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California’s Insurance System Faces Crucial Test as Wildfire Losses Mount
The California FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, had just $377 million available last week to pay claims that could reach billions, officials said.The New York Times - 1h -
Possible links between utility companies and LA wildfires under investigation
Investigators have not determined causes of any of the Los Angeles County fires yet.ABC News - 9h -
Tyler Perry knocks insurance companies over policy cancellations ahead of wildfires
Tyler Perry is ripping the "pure greed" of insurance companies for canceling homeowners' policies ahead of the devastating wildfires in California. "Watching a daughter use a garden hose to try and ...The Hill - 1d -
Meghan Netflix show delayed over LA wildfires
The series will now premiere in March after devastating fires in southern California, where it was filmed.BBC News - 1d -
GOP rep suggests California relief aid should be withheld over state policies
Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) said he believes Congress should withhold disaster relief funds from California in the wake of Los Angeles wildfires until environmental policy changes are made by the ...The Hill - 2d -
Growing anger over government response to wildfires
There is growing anger and questions over the response to the wildfires. Los Angeles’ Fire Chief even saying budget cuts lead to a lack of resources. NBC News' Ellison Barber reports.NBC News - 2d -
‘Companies always cozy up to whoever is in power’: Why Meta is numb to outrage over its fact-checking changes
One human-rights group called Meta’s fact-checking change “exceedingly dangerous.” That didn’t seem to stop the company.MarketWatch - 3d -
Wellema Hat Company Destroyed by Los Angeles Wildfires
The Wellema Hat Company was one of many local Los Angeles businesses destroyed by this week’s fires. Now its founders are figuring out how to — or even if they can — start over.The New York Times - 3d -
As L.A. Wildfire Damages Hit $20 Billion Estimate, Insurers Slump
The wildfire may be the costliest disaster in California history.Inc. - 3d -
Elected officials in California facing criticism over wildfire response
At least 10 people are dead and over 300,000 have been ordered or warned to evacuate as wildfires continue to devastate parts of Southern California. Some residents have been quick to blame ...CBS News - 3d -
Los Angeles wildfires: Cardinals provide jets for Rams players, staff, families and pets ahead of relocated wild-card game
The Rams are getting some help from a division rival.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Insurance stocks sell off sharply as potential losses tied to LA wildfires increase
Allstate, Chubb and Travelers are the most exposed carriers to insured losses in the wildfires, according to JPMorgan.CNBC - 4d -
California wildfires send power company Edison International’s stock falling
The company will likely face questions over whether any of its power lines may have contributed to the fires. No officials have made any statements on this issue.MarketWatch - 4d -
Meta joins companies rolling back some DEI policies
McDonald's announced earlier this week that the company would end some initiatives centered on diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI.ABC News - 4d -
California homeowners battle an 'insurance crisis' as wildfires burn out of control
The wind-driven wildfires burning out of control in the Los Angeles area couldn't have emerged at a more perilous moment for California's homeowners, as officials try to rehab what they concede is ...NBC News - 4d -
What to know about California fires insurance claims, cancellations
Los Angeles officials provided an update for residents having to deal with insurance claims after several wildfires swept through Southern California. California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara ...CBS News - 4d -
California official bans insurance cancellations, nonrenewals in wildfire-affected areas
California's insurance commissioner issued a one-year moratorium on policy nonrenewals and cancellations in areas affected by devastating wildfires in and around Los Angeles. “I am using my ...The Hill - 4d -
Questions mount over budget cuts made ahead of L.A.-area wildfires
Los Angeles city leaders are facing mounting questions over whether the city was prepared as the wildfires, including the Palisades Fire, broke out. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is also facing criticism ...CBS News - 4d -
California Wildfires Lay Bare an Insurance Crisis
Even before the latest blazes, California officials warned that an emergency state insurance fund was in trouble, while private insurers dropped coverage.The New York Times - 4d -
L.A. wildfires to cost insurers more than $20 billion. Three companies are likely to foot most of the bill.
