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☆ Mental health workers strike against Kaiser Permanente in Southern California
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-21 | by ( Robert Ilich | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —More than 2,000 unionized mental health workers in Southern California went on strike against Kaiser Permanente on Monday after the two sides failed to reach a new labor agreement. The National Union of Healthcare Workers (NUHW) — which represents 19,000 healthcare workers in California and Hawaii, including 4,700 mental health workers — picketed outside Kaiser facilities in Los Angeles, San Diego, Anaheim and Fontana, seeking an increase in salaries, restoration of pensions and increased staffing. Union members on strike in Southern California have said their demands are line in with what Kaiser has provided to the majority of its workforce. Kaiser, one of the nation’s largest non-profit healthcare providers, is required by law to provide mental health services to its members even with the workers on strike. A survey in 2022 from CNN in partnership with the Kaiser Family Foundation showed that nine out of 10 US adults believe the country has a mental health crisis.

Persons: Kaiser, ” Josh Garcia, — Organizations: CNN, Kaiser Permanente, National Union of Healthcare Workers, Fontana, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Kaiser Family Foundation Locations: Southern California, California, Hawaii, Kaiser, Los Angeles, San Diego, Anaheim, Northern California

☆ You need over $100,000 a year to retire comfortably in 3 U.S. states—none are New York
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-19 | by ( Mike Winters | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

In three U.S. states, you'd need to spend six figures a year to live comfortably in retirement — far more than in most others, according to a recent GOBankingRates analysis. In contrast, retirees in West Virginia need just $58,190 a year — the lowest of any state. Over a 30-year retirement, the difference in savings needed between Hawaii and West Virginia would be over $1.25 million. A 20% cash buffer was added to this total to ensure retirees could live "comfortably," according to the study. Here's a breakdown of the three states where living comfortably will cost more than six figures, per GOBankingRates' calculations:

Organizations: of Labor Statistics Locations: Hawaii , California, Massachusetts, Hawaii, West Virginia

☆ Teen kayaker rescued after spending 12 hours treading water and clinging to his kayak
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Minyvonne Burke | Minyvonne Burke Is A Senior Breaking News Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

A 17-year-old kayaker spent nearly 12 hours treading water and clinging to his kayak Wednesday after becoming separated from his high school paddling group, the U.S. Coast Guard said. The U.S. Coast Guard Hawaii Pacific, working with the Honolulu Fire Department and other agencies, rescued the teen Thursday morning. He was separated from the group around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, the Coast Guard said in a statement on Facebook. Video released by the Coast Guard showed the moment boaters pulled the boy from the water. The teen, who has not been named, was in serious but stable condition, the Coast Guard said.

Persons: kayaker, Cmdr, Nic Iannarone, we’ve, Iannarone, texted Organizations: U.S . Coast Guard, U.S . Coast Guard Hawaii Pacific, Honolulu Fire Department, Coast Guard, Facebook, U.S . Coast Guard Sector, Sector Honolulu watchstanders, Dolphin, HC, Coast Guard Air, Coast Guard Station Locations: U.S, Sheraton Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, U.S . Coast Guard Sector Honolulu, Coast Guard Station Honolulu

☆ Former US Army soldier Sung Anh is now a Michelin-starred chef in South Korea and a Netflix ‘Culinary Class Wars’ judge
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Alkira Reinfrank | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

It’s this passion and unwavering drive to forge his own path that’s helped reshape fine dining in his birth home. Chef Sung Anh with his brother in the US Army (left) and with family in California (right). Mosu SeoulIn 2017, chef Sung opened Mosu Seoul in the heart of one of the world’s fastest-growing fine dining scenes. CNNAs recognition grows for South Korean food, chef Sung takes things further at Mosu Seoul, celebrating more than just local ingredients. “Chef Sung gives life and character to each dish I make, which I find very respectable.

