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OSHA Has 6 Inspectors for 60,000 West Virginia Workplaces
When two workers died last month in a violent chemical reaction at Ames Goldsmith Catalyst Refiners near Charleston, federal records showed the facility had previously been cited for safety violations in 2018. But that doesn’t mean inspectors had regularly checked …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 1:26 PM |
New York Issues Cybersecurity Tips for a ‘Heightened Threat Environment’
Citing a need for the financial services industry to be prepared for increased cybersecurity threats, New York’s regulator has issued new guidance. The guidance from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) identifies risk management and compliance efforts …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 1:18 PM |
Judge Refuses to Delay Civil Trial Over Fatal Baltimore Bridge Collapse
A federal judge on Wednesday refused to postpone a trial that is scheduled to start next month for civil claims stemming from the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, rejecting a request for a delay by companies involved …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 11:54 AM |
US P/C Insurers Post Biggest Q1 Underwriting Profit in 25 Years
The U.S. property/casualty insurance industry posted another record in the first quarter of 2026, with a combined ratio of 89.5—before policyholder dividends—standing as the best first-quarter underwriting result in at least 25 years. The insight comes from S&P Global Market …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 11:25 AM |
Vermonters to Vote on Equal Protection Amendment to State Constitution
Vermont voters will have the chance to weigh in on another amendment to the state’s constitution this fall. The proposal, which got a final sign-off from the House last Wednesday, is aimed at ensuring all people are treated equally under …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 11:22 AM |
Ebola Outbreak Likely Started Months Ago, Spread Undetected: WHO
The Ebola outbreak probably started months ago in central Africa and spread undetected until a super-spreader event in early May, possibly a funeral, World Health Organization officials said. The rare Bundibugyo strain circulated for “a couple months” before being identified …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 10:39 AM |
Satellite Images Show Persian Gulf Oil Slicks Growing During War
Ecologists are concerned that the war in the Middle East risks creating an environmental disaster, as satellite images show that the number of oil slicks in the Persian Gulf has increased significantly since the beginning of the conflict in the …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 10:17 AM |
Shell in Top Dutch Court Fight Over Call to Slash Emissions
Shell Plc is facing off with climate activists at the top Dutch court over demands for legally enforceable emissions cuts on Europe’s biggest oil and gas company. The Netherlands branch of Friends of the Earth, Milieudefensie, is try to convince …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 10:05 AM |
Ohio Man Sentenced for Causing $860K in Computer Fraud Losses
A 36-year-old Ohio man has been sentenced for computer fraud after causing more than $860,000 in losses, Acting U.S. Attorney John G.E. Marck announced. Maxwell Schultz, Columbus, Ohio, pleaded guilty Nov. 18, 2025. Senior U.S. District Judge Lee H. Rosenthal …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 9:00 AM |
People Moves; Church Mutual Names Kim as CFO, Promotes Schmeltzer to VP of Underwriting, Religious Markets
Church Mutual announced several leadership appointments to support its continued growth and operational focus. The company announced Daniel Kim has joined the company as senior vice president and chief financial officer, reporting to president and CEO Alan Ogilvie. Kim brings …
POSTED MAY 22, 2026 7:24 AM |
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