Risk Science: What You Need to Read Today
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Winston could reform on Saturday
ABC News
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Winston could reform and head towards the Queensland coast, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
How Cities Shape Epidemics
The Atlantic
To understand the spread of diseases like Zika and Ebola, it’s helpful to look at trends in urbanization over the past few centuries.
The Seas Are Rising Fast — and Even Faster in Mass.
Boston Globe
Researchers say they expect sea level rises in our region to continue to outpace other parts of the world.
Hoboken Residents Split Over Flood Wall That Could Protect City From Storm Surges
CBS
A city divided, literally, over flood wall proposals.
Risk Business: What You Need to Read Today
Private Equity Taps Into M&A Insurance
FT (sub may be required)
About one is seven merger and acquisition deals leads to a dispute that results in an insurance claim, according to data from AIG.
Third Point Re Had Fourth-Quarter Profit Before Stock Slump
Bloomberg
Third Point Reinsurance Ltd. swung to a profit in the fourth-quarter as the hedge fund manager’s results improved before a January slump.
Oklahoma Legislature Considers Two Bills on Earthquake Insurance Reforms
NewsOK
Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner John Doak believes the measure would have little impact.
BHP Billiton Investors Sue in U.S. Over Brazil Dam Disaster
Reuters
BHP Billiton Ltd was sued in the United States by investors who accused the Anglo-Australian mining company of fraudulently overstating its ability to manage safety risks.