Persons: Sung, ”, “, Sung Anh, …, Saddam Hussein, Mosu, “ I’ve, They’ve, Jong, Sangwoo Kim, Chef Sung, Paik Jong, Mosu —, ” Sung, Chung, Ceramicist Yoon Sol, Yoon Organizations: CNN, Michelin, Netflix, US Army, Korean, US, Porsche, West, Mosu, Acorn, Chefs, Mosu Seoul Locations: Iraq, Korea, American, Seoul, South, San Diego , California, US West Coast, South Korea, California, Vietnam, Baghdad, Dakota , Idaho, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, San Francisco, Mosu Seoul, Mosu, Hong Kong, —, Komah, Sao Paulo, New York, Korean, Gangnam, Asia

☆ Say goodbye to deductibles. This health plan is simplifying health care costs and coverage.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Sponsor Post | Sponsored Unitedhealthcare | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

It's a modern employer-sponsored health plan designed to help simplify the process of choosing where to receive care by offering members the information they need upfront, enabling them to comparison shop for care. What's different with the Surest health plan? The result, according to a recent study, is that Surest members pay 54% less out of pocket compared to those in traditional plans. "The Surest health plan addresses many of the obstacles that consumers face, including by eliminating complicated math with clear, upfront cost and coverage details," Richards said. People who've tried the Surest plan usually like itConsumers cite ease of use, price clarity, and cost savings as some of the top advantages.

Persons: Surest, Alison Richards, " Richards, coinsurance, Aon, Dan Kueter, who've, It's Organizations: Employers, Insider Studios Locations: It's, Surest, Hawaii

☆ Watchdog finds significant issues with US Army’s boat fleet
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Haley Britzky | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

“Army officials stated that these low mission capable rates, along with the smaller size of the watercraft fleet after divestment, hinder operational readiness and the ability to meet mission requirement,” the report said. After the temporary pier mission ended — the pier was only operational for roughly 20 days in total with a cost of $230 million — the military requested civilian contractor support in bringing the Army’s vessels back to the US. The US military said four of its vessels, supporting a temporary pier built to deliver aid to Gaza by sea, had run aground in heavy seas. The GAO report also said the Army is considering leasing civilian watercraft to bolster its existing fleet and moving all of its watercraft to the Pacific. Ultimately, the Army watercraft is “how the ground force, the Army, gets to war,” Butler said.

Persons: “, ”, Cynthia Smith, Smith, ” Col, Dave Butler, Randy George, ” Butler, Oren Ziv, Army “, Christine Wormuth, Wormuth, Butler Organizations: CNN, US Army, “ Army, Army, Getty, GAO, Army Futures Command, US Army Pacific, Pacific Command Locations: Gaza, Pacific, Ashdod, Japan, Hawaii

☆ These are the biggest challenges facing the US Army in the Pacific, according to a general readying for the next war
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-18 | by ( Chris Panella | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The US Army has been wargaming in the Indo-Pacific, preparing for what a future war might look like. "It is really hard to replicate that other than just training here in the region," Evans said. JPMRC allows the Army to test its combat readiness in the tropical, archipelago environments of the Pacific. Evans explained that nighttime operations remain a top priority for the Army, and JPMRC allows soldiers the opportunity to develop that "perishable skill." Mysti Bicoy"Sustainment is one of the things that we are focusing on in this training because of the disparate nature of the region," Evans explained.

Persons: —, Marcus Evans, Mariah Aguilar, wargamed, Evans, JPMRC, Tiffany Banks, USARPAC's, Charles Flynn, John Pershing, Sgt, Mysti, we're Organizations: US Army, Service, Army, US, 25th Infantry Division, U.S, Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness, Troops, Pacific . U.S, Staff, 11th Airborne, sustainment, Pacific, . Air National Guard Locations: Hawaii, Pacific, China, Alaska, Japan, Philippines, Ukraine

State polling misses in presidential elections with Trump Polls underestimated Democrat Republican 2020 D+10 D+5 Even R+5 R+10 Iowa Result Poll avg. State polling misses in presidential elections Polls underestimated Democrat Republican 2012 D+10 D+5 Even R+5 R+10 S.C. One theory, presented by a report evaluating 2020 polls, is that Trump supporters were less likely to respond to surveys. Past polling misses in presidential elections for battleground states Years in bold indicate those in which the polling leader lost in that state. D+15 D+10 D+5 Even R+5 R+10 R+15 Note: Averages not available for some states in some years.

