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Insurance and reinsurance broker Aon has announced a new leadership and governance structure for its Reinsurance Solutions business in Germany, effective October 1, 2026. Under the new structure, Phillip Esser has been appointed CEO of Reinsurance Solutions in Germany, based in Hamburg, while Volker Wahl will become Executive Chairman of Reinsurance Solutions. Esser brings extensive…
According to a paper published in JAMA Psychiatry, the types of people who get diagnosed with ADHD or autism have changed in the past decade or so. Compared to people diagnosed with these forms of neurodivergence a decade or more ago, a Danish study found that children and adolescents with ADHD or autism now have…
The 2026 Travelers Risk Index has revealed that while companies are more knowledgeable about cyber threats, more confident, and taking more preventive steps than they were a year ago, vulnerabilities remain, especially as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes embedded in everyday operations. Conducted by Hart Research on behalf of Travelers, the 2026 survey looks at the…
Earl Charles Spencer has issued a public apology to Piers Morgan over what he’s described as an “incorrect assumption” about the divisive broadcaster in his new memoir Swan Song. The brother of the late Princess Diana issued a statement on Tuesday afternoon following the news that Piers intended to take legal action over “bullshit” written…
You might remember the heartbreaking story of Martha Mills, who died aged 13 after developing sepsis following an injury sustained during a bike ride. Martha was admitted to hospital with pancreatic injury as a result of the end of her bike’s handlebar hitting into her stomach. Per the BBC, her family’s concerns over her deterioration…
Jane Drummond has been announced as insurance and reinsurance broking group Aon’s new Global Chief Commercial Officer, taking over from Anne Corona, who was named CEO of North America for Aon earlier this year. Effective January 1, 2027, Drummond will report to Andy Marcell, Deputy CEO and SEVP, Risk Capital and Human Capital, and join…
Canada Life Re has delivered double-digit earnings growth for much of the past decade, with recent expansion driven by strong demand for Capital Solutions, supported by its strategy to remain disciplined, innovative, and client focused, according to CEO, Jeff Poulin. As Canada Life Re continues to originate attractive opportunities through a disciplined approach, Reinsurance News…
Melissa McCarthy has spoken for the first time about her work in the upcoming Netflix drama The Murder Of JonBenét Ramsey. The Oscar nominee takes on the role of JonBenét’s mother Patsy Ramsey in the true crime miniseries, which already looks poised to become one of 2026’s most talked-about shows. During a new interview with…
Marsh, a global professional services firm, has launched Broker WorkBench, an innovative AI-powered platform designed to transform how its London market brokers deliver service to clients. Broker WorkBench is Marsh’s latest AI-powered innovation and places the firm’s comprehensive data and analytics capabilities at the centre of the placement process. The platform was developed by Marsh…
Nuveen-backed TIAA, a provider of retirement plans, insurance, and investment services, has appointed Amy Kessler as President of Seven30 Re, its Bermuda entity and Head of Global Reinsurance, effective 21 September, 2026. In her new role, Kessler will lead TIAA’s Bermuda insurance and reinsurance entities and manage all aspects of its reinsurance business. Her remit…