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Sure, Christmas is about giving – but it’s also about stuffing your face with just about everything in sight. If we’re being honest with ourselves, the best part of the holidays is the endless festive treats: mince pies, boxes of chocolates, Christmas dinner, and all the trimmings. If you’re looking for yet another reason to…
Kaya Scodelario has admitted she has mixed feelings at the thought of her character in The Gentlemen ending up with Theo James’ Eddie. The former Skins star recently reprised her role as Susie in Guy Ritchie’s hit Netflix crime drama, which returned for its long-awaited second season earlier this month. She was once again paired…
Allianz Commercial, the corporate insurance division of Allianz Group, has appointed Stephen Morton as its new Global Head of Captive Fronting and Captive Solutions, effective March 1, 2027, succeeding Brian McNamara, who will retire at the end of September. In his new position, Morton will be reporting directly to Lara Martiner, Global Head of Alternative…
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…