Persons: it’s, Donald J, Hillary Clinton, Joseph R, Biden, pollsters, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Trump, Mr, Clinton, Obama, Mitt Romney, John McCain, George W, Bush, John Kerry, Al Gore, ”, Chris Jackson, Kamala Harris, Trump’s, “, Berwood Yost, we’ve Organizations: Republican, Mr, Trump Polls, Ohio Texas, Iowa Ohio, Electoral, N.H . Iowa Nev, Nev . Ohio N.M, Nev . Ohio N.M . Iowa Wis, ., . Ohio Mo, Democratic, Ipsos, Biden, Pew Research, Wisconsin Polling, Michigan Polling, Nevada Polling, Carolina Polling, Arizona Polling, Georgia Polling, Franklin & Marshall, Poll of Pennsylvania Locations: Ohio Texas Fla, N.C ., Ariz . Wis, Pa, Nev . Mich . Wisconsin, N.C, Ariz . Fla, Wis, Pa . Mich, N.H, Minn, Nev, Colo, Fla . Ohio Va, N.H . Iowa, Mich, South Carolina, Mont, Mo, Ind, Indiana, Fla, Nev . Ohio, Nev . Ohio N.M . Iowa, Ore, Hawaii, . Ohio, N.H . Fla, Iowa Minn, Wash, Ill, Florida, pollsters, State, Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Carolina, Arizona, Georgia

☆ I took my mom to Hawaii's Kona Village resort for $1,765 a night — our stay was almost perfect
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( David Morris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

My mom and I stayed at Rosewood's Kona Village resort on Hawaii's Big Island for $1,765 a night. Some highlights of our stay included our ocean-view room and access to a black-sand beach. The resort's spa treatments seemed overpriced and some meals were just OK, but our stay was great. On my most recent trip, I stayed at Kona Village. AdvertisementThis was absolutely a splurge: We paid $1,765 per night, which included credits for breakfast each day and tax.

Persons: —, it's, We've, I'm Organizations: Service Locations: Kona, Hawaii, —, Maui, Lanai, Rosewood

☆ In tropical jungles, US Army soldiers are training to own the night in a Pacific war
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Chris Panella | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

US Army soldiers are training to operate at night in the challenging jungle environment of the Pacific. During a recent war game, soldiers engaged in a long-range maritime air assault to seize an airfield at night. US Army Pacific held its large-scale annual Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center training rotation in Hawaii earlier this month. During this year's JPMRC rotation in Hawaii, soldiers executed a long-range maritime air assault involving around 300 soldiers traveling to seize an airfield 200 miles away in the middle of the night. Tiffany BanksBut night operations, Evans said, are a "perishable skill," meaning if troops don't continue to test it, they'll lose it.

Persons: —, USARPAC, Marcus Evans, Evans, JPMRC, Tiffany Banks, Sgt Organizations: Army, Service, US Army, US Army Pacific, Pacific Multinational Readiness Center, U.S, US, 25th Infantry Division, U.S . Army, Staff, U.S . Air National Guard, JPMRC, Pentagon Locations: Hawaii, Alaska, Philippines, Ukraine, JPMRC, China

☆ The Ukraine war is showing US soldiers they need to be hard to find in the electromagnetic spectrum in a high-end fight
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Chris Panella | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Troops focused on how to be "small and undetectable" in the electromagnetic spectrum, a commander said. The Ukraine war has demonstrated the challenges of remaining hidden from enemy sensors and electronic warfare. It is also grappling with the expanding sensor threat and the realization that individual soldier, vehicle, and device emissions can be detected in the electromagnetic spectrum. AdvertisementRemaining hidden in the electromagnetic spectrum is a challenge, though, and completely invisible isn't an option. AdvertisementMuch of the Army's recent focus on electronic warfare and the electromagnetic spectrum has come from closely observing the war in Ukraine.

