ni Smithsonian museum captures all sides of the African-American story By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Sep 2016 10:12:00 +0000 One of the most highly anticipated museums of the past decade, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is finally opening. Full Article Arts & Culture
ni Planning a wedding? Skip the flowers and get puppy bouquets instead By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Sep 2016 19:25:34 +0000 Add an extra dose of whimsy and bliss to your big day with a rambunctious pile of rescue puppies. Full Article Pets
ni Sublime animal portraits vie for Nat Geo's attention By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Oct 2016 17:00:00 +0000 National Geographic is back at it again with one of the fiercest photography competitions of the year. Full Article Animals
ni How a caustic lake in Tanzania became a flamingo paradise By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 11:32:00 +0000 This salty soda lake literally turns dead animals into calcified statues. Why do lesser flamingos love it so much? Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ni Lifelike, but not alive: These animal sculptures are crafted from newspaper By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Oct 2016 15:00:00 +0000 Old newspapers gain new life as evocative sculptures that tell a story about the relationship between humans and animals. Full Article Arts & Culture
ni 6 ingenious traps set by the world's hungriest carnivorous plants By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Feb 2017 16:57:16 +0000 From Venus flytraps to pitcher plants and bladderworts, explore the wonderfully weird world of carnivorous plants. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ni To save salamanders from killer fungus, scientists hit the ground running By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 14:25:09 +0000 Salamanders and newts in Europe are under siege by an invasive and deadly mycological disease. How can we stop it from reaching North America? Full Article Animals
ni These newly discovered peacock spiders will change your mind about arachnids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Sep 2017 19:00:15 +0000 Many people don't see arachnids as 'cute,' but maybe they've never laid eyes on a peacock jumping spider. Full Article Animals
ni 17 giggle-inducing animal photobombs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Oct 2017 19:56:49 +0000 Wild animals and beloved pets take the subtle art of photobombing to the next level. Full Article Animals
ni Synchronized fireflies gather for a 'rave' in the Great Smoky Mountains By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Apr 2019 19:07:24 +0000 Every June, the Elkmont Ghost Town in Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up with the world's largest gathering of synchronous fireflies. Full Article Animals
ni 7 overnight breakfast casseroles for an easy Christmas morning By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 22:18:10 +0000 Assemble these casseroles the night before. Throw them in the oven Christmas morning and breakfast is ready in about an hour. Full Article Recipes
ni Sleep tight tonight with moon milk By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Sep 2018 15:09:20 +0000 This modern version of warm milk may help you sleep, but not for the reason you think. Full Article Recipes
ni Designing toilet paper for quality and sustainability By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 14:30:59 +0000 Aria toilet paper is 50% thicker & 3x stronger when wet than the leading recycled brand. It's also eco-friendly. Full Article At Home
ni Replenish: The Unsung 'R' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Jan 2019 20:52:20 +0000 When it comes to sustainable living, you know about the three Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle. But how much do you know about the fourth R, replenish? Full Article At Home
ni Artists transform old Ikea furniture into 'wildhomes' for urban wildlife By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2019 13:18:27 +0000 Birds, bees, bats and bees in one London park just got swank new digs courtesy of upcycled Ikea furniture. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ni The bitter legal battle behind Georgia's sweet Vidalia onion By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2019 22:22:21 +0000 Everything you need to know about the Vidalia onion, one of Georgia's most popular exports. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ni What is companion planting? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 May 2019 12:19:35 +0000 Companion planting offers plants enhanced nutrition, shade, weed protection and more. Here's what to to plant together in your vegetable and flower gardens. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ni If boomers aren't budging, where will millennials live? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 May 2019 16:51:49 +0000 We have a serious housing crisis, and it is just going to get worse. Full Article At Home
ni 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
ni 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
ni 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
ni 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
ni Opinion: Brokerbility's managing director Ian Stutz on technology and SMEs By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 04 Jul 2019 10:12:02 +0100 Adapting to the future: Technology is changing the way SMEs buy insurance, but brokers have a vital role to play, says Ian Stutz Full Article
ni Danish regulator orders Gefion to correct information By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:11:37 +0000 Gefion has disagreed with the decision, as the regulator points to issues with one of the provider's reinsurance contracts. Full Article
ni FSCS levy hike reignites call for separate broker pot By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:56:21 +0000 Expected broker levy rose to £23m for 2020/21 after spike in PPI complaints. Full Article
