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Published on 19:39 GMT

Swiss Re report forecasts $145 billion losses

Swiss Re projects that the costs of climate disasters will reach $145 billion in 2025. The reinsurance giant released these findings in a recent report. It underscores the growing financial impact of extreme weather events and natural disasters. “Climate …

Source: DevX - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Global: Hurricanes and earthquakes could lead to global insured losses of $300bn in a peak year - Swiss Re

Following the long-term annual growth trend of 5-7%, global insured natural catastrophe losses may reach $145bn in 2025, mainly driven by secondary perils like severe thunderstorms, floods and wildfires, says Swiss Re Institute in its latest sigma report. …

Source: Asia Insurance Review - Neutral
Published on 09:54 GMT

Recycling Cowboys: How Russian Scammers Built a Financial Pyramid Out of Trash

A group of Russian fraudsters created two pyramid schemes, called Recyclix and Juicy Fields, swindling victims out of €700 million. They rehearsed their scheme in Poland. At the height of their activity, they were featured in the media and even took photos …

Source: Vsquare - Left-wing
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Roundup: Swiss central bank will not tackle climate change

The Swiss Central Bank said its mandate does not allow it to tackle climate or biodiversity goals, even as its of “great importance for our society”, while a complaint was filed against the EU Commission over its omnibus proposals, the European Banking …

Source: Green Central Banking - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Insured losses from natural disasters to reach $190 billion in 2025, says Swiss Re

The wildfires in Los Angeles at the beginning of the year was a major contributor to the projected figure.PHOTO: AFP ZURICH – Hurricanes, storms, floods and other natural disasters could cause US$145 billion (S$190 billion) in insured losses in 2025, …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Costs for climate disasters to reach $145bn in 2025, says Swiss Re

Hurricanes, storms, floods and other natural disasters may cause $145-billion in insured losses in 2025, nearly 6% up from 2024 and one of the costliest years on record, reinsurance company Swiss Re said in a report on Tuesday. The year's projected …

Source: Engineering News - Neutral
Published on Jun 7, 2023

New York Has World’s Worst Air Pollution as Canada Wildfires Rage

New York was the most polluted major city in the world on Tuesday night, as smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the city in haze, according to the IQAir website. Pollution levels in the city were deemed to be in the “unhealthy” range, and were higher …

Source: Bloomberg - Neutral
Published on Jan 16, 2023

Successful Pilot Shows How Artificial Intelligence Can Fight Wildfires

The logo the World Economic Forum (WEF) on a window at the Congress Center in Davos, Switzerland, on Monday, Jan. 16, 2023. The annual Davos gathering of political leaders, top executives and celebrities runs from January 16 to 20. Photographer: Stefan …

Source: CNBC Africa - Neutral
Published on 11:15 GMT

WISeKey Confirms June Launch of Next-Generation WISeSat Satellite with SpaceX Featuring Encrypted Communications and ...

WISeKey Confirms June Launch of Next-Generation WISeSat Satellite with SpaceX Featuring Encrypted Communications and SEALCOIN Integration Geneva, Switzerland, May 1, 2025 –WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a leading …

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Published on 01:27 GMT

New report outlines drought, pests, disease, 'biggest threats' to Oregon's trees

Drought, insect pests, and tree diseases continue to be the biggest threats to the Oregon’s trees. A new report on the state of health of Oregon’s forests is based on an extensive aerial survey of Oregon’s forests completed last year by the Oregon …

Source: Cannon Beach Gazette - Oregon - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Climate Risk Is Not About Politics, It’s About Economics

(Photo by Ashley Cooper/Corbis via Getty Images)Corbis via Getty Images Conversations about climate change are often drowned in politics or pitched as social responsibility. But in boardrooms and markets, the idea that climate risk is abstract or …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on 00:37 GMT

