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Two oil tankers linked to sanctioned Russian crude shipments caught fire in separate incidents last Friday in the Black Sea, raising concerns in a region already troubled by naval mines and irregular shipping activities. Turkish authorities launched major rescue efforts after the fires broke out on the vessels, which were carrying limited or questionable documentation. … Read more

Insurance brokers play a key role in helping people and businesses find insurance policies that fit their needs. Unlike agents who work for specific insurance companies, brokers work independently and can offer options from many providers. This gives clients a wider range of choices and the chance to find better coverage. If you’re thinking about … Read more

The Texas economy is showing signs of slowing down, according to a new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Job growth is cooling, construction is dropping, and inflation is creeping up. The report, based on surveys of business leaders across the state, paints a cautious picture. Job growth in Texas fell by 1.3% … Read more

Higginbotham has joined forces with Roehr Insurance, a prominent property and casualty agency based in Cincinnati, Ohio. This new partnership helps Higginbotham expand its reach in the Midwest, while giving Roehr Insurance access to more tools and support for its clients and staff. Roehr Insurance, started in 2012 by CEO Alvin Roehr, began as a … Read more

OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, has ambitious plans to spend trillions of dollars on building the infrastructure needed to develop and run artificial intelligence services. Speaking to reporters recently, Altman said this massive investment will come in the “not very distant future,” though the challenge lies in finding new ways to raise such huge amounts of … Read more

Workplace accidents continue to pose a serious challenge for businesses across the United States. In 2023, there were over 2.5 million nonfatal injuries and more than 5,200 fatal accidents in offices nationwide. These incidents not only harm workers but also disrupt daily operations in industries ranging from manufacturing to restaurants. Some of the most frequent … Read more

Cyber insurance company CFC has introduced a new tool aimed at helping brokers connect better with small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) about the risks of cyber threats. The initiative focuses on making cyber risk information clearer and more relevant to these smaller companies, which often find traditional reports full of confusing stats and jargon. Called … Read more

Choosing the right car insurance company in Pennsylvania can be a tough call with so many options available. A recent review of the top auto insurers in the state sheds light on the biggest players, their specialties, and how they stack up in terms of coverage and pricing. At the top of the list is … Read more

Early on Thanksgiving morning, a magnitude 6.0 earthquake shook an area northwest of Anchorage, Alaska, drawing attention from both emergency teams and insurers. The quake struck just after 8 a.m. near Susitna, roughly 37 miles away from Alaska’s biggest city. Although no major damage or injuries have been reported, the shaking was felt across the … Read more

The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against California, aiming to stop the state from enforcing truck emissions rules. This legal action, announced on Friday, targets the California Air Resources Board and its “Clean Truck Partnership” with heavy-duty truck and engine makers. The department argues that California is overstepping its authority by enforcing standards … Read more