Persons: —, USARPAC, Marcus Evans, Mariah Aguilar, Mark Milley, Ed Barker, Col, Josh Koslov, Evans, Bertoch Evans, Doug Bush Organizations: US Army, Troops, Service, Army, Multinational Readiness Center, 25th Infantry Division, U.S, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, US Air Force, 350th Spectrum Warfare, Pentagon Locations: Hawaii, Ukraine, Alaska, warfighting

“Who the hell wants to hear questions?” Trump said at the event where the entire point was to take audience questions. It’s bizarre and raises more and more concerns for voters," said a Harris campaign adviser who also previously worked for President Joe Biden. “President Trump has more energy and more stamina than anyone in politics, and is the smartest leader this country has ever seen,” the statement read. Once it was clear that Trump wanted to listen to music, campaign staff behind the scenes started to scramble to accommodate the request. The town hall led to Trump being late for a tele-rally with Pennsylvania Republican Senate candidate Dave McCormick.

Persons: Donald Trump’s, Trump, Kamala Harris, “, ” Trump, Kristi Noem, ”, rallygoer, Jay Bauer, Janice Bauer, Harris, Joe Biden, ” Harris, Sen, Brian Schatz, ” Schatz, Biden, Steven Cheung, “ Nobody, Cheung, ” Cheung, Dave McCormick, let’s, Cecilia Harkness Organizations: Trump, South Dakota Gov, NBC, Voters, Spotify, NBC News, Pennsylvania Republican Locations: Oaks , Pennsylvania, Maria, Montgomery County, “, Pennsylvania, America, Hawaii

☆ 15 U.S. states where you can retire comfortably on less than $65,000 a year
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Mike Winters | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

That's because the annual cost of living can vary by over $71,000 between U.S. states, according to a recent GOBankingRates analysis. Hawaii has the highest average retirement expenses, with an estimated $129,296 a year needed to retire comfortably. In states where housing is in short supply — like Hawaii, California, Massachusetts — the annual cost of retirement exceeds six figures. That said, there are 20 states where you can still retire on or under $65,000. Below is a list of states where annual retirement expenses are $65,000 or less, in alphabetical order.

Persons: you'll Organizations: Labor Statistics Locations: Hawaii, West Virginia, Hawaii , California , Massachusetts

☆ Wealthy jet setters are flocking to these unexpected countries, travel agents say
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Wealthy travelers are vacationing at a mix of traditional and emerging destinations. The Asian countries wealthy travelers are increasingly visitingLuxury travel companies are expecting more travelers to visit Thailand following the premiere of "The White Lotus" season three, shot at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. Ken SeetAccording to Virtuoso, bookings for summer trips to Thailand were up 95% from 2023 to 2024. According to Virtuoso, summer bookings for the central European country were up 24%. More wealthy travelers are heading to Porto, Portugal proslgn/ShutterstockOr, for a greener, chillier getaway, head to the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Persons: —, What's, Ken Seet, Belles, Peter Zelei, Melissa Krueger, Quintessentially, Kelly Grumbach, Brian Kennedy, George Rose, Lucia, Virtuoso, Jim Krane, Barthélemy, Barts, Hurricane Irma, Grumbach, Saint Barthélemy, Holger Leue, Aman Organizations: Service, globetrotters, Eiffel, Belles, Ireland, Banff National Park, St, AP Locations: Rome, Paris, Thailand, Slovenia, United Kingdom, London, France, China, Canada, New York, Europe, Japan, Khao Villas Phuket, Maui, Hawaii, Taormina, Italy, Florence, Tuscany, Portugal, Lisbon, Porto, Ireland, Scotland, Banff, Lake Louise, Columbia, Dominican Republic, Hurricane, Saint, Caribbean, Anguilla

☆ How did FEMA spend $9 billion so quickly? Back-to-back disasters
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Ella Nilsen | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

This rapid spend rate is a reflection of just how many earlier disasters the agency is dealing with in addition to Milton and Helene. Here’s what to know:How did FEMA spend $9 billion so quickly? That gave FEMA about $20 billion worth of funding to tap into as it responded to Helene and Milton. “In August, we had paused obligations for recovery projects for all of those other open disasters,” Criswell told reporters. Last year, the US had a record 23 disasters costing at least $1 billion by September – with 28 such disasters in the calendar year, the most ever recorded.

