Monday, May 11, 2026

California County Suing Meta Over Scam Ads

California’s Santa Clara County has sued Meta Platforms, alleging it has profited from Facebook and Instagram ads promoting scams in violation of California’s false advertising and unfair business practices laws. The lawsuit – filed Monday in Santa Clara County Superior …


California County Suing Meta Over Scam Ads
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 15:41:57 +0000
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Monday, May 11, 2026

Shein Accuses Temu of ‘Industrial Scale’ Copyright Breaches in UK Legal Battle

Online fast-fashion platform Shein accused Temu of copyright infringement “on an industrial scale,” while Temu countered that Shein is using litigation to stifle competition, as a trial opened at London’s High Court on Monday. The case is part of a …


Shein Accuses Temu of ‘Industrial Scale’ Copyright Breaches in UK Legal Battle
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Description: Online fast-fashion platform Shein accused Temu of copyright infringement “on an industrial scale,” while Temu countered that Shein is using litigation to stifle competition, as a trial opened at London’s High Court on Monday. The case is part of a …
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 15:40:51 +0000
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Monday, May 11, 2026

Hackers Pushing Innovation in AI-Enabled Hacking Operations, Google Says

Hackers from a prominent cybercrime group used artificial intelligence to uncover a previously unknown software flaw and an exploit to take advantage of it for the first time, Alphabet’s Google said on Monday. The planned attack targeted a widely used …


Hackers Pushing Innovation in AI-Enabled Hacking Operations, Google Says
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Description: Hackers from a prominent cybercrime group used artificial intelligence to uncover a previously unknown software flaw and an exploit to take advantage of it for the first time, Alphabet’s Google said on Monday. The planned attack targeted a widely used …
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Category: National News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 15:33:14 +0000
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Monday, May 11, 2026

Willis’ Haitsch: Insurance Industry Swiftly Adjusts to the Data Center Boom

The insurance market is “scaling along with the opportunity” presented by a massive boom in data centers to meet the power demands of artificial intelligence, said George Haitsch, North American tech, media, and telecommunication leader at broker Willis. Speaking at …


Willis’ Haitsch: Insurance Industry Swiftly Adjusts to the Data Center Boom
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Description: The insurance market is “scaling along with the opportunity” presented by a massive boom in data centers to meet the power demands of artificial intelligence, said George Haitsch, North American tech, media, and telecommunication leader at broker Willis. Speaking at …
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Category: National News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 15:14:28 +0000
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Appeals Court Delivers Split Ruling on Michigan’s Renewable Energy Regulations

A state appeals panel last week upheld the bulk of Michigan’s regulations limiting local control over renewable energy projects, while rejecting narrow aspects that critics had decried as regulatory overreach. The three-judge Michigan Court of Appeals panel ruled that state …


Appeals Court Delivers Split Ruling on Michigan’s Renewable Energy Regulations
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Description: A state appeals panel last week upheld the bulk of Michigan’s regulations limiting local control over renewable energy projects, while rejecting narrow aspects that critics had decried as regulatory overreach. The three-judge Michigan Court of Appeals panel ruled that state …
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Category: Midwest News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 14:07:56 +0000
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Boat Explodes Near Miami, Injuring a Dozen People

About a dozen people were taken to hospitals with injuries Saturday after a boat explosion near Miami, the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue agency said. The charter boat was in Biscayne Bay, near Haulover Sandbar, when the blast erupted on board, according …


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Description: About a dozen people were taken to hospitals with injuries Saturday after a boat explosion near Miami, the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue agency said. The charter boat was in Biscayne Bay, near Haulover Sandbar, when the blast erupted on board, according …
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Category: Southeast News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 13:32:49 +0000
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GM to pay $12.75 Million to Settle California Driver Privacy Probe

GM has agreed to pay $12.75 million to resolve a California investigation into allegations that the Detroit automaker illegally sold two data brokers detailed information about the driving habits of hundreds of thousands of Californians, state Attorney General Rob Bonta …


