairman Bruce Carnegie-Brown and JLT CEO Dominic Burke among the backers.




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Lorega expands cyber product for homeowners

Product offers 24/7 advice, incident investigation and restoration services in the event of a cyber attack.




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Arc Legal extends landlord legal defence cover

Provider said the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act means landlords now require cover for civil or criminal prosecution.




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CFC unveils solution for event organisers

MGA says package allows organisers to protect the financial investment of their event.




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Gallagher to offer CPP’s SME cyber cover

Product will be sold exclusively through Acturis, following CPP’s launch on the platform in October 2019.




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Omega 3 Fish Oil and Weight Loss

A lot of people still don't know there are fat burning foods that can actually increase the number of fat calories your body burns each day? These are known as free foods and are generally low in calories. In fact some of these foods are so low in calories that your body actually burns more calories metabolising them, than the total amount of calories in the food.




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The 10 Best Fruits and Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden

If you’re just starting out growing your own fruit and vegetables, congratulations - you’ve made the right decision. Growing your own food is significantly more environmentally friendly than purchasing it. There’s also simply no substitute for sitting down to a home-cooked meal consisting entirely of ingredients you’ve grew yourself.



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Latest Mortgage / Refinancing Articles at ArticleGeek.com

Read the latest Mortgage / Refinancing articles from ArticleGeek.com




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How Much is too Much for Mortgage Closing Costs?

Something that is very important for you to take into consideration when purchasing or refinancing your home is the closing costs.




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Let the Mortgage Companies Fight for Your Business

The mortgage industry is a highly competitive one, so it is considered wise to shop around for the best deal and let the mortgage companies fight for your business.




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Shop Around for a Mortgage

If you have decided to take the leap into home ownership or you are interested in refinancing your current mortgage, one of the first things you will need to do is track down a mortgage.




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Second Mortgage for Home Improvement

Now that you have been in your home for a few years and you have established some equity, you may be considering doing some home improvement with a second mortgage.




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Locating a Home Mortgage

When it comes time for you to acquire a home mortgage for your first home or for a second home, or perhaps you are just looking to refinance. Whatever the case may be, it is important to shop around for a home mortgage.




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Finding a Bad Credit Mortgage

If you are looking to purchase a home or refinance the one you are currently living in, but believe this may not be a possibility for you because you have bad credit, think again.




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Looking for a Home Mortgage? Shop Around

The mortgage industry is a highly competitive one, so it wouldn't hurt you to shop around before you decide on which company and which program you would like to go with.




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Finding a Mortgage Refinance Advisor

If you are looking to refinance your home for a lower rate, or you are interested in a refinance with cash out to do some home repairs, buy a new car, etc., you may want to consider finding a mortgage refinance advisor.




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The Current Mortgage Rate

So you are looking to purchase a home or refinance the one you are currently living in. If this is the case, not only do you want to obtain the best mortgage rate out there, you want to obtain the current mortgage rate and not a percentage point higher.




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Understand Credit Report's Relevance In Mortgage

One might be wondering why some lenders turn down a mortgage application while some others might consider it fit for approval. The answer may well lie in the credit report and the credit score to be precise which plays a crucial role in loan sanctioning.




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Shop Around for the Best Mortgage Interest Rate

If you are currently on the market for a new home, or you are looking to refinance your current mortgage, one of the most important things to you when shopping around for a home loan will be the mortgage interest rate.