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Why the home insurance model is broken

Wildfires ripped through Southern California this month leaving more than 16,000 structures destroyed and insurers facing $40 billion in payouts.

CNBC - 2d

Israel’s Cease-Fire in Gaza Overcomes Snag but Appears Fragile in Lebanon

Israel and Hamas reached a deal to resolve a disagreement over the exchange of a female civilian hostage that had threatened to derail the truce. Lebanon, however, saw the deadliest day since ...

The New York Times - 2d

As Thousands Try to Return Home, Fragile Mideast Cease-Fires Are Tested

Israeli forces killed at least 22 people and injured dozens more in southern Lebanon on Sunday, Lebanese officials said. In Gaza, Israel said Hamas had violated the terms of the truce.

The New York Times - 3d

Mediators aim to shore up fragile ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon

Gazans to be allowed into the northern part of the Palestinian territory on Monday, ahead of the release of more hostages

Financial Times - 3d

Monday Briefing: Fragile Israeli Cease-Fires

Plus, solving an art fraud scheme.

The New York Times - 3d

Hampton faces Towson on home skid

Towson Tigers (4-12, 2-3 CAA) at Hampton Pirates (4-13, 0-6 CAA) Hampton, Virginia; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Hampton plays Towson looking to end its three-game home skid. The Pirates are ...

ABC News - 5d

Why Netanyahu's political future is as fragile as the ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should be flying high

ABC News - 6d

Can you lose your home with a home equity loan?

You could lose your home if you fail to repay your loan, but there are steps to take that can avoid that scenario.

CBS News - Jan. 22

One Family in Gaza Returned Home. But Home Was Gone.

“It took us a few minutes to accept that this pile of rubble was our home,” said Islam Dahliz, whose family was ordered by Israeli forces to evacuate Rafah in May.

The New York Times - Jan. 22

Gazans return home . . . to nothing

Following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, many Palestinians find only sand, twisted metal and shredded concrete where they used to live

Financial Times - Jan. 22

Britain’s situation remains fragile

The government must retain the confidence of its creditors

Financial Times - Jan. 20

Dramatic day ushers in a fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire after 15 months of war

Three Israeli women hostages are released in Gaza, with 90 Palestinians set to be freed from Israeli jails in return.

BBC News - Jan. 20

White House official credits Biden's 'persistence' for Mideast ceasefire deal

White House deputy national security adviser Jon Finer praised President Joe Biden for his effort in securing a ceasefire in an interview Sunday on ABC News' "This Week."

ABC News - Jan. 19

Trump inherits fragile Gaza ceasefire

The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, expected to begin its first phase Sunday, has brought relief to the international community but questions about whether the truce will hold — an issue that ...

The Hill - Jan. 18

Goldman’s Solomon says US economy in a ‘fragile place’

Wall Street bank’s chief expects deregulation under Trump to spur business investment but urges caution

Financial Times - Jan. 14

What an Upended Mideast Means for Trump and U.S. Gulf Allies

While major ruptures are not expected, Gulf states are urging a tougher stance on Israel and a softening toward Iran, positions that differ greatly from the president-elect’s first term.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

In Attendance: Paying Attention in a Fragile World review – visions of mortality abound

Fitzrovia Chapel, London In a former hospital chapel replete with its own stories, works by Paula Rego, Phyllida Barlow and others resonate in their exquisitely contemplative surroundings. The ...

The Guardian - Jan. 12

Lakers' Redick loses home; Kerr: Fires 'surreal'

The Hornets-Lakers game was postponed because of the wildfires in the L.A. area that have claimed over 5,000 structures, including the home of Lakers coach JJ Redick.

ESPN - Jan. 10

L.A. homes reduced to ashes amid fires

Tens of thousands in Los Angeles County are living a nightmare scenario as crews battle some of the worst wildfires the area has seen in years. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports and Mark ...

CBS News - Jan. 9

Residents return to burned homes as LA fires rage on

Families are assessing the damage to their properties and communities as some of the fires are 0% contained.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Fed’s Collins says her concerns about labor-market fragility have decreased

The U.S. labor market remains healthy and the Federal Reserve can take a gradual and patient approach to future rate cuts, Boston Fed President Susan Collins said Thursday.

MarketWatch - Jan. 9

Multiple homes on fire in Studio City

KNBC's Julia Deng reports that multiple homes are on fire on Sunswept Drive in the Studio City area of Los Angeles, with the flames threatening a hillside behind the homes.

NBC News - Jan. 9

NHL postpones Kings' home game due to wildfires

The NHL postponed the Los Angeles Kings' home game against the Calgary Flames on Wednesday with several massive wildfires still burning across the greater Los Angeles area.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Eaton Fire consumes homes in Altadena, Pasadena

The Eaton Fire has burned more than 10,000 acres in northeast Los Angeles County, forcing about 33,000 residents to flee. It has torched homes and burned houses of worship in the communities of ...

CBS News - Jan. 8

Uncontained Fire Threatens Pacific Palisades Homes and Businesses

The blaze tearing through the posh neighborhood nestled above the Pacific Ocean has already consumed over 10 percent of area, and remains out of control.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Hot property: five homes in Veneto

From an apartment in a palazzo overlooking the Grand Canal to a castle in the medieval town of Conegliano

Financial Times - Jan. 8

In Africa, Danger Slithers Through Homes and Fields

Venomous snakes bite millions of people worldwide each year, killing at least 120,000. Many of them are poor people in rural areas of Africa without easy access to treatment.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Tibet earthquake: scores dead and hundreds of homes damaged

Quake damaged buildings in Shigatse and could be felt hundreds of kilometres away in Nepal and the Indian state of Bihar. A strong earthquake has struck near Shigatse, one of Tibet’s holiest ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

In Haiti, Gang Massacres and Journalist Murders Expose the Country’s Fragility

In Haiti, gangs have killed hundreds of people and shot journalists at a news conference, exposing the country’s fragility and the government’s failures.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Oil ends lower as signs of strong demand for Mideast crude fail to feed recent rally

Oil futures settled with a loss on Monday, with hopes for further economic stimulus from China and signs of strong demand for Middle Eastern crude failing to support prices in the wake of a ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Netflix's "The Home Edit" stars on teaching kids to organize

The stars of Netflix's "The Home Edit" are teaching kids to organize with their new book, "The Rainbow Cleanup." Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer share their tips for creating tidy spaces.

CBS News - Jan. 6

What are my rights if my home is flooded or damaged?

Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of storm damage.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Harris shares message ahead of Jan. 6 certification: ‘Our democracy can be fragile’

Vice President Harris on Monday shared a video message before she presides over a joint session of Congress to certify the 2024 presidential election, which she lost to president-elect Trump. In a ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

Anger over changes to school curriculum exposes Syria's fragile unity

Changes announced to Syria's school curriculum have sparked backlash over fears that Ahmed al-Sharaa and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham planned an Islamist future.

NBC News - Jan. 4

The fragile Israel-Hezbollah truce is holding so far, despite violations

A ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has held up for over a month, even as its terms seem unlikely to be met by the agreed-upon deadline

ABC News - Jan. 4