GM to pay $12.75 Million to Settle California Driver Privacy Probe
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Description: GM has agreed to pay $12.75 million to resolve a California investigation into allegations that the Detroit automaker illegally sold two data brokers detailed information about the driving habits of hundreds of thousands of Californians, state Attorney General Rob Bonta …
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Category: West News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 12:58:48 +0000
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Update: Trump Dismisses Iran’s Offer, Oil Rises as Hormuz Closure Persists

President Donald Trump said on Monday that a ceasefire with Iran was “on life support” after he rejected Tehran’s response to a U.S. peace proposal, fueling concerns of a resumption of hostilities in the 10-week-old conflict that has killed thousands …


Update: Trump Dismisses Iran’s Offer, Oil Rises as Hormuz Closure Persists
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Description: President Donald Trump said on Monday that a ceasefire with Iran was “on life support” after he rejected Tehran’s response to a U.S. peace proposal, fueling concerns of a resumption of hostilities in the 10-week-old conflict that has killed thousands …
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Category: International & Reinsurance News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 12:45:26 +0000
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TikTok Must Face Massachusetts Lawsuit Alleging It Harms Young Users

A Massachusetts trial court judge has denied TikTok’s bid to dismiss the lawsuit against it by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts alleging that its popular social media video sharing site is intentionally designed to be addictive and harmful to young users …


TikTok Must Face Massachusetts Lawsuit Alleging It Harms Young Users
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 12:23:43 +0000
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Hedge Funds Make Their Move as Litigation Finance Assets Slump

A losing streak in litigation finance is attracting hedge funds and other alternative investment managers looking to invest in legal claims at distressed valuations, according to people familiar with the matter. Firms working in distressed-debt special situations including Davidson Kempner …


Hedge Funds Make Their Move as Litigation Finance Assets Slump
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Description: A losing streak in litigation finance is attracting hedge funds and other alternative investment managers looking to invest in legal claims at distressed valuations, according to people familiar with the matter. Firms working in distressed-debt special situations including Davidson Kempner …
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Category: International & Reinsurance News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 08:10:26 +0000
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Monday, May 11, 2026

Seoul Condemns Strike on Vessel in Strait of Hormuz as Probe Continues

South Korea strongly condemned what it described as an attack on a civilian cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz after a government investigation found the ship was struck by unidentified objects, though it stopped short of assigning blame. “Attacks …


Seoul Condemns Strike on Vessel in Strait of Hormuz as Probe Continues
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Description: South Korea strongly condemned what it described as an attack on a civilian cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz after a government investigation found the ship was struck by unidentified objects, though it stopped short of assigning blame. “Attacks …
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Category: International & Reinsurance News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 07:47:34 +0000
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Ships’ Signals Go Haywire as Hormuz Strait Tensions Escalate

Geolocation data for some ships in the Persian Gulf showed locations and speeds that defied logic, pointing to an increase in signal interference following fresh attacks by Iran on neighboring countries. The tracking data showed about 120 vessels in a …


Ships’ Signals Go Haywire as Hormuz Strait Tensions Escalate
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Description: Geolocation data for some ships in the Persian Gulf showed locations and speeds that defied logic, pointing to an increase in signal interference following fresh attacks by Iran on neighboring countries. The tracking data showed about 120 vessels in a …
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 07:26:42 +0000
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People Moves: Da Costa to Head Markel US Cyber, Tech E&O; Brown & Riding Names Kerr Leader of Private Client Practice

Markel Insurance Appoints Da Costa to Lead U.S. Cyber and Tech E&O Portfolio Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc., appointed Raphael Da Costa to lead its U.S. cyber and tech E&O portfolio. Da Costa oversees Markel’s U.S. cyber …


People Moves: Da Costa to Head Markel US Cyber, Tech E&O; Brown & Riding Names Kerr Leader of Private Client Practice
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:54:37 +0000
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Ex-Ohio State Players to Join a Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against the School

Thirty former Ohio State football players, including some former NFL players, have agreed to join a federal lawsuit against the university over the sexual abuse of student athletes decades ago by a team doctor, a lawyer in the case said …


Ex-Ohio State Players to Join a Sexual Abuse Lawsuit Against the School
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Category: Midwest News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:46:15 +0000
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Explosion and Fire at New Orleans Area Refinery to Cause Production Disruption

