“Just stupid” On January 23, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus sent a memo to staff announcing the cost-cutting measures. Reuters obtained a copy of the memo. “This announcement has made our financial situation more acute,” Tedros wrote, referring to the US withdrawal plans. WHO’s budget mainly comes from dues and voluntary contributions from member states. … Read more
Have you ever stopped to think about what happens when you share your personal information online? In today’s world, it’s easy to hand over your name, email, phone number, and other details without thinking twice. But sharing too much can lead to big problems like identity theft, stolen credit card information, and scams. These issues… … Read more
The landscape of risk is undergoing a dramatic transformation, becoming increasingly complex, frequent, and unpredictable. This new reality demands a fundamental shift in how businesses and insurers approach risk assessment and management, according to a white paper by Majesco on trends shaping insurance in 2025. Insurance operational costs are increasing, growth is limited, and profitability … Read more
What if one of your company’s biggest challenges could become a triumph? That’s exactly what happened with a Washington engineering and fabrication company. Facing escalating workers’ comp costs, they turned what seemed like an overwhelming problem into a meaningful success. Here’s how. The Problem: Escalating Costs » … Read more
Insurers and their customers in Florida may feel some relief with the end of this year’s hurricane season. But restoration from the damage left by Ian and Nicole is just beginning. And so are the questions about how the insurance industry will respond. In this month’s Insurance News Analysis, Abbey Compton and I are joined … Read more