U.S.–Iran escalation near Hormuz: renewed port blockade raises shipping risks
July 14–18, 2026 saw renewed U.S.–Iran strikes plus a U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, tightening Hormuz shipping and raising insurance and oil-flow risks.
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GAO: HealthCare.gov safeguards may not stop unauthorized agent/broker changes—what to do
GAO says CMS safeguards on HealthCare.gov don’t fully stop unauthorized agent/broker actions. Here’s what to verify in your account now.
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Guilford County Schools asks County for extra $5.3M after SB 257 pay-raise
Guilford County Schools posted an updated July 14 request for $5.3 million more to cover the SB 257 pay-raise timing gap after state law signed July 7.
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Rowley Conservation Commission to discuss coastal flood maps on July 14
Ahead of the July 14, 2026 Conservation Commission meeting, Rowley residents can use the town’s coastal flood map index to see their flood zone—then ask questions.
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U.S.–Iran “peace deal” as July 2026 ceasefire talk cools—Strait of Hormuz risk
The U.S.–Iran peace deal promised a ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening. AP says July 8 it was declared “over,” while IMO warns risk remains volatile.
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UI claims dip for late June: initial filings fall, insured rate steady
United States Jobs and Hiring Watch – New DOL/ETA weekly unemployment insurance data show initial claims edged down for June 27, while the insured rate stayed at 1.2%.
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Medicare GLP-1 bridge starts with $50 copay and tight eligibility rules
CMS has launched a temporary national Medicare program that offers some eligible Part D beneficiaries GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for $50 a month.
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Cobleskill residents face July coverage changes as Essential Plan shifts
Cobleskill NY – The July 1 Essential Plan shift could push some residents into marketplace plans with higher premiums, deductibles, and out-of-pocket costs.
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World Bank, U.S. Treasury and U.K. unveil political-risk insurance plan meant to mobilize more funding for Ukraine’s recovery
Ahead of and around the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, the World Bank Group, the U.S. Treasury and the U.K. announced new lending, guarantees and political-risk insurance steps—aimed at reducing investor uncertainty and unlocking billions for Ukraine’s recovery projects.
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Ashland City council selects Public Risk Insurors for liability & property
Ashland City TN—June 23 special called meeting: council voted to select Public Risk Insurors for property and liability; FY 2027 premium listed at $393,515.
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Boston’s FY27 budget hearings focus on schools and health insurance costs
Boston’s FY27 budget hearings are underway, with health insurance driving operating-cost growth and a separate Boston Public Schools hearing on the calendar.
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Financial planner Moneta Group | Boston Investment Advisors 1 Mercantile St Suite 750, Worcester, MA 01608
Financial planner Moneta Group | Boston Investment Advisors 1…
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Insurance agency Revolution Insurance Technologies 9433 Bee Caves Rd bldg 3 suite 210, Austin, TX 78733
Insurance agency Revolution Insurance Technologies 9433 Bee Caves Rd…
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Financial planner Financial Services with Kaylynn Jackson
Financial planner Financial Services with Kaylynn Jackson (312) 763-1832…
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Insurance agency Connectate Life and Health Insurance
Insurance agency Connectate Life and Health Insurance (956) 844-1600…
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Insurance agency Ubs Financial Services Inc: D Antuono Frank 15958 City Walk # 240, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Insurance agency Ubs Financial Services Inc: D Antuono Frank…
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Insurance agency Goosehead Insurance – Chaz Rasco 140 S Main St Suite 15, Collierville, TN 38017
Insurance agency Goosehead Insurance – Chaz Rasco 140 S…
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Title company MH TITLE BROKERS
Title company MH TITLE BROKERS (813) 705-7044 https://www.mhtitlebrokers.com/ Rating…
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Insurance agency Pinnacle Vision LLC
Insurance agency Pinnacle Vision LLC (313) 800-8337 https://pinnaclevisionllc.com/ Rating…
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Health insurance agency Navigator Health Insurance Consulting 1919 Pasadena Dr, Austin, TX 78757
Health insurance agency Navigator Health Insurance Consulting 1919 Pasadena…
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Title company TWS Title, LLC 5506 W Walsh Ln Suite 206, Rogers, AR 72758
Title company TWS Title, LLC 5506 W Walsh Ln…
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Insurance agency Shaun Smith, Bankers Life Agent 5805 Sepulveda Blvd Ste 800, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411
Insurance agency Shaun Smith, Bankers Life Agent 5805 Sepulveda…
