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American Coastal Insurance Corporation (ACIC), a property and casualty insurance holding company, reported an underlying combined ratio of 68.7% in the second quarter of 2026, compared with 62.2% in the same period a year earlier. The Q2’26 combined ratio comprised a loss ratio of 27.0%, up from 19.8% in Q2’25, and an expense ratio of…
An email blast from President Donald Trump on Wednesday seemingly attempted to guilt his supporters into donating money to him by claiming their “supporter status” had been “cancelled.” The email, which was archived on Politicalemails.org, began with the subject line, “I’ve got a massive headache,” followed by a supposed quote from Trump: “Don’t tell me…
Santam Syndicate 1918, a Lloyd’s syndicate and part of the Santam Group, has announced the appointment of Atang Matebesi as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). In December 2025, Santam Group received final approval from Lloyd’s for Santam Syndicate 1918 to begin underwriting business from 1 January 2026. Matebesi brings a combination of insurance leadership, corporate finance,…
It sounds unserious to everyone else, but coffee drinkers will know that your morning brew really is that serious. A cup of Joe exactly how you like it can mean the difference between a good and a bad start to the day, and that’s everything. While you might suffer through the office machine coffee at…
Heritage Insurance Holdings, a US super-regional property and casualty insurance holding company, has reported improved underwriting performance and higher earnings for the second quarter of 2026, supported by a lower combined ratio, increased underwriting income and higher net investment income. The company reported a net combined ratio of 64.9% for the second quarter, an improvement…
Westfield Specialty, a global specialty insurance carrier, has continued its European growth strategy by expanding its reach into the Nordic region with the appointment of Nicole Victoria Preis as Head of Distribution, Nordics. Preis will report directly to Cornelia Roskau, CEO of Westfield Specialty International (Europe) S.A., with a matrix reporting line to Sarah McNally,…
Updated Aug. 6, 2026, 7:41 p.m. CT After tumultuous final weeks of campaigning, U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn held a lead over rivals U.S. Rep. John Rose and state Rep. Monty Fritts among early voter returns in the Republican primary for Tennessee governor on Aug. 6. As of 7:15 p.m., Blackburn led the Republican field with about…
The moment that Ted Lasso fans have been waiting more than three years for is finally here: the hit sports comedy returns to Apple TV+ with the first episode of season four on Wednesday morning. And whether or not the new season has been worth the wait depends on which critic you ask. Jason Sudeikis…
Days of Our Lives (DOOL) spoilers for Friday, August 7, reveal that Joy Wesley (AlexAnn Hopkins) will suffer a health-related episode while Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) carries out a potential getaway plan. EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) will also leave everyone at Titan frantic thanks to his latest move, so let’s discuss what’s ahead on DOOL….
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