Persons: Helene, Milton –, Deanne Criswell, Milton, Criswell, Dominick Del Vecchio, “, ” Criswell, Hurricane Helene, Adam Smith, Hurricane Beryl, Greenlee Beal, NOAA’s Smith, isn’t, It’s, Smith, ” Smith, ” CNN’s Lauren Fox Organizations: Washington CNN, Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA, Disaster Relief Fund, Rescue, Task Force, Nevada Task Force, Reuters, Hurricane, NOAA, CNN, “ Locations: Milton, Nevada, Maui, Lahaina , Hawaii, Texas , California, New Mexico, Hurricane Milton, ”, California, Texas, New England, Dallas, Galveston , Texas, United States

44 health care workers saw multiple cases of preteen children who had been shot in the head or chest in Gaza. 2 did not Merril Tydings Flight, emergency and critical care nurse, 44 years old, Santa Fe, N.M. “ These people were starving. ” Abeerah Muhammad Emergency and critical care nurse, 33 years old, Dallas, Texas “ Everyone we met showed us pictures of themselves before October. ” Merril Tydings Flight, emergency and critical care nurse, 44 years old, Santa Fe, N.M. “ It is very simple. ” 53 health care workers saw many children suffering from easily preventable infections, some of whom died from them.

Persons: Gaza Daniel Benneworth, Gray, I’ve, ”, Mimi Syed, Khan Younis, “, ” Dr, Mohamad Rassoul Abu, bariatric, Nina Ng, Dr, Mark Perlmutter, Mount, Irfan Galaria, Khawaja Ikram, Israel, Ahlia Kattan, Ndal Farah Anesthesiologist, ” Asma Taha, Nahreen Ahmed, Aman Odeh, Mike Mallah, Deborah Weidner, Tanya Haj, Hassan, ’, Laura Swoboda, Feroze, couldn’t, Mohammed Al, Adam Hamawy, Talal Ali Khan Nephrologist, Arham Ali, Loma, Newborn, ” Monica Johnston Burn, ” Brenda Maldonado, Ayman Abdul, Ghani, Ammar Ghanem, Mohamad Abdelfattah, ventilators, ” Laura Swoboda, Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s, Harris, ProPublica, Peter Beinart, Kamala Harris, Ms, it’s Organizations: Nurses, Gaza’s Ministry of Health, West Bank, Mark Perlmutter Orthopedic, “, United, Rights, Oxfam, United States, Israeli Defense Ministry, Committee, UNICEF, Gaza, Hamas, Biden, U.S Locations: Gaza, Ukraine, Haiti, Flint, Mich, Israel, Pittsburgh, Pa, New York City, N.Y, N.C, Chantilly, Va, “, Savannah, Ga, Dallas , Texas, Costa Mesa, Calif, Toledo , Ohio, Santa Fe, Portland, Philadelphia, Austin , Texas, Charleston, S.C, Hartford, Conn, Olympia, Wash, Mequon, Wis, Lathrop, Ohio, South Brunswick, N.J, Oklahoma City, Okla, Loma Linda, Vancouver, Honolulu, Hawaii, Detroit, Tustin, United States, U.S, Al, Lebanese

☆ Lisa Marie Presley kept her son Benjamin's body on dry ice in her home for 2 months after he died, according to her posthumous memoir
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Lisa Marie Presley's posthumous memoir reveals that she kept her son's body on dry ice after his death. AdvertisementLisa Marie Presley opened up about how she coped with the death of her son, Benjamin Keough, in her newly released posthumous memoir. Presley wrote that she "found a very empathic funeral home owner" who accommodated her request. Lisa Marie Presley in June 2022. In an essay published by People magazine in August 2022, months before her death, Presley said that she blamed herself "every single day" for Benjamin's death.

