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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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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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Biba takes action on FCA coronavirus warning

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.




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Government consults on UK market access for Gibraltar-based firms

The legal framework previously in place needs to be changed due to Brexit, with firms having until 11 May to respond.




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FCA warns of Tasker and QIC Europe clone

Regulator said fraudsters had used the details of authorised firms Tasker Insurance Brokers and QIC Europe to attempt to scam customers.




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Better business: Turn the office green

How can employers be more environmentally friendly in the workplace? Peter Done explains




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Aviva takes Erica Arnold from Zurich for COO position

She replaces Nick Amin who is set to move from his role as group chief operations and IT officer to supporting work on the firm’s strategic review in Asia.




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Opinion: Mactavish's Bruce Hepburn on restoring trust and reforming the industry

Lessons to learn: Even before the current crisis, the industry was in need of a shakeup, says Bruce Hepburn




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Why can't we solve the modern traffic jam?

With more cars on the road and few infrastructure projects to ease congestion, traffic jams are just getting more epic.




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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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Commuters turn to bicycles during transportation strike in Netherlands

A public transportation strike in the Netherlands leads thousands of commuters to ride their bicycles instead.




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Even BP admits it: Some existing oil reserves are unburnable

As the world moves away from fossil fuels, oil companies are trying to reposition themselves.




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Back to the land no more?: The ecomodernists say we should decouple from nature

Big, efficient cities. High-tech mega farms. And a new generation of nuclear power. That's how to save nature, says a new manifesto.




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How we can turn Coal Country around

As fossil fuels decline, the need for alternative economic models becomes more important than ever.




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What if funeral urns helped plant trees?

Life after death takes a botanical form with The Living Urn.



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New wildfires spark more evacuations as California burns

A dozen active major wildfires are burning in California, including the Getty and Kinkade fires, causing widespread evacuations.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Young designer creates plastic alternative from fish waste and algae

Winner of international James Dyson Award invents marine bioplastic made of algae and fish parts.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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5 surprising facts about the famous Matterhorn

The well-known mountain straddling Switzerland and Italy has its fair share of intrigue.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Oceans could return to a picture of health in just one generation

A major new review calls for urgent action to restore our ailing oceans.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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We could learn a lot from the humble flower

Flowers bounce back quickly from just about any kind of injury. Perhaps we can learn from them.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Catastrophic fires in Australia raise concerns about the future of koalas

Rescuers are racing to save koalas as a barrage of bushfires roar across the country.




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Endangered black rhino baby born on Christmas Eve at Michigan zoo

The black rhino calf appears healthy and is nursing regularly, according to zoo officials.




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Why don't bears' muscles atrophy during hibernation?

Researchers hope to help humans borrow some secrets of bear biology.




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Toomer's Corner oak set on fire after game

One of Auburn's new Toomer's Corner oaks is set on fire after Auburn beats LSU. A 29-year-old man has been taken into custody.



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Rioja region earns UNESCO tourism blessing

Wine from Rioja Alavesa, the Basque subregion of Rioja, has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Responsible Tourism region.




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Destructive spotted lanternflies are making their way across the East Coast

Spotted lanternflies are hitching a ride on everything from camping gear to Christmas trees.



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Is corn ethanol worth the trouble?

It can be better for the climate than gasoline, but this colorless liquid isn't always as green as it seems.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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What causes tornadoes?

The U.S. has more tornadoes than anywhere else on Earth, but their sudden twists and turns still make them mysterious and mesmerizing.



  • Translating Uncle Sam

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New FAQs have been added concerning Machine Automation Controllers.

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Omron will be exhibiting in INTERNEPCON JAPAN held at Tokyo Big Sight from Jan.19 to Jan.21, 2011.

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OMRON introduces an Overview for DeviceNet. Look for more detail information concerning DeviceNet, including Mastes and Slaves, to be added in the future.

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We have introduced NX-series EtherNet/IP Coupler Unit NX-EIC202.

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NX-series EtherNet/IP™ Coupler Unit

Connecting to open industrial network standard EtherNet/IP(NX-EIC202)




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NX-series Heater Burnout Detection Unit

Temperature control with heater burnout detection in conjunction with a temperature input unit and PID instructions(NX-HB)




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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: SME brokers eligible for government bounce back loans

HM Treasury confirmed to Biba that small and medium-sized brokers are eligible for the scheme.




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Covid-19: Disrupters pressurise motor insurers to return premium

On demand insurtechs encourage incumbents to give back premium as it is predicted providers could save £1bn as claims plummet amid lockdown.




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Blog: Why the government needs to back the insurance industry

Tom Powell shares his idea to help the insurance sector overcome the BI problems




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Car insurance flat in Q1 2017 but hikes inevitable thanks to “government blunders”, says AA

Average increase for comprehensive motor cover was 12.9% over the past 12 months.




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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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Experts urge pet providers to turn to social media

A GlobalData report suggested that engaging with pet influencers on Instagram and Facebook could benefit insurers and brokers.




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CPT News Release: Coach tourism needs 65m a month as it faces fight for its future with 18 month winter warns CPT

Today 7 May CPT is calling on the Government to provide a support package worth pound;65m each month for the coach tourism industry.




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Warning Signs of Old Windows

Unfortunately, today is the era when people need to think about the renovation projects of their home because old houses tend to get older and older and require some special maintenance. One of the best ideas of a home upgrade is to replace your old windows.




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The 3 Hidden Keys to Rapidly Burning Stubborn Fat

Reveals the secret "power tips" that athletes, bodybuilders, and fitness models use to burn maximum fat in the shortest amount of time.




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Alternatives For Cellulite Reduction

The following article lists some simple, informative tips that will help you reduce cellulite. This article can give you an insight into everything you've ever wanted to know about alternatives for cellulite reduction.




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Ebook Review: AdSense Confessions, How to Earn Google AdSense Income

Have you joined the herds of people earning a passive income from Pay Per Click using Google AdSense? If not, you're missing a golden opportunity. This ebook review is about "AdSense Confessions" written by Codrut Turcanu who reveals how nine people make varying levels of income for very little work.




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Master Affiliate Marketing - 7 Ways To Take Your Earnings To The Next Level

Discover how to fully utilize a profitable affiliate program by creating even more income streams from the product you're promoting. You'll have more reach and more market share with these 7 top tips.




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Make Money on the Internet Using Affiliate Marketing

Make money off your website through using affiliate marketing. It's free and generates much more money than selling traditional advertising space.




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California Home Mortgage

To apply for the best California Home Mortgage program one has to fill in an application form and provide information such as the social security numbers, marital status, current address, birth date, employment and salary information etc.




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Traditional Southern Breakfast Recipes for Mother's Day

Make this Mother's Day unforgettable with one of these breakfast menus