ni Biba focuses on access to insurance in 2020 manifesto By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:30:00 +0000 Manifesto includes 37 commitments and 29 calls for action across nine key areas including regulation, broking challenges, Brexit, and transport. Full Article
ni Aviva denies privacy failure after mailing error By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 10:55:47 +0000 The insurer contacted thousands of customers mistakenly calling them ‘Michael’ - reports. Full Article
ni 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
ni 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
ni The uninsured risk By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 07 Sep 2016 09:00:00 +0100 Renovations and extensions may add thousands to a house’s value, but they might not be covered by existing insurance, explains Tim Slattery Full Article
ni Broking success: Tony Knight, Knightsure By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 30 Sep 2016 08:15:00 +0100 The old school approach: Knightsure director Tony Knight prides himself on his old school, face-to-face approach, but is not afraid to take on new challenges such as cyber or how to thrive in the post-Brexit world Full Article
ni Video: GDPR – Future proofing your business: Don’t panic! By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 25 May 2018 08:40:05 +0100 In the culmination of the three part series the specialists run through what to do in the coming days, weeks, months and years now that GDPR is in place. Full Article
ni 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
ni Ex-Ardonagh deputy CEO Janice Deakin: "I need a break from big deals" By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2019 11:54:40 +0100 Former Ardonagh deputy CEO Janice Deakin has stepped back at the consolidator and vowed that she needs a ‘break’ from big deals having worked on the acquisition of Swinton, but added the idea of acting as a non-executive director at another firm presently has little appeal. Full Article
ni Opinion: Perry Appleton's Claire Russell on mental health in business By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:48:42 +0000 Time for action on mental health: As Insurance Age launches the Head Lines mental health campaign, broker and mental health expert Claire Russell shares her own experience. Full Article
ni Opinion: Mactavish's Bruce Hepburn on restoring trust and reforming the industry By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:07:25 +0100 Lessons to learn: Even before the current crisis, the industry was in need of a shakeup, says Bruce Hepburn Full Article
ni Opinion: Brookhurst Advisory's Paul Upton on the future of underwriting By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:18:41 +0000 The end of underwriting? Is technology a magic bullet to generate profitable underwriting? Paul Upton asks Full Article
ni Ignite Systems launches broker chatbot service By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 12:26:33 +0000 Yoga Insurance Services, sister company of OneCall, has signed up as the first client. Full Article
ni Covid-19: Niall Barton calls on insurers to support insurtechs By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:38:30 +0100 The Insurtech UK chairman and Wrisk executive chairman said the “mini meteorite” of Covid-19 has put insurtechs at risk of underfunding. Full Article
ni Why aging boomers need walkable cities more than convenient parking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2018 10:42:14 +0000 If people from any age group can't move to a walkable city, then they're going to have to fix what they've got. Full Article Transportation
ni Sydney wants to transform abandoned rail tunnels into nightlife hotspot By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 12:35:11 +0000 Officials in New South Wales are confident that transforming the ghost tunnels could have 'global potential.' Full Article Transportation
ni Scenic New Zealand train route to reopen 2 years after massive earthquake By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Nov 2018 13:22:32 +0000 The Coastal Pacific Train route closed following the Kaikoura earthquake in November 2016. The 61-mile route will reopen on Dec. 1, 2018. Full Article Transportation
ni Why do millennials drive less than boomers? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Nov 2018 17:52:08 +0000 How you get around determines where you live, and vice versa. Full Article Transportation
ni Why San Francisco nixing parking minimums is a win for the environment By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:45:16 +0000 With newly passed legislation, San Francisco is now the largest city in the country to not require a minimum number of parking spaces for new developments. Full Article Transportation
ni How pedestrians avoid running into each other By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Dec 2018 13:07:39 +0000 Walkers have a comfort zone to prevent collisions. Full Article Transportation
ni Seattle turns the page on iconic viaduct By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Jan 2019 19:36:30 +0000 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. Full Article Transportation
ni Back to the land no more?: The ecomodernists say we should decouple from nature By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Nov 2015 18:54:00 +0000 Big, efficient cities. High-tech mega farms. And a new generation of nuclear power. That's how to save nature, says a new manifesto. Full Article Politics
ni 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
ni Has a professional soccer player just revolutionized the energy industry? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Feb 2016 13:50:55 +0000 Mathieu Flamini has been keeping a secret: He's developing a viable alternative to oil. Full Article Research & Innovations
ni Could a small Rhode Island wind farm revolutionize U.S. energy? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Aug 2016 14:24:50 +0000 Other countries have already installed thousands of offshore turbines. Will the U.S. be next? Full Article Energy