mp 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
mp 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
mp 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
mp 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
mp 16 houseplants that are almost impossible to kill By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 16:46:36 +0000 Even without a green thumb, these plants should be incredibly easy to keep alive. Here are 16 plants that just need a little water and light. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
mp '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
mp 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
mp 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
mp 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
mp 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
mp Former FCA insider develops compliance platform for brokers By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 14 Jan 2020 11:06:17 +0000 Industry veteran Michael Sicsic partners with Governor Software to help brokers and insurers digitalise key compliance processes in a changing regulatory environment. Full Article
mp 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
mp 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
mp FCA admits "mistake" after it accidentally shared private complainant data By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 14:27:38 +0000 The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of certain FCA complainants were publicly available between November 2019 and February 2020. Full Article
mp FCA under attack for "comprehensively and scandalously" failing consumers By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 11:38:25 +0000 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. Full Article
mp Covid-19: Six month MOT exemption announced By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:37:26 +0000 The AA said it had raised MOT concerns with transport ministers last week. Full Article
mp FCA data reveals complaints numbers soared in H2 2019 By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 11:31:18 +0100 Regulator reports 75% increase in PPI complaints ahead of 29 August 2019 deadline. Full Article
mp Diversity & inclusion success in Insurance to be celebrated at new Age awards By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2019 13:11:07 +0100 The first Diversity & Inclusion in Insurance Awards to be held in November Full Article
mp News analysis: Why do brokers need to care about the FCA focus on D&I? By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 12:41:32 +0000 A recent letter from the regulator could indicate that it wants to widen its remit to include diversity and inclusion. Should brokers be worried? Martin Friel reports. Full Article
mp Blog: How flood prevention technology can impact claims management By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:01:45 +0000 Jonathan Jackson, CEO at flood forecasting InsurTech Previsico, explains how new technologies can change the industry's approach to flood claims. Full Article
mp Applied Systems implements remote working globally By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 11:55:58 +0000 Software house has also introduced measures to enable its clients to follow suit. Full Article
mp Why can't we solve the modern traffic jam? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 16 Jun 2018 18:12:50 +0000 With more cars on the road and few infrastructure projects to ease congestion, traffic jams are just getting more epic. Full Article Transportation
mp The world's newest commercial airport is an engineering marvel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 13 Oct 2018 15:59:21 +0000 One of the world's newest airports, Pakyong Airport, is amazingly scenic, but engineers had to build it from scratch in the Himalaya Mountains. Full Article Transportation
mp Are the Autobahn's speed limit-free days nearing an end? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 13:21:12 +0000 Although a proposed universal speed limit on Germany's national highway system could curb emissions, many politicians are quick to dismiss the idea. Full Article Transportation
mp Tesla releases new 'dog mode' for pet owners By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:39:51 +0000 Clever new option from Tesla prevents your dogs from getting too hot and also informs curious passersby of your imminent return. Full Article Transportation
mp Costa Rica poised to become world's first fossil fuel-free country By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:01:17 +0000 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. Full Article Transportation
mp London gets its first 3D crosswalk and it's a traffic-slowing beauty By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:31:42 +0000 Located in northwest London, it's the first optical illusion-y pedestrian crossing in the U.K. Full Article Transportation
mp When it comes to aging in place, self-driving cars won't save us By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 20:16:37 +0000 A new study finds that older people react a lot more slowly when they take back control of an autonomous vehicle. Full Article Transportation
mp Family-owned cheese farm's secret ingredient: Fog By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 19:31:36 +0000 The 3 Giacomini sisters have transformed their family's farm in Point Reyes, Calif., into a cheesemaking hub. Full Article Transportation