How Louisiana Advocates Are Continuing to Fight the Trump-Backed LNG Boom

Louisiana advocates and their allies are not giving up in their fight to stop the liquefied natural gas buildout that threatens the health and well-being of Gulf Coast communities—not to mention the stability of the global climate—even as the Trump …

Source: Common Dreams - Left-wing
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Insured Losses Could Hit $145B in 2025, Driven by Rising Claims From Secondary Perils

Global insured losses from natural catastrophes hit US$137 billion in 2024, following the 5%-7% annual growth rate that has been the norm in recent years, according to Swiss Re analysis. If this trend continues, global insured losses will approach US$145 …

Source: Insurance Journal - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2025

US claims there are ‘serious concerns’ over Unrwa as agency says Israel has abused detained staff – as it happened

US official tells ICJ there are 'serious concerns’ over Unrwa impartialityA US official on Wednesday told the international court of justice (ICJ) there were “serious concerns” about the impartiality of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa). …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Drought, beetles and tree disease still biggest threats to Oregon’s forests, latest aerial survey finds

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – A new report on the state of health of Oregon’s forests shows that drought, insect pests and tree diseases continue to be the biggest threats to the state’s trees. The report is based on an extensive aerial survey of Oregon’s forests …

Source: KTVZ - Oregon - Neutral
Published on Apr 30, 2025

2025 Climate Disaster Costs Could Reach $145 Billion Globally: Analysis

A tornado over Rome, Italy on Dec. 9, 2021. Antonio Masiello / Getty Images Why you can trust us Founded in 2005 as an Ohio-based environmental newspaper, EcoWatch is a digital platform dedicated to publishing quality, science-based content on …

Source: EcoWatch - Left-wing
Published on Apr 29, 2025

BIZ BUZZ

NATION Consumer confidence still down Americans' confidence in the economy slumped for the fifth straight month to the lowest level since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic as anxiety over the impact of tariffs takes a heavy toll. The Conference Board …

Source: Newsday - New York - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Insurers may face $145B in catastrophe losses in 2025

(Bloomberg) --Insured losses from natural catastrophes could soar to $145 billion this year — well above the 10-year average — as population growth, urban sprawl and climate change combine to supercharge risks, according to a report by Swiss Re Institute. …

Source: Digital Insurance - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Fact check: Debunking 100 Trump false claims from his first 100 days

(CNN) — President Donald Trump filled his first 100 days back in office with the same relentless lying and inaccuracy that was a hallmark of his first presidency and his 2016 and 2024 presidential campaigns. Some of Trump’s 2025 false claims were about …

Source: Crossroads Today - Texas - Neutral

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 18:41 GMT

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day: PEMCO urges PNW residents to prepare for hot and dry summer

SEATTLE, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While the Pacific Northwest is just beginning to defrost from a wet and cold winter, PEMCO Insurance reminds residents that now is the time to prepare homes and neighborhoods for wildfire season. With Wildfire …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 18:15 GMT

New Music: Carla Tollefsrud Releases Single 'Kite on the Moon'

Minneapolis-based singer Carla Tollefsrud is joined by saxophonist Kebbi Williams of the Tedeschi Trucks Band and drummer Harry Wilkinson of “Wildfire” fame. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minneapolis-based …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Wildfire Ravages South Korea’s Daegu, Prompting Mass Evacuations

(MENAFN) A wildfire that erupted on Monday in Daegu, a southeastern South Korean city, reignited on Wednesday, prompting urgent evacuation warnings for nearby residents and a nationwide mobilization order. The fire, which initially started on Mount Hamji …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Wildfire Reignites in South Korea

(MENAFN) A wildfire that first ignited on Monday in the southeastern city of Daegu, South Korea, rekindled on Wednesday, triggering evacuation warnings for nearby communities and prompting a countrywide emergency response effort. The fire initially erupted …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Wildfire Reignites in South Korea

(MENAFN) A wildfire that first ignited on Monday in the southeastern city of Daegu, South Korea, rekindled on Wednesday, triggering evacuation warnings for nearby communities and prompting a countrywide emergency response effort. The fire initially erupted …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

