Health Premiums & Costs: A new look at health insurance over 25 years says premiums and out-of-pocket costs have climbed across major segments, with medical inflation outpacing general inflation and driving higher bills. Home Insurance Pressure: Georgia homeowners saw steep premium growth, with severe weather and higher repair costs cited as key drivers. Regulation & Market Access: The Philippines’ insurance-marketing channel rules are moving forward, while Nigeria’s Senate pushes coordinated reforms across regulators, including deposit insurance and cybersecurity. Claims & Consumer Impact: A Thane tribunal ordered an insurer and truck owner to pay Rs 63.8 lakh after a fatal 2018 crash, and a J&K consumer ruling backed coverage for a fire claim. Weather & Risk: Canada’s hail season in Saskatchewan produced more than 4,000 crop-damage claims, and wildfire recovery continues to test property insurance systems. Finance Meets Insurance: Berkshire Hathaway’s earnings rose, but currency swings boosted results, underscoring how financial factors can move insurer-linked performance. Alternative Risk Transfer: Singapore regulators are consulting on protected cell company frameworks that could expand captive insurance options for mid-sized firms.