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What is ayahuasca, the shaman's brew?

Anthropologist Robin Rodd weighs in on the mind-altering herbal drink, ayahuasca, said to have healing properties.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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To save salamanders from killer fungus, scientists hit the ground running

Salamanders and newts in Europe are under siege by an invasive and deadly mycological disease. How can we stop it from reaching North America?




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New Yorkers line up for 'Manhattanhenge'

Manhattanhenge is an urban phenomenon in which the sun sets perfectly along New York City's east-west street grid.



  • Arts & Culture

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Summer produce: Can it, freeze it, pickle it or make it boozy before Old Man Winter steals it

Before we get a cold, snowy winter, you better start preserving now.




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Why Germany's little gardens are a way of life

Once critical for survival, Germany's allotment gardens now provide a different type of health and wellness.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Opinion: Brokerbility's managing director Ian Stutz on technology and SMEs

Adapting to the future: Technology is changing the way SMEs buy insurance, but brokers have a vital role to play, says Ian Stutz




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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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FCA warns insurance managers to tackle misconduct

Not addressing non-financial misconduct may lead managers to fail the SM&CR.




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Biba focuses on access to insurance in 2020 manifesto

Manifesto includes 37 commitments and 29 calls for action across nine key areas including regulation, broking challenges, Brexit, and transport.




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Management: The great wave of innovation

The insurance sector has been slow to adopt the digital age, says Colin Dean, but that is changing fast




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Flaxmans and PKF Littlejohn team up on dispute resolution

Firms claim Crusader offering will “revolutionise” insurance and commercial dispute resolution.




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Management: Relocation, relocation, relocation

How can businesses handle relocation with their employees? Peter Done explains how to orchestrate a successful office move




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Amanda Blanc’s latest role announced

The former Axa UK boss has joined claims insurtech RightIndem as non-executive chair of the board.




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Blog: How flood prevention technology can impact claims management

Jonathan Jackson, CEO at flood forecasting InsurTech Previsico, explains how new technologies can change the industry's approach to flood claims.




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Should there be mandatory driving tests for older drivers?

Our society is designed in a way that makes restricting drivers licenses do more harm than good.




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In remotest Alaska, this weatherman still releases weather balloons

It turns out, not everything about weather forecasting involves satellites and computer models.



  • Climate & Weather

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Why are so many kids allergic?

Sometimes it seems like every other kid is allergic to something. Is that really the case and, if so, what can be done about it?




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Noise pollution is a major threat to many different kinds of animals, study finds

Species from all over the animal kingdom face serious danger from noise pollution, researchers warn.




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How many polar bears are there?

It's unclear exactly how many polar bears are left in the wild, but several populations likely face grave danger from climate change.




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Texting and walking don't mix: Woman falls into fountain

Pennsylvania woman who fell into a mall fountain while texting — becoming an instant Internet sensation in the process — has hired an attorney.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Winning Nat Geo photos reveal nature and humanity at their finest

The 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest focuses on nature, cities and people. Here are the stunning winners.




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What are ultra-processed foods, and are you eating too many of them?

There's processed food and then there's ultra-processed food. One of them adds a lot more sugar to our diets than we realize.




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Omron Corporation which manages our OMRON Industrial Automation Global Web, will suspend our business operations from August 11 to 20.

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Omron Corporation which manages our OMRON Industrial Automation Global Web, will suspend our business operations from December 29 to January 6.

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Omron Corporation which manages our OMRON Industrial Automation Global Web, will suspend our business operations from August 10 to 18.

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Manual Motor Starter (Motor Protection Circuit Breaker)

MPCB system, protection from Overload, Phase failure and Short Circuit(J7MC Series)




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Stuart Reid returns to the industry as Pikl chairman

Exclusive: The former Bluefin and Gallagher boss says he is taking on a number of new roles, with the rest to be revealed in the near future.




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Covid-19: The ultimate stress management test

Opinion: Philippa Wilkin, former underwriter and mindfulness expert, explores ways to manage anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Profile: Chairman of Vizion Insurance Brokers and investor Chris Blackham

Millionaire maker: From setting up one of the first consolidators to becoming an investor in start-ups, Chris Blackham reflects on the highs and lows of selling-up and shares his vision for the future




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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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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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Insurance complaints to Financial Ombudsman hold steady in 2017/18

But organisation warns over loyalty and telematics complaints.