Allstate, Chubb and Travelers are likely to be the publicly traded insurance carriers most affected, as they are the most exposed to the California homeowners’ market.MarketWatch - 4d -
Los Angeles mayor faces backlash over wildfires
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass repeatedly dodged questions about her leadership and alleged lack of initial presence during the ongoing wildfires affecting the area.ABC News - 4d -
Uncertainty Over Trump’s EV Policies Clouds 2025 Forecast for Carmakers
Possible tariffs and an end to a $7,500 tax credit are only two factors that could affect automakers’ plans as the new administration assumes power.Inc. - 5d -
Insurers brace for losses of up to $20bn from California wildfires
JPMorgan analysts double estimates as blazes continue to rageFinancial Times - 5d -
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.CBS News - 5d -
Biden cancels trip to Italy to focus on Los Angeles wildfires, Trump blames Newsom for blazes
President Biden has canceled the last planned foreign trip of his presidency so he can focus on the federal response to the Los Angeles wildfires. President-elect Donald Trump, meanwhile, has taken ...CBS News - 5d -
The looming battles over US economic policy thinking
Both Republicans and Democrats are split between populist and oligarchic visionsFinancial Times - 5d -
Biden cancels trip to Italy, meant as final foreign visit, amid California wildfires
President Joe Biden on Wednesday canceled the final overseas trip of his presidency just hours before he was set to depart for Rome and the Vatican, choosing to remain in Washington to monitor the ...ABC News - 5d -
Biden cancels Rome visit with Pope Francis to focus on response to Calif. wildfires
President Joe Biden has canceled a planned trip to Rome to meet with Pope Francis so that he can instead focus on federal response to the rapidly moving wildfires that are tearing through the Los ...NBC News - 5d -
BAFTA Tea Party, key stop in the Oscar race, canceled due to L.A. wildfires
Saturday's event, an annual mainstay of the awards circuit, has been canceled amid the L.A. wildfires, the organization announced Wednesday.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Best Noise-Canceling Headphones (2025): Over-Ears, Wireless Earbuds, Workout Pairs
Tune out (or rock out) with our favorite over-ears and earbuds.Wired - 6d -
Screen Actors Guild Awards cancel live nominations announcement due to wildfires
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations have canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles areaABC News - 6d -
Perry the Donkey, Model for ‘Shrek,’ Dies at 30
As Perry’s health declined, fans rallied behind the animal and his companions living in a Bay Area park.The New York Times - 6d -
McDonald’s Abandons Some DEI Policies, Following Other Big Companies Caving to Pressure Groups
Despite its apparent successes in diversifying the company, McDonald’s joined the growing list of big corporations revising or dropping DEI programs amid conservative attacks.Inc. - Jan. 7 -
MPs call for greater criticism of Israel’s policies over Gaza – UK politics live
Palestinians trapped in a ‘doom loop of hell’, MPs told. At the end of last week Robert Jenrick , the shadow justice secretary and runner-up in last year’s Tory leadership contest, said the child ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Want to land a remote job in 2025? These 20 companies are hiring—some jobs pay over $100,000
FlexJobs saw a 20% increase in the number of remote job listings in 2024 over 2023 — up 9% from the year prior.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Waitangi Day: record crowds expected amid tensions over Māori policy in New Zealand
Event in February that commemorates signing of New Zealand’s founding document expected to draw tens of thousands but PM will not attend. Organisers of New Zealand’s national day commemorating the ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
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Bacon knocks Musk over spending bill claims: 'What he said was not true'
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) criticized Elon Musk on Thursday over false claims he levied against a proposed year-end funding package last month, successfully torpedoing the bill and forcing Congress to ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Trump blasts UK energy policy and ‘windmills’ after company blames windfall tax for less drilling
President-elect Trump is criticizing the United Kingdom’s energy policy and saying it should get rid of windmills after a company blamed the country’s windfall tax for its early exit from drilling ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Meta replaces policy chief Nick Clegg with former Republican staffer Joel Kaplan ahead of Trump inauguration
It's the latest sign of how tech companies are positioning themselves for a new administration in Washington.CNBC - Jan. 2
