Uks Aviva Submits Proposal to Acquire Direct Line Insurance

The Israel-Hamas war in maps and charts

A visual guide to the conflict and its regional impact

World - Financial Times - 1 hour ago

UK insurer Direct Line rejects £3.3bn takeover offer by Aviva

Proposed cash and stock deal rebuffed on grounds it undervalues the company

World - Financial Times - 1 hour ago

Serco shares fall on Australian contract loss and changes to UK national insurance

UK operator of prisons and asylum accommodation expects a combined £38mn hit in 2025

World - Financial Times - November 8

National insurance rise will hit lower-wage parts of UK economy hardest, study shows

Findings of IFS think-tank come as Reeves acknowledges policies could dampen pay growth

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Jimmy Lai case tests red lines of UK-China relations

British national’s supporters hope human rights will be prioritised over UK push for strong relationship with Beijing

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Super Micro Computer Submits Nasdaq Compliance Plan

The server maker said it believes it will be able to complete its annual report on Form 10-K within the discretionary period available to the Nasdaq staff to grant.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 18

The Onion to acquire Infowars out of bankruptcy

Satirical website wins auction for media business controlled by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones

Business - Financial Times - November 14

The Meeting That Changed the Direction of the Patriots

Drake Maye called out his teammates after a lousy practice. The response shows they’re becoming his team, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 11

Police submit file to CPS over Tim Westwood sexual abuse allegations

Met inquiry looking into historical accusations against former Radio 1 hip-hop DJ. Prosecutors are considering bringing charges against the former Radio 1 hip-hop DJ Tim Westwood, after detectives ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Cash App settlement: Deadline to submit claim for up to $2,500 nears

You may be eligible for up to $2,500 — but only if you submit a claim on time.

Politics - The Hill - November 10

There's a 'compressed timeline' to submit a FAFSA form this year — Here’s how to prepare

The 2025-26 FAFSA will be available to everyone on December 1, the Education Department said. Here's how to prepare.

Business - CNBC - November 13

'Push Russia harder,' Zelensky urges allies in speech

'The Russian military will be punished,' Ukraine's foreign ministry says as it marks the milestone.

Dorothea Rockburne – New York great’s first big UK show all comes down to one long, mesmerising line

Bernheim Gallery, London Now aged 95, the great polymath had trouble finding the right chipboard in Britain – but this is still a show of disarming simplicity with one stunning standout work. ...

World - The Guardian - 10 hours ago

Incredibuild acquires Garden to accelerate game development

Incredibuild has acquired Garden to bolster its acceleration capabilities for the entire DevOps lifecycle for games.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 4

Sabres Hit Home Run Acquiring Breakout Forward

The Sabres made a great move trading for this surging forward.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 18

Mets acquire OF Siri from Rays for reliever Orze

The Mets acquired veteran OF Jose Siri from the Rays in exchange for reliever Eric Orze.

Sports - ESPN - November 19

Mets acquire outfielder Jose Siri in trade with Rays

The Mets added to their outfield depth on Monday, acquiring Jose Siri in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19

DirecTV Calls Off Plans to Acquire Dish Network

The deal, which would have created one of the largest pay-TV providers in the United States, fell apart after strong objections from Dish’s lenders.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Cop29: UK commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions must be ‘starting point, not finish line’, climate advisers say – live updates

Climate scientists and advisers back new UK commitment but warn that there is still work to be done. In the halls of Cop29, activists from Oil Change International gathered around a computer to ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

Art-insurance disputes do not make for a pretty picture

Ronald Perelman’s $410mn lawsuit shines a light on the conflicts between collectors and insurers

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Trump’s return turns the tables for US health insurers

President-elect’s victory opens up a new schism between the sector’s haves and have-nots

World - Financial Times - November 6

4 arrested for faking bear attacks for insurance payouts

Four people have been arrested for allegedly carrying out a bizarre insurance fraud scheme where they staged bear attacks inside cars. Authorities say the suspects submitted videos for insurance ...

Do I need inheritance tax insurance?

Budget changes prompt wave of interest in life cover to avoid families scrambling to pay tax bills

World - Financial Times - November 15

Four arrested in insurance fraud plot with bizarre twist

Nationwide cases of insurance fraud cost the United States about $40 billion a year, according to the FBI. This week in California, four people were arrested in an alleged insurance fraud plot with ...

Which health insurance plan may be right for you?

Experts say people shopping for health insurance right now should look beyond price when searching for coverage for next year

Health - ABC News - November 20

Zurich Insurance Targets Higher Earnings Growth

The insurer said it was targeting annual core earnings growth of more than 9% as part of its new three-year plan to 2027, after benefiting from a better-than-anticipated market.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Rugby club devastated by Storm Bert had no insurance

The club failed to find insurance cover after it was flooded in 2020, and has been hit again.

Woman faced travel insurance refusal after US car accident

Jane Rubens' family say they faced accepting her return to the UK or having her insurance cancelled.

Bears submitting Packers' game-sealing blocked field goal to league office, say penalty was committed

The Bears believe they should've had another shot at the game-winning field goal

Sports - CBS Sports - November 18

Juan Soto free agency buzz: Mets, Yankees reportedly among five teams with offer for star OF

Here is the latest buzz surrounding Juan Soto's free agency...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday

2 popular breakout picks are going in opposite directions

Dan Titus debuts the Fantasy Basketball Vibe Check by taking a closer look at Cam Thomas making the leap and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 29

How the Paul George negotiations changed the direction of the Clippers

When Steve Ballmer bought the franchise, he said he was willing to spend whatever it takes to win.

Sports - ESPN - November 6

Trump’s European allies think history is turning in their direction

Populist nationalists on both sides of the Atlantic share common ideas. But there are tensions just beneath the surface

Business - Financial Times - November 11

'You ended our son's life': Grieving parents make appeal to sextortion criminals

Murray Dowey, from Dunblane, was only 16 when he ended his life last year.

Cheryl and One Direction stars mourn Liam Payne at funeral

The band's members including Harry Styles join family and friends to remember the late star.

Inflation is heading in the wrong direction. Just how bad is it?

The rate of inflation is going to get worse before it gets better, raising questions about how fast the Federal Reserve can cut interest rates.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Uks Aviva Submits Proposal to Acquire Direct Line Insurance

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