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Broking success: Richard Hames, M&DH Insurance Services' managing director

Building a broker: M&DH Insurance Services’ managing director Richard Hames tells Insurance Age why the construction and manufacturing specialist is focused on growth and how the broker is overcoming the current challenging market.




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Government calls on Amanda Blanc to lead flood inquiry

Blanc will head up a review following the Doncaster 2019 flooding to learn why victims did not have the right cover.




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Insurance Covid-Cast episode seven: Empathetic, sympathetic and offering strategic guidance – how brokers are managing clients in lockdown

In the latest episode of Insurance Post and Insurance Age’s new series of video casts brought to you while our journalists are in isolation lockdown we discuss how brokers maintain their ‘trusted adviser’ status during these difficult time.




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Leisure Insure closes permanently

Updated: UK capacity was pulled last month as directors say they were not prepared to go offshore or use "obscure foreign markets".




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Product review: Management liability made easy

Keeley Theron, commercial manager at SJL Insurance, reviews C-Quence's ML5 Management Liability Insurance product




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Seven Keys to Permanent Weight Loss Success (Part 3 of 4)

During a recent seminar that I conduct, participants explored the concept of just how powerful the mind is and how this relates to losing fat. After a serious of powerful exercises, they were asked to create an action plan based on what they learned in order to successfully lose fat and keep it off. The result of this workshop was seven keys that addressed what most diet programs or weight loss systems do not: the fact that fitness starts inside.




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How to Lose Weight Healthily and Keep Fats Off Permanently

Why do people lose weight and then to gain the fats back so soon? Do you want to lose fat permanently? Here is how to keep off the fats forever!




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Seven Keys to Permanent Weight Loss Success (Part 4 of 4)

During a recent seminar that I conduct, participants explored the concept of just how powerful the mind is and how this relates to losing fat. After a serious of powerful exercises, they were asked to create an action plan based on what they learned in order to successfully lose fat and keep it off. The result of this workshop was seven keys that addressed what most diet programs or weight loss systems do not: the fact that fitness starts inside.




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Improve Your Websites Performance

How well is your website performing? Are you satisfied with the amount of customers who view your website? Do you get enough business through your website? By reading this article you will be in a position to do something about all three questions.




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Romantic Things to Do for Your Wife on Mother's Day

You really want to do something that she will never forget.




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Keyman Insurance - Protect Yourself Against Your Biggest Businesses Risks

Keyman insurance is one of the most overlooked insurances for business - but also one of the most important. This article looks at the risks it can cover for Directors, Shareholders, partners and employees alike.




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Memo to Myself - I Need Keyman Insurance

Keyman Insurance is the most overlooked of all business insurances especially for small businesses where the need is greatest. This article argues that businessmen should insure the risks.




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Best Man Speech

Are You the Best Man For the Job? You are in a position of honor. Your close friend is assuming the position and he needs your help.




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Astrology and Mankind

American Heritage Dictionary defines Astrology as the study of the positions and aspects of celestial bodies in the belief that they have an influence on the course of natural earthly occurrences and human affairs.




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Managing the Income Portfolio

You don't have to be a professional Investment Manager to professionally manage your investment portfolio, but you do need to have a long term plan and know something about Asset Allocation... a portfolio organization tool that is often misunderstood and almost always improperly used within the financial community. Remember, your unhappiness is Wall Street's most coveted asset. Don't humor them.




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Asset Allocation Management Without Mutual Funds

Investing is not a competitive event, ever. You don't need to beat the market. You need to accomplish a set of personalized goals. Avoid what the crowd is doing and shun investment products. Consumers buy products; Investors buy securities.




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On-Demand Water Heating from Efficent Tankless Water Heaters

Tankless water heaters are more efficent in heating hot water than conventional water heaters and can save consumers on their energy costs.




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Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman review

An article review on Lois and Clark tv series which is one of the best real-life people series based on a comic book.