The energy transition wave will dominate the investment landscape

The energy transition wave will dominate the investment landscape

Chris Eilman Long-term investors often talk about trends in urbanization, globalization and investing in all asset classes. Some of these are “megatrends”—referring to the social forecasting book of the same name from the early 1980s—that represent a lasting shift from the past norm that can present both opportunity and risk. At the California State Teachers …

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AM Best affirms the credit ratings of Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance Company and its affiliates

AM Best affirms the credit ratings of Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance Company and its affiliates

OLDWICK, NJ February 22, 2024—(BUSINESS WIRE)–AM Best has affirmed the Financial Stability Rating (FSR) of A++ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of “aa+” (Superior) by Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance Company (Omaha, Nebraska) and its five property/casualty affiliates. These companies are collectively called Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC). The outlook for these …

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NCAA director presents data on student-athlete mental health

NCAA director presents data on student-athlete mental health

On February 14, students and staff gathered to listen to “Survive or Just Thrive? Post-Pandemic Student Athlete Health and Wellness,” presented by National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Director of Research and Policy, Lydia Bell. During the presentation, Bell talked about data from an NCAA study on substance use and mental health. Lydia Bell (Photo by …

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Three Alaska liquor producers are suing the state over a rule restricting live music and entertainment

Three Alaska liquor producers are suing the state over a rule restricting live music and entertainment

A brewery, brewery and kombucha maker are suing Alaska’s state liquor regulator over a recently revised law that limits them to four live entertainment events a year. The trialfiled Tuesday in Anchorage Superior Court, alleges the state is violating the free speech rights of the three businesses and a violation of the equal protection clause …

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Upland High School Students Enjoy 18th Night at the Science Museum – Daily Bulletin

Upland High School Students Enjoy 18th Night at the Science Museum – Daily Bulletin

FLASH SALE Don’t miss this deal Standard digital access $6 for 1 year Already a subscriber? I’m coming in Upland High School chemistry teacher Timothy Duong demonstrates the elephant toothpaste experiment to students at the 18th annual Upland High School Museum of Science Night on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG …

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San Diego Weekend Art Events: Nomad Concerto, Pinar Yoldas, AFROTURE and more

San Diego Weekend Art Events: Nomad Concerto, Pinar Yoldas, AFROTURE and more

Top picks Pinar Yoldas / ICA San Diego An interpretation of “Synaptic Sculptures” by Pinar Yoldas, to be exhibited at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) San Diego from February 24, 2024. Pinar Yoldas: “Synaptic Sculpture” and C You Saturday Visual art | Artist and UC San Diego professor Pinar Yoldas brings together technology, design, …

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Texas is launching a new property tax incentive program to attract new businesses

Texas is launching a new property tax incentive program to attract new businesses

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that informs readers of the most important Texas news. Governor Greg Abbott has announced the opening of applications for the Texas Jobs Energy, Technology and Innovation, or JETI, program. Passed with bipartisan support by lawmakers last year, it would provide property tax abatements to eligible …

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A judge has denied Trump’s request to delay enforcement of 5 million in fraud penalties

A judge has denied Trump’s request to delay enforcement of $355 million in fraud penalties

Trump’s lawyers asked for a 30-day delay in the execution of the sentences. February 22, 2024, 2:44 PM ET • 5 minutes of reading The judge in former President Donald Trump’s civil fraud case has rejected a defense request for a delay in sentencing in the case. The defendants asked Judge Arthur Engoron to delay …

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‘I need a minimum level of fitness’ – ex-cricketers reject Azam Khan’s claims Pakistan coaches failed to tap into his talent

‘I need a minimum level of fitness’ – ex-cricketers reject Azam Khan’s claims Pakistan coaches failed to tap into his talent

Azam Khan has been one of Pakistan’s brightest young stars in the past few years. The 25-year-old has represented Pakistan in his fledgling T20I career. However, he has struggled to replicate his home form there and has largely been in the news for his fitness levels. Weighing over 100kg, Azam Khan’s weakness is his fitness …

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