No injuries were reported after an explosion and a fire at a refinery in the New Orleans area on Friday, officials said. Residents near Chalmette Refining said they heard an explosion at around 1 p.m. The refinery is in Chalmette, …


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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:43:11 +0000
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Banks and Crypto Backers Tussle as Senators Eye Landmark Digital Asset Bill

Banking groups are floating last-minute changes to a compromise on stablecoin yield as a key Senate panel begins considering a landmark digital asset bill. The proposed changes would tweak the compromise brokered by Senators Thom Tillis, a Republican, and Angela …


Banks and Crypto Backers Tussle as Senators Eye Landmark Digital Asset Bill
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Description: Banking groups are floating last-minute changes to a compromise on stablecoin yield as a key Senate panel begins considering a landmark digital asset bill. The proposed changes would tweak the compromise brokered by Senators Thom Tillis, a Republican, and Angela …
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Category: National News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:18:31 +0000
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Some College Finals Delayed After Canvas Online Platform Hacked

Disruptions for college students are set to drag into the weekend after hackers briefly took down an online platform used by thousands of schools around the world, from Princeton University in the US to the University of Manchester in the …


Some College Finals Delayed After Canvas Online Platform Hacked
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Description: Disruptions for college students are set to drag into the weekend after hackers briefly took down an online platform used by thousands of schools around the world, from Princeton University in the US to the University of Manchester in the …
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:08:32 +0000
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Nike Sued by Consumers for Not Refunding Tariff Costs

Nike was sued on May 8 by consumers who accused the athletic apparel and footwear maker of not refunding tariff-related costs it passed on in the form of higher prices. In a proposed class action, consumers said Nike should not …


Nike Sued by Consumers for Not Refunding Tariff Costs
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:07:35 +0000
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A Faint Sound in Rumble of Mississippi Tornado Leads to Stunning Rescue

As storm chaser Ashton Lemley picked his way through a tornado-ravaged Mississippi trailer park, he heard the unmistakable meow of a kitten pierce the predawn darkness. The homes were flattened just hours earlier as storms spawned at least three tornadoes …


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Category: Southeast News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:03:32 +0000
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Florida, Louisiana Insurer Safepoint Reveals 97% Revenue Surge in IPO filing

Safepoint Insurance on May 8 filed its paperwork for a U.S. initial public offering, disclosing a 96.9% revenue jump last year as a strong run of new IPO listings from Florida-based insurers extends into 2026. The company reported a net …


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California Governor Seeks Extension of FEMA Funding for LA Wildfire Victims

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is asking the federal government extend disaster assistance programs for thousands of victims of the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires who are still working to rebuild. Newsom is requesting a 12-month extension of the Federal Emergency …


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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:34 +0000
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People Moves: Maryland Auto Insurance Board Appointees Confirmed

Following the recommendation of the Senate Executive Nominations Committee, the full Maryland Senate has confirmed the appointments of four members to the Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund Board of Trustees. Steven D. Linkous was reappointed to serve the remainder of a …


People Moves: Maryland Auto Insurance Board Appointees Confirmed
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:29 +0000
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People Moves: Affordable American Names Floyd President Retail Agency Division

Affordable American Insurance LLC named Eddie Floyd to AAI’s leadership team as president of its retail agency division. Floyd will help lead the organization’s growth while overseeing the performance and expansion of its internal agency platform. Floyd has more than …


People Moves: Affordable American Names Floyd President Retail Agency Division
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Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:14 +0000
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University of Vermont Hopes New Weather Station Fills Flood Prediction Gaps

A new University of Vermont extreme weather monitoring station opened in Lyndonville on Tuesday, the first in a planned network of monitoring stations to help fill gaps in extreme weather predictions and response. The station will be able to monitor …


University of Vermont Hopes New Weather Station Fills Flood Prediction Gaps
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Description: A new University of Vermont extreme weather monitoring station opened in Lyndonville on Tuesday, the first in a planned network of monitoring stations to help fill gaps in extreme weather predictions and response. The station will be able to monitor …
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Category: East News
Date: Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:03 +0000
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Friday, May 8, 2026

