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California Storm Grounds Flights at SFO, Triggers LA Burn Scar Evacuations on Presidents’ Day

A massive California winter storm triggers FAA ground delays at SFO, evacuation warnings across LA burn scars, and up to 10 feet of Sierra snow on Presidents’ Day, compounding a brutal week for air travel.

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Life Insurance Applications Hit Record January Growth While 102 Million Americans Remain Underprotected

Life insurance applications surged 9.5% in January 2026, the highest January growth on record, even as 102 million Americans remain without adequate coverage.

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Car Insurance Rates Stabilize in 2026 After Years of Turmoil, But Affordability Gap Widens Between States

Average car insurance premiums will rise just 1% in 2026 after a 6% drop in 2025, but drivers in high-cost states face continued increases while 39 states saw relief.

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Estate Tax Exemption Jumps to $15 Million: What the Permanent Increase Means for Life Insurance Planning

The federal estate tax exemption jumped to $15 million per person in 2026. Here’s what the permanent increase means for life insurance planning, ILITs, and protecting wealth for heirs.

FDA Warns Pet Owners After Raw Dog Food Tests Positive for Four Dangerous Pathogens

The FDA warns pet owners to stop feeding Raaw Energy dog food after tests found Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria. The company has refused to recall. Here’s what to know.

Super Bowl LX Creates One of the Busiest Air Travel Weekends of the Year

Super Bowl LX is bringing record air traffic to the Bay Area. Here’s what travelers should know about flight restrictions, delays, and why travel insurance matters for major events.

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Peak 65 Wave Drives Annuity Sales to Record Highs While Life Insurance Growth Stalls

LIMRA forecasts annuity sales will hit $438-$485 billion in 2026 as more than 11,200 Americans turn 65 every day. Here’s what the Peak 65 wave means for life insurance and retirement planning.

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Progressive Launches Pet Insurance as Industry Premiums Surge Past $4.7 Billion

Progressive launches its own pet insurance product as Florida tightens regulations and industry premiums top $4.7 billion. Here’s what pet owners need to know in 2026.

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Government Shutdown Ends as Winter Storm Gianna Leaves Thousands Stranded at U.S. Airports

A brief government shutdown and Winter Storm Gianna caused massive flight cancellations across the U.S. Learn how travel insurance can protect you from weather-related disruptions.

U.S. Life Expectancy Hits Record High: What Improving Mortality Rates Mean for Life Insurance in 2026

CDC data shows U.S. life expectancy hit a record 79 years in 2024. Here’s what improving mortality rates mean for life insurance premiums, industry profits, and your coverage options in 2026.