Wildfire Reignites in South Korea

(MENAFN) A wildfire that first ignited on Monday in the southeastern city of Daegu, South Korea, rekindled on Wednesday, triggering evacuation warnings for nearby communities and prompting a countrywide emergency response effort. The fire initially erupted …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Williams Rebuild Launches to Support Families Recovering from Wildfire Devastation

Dedicated team brings proven experience, expert guidance, and comprehensive Rebuild Playbook to help homeowners navigate recovery LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Williams & Watt Builders, a family-owned …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 23:46 GMT

4 Tips to Prepare for Wildfires

The Eaton wildfire left communities devastated as it tore through Southern California. Wildfires can affect communities and ecosystems across the nation. The widespread impact of these wildfires highlights the urgent need for awareness and preparedness …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 06:09 GMT

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas. The best air duct cleaning in Austin starts here! AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Steam Team, a leading authority …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Companies ...
Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

Improper Documentation Identified as Major Cause of Insurance Claim Delays

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timely approval of insurance claims plays a crucial role in helping individuals and businesses recover from loss events. However, industry reports continue to highlight that …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:40 GMT

Understanding Chemical Reactions Between Smoke Residues and Building Materials

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage from fires can result in much more than visible staining and odor. Chemical reactions between smoke residues and building materials can cause lasting structural damage, …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

Understanding the Long-Term Structural Impact of Extreme Heat Exposure

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prolonged exposure to extreme heat conditions is increasingly recognized as a significant factor in the deterioration of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. As heat …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

ATI Restoration Wins Both 2025 RIA Phoenix Awards for Innovation

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATI Restoration (ATI), one of the largest disaster recovery firms in the nation, has earned top industry recognition by winning both of the Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 15:18 GMT

NIST, Ensemble, Ezassi, and IU RedLab Announce Winners of NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge

DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ensemble Consultancy, Ezassi, and the Indiana University RedLab announced the winners of the final phase of the NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0), sponsored by the U.S. Department …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Kentucky Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance and SBA Disaster Loan at the Same Time After April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In addition to applying for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters in designated Kentucky counties have the option to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration at various stages of their recovery. …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Owen County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Owen County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Carroll County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Carroll County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in McCracken County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in McCracken County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Christian County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center is opening in Christian County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Butler County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Butler County at 1 p.m. April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 21:33 GMT

Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closing permanently Friday, May 2

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in Raleigh County is closing permanently Friday, May 2, 2025, at 6 p.m. The center is located at: Raleigh County Disaster Recovery Center Beckley-Raleigh County Emergency Services 1224 …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 19:44 GMT

Iridium Development Inc. Announces Affordable Home Elevation Solution for Florida’s Flood-Prone Communities

Iridium Development Inc. launches affordable home elevation services to help Florida homeowners rebuild safer, lower insurance costs and increase property value TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iridium Development …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

PFAS are polluting the Arctic, threatening both humans and animals

Toxic chemicals, called PFAS, pose alarming danger to animals and humans in the Arctic, scientists say SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scientists have found that PFAS, nicknamed ‘forever’ …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 02:59 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County To Permanently Close, Help Is Still Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is permanently closing at 7 p.m. April 30. The Disaster Recovery Center in Johnson County is located at: KCTCS Mayo Campus, Auditorium Building C, 508 Third St., Paintsville, KY 41240 …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 23:46 GMT

4 Tips to Prepare for Wildfires

The Eaton wildfire left communities devastated as it tore through Southern California. Wildfires can affect communities and ecosystems across the nation. The widespread impact of these wildfires highlights the urgent need for awareness and preparedness …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Anderson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Anderson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

FEMA Offers Assistance for April Storm Survivors in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the April severe storms in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply. Money provided by FEMA does not have to be repaid. FEMA can …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Mercer County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Mercer County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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