Posts by Y@DminG
US FDA Proposes Standardized Testing to Detect Asbestos in Talc Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing that cosmetic products containing talc should be tested using standardized methods to detect asbestos, a potential contaminant, according to documents posted on the federal register on Thursday. Why It’s Important Asbestos, a … Source: Claims Journal
Read More3 Years After the Marshall Fire: Wildfire Smoke’s Health Risks Can Linger Long-Term in Homes That Escape Burning
Three years ago, on Dec. 30, 2021, a wind-driven wildfire raced through two communities just outside Boulder, Colorado. In the span of about eight hours, more than 1,000 homes and businesses burned. The fire left entire blocks in ash, but … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreFAA Probes Holiday Drone Show Accident That Injured a Boy in Florida
The Federal Aviation Administration said Dec. 23 that it has launched an investigation into why several drones collided and fell from the sky during a holiday show over the weekend in downtown Orlando, Florida, injuring a 7-year-old boy who required … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreOregon House Cat Died After Eating Pet Food That Tested Positive for Bird Flu
An Oregon house cat died after eating pet food that tested positive for bird flu, Oregon authorities said, prompting a recall of raw frozen pet food that was sold nationwide. Northwest Naturals, a pet food company based in Portland, Oregon, … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreNew York to Fine Fossil Fuel Companies $75 Billion Under New Climate Law
New York state will fine fossil fuel companies a total of $75 billion over the next 25 years to pay for damage caused to the climate under a bill Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law on Thursday. The law is … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreJapan Airlines Was Hit by a Cyberattack, Delaying Flights During the Year-End Holiday Season
Japan Airlines said it was hit by a cyberattack Thursday, causing delays to more than 20 domestic flights but the carrier said it was able to stop the onslaught and restore its systems hours later. There was no impact on … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreNatural Disasters: Ensuring Continuity of Service
Over the last few years, we have seen a dramatic increase in the frequency and severity of natural disasters, notably flood and wildfire loss events. The majority of research findings to date indicate that weather-related natural disasters are already being … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreStellantis Unit to Pay $4.2 Million to Resolve California Emissions Probe
Stellantis unit FCA US agreed to pay $4.2 million to resolve a California investigation into excess emissions, the state said on Monday. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) said the vehicles covered by the settlement for violations of air quality … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreLyft Accuses San Francisco of $100 Million Tax Overcharge
Lyft Inc. accused the city of San Francisco in a lawsuit of overcharging it $100 million for taxes over five years by unfairly characterizing the compensation earned by drivers who use its app as company revenue. The company said its … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreColorado Adds Record Insurance Coverage for Sanders and Hunter With Both Playing in Alamo Bowl
Colorado secured what it said was record insurance coverage for quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter as the star duo opted to complete their college careers in the Alamo Bowl rather than sit out and prepare for … Source: Claims Journal
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