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  Hurricane losses could halt plans to shrink Florida's largest state-backed insurer, leaving thousands of policies in limbo as private insurers struggle. In Florida, there's this big insurance company called Citizens Property Insurance Corp. It's a state-backed insurer, which means it's kind of like a safety net for homeowners when private insurance companies don’t want to take on the risk, especially because Florida has so many hurricanes. Over the last couple of years, the state has been trying to move people off Citizens and into private insurance companies. They think it's too risky for the state to insure so many homes by itself. But then, Hurricane Milton hit, along with two other storms this year, and now private insurance companies might be a little nervous about taking on more customers.  Bruce Lucas, the CEO of one of these insurance companies (Slide Insurance), says that after so many storms, insurance companies might not have enough money to cover more

Delta is revamping its cabins with new seats, mood lighting, and sleek designs. Get ready for a whole new flying experience. So, Delta Air Lines is giving its entire fleet a makeover, which means they are updating everything from the seats to the lighting.  They're starting with the Boeing 757 planes this fall, which mostly fly shorter trips, and will work on the Airbus A350s (bigger planes for longer flights) by 2025. Instead of tearing out the old seats and putting in brand new ones, Delta is just re-covering the existing seats with new materials. For their most premium passengers in Delta One, they’re replacing the leather seats with a new fabric that’s a mix of wool and nylon.  This new material is lighter and lets air flow better, keeping passengers more comfortable. The headrests, though, will still be leather. People flying in Premium Select and First Class will get memory foam cushions, which means their seats will be extra comfy.  Delta Comfort Plus and main cabin passenge

  A brand-new Nordstrom Rack is opening in Sarasota by 2026, bringing huge savings on top brands. Get ready for major deals on fashion, beauty, and more! Nordstrom Rack, which is part of the well-known Nordstrom brand, is a store that sells fashion, beauty products, and home decor at big discounts—sometimes up to 70% off!  They just announced that a new Nordstrom Rack store is coming to Sarasota, Florida, in 2026. This will be their second store in the area since there’s already one at the Shoppes at University Town Center.  The new store will be pretty big, about 27,000 square feet, and will be in a shopping center called Sarasota Pavilion, which also has other popular stores like Publix, Ross, and Marshalls. The people who manage the shopping center are excited because they think this new store will make shopping even better for people in the area. Nordstrom Rack is a part of Nordstrom that focuses on offering great deals, and this new store is one of a few they’re planning to open i

Luxury Living Like Never Before: Houston's $2.4M St. Regis Residences Will Blow Your Mind With Unbelievable Amenities! There's a company in Houston called Satya that's going to build a super fancy place to live called the St. Regis Residences. Think of a tall building, about 37 stories high, with really cool homes inside. It will be built on a street called Asbury, close to a park and a river area, so people who live there will have beautiful views.  The homes will be super special, with things like huge windows, private terraces (like little patios), and even places for your pets to go outside. This building will be like a dream home for anyone who loves luxury. Imagine never needing to park your own car – someone does it for you.  Don't want to carry groceries? No problem, there's a butler for that! And if you want to go to the gym, pool, or even a spa, you just go downstairs because all of that is part of the building. The guy in charge of Satya, Sunny Bathija, h

More empty spaces but higher rent prices! Find out how Jacksonville's rental market is shifting, and why small businesses are going for smaller spaces this year.   in Jacksonville, there are some changes happening with buildings that people can rent. Right now, more spaces are empty, which means the vacancy rate has gone up. It went from 4.3% last year to 5.5% this year. That means more buildings are available for people to rent. Even though there are more empty spaces, the price to rent a building is going up a little. It’s now about $8.40 for every square foot, which is a bit more than last year. Some people are taking their time before deciding to rent a space. They’re thinking about what they really need, how the economy is doing, and interest rates. Interestingly, smaller businesses are renting more this year, but they’re getting smaller spaces compared to last year. The average size they’re renting is about 26,700 square feet, which is a lot smaller than the 54,800 square fee

  Discover how Blackwire.ai is revolutionizing cybersecurity with smart tech and expert guidance to keep your data safe. There’s a company called Blackwire Labs that just created something cool called Blackwire.ai. Think of it like a super-smart helper for keeping computers safe from bad guys online. Here’s how it works: Blackwire.ai combines special computer technology called blockchain (which helps keep information safe and true) with smart ideas from people who know a lot about cybersecurity. It’s like having a wise old owl that knows all about protecting computers! This helper can talk to different businesses and give advice, just like a friendly guide who knows the way through a tricky maze. It helps people understand how to use AI safely and avoid risks, which is super important since many folks are using AI tools at work. A lot of companies are having trouble figuring out how to keep everything safe while using these new AI tools. Blackwire.ai is here to help them learn how to p