Persons: Lisa Marie Presley's, Benjamin Keough, —, Lisa Marie Presley, Presley, cowritten, Riley Keough, Riley, Ben Ben, Elvis, Gladys —, Elvis Presley, Gladys Presley, Lisa Marie, Navarone Garibaldi, CHRIS DELMAS, Benjamin, Jon Kopaloff, wouldn't, Finley Aaron Love, Harper Vivienne Anne, I'm, Ben, Presley's Organizations: Service, Getty, People Locations: Graceland, Hawaii, Malibu, Elvis

☆ The 5 states with the longest life expectancies, and the 5 with the shortest
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Mykenna Maniece | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

A new study suggests human life expectancy is plateauing. In 2022, life expectancy in the US was 77.5 years, but values vary across states. Hawaii has the longest life expectancy, while Mississippi has the shortest. On Monday, Nature Aging published an analysis suggesting human life expectancy is plateauing after decades of progress. AdvertisementUsing the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics 2021 report — the most recent CDC state data available — here are the five states with the longest life expectancies and the five states with the shortest.

Persons: —, Jay Olshansky, Hilary Brueck, We've, expectancies Organizations: Service, Aging, University of Illinois, CDC's National Center for Health Statistics, National Center for Health Locations: Hawaii, Mississippi, Chicago

☆ Luxury hotel is looking for ‘CEO’ to take $15,000 trip around the world: How to apply
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

A luxe hotel chain is looking to give away the vacation of a lifetime. Ramada by Wyndham has launched a contest to find someone who will travel the world visiting its locations and documenting the trip for social media. The CEO will capture content and write blog posts that the brand will showcase on its social channels. Ramada is looking for applicants with strong writing skills who are foodies and love to travel. Plus, sign up for CNBC Make It's newsletter to get tips and tricks for success at work, with money and in life.

Organizations: Ramada, Wyndham, CNBC Locations: Ramada, Seoul, South Korea, Belfast, Ireland, Dubai, UAE, Sao Paolo, Brazil, Honolulu, Hawaii, Canada

☆ After over 50 cruises, I no longer book sailings to the Bahamas or the rest of the Caribbean. Here's what I choose instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Amanda Adler | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I've loved the Caribbean but I'm more interested in other ports now that I've been on 50+ cruises. Although I still love these ports, they've lost their appeal to me now that I've been on more than 50 cruises. Sailing through the Norwegian fjords is one of my favorite cruise experiences to date — the breathtaking views surrounds the ship in all directions, offering endless photo opportunities. So, no matter the itinerary, I now tend to book lengthier sailings — ideally ones longer than a week. Amanda AdlerAlthough I've secured great pricing on international cruises, I'm often looking to sail closer to home in the US.

Persons: I've, —, — it's, they've, it's, Amanda Adler, we've Organizations: North, Service, Acadia Locations: Bahamas, Scandinavia, Caribbean, Europe, Iceland, Norway, Central Europe, New England, Boston, Canada, West Coast, Catalina, Hawaii

Covered by homeowners insurance: Not covered by homeowners insurance: FireWaterTheftVandalismHail , wind, lightning*, wind, lightning* Damage by a falling tree Maintenance and repairFloodEarthquake* Standard homeowners insurance covers hail damage, but there may be an exclusion if you live somewhere that gets a lot of it. Contact Information for Major Homeowners Insurance ProvidersState FarmClaims Phone Number: 800-732-5246Website: www.statefarm.comAllstateClaims Phone Number: 800-255-7828Website: www.allstate.comGEICOClaims Phone Number: 800-841-3000Website: www.geico.comUSAAClaims Phone Number: 800-531-8722Website: www.usaa.comLiberty MutualClaims Phone Number: 800-225-2467Website: www.libertymutual.comTips for a Smooth Homeowners Insurance Claim ProcessThough most homeowners insurance companies make it pretty easy to file a claim, the process can still be intimidating if you've never been through it before. Homeowners insurance claim FAQWhat should I do immediately after damage occurs? If your home insurance claim is denied, contact your insurance company to find out why, then file an appeal. She’s reviewed life insurance and pet insurance companies and has written numerous explainers on travel insurance, credit, debt, and home insurance.