mp What's the best car for older drivers? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2019 12:26:05 +0000 Just about everyone recommends a big gasoline-powered SUV for seniors. This will not end well. Full Article Transportation
mp This bike lane is covered in solar panels. (It's also in the middle of a highway) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:21:05 +0000 Bicyclists have a 20-mile bike lane in South Korea conveniently covered by a solar roof. Full Article Transportation
mp A bike is like 'a rolling walking stick' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 15:10:20 +0000 Do older people need parking, or do they need a safe place to ride bikes and scooters? Full Article Transportation
mp Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 13:38:00 +0000 Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybertruck, the first electric pickup. Full Article Transportation
mp Why flying at lower or higher altitudes might reduce the climate impact of air travel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 16:24:36 +0000 Only a small fraction of flights would need to adjust their altitudes to achieve the effect, new research suggests. Full Article Transportation
mp India gets world's first 100% solar-powered airport By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Aug 2015 17:56:22 +0000 Visitors who fly to Cochin, Kerala, will see a 12MW solar farm. What better place to send a message to the world? Full Article Energy
mp Why self-driving cars won't replace mass transit By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Oct 2015 15:19:34 +0000 Even if self-driving cars could replace mass transit, it would be a very bad thing. Full Article Transportation
mp Why is Indonesia's wildfire so hard to put out? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Nov 2015 16:37:02 +0000 Created by humans, these fires just keep on burning due to underground stores of peat. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
mp Why you should care about one church's fight over solar panels in N.C. By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Jan 2016 17:07:23 +0000 This David vs. Goliath story could impact the future of renewable energy everywhere. Full Article Politics
mp Why are solar companies fleeing Nevada? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2016 15:54:42 +0000 Months after opening a flagship training center near Las Vegas, SolarCity is exiting the state and slashing jobs. Full Article Politics
mp The greatest scientist you've never heard of By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Feb 2016 16:02:15 +0000 Among scientists, he's as highly regarded as Einstein. Yet most of us have no idea who James Clerk Maxwell is. Full Article Research & Innovations
mp U.K. grocer embraces 'wonky' veg to trim waste By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2016 13:58:20 +0000 Walmart's British cousin Asda gets serious about selling funny-looking vegetables. Full Article Healthy Eating
mp This theater is heated with sewage (and no, it doesn't smell) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2016 20:02:03 +0000 It doesn't sound too pleasant, but sewage can be a great source of heating and cooling for municipal buildings. Full Article Energy
mp No more work email at home? French law may protect workers' home life By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Feb 2016 15:29:13 +0000 The French really do know how to put work in its place... Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
mp Sea levels are rising fast, and they'll stay that way for a long time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2016 20:14:38 +0000 Sea levels are rising faster now than they have in over 2,800 years. And they'll keep on rising, even if we stop polluting tomorrow. Full Article Climate & Weather
mp You too can be a 'space archaeologist' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Feb 2016 14:43:54 +0000 A new crowdsourcing platform aims to turn all of us into satellite-enabled Indiana Joneses. Full Article Arts & Culture
mp Which lifestyle changes really make a dent in your environmental impact? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Apr 2016 19:20:08 +0000 In a world where almost everything we do has an impact, it's hard to know where to even start. Full Article Responsible Living
mp Finland's mail carriers will soon be mowing lawns. But are they happy about it? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2016 12:50:22 +0000 In a bid to diversify revenue, Posti, Finland's state-owned mail carrier, is offering new services, including lawn mowing on Tuesdays. Full Article Sustainable Business Practices
mp Why aren't funeral costs more transparent? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jun 2016 15:59:39 +0000 A new site, Parting.com, claims to be a 'Yelp' for funerals, bringing transparency and accountability to the funeral industry. Full Article Personal Finance
mp Why don't we bury power lines in the U.S.? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Sep 2017 16:00:12 +0000 Storm-related blackouts are expensive. But then, so are buried power lines. Full Article Climate & Weather
mp How real should 'fake' meat and dairy be? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 15 Oct 2017 19:55:58 +0000 From somewhat reminiscent to actually "bloody," the thinking on alternatives to meat appears to be split. Full Article Healthy Eating