Exciting upgrades, star-studded events, and a major festival return—discover why Camping World Stadium is the place to be. Steve Hogan has been really busy lately because of what’s happening at Camping World Stadium. One interesting thing that happened was when the University of South Florida’s sports director, Michael Kelly, asked Steve if they could use the stadium for a football game because of Hurricane Milton. They needed a place for the game against the University of Memphis on October 12, and they figured it all out really quickly within just two days! Michael said this teamwork shows how strong their communities are and how dedicated everyone is. They’re really thankful for all the help they got. Also, Camping World Stadium is going to host the Vans Warped Tour in 2025, which is exciting because it’s the first time this festival will be back in Orlando since 2018. On top of that, Florida Citrus Sports is working with the city to upgrade the stadium. They have a big plan that co

D.C. plans to buy Capital One Arena for $87.5M, promising exciting renovations! Discover how this affects sports fans and the local economy! D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has proposed a plan for the city to buy Capital One Arena from Monumental Sports & Entertainment for $87.5 million. The city would then lease it back to the company, which owns the Washington Wizards, Capitals, and Mystics, through 2050. This idea came from a deal made in March between Monumental’s CEO, Ted Leonsis, and Bowser to keep the NBA and NHL teams in D.C. The arena will be renovated using $515 million in public funds between 2025 and 2027. As part of the lease, a nearby alley next to Sixth Street NW, which is near the arena and Gallery Place (a property bought by a partnership earlier this year), will also be included. Monumental is expected to invest $372.5 million into the arena renovations, including the $87.5 million from the city’s purchase. Monumental will cover any extra costs that go over budget. The p

  Luxury suites for the 2026 PGA Championship are vanishing quickly, with prices up to $495K. What’s driving the rush for these premium spots? Hospitality suites for the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club are already selling out, even though the event is still 19 months away. The PGA started offering suite options to Aronimink members' businesses in May and opened sales to the public about a month ago. Prices for the suites range from $180,000 for a 30-person suite to $495,000 for a 100-person suite. For smaller groups, a reserved table in the Club PGA area costs $55,000. About 70% of the premium and luxury seating options are already sold, with even more interest in the 30- and 50-person suites, said Justin Belanger, the corporate hospitality sales manager for the 2026 event. “The response has been better than we expected,” said Ryan Ogle, the championship director for the 2026 PGA Championship. Ogle, who also led the 2024 PGA Championship, said sales for the 2026 event

  A luxury glamping resort in the Pocono Mountains, featuring tiny homes and glamptainers, is up for sale at $7M, offering a unique investment opportunity. A glamping resort in the Pocono Mountains, featuring 40 tiny homes and custom "glamptainers" (fancy lodgings made from shipping containers), is up for sale. Camptel Poconos, located in Albrightsville, was listed on October 17 for $7 million. The 12-acre property, at 2624 Pennsylvania Highway 534, also has a newly leased restaurant and two to three acres of unused land, according to Dan Emert, a broker at Prime Investment Properties who is handling the sale. Emert didn’t reveal the owner's name but said the property has multiple partners. The owner also runs Bonaparte USA, a Florida-based company that builds unique tiny homes. Since they focus on manufacturing, they’re hoping to find a buyer with the resources to manage the resort. The new owner will be able to decide how to use the extra land, which already has utility

EQT Exeter buys a massive Amazon-leased warehouse near Seattle for $81.5M, marking a major move in the high-demand industrial real estate market. EQT Exeter Real Estate Income Trust, based in Radnor, has bought a 34-acre property near Seattle for $81.5 million. The property has an Amazon warehouse on it. The warehouse is 202,464 square feet and located at 2871 S. 102nd St. in Tukwila, about 11 miles south of downtown Seattle. EQT Exeter paid $402.54 per square foot, which is almost double the average price in the Seattle area. The county valued the property at $80.9 million. The purchase was made through a Delaware-registered entity called EQRT 2871 102nd LP. Ali Houshmand from EQT Exeter said in a statement, "South Seattle is a desirable area with limited industrial land available, older buildings, and high demand for warehouse space." The seller was linked to Dermody Properties, an industrial developer based in Reno, Nevada. They didn't respond to requests for comment.