Persons: Steve Wilson, you've, you'll, haven't, Jamela Adam, Read, Asis Alani Asis, Forbes, She’s Organizations: Hippo Insurance, Insurance, Major Homeowners Insurance, Allstate, Liberty, Smooth Homeowners, Records, All Communications, National Association of Public Insurance, National Association of Independent Insurance, Chevron, Forbes, . News, Mint Intuit, Asis, Business, AARP, CNN, Fortune, U.S . News, Finance, University of Hawaii Locations: U.S, Manoa

☆ Fed cuts could turn the tide for commercial real estate. Where to find opportunity
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Federal Reserve interest rate cuts may help turn the tide for commercial real estate. "Lower interest rates are not a magic bullet, but less restrictive monetary policy lays the groundwork for a commercial real estate recovery," wrote senior economist Charlie Dougherty. "Decreased long-term interest rates appear to be easing upward pressure on cap rates and slowing declines in property valuations. "That said, reduced interest rates should prevent distress from spreading and shorten the hurdles coming down the road," he added. Gimple specifically likes single-asset, single-borrower CMBS and commercial real estate collateralized loan obligations.

Persons: Wells Fargo, Charlie Dougherty, Dougherty, Douglas Gimple, Gimple, It's, that's Organizations: Treasury, Companies, Fed Locations: Central, Diamond, Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Hawaii

☆ Rolls-Royce opens VIP showroom in NYC to cater to its top-tier clients. Take a look inside
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Robert Frank | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

watch nowRolls-Royce has opened its first U.S. "Private Office," a secret VIP design studio for ultra-wealthy clients who want highly personalized cars. While Rolls-Royce customers have been customizing their rides for decades, the Private Office brings the concept of a personalized Rolls to a whole new level. Courtesy: Rolls-RoyceThe New York Private Office is the company's third worldwide, following Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which opened in 2022, and Shanghai in 2023. Since Koa wood is protected in Hawaii, only dead or naturally fallen Koa trees can be harvested. Interior of the custom Rolls-Royce Koa Phantom.

Persons: Royce, Chris Brownridge, Brownridge Organizations: Royce, Ferrari, BMW, Office, CNBC, Private Office, Royce The New York Private, United Arab Emirates Locations: Meatpacking, British, Dubai, United Arab, Shanghai, Seoul, Korea, Goodwood, U.K, Hawaii

More than 90% of travelers from Southeast Asia say that gun prevalence in the United States influences whether they will visit, according to a new survey. However, nearly 80% said the likelihood that they would attend a mass gathering — such as a concert or music festival — would be greatly or moderately affected by the number of guns in the United States. Half of those surveyed said they have been to the United States. But a prior visit didn't calm Singaporeans' worries about gun violence to the same extent as other nationalities. Another 5% said they will out-and-out refuse to visit if Trump wins, with 2% saying the same about a Harris win.

Persons: Antarika Sen, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Harris, Scott Olson, it's Organizations: CNBC Travel, Insight, U.S, Trump, Getty Locations: Southeast Asia, United States, Hawaii, Texas, New York , California, Florida , Nevada , Arizona, Washington, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, U.S, Flint , Michigan

The specific cruise ship you go on — and the room you're in — can determine what kind of time you have. Research your shipWhen you cruise, the ship is your hotel, your mode of transportation, your restaurants, and oftentimes, it provides professional entertainment, too. Your cruise ship isn't merely a way to get from point A to point B. If you can, avoid a noisy cabin right under the pool or on a deck right above or below the theater." Most cruise drink packages don't begin until you leave ports of call, so you can usually only get included drinks while you're sailing.

Persons: —, I've, Judy Schwartz, Schwartz, lounging, You'll, she's Organizations: Service, U.S, Royal Locations: —, Hawaii, Alaska, Scotland, Ireland, Norwegian, Bahamas, Labadee, Haiti, Royal Caribbean, France, Tallinn, Estonia

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