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Why private planes are nearly as deadly as cars

Depending on how the statistics are sliced, private planes may be even more dangerous than the leading cause of transportation deaths in America: cars.



  • Protection & Safety

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5 examples of drones behaving badly

Drones could rule the skies, but only if their operators follow the rules.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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World's tallest indoor waterfall will be located in already-spectacular airport

Singapore's Changi Airport outdoes itself once again.




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8 deadly diseases cured by modern science

Here are eight of history's most feared diseases that have been cured thanks to modern science.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Scientists detect more repeating radio signals from deep space

Many repeating and non-repeating signals have been discovered by the CHIME telescope in Canada.




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Traditional soup broths found with healing powers that can fight off malaria

Grandma's chicken soup has got nothing on these miraculous broths.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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New variety of 'golden rice' will soon be grown in Bangladesh

The genetically modified rice variety is laced with essential vitamins.




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Gold bar found in Mexico City park was an Aztec treasure looted by conquistadors

The artifact was probably dropped by conquistadors as they fled from the city.



  • Arts & Culture

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This one cave salamander stayed completely still for 7 years, but it wasn't dead

Maybe it was on a meditation retreat.




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Meet the pangolin, an adorable endangered creature

All 8 species of pangolin are in decline due to illegal trade, but conservationists hope to save them by softening the scaly animal's image.




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The animal-saving research behind that viral coyote and badger video

Scientists at the Peninsula Open Space Trust are studying how animals move around an increasingly fractured habitat, and the video is just one element.




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Why the mountain pika is an adorable proxy for the effects of climate change

The mountain pika is sensitive to temperature change. Warmer mountains and less snowpack are problems for this rabbit relative.




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Bumblebees can switch to 'economy mode' when their nectar load gets extra heavy

Scientists have learned out how much energy bees use to fly when carrying heavy and light loads, and they learned about a new ability along the way.




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'Blood snow' invades the Antarctic

Blood snow not only looks sinister, it contributes to a feedback loop that accelerates warming.



  • Climate & Weather

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Add some automation to your chicken coop

One way to make life a little easier is to focus first on the door of the coop. Here's how.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Slimy killer rock snot invades New York

Fast-spreading algae has spread quickly along crucial New York waterways that provide drinking water.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Gulf of Mexico 'dead zone' may reach record size this summer

Historic floods and relentless storms are expected to boost the dead zone up to 15 percent larger than ever before, experts say.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What's causing Canada's 'rock snot' infestation?

A pesky species of algae is infiltrating parts of eastern Canada due to global warming



  • Wilderness & Resources

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It's alive! Urban Algae Canopy produces shade, dietary supplements

At Expo 2015, this work of 'bio-digital architecture' stands as a living, breathing spirulina snack machine.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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What does Mercury in retrograde mean?

Some people believe that Mercury retrograde means you should be cautious in many aspects of your life, but what do the astrologists say?



  • Arts & Culture

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Earth is having a bad acid trip, study finds

Humanity's use of coal, metals and other natural resources is reportedly making the planet more acidic.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Planning a wedding? Skip the flowers and get puppy bouquets instead

Add an extra dose of whimsy and bliss to your big day with a rambunctious pile of rescue puppies.




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Why the biggest dinosaurs had the flashiest head gear

Theropods like the T. Rex have their bony cranial ornamentation to thank for their enormous size.




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​How a caustic lake in Tanzania became a flamingo paradise

This salty soda lake literally turns dead animals into calcified statues. Why do lesser flamingos love it so much?



  • Wilderness & Resources

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5 reasons to pay attention to those dismal coral bleaching headlines

Bleached corals are akin to dead canaries in a coal mine — a warning of what's to come if we don't address the threat of climate change.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Rice paddies: Glassy landscapes with a complex history

Learn more about the ancient agricultural legacy of rice paddy farming.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Oh, Canada! 17 national parks that give this nation reason to boast

Here's a glance at the variation of landscape and geography found within just a few of Canada's most amazing national parks.




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Avocado prices rise, right before Cinco de Mayo

Expect to pay more for avocados for your guacamole — or just make "mockamole" instead.




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How to make fresh breadcrumbs

A rundown of the many questions that arise when a recipe calls for fresh breadcrumbs, like do you use soft fresh bread or let it get stale first?




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Baking bread is trendy, but is it for you?

Bread baking is a big trend but didn't work for me. So just remember: You get to pick and choose your bandwagons, not the other way around.




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In Person: David Martin, head of retail management, Zurich UK

Zurich's David Martin explains why he made the move from Allianz to Zurich and how brokers helped him take the leap.




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Gefion meets €5m liquidity deadline

The Danish provider has complied with the order from a regulator to have liquid assets of at least €5m by the end of 2019, after further investment from shareholders.




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FCA warns of temporary permissions deadline as Brexit looms

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.




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FCA admits "mistake" after it accidentally shared private complainant data

The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of certain FCA complainants were publicly available between November 2019 and February 2020.




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Government urged to reconsider IPT ahead of Budget

The ABI and CII are calling for a cut to insurance premium tax, whereas Biba is requesting a freeze.




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Better business: A hand up the ladder

Peninsula founder and group managing director Peter Done explains what small business owners must do to develop and inspire their staff




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New whitepaper advises on how to get a scheme up-and-running

Insurance Age and Axa release the first in a series of whitepapers to help brokers and MGAs launch schemes and delegated authorities.




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New whitepaper advises on how to market and grow a scheme

Insurance Age and Axa release the second in a series of whitepapers to help brokers and MGAs launch schemes and delegated authorities.




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New whitepaper advises on how to future proof your scheme business

Insurance Age and Axa release the third in a series of whitepapers to help brokers and MGAs launch and manage schemes and delegated authorities.




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Open GI to headline Broker Expo 2019

More than 1,000 brokers to attend 7 November event.




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Former Allianz Scotland-head joins HDI Global SE

Stephanie Ogden will move from Lloyd’s after just over a year and has ten years’ experience of working at Allianz.




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CII commits to mental health agenda with Inside Out Leadership Charter

Organisation has committed to specific principles involving mental health such as talking about mental health and wellbeing at board meetings at least twice per annum.




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SSP adds Policyfast to e-trading platform

Provider specialises in insurance for food and hospitality businesses.




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Blog: Reading the tea leaves is a mug’s game

Sharon Bishop, CEO of Close Brothers Premium Finance, discusses how technology will free brokers up to do what they’re good at and urges the sector to increase its focus on diversity and inclusion.




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Opinion: Brookhurst Advisory's Paul Upton on the future of underwriting

The end of underwriting? Is technology a magic bullet to generate profitable underwriting? Paul Upton asks




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Andrew Scott joins Broker Insights as advisor

Scott, who founded Aston Scott Group, has invested in the start-up which was launched by former Aviva broker distribution director Fraser Edmond.




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The roads least taken in America

These highways pass by beautiful landscapes but aren't frequented by many travelers.




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Seattle turns the page on iconic viaduct

Alaskan Way Viaduct in Seattle will close this week. It offered sweeping views for drivers (but no one else) and had become an earthquake safety hazard.




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Air in the London Underground is far more polluted than beside busy city roads

A new report commissioned by Transport for London brings bad news to those who thought they were avoiding air pollution by taking the Tube.




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Boomers and e-bikes were made for each other

More aging boomers are getting on e-bikes, but they should make sure they buy the best cycles for older cyclists.