Fertilizer Firms See Profit Windfall as War Upends Supplies

Fertilizer makers are seeing a windfall from Iran’s war, highlighting the impact of the conflict’s upheaval on supply chains for the key crop nutrients. CF Industries Holdings Inc. and Nutrien Ltd. each reported nearly 20% jumps in sales for the …


Fertilizer Firms See Profit Windfall as War Upends Supplies
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Description: Fertilizer makers are seeing a windfall from Iran’s war, highlighting the impact of the conflict’s upheaval on supply chains for the key crop nutrients. CF Industries Holdings Inc. and Nutrien Ltd. each reported nearly 20% jumps in sales for the …
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Category: Midwest News
Date: Fri, 08 May 2026 16:10:40 +0000
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People Moves: Novatae Names Voorhees as Managing Director of Personal Lines

Novatae Risk Group, the wholesale insurance business of World Insurance Associates, announced that Brian Voorhees will be joining the company as its new managing director of personal lines. In this role, Voorhees will lead Novatae’s personal lines with responsibility for …


People Moves: Novatae Names Voorhees as Managing Director of Personal Lines
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Description: Novatae Risk Group, the wholesale insurance business of World Insurance Associates, announced that Brian Voorhees will be joining the company as its new managing director of personal lines. In this role, Voorhees will lead Novatae’s personal lines with responsibility for …
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Category: Texas / South Central News
Date: Fri, 08 May 2026 16:03:35 +0000
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US Opens Probe Into Start-Up Avride Self-Driving Crashes in Texas

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday it is opening an investigation in a series of crashes of start-up Avride autonomous vehicles that raised questions about the competency of the vehicles. NHTSA said the vehicles’ performance may indicate inappropriate …


US Opens Probe Into Start-Up Avride Self-Driving Crashes in Texas
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Description: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday it is opening an investigation in a series of crashes of start-up Avride autonomous vehicles that raised questions about the competency of the vehicles. NHTSA said the vehicles’ performance may indicate inappropriate …
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Category: Texas / South Central News
Date: Fri, 08 May 2026 15:59:54 +0000
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Florida Governor Signs Bill Dropping Building Permits for Work Valued at $7,500 or Less

Florida’s governor has signed House Bill 803 into law, dropping building permit requirements for construction work valued at $7,500 or less. The law takes effect July 1. “A local government that issues building permits shall exempt an owner of a …


Florida Governor Signs Bill Dropping Building Permits for Work Valued at $7,500 or Less
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Description: Florida’s governor has signed House Bill 803 into law, dropping building permit requirements for construction work valued at $7,500 or less. The law takes effect July 1. “A local government that issues building permits shall exempt an owner of a …
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Category: Southeast News
Date: Fri, 08 May 2026 15:43:38 +0000
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Friday, May 8, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Transits Halted Since Tuesday as US, Iran Clash

The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed to commercial shipping after the US and Iran clashed overnight near the waterway, attacking each other’s assets in the area. US forces targeted missile and drone launch sites and other military assets in …


Strait of Hormuz Transits Halted Since Tuesday as US, Iran Clash
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Description: The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed to commercial shipping after the US and Iran clashed overnight near the waterway, attacking each other’s assets in the area. US forces targeted missile and drone launch sites and other military assets in …
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Category: International & Reinsurance News
Date: Fri, 08 May 2026 15:09:28 +0000
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Nissan Cancels Plan to Build Electric SUVs at Mississippi Plant

Nissan Motor Co. is canceling plans to make a pair of fully electric SUVs at a factory in the US, citing waning demand among American consumers for all-electric vehicles. The decision, which was relayed Thursday to dealers and parts suppliers …


Nissan Cancels Plan to Build Electric SUVs at Mississippi Plant
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Description: Nissan Motor Co. is canceling plans to make a pair of fully electric SUVs at a factory in the US, citing waning demand among American consumers for all-electric vehicles. The decision, which was relayed Thursday to dealers and parts suppliers …
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Category: Southeast News
Date: Fri, 08 May 2026 14:59:21 +0000
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