As more and more students look forward to earning a master’s degree at an international university, many students among them are now looking to earn their degree in a short period. Fortunately, universities in the USA have a one-year master’s program. These accelerated programs which are fast-paced and in-depth program, allows international students to earn…
Almost one million International students come to the United States to do their Master’s degree and you can be one of them. High academic standards, numerous research opportunities, globally ranked programs, and around 2,000 universities offering graduate-level degrees are some of the many reasons why you should consider studying for your Masters in the U.S.A…
A new survey from The Travelers Companies has revealed the top causes of distracted driving. The 2023 Travelers Risk Index examines the dangerous behaviors that happen on US roadways. While technology continues to be the top cause of distracted driving, other causes include drowsiness, heightened emotions and work-related stress, the study found. “Distracted driving can have devastating consequences for…
The war, terrorism and political violence insurance market is hardening, as the Russia-Ukraine war drags into a second year and unrest over the economic crisis looms worldwide. Carriers are pulling back capacity following billions of dollars in insured losses in recent years. The South African riots and Colombia anti-government protests in 2021 and the unrest…
Brightway Insurance, one of the largest personal lines and small commercial insurance agencies in the nation, has announced that it has achieved $1 billion in annualized written premium. The company also announced that it has received two industry accolades – ranking on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list and the Franchise Times Fast & Serious list….
A new report from the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) has identified slow underlying growth and inflation as the major challenges facing US auto, home and business insurers. According to Triple-I’s Q1 2023 Economic Outlook, the property and casualty sector saw its cyclical underlying growth rebound fail to materialize in the second half of 2022, as…
Liberty Mutual: Everything you need to know Corporate headquarters: 175 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116, United States Net written premiums: US$43.6 billion (2021) Annual revenue: US$48.2 billion (2021) Total assets: US$156 billion (2021) Employees: 45,000+ Global locations: United States, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,…
The U.S. State Department issues travel advisory levels for more than 200 countries globally, continually updating them based on a variety of risk indicators such as health, terrorism and civil unrest. Travel advisory levels range from Level 1, which means exercise normal precautions, to Level 4, which means do not travel there. Nearly 20 countries, or about…
The global economy has been steadily transitioning online for decades, and that transition was facilitated in many ways by the pandemic. Statista estimates e-commerce revenue will top $1 trillion in 2023 and will continue to grow at a compound annual rate of 11.5% over the next five years, reaching $1.56 trillion by 2027. By that…
For many, work is drudgery. It’s the same thing day in and day out, with little opportunity to try something new or take on an exciting project. If you feel shackled to your cubicle or dread a career filled with monotony, how about looking for a fun job instead? Using the Best Jobs rankings, U.S….
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced late Monday that his government would delay a plan to overhaul the country’s judiciary after weeks of intense protests that escalated dramatically following his weekend decision to fire his defense chief for dissenting. “Out of national responsibility, from a desire to prevent the nation from being torn apart,…
The Biden administration put on notice states where corporal punishment is still legal and used in schools as a form of discipline, warning governors, state education chiefs, superintendents and principals on Friday that paddling, spanking and other physical punishments have no place in K-12 schools. “It’s unacceptable that corporal punishment remains legally permissible in…
As the legal walls begin to close in on him, former President Donald Trump accelerated his already-fierce rhetoric Friday morning, warning of “death and destruction” if he is indeed indicted. “What kind of person can charge another person, in this case a former President of the United States, who got more votes than any sitting…
Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 remains dominant over all other coronavirus strains in the U.S. but appears to be plateauing. The subvariant was responsible for approximately 90% of new infections this week, according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s roughly the same as last week and up about 2 percentage points from two…
A letter containing a death threat and a suspicious white powder was reportedly mailed to the Manhattan district attorney investigating former President Donald Trump for his role in a hush money scheme. The letter was addressed to “Alvin” – an apparent reference to District Attorney Alvin Bragg – and contained the message, “ALVIN: I AM…
The World Travel Awards 2023 programme has highlighted some of Africa’s most exciting and beautiful tourist attractions and beach destinations. From the Pyramids of Giza to Nungwi Beach in Tanzania, these destinations showcase the continent’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you’re a nature lover, history buff, or beach bum, there is something for…
US Vice-President Kamala Harris has noted that she aims to increase investment opportunities in Africa, shortly after arriving in Ghana. This is in response to China and Russia’s growing influence in Africa. The U.S. has already pledged $55 billion to the continent over the following three years. In preparation for her week-long trip to Africa…
US Vice President Kamala Harris arrived in Ghana on Sunday as part of her weeklong tour to Africa aimed at deepening US ties. The US Secret Service ensured individuals entering the Jubilee Lounge were properly screened ahead of her arrival, which has generated mixed reactions on social media. Harris is expected to deliver a speech…
Bilateral trade between Nigeria and China decreased by N37.3 billion ($80 million) in 2022 compared to 2021. The trade record was $219 million in 2022 and $300 million in 2021. Both countries have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering closer business ties. Nigeria and China’s bilateral trade decreased by N37.3 billion ($80 million) in 2022 compared…
Since President Xi Jinping’s visit to Tanzania 10 years ago, China’s investment in Tanzania has hit $1.8 billion. This was announced during a conference commemorating President Xi Jinping’s visit to Tanzania. China’s direct investment stock in Tanzania is 2.5 times that of 2012. In the 10 years following President Xi Jinping’s previous visit to Tanzania,…
