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MAHALLA EL-KOBRA, Egypt, (AP) - The Egyptian government is trying to rein in the biggest spate of labor unrest the country has seen in decades after thousands of workers at a textile mill went on strike to protest low wages and soaring inflation. The government recently rushed to ...
The longer it cooks, the darker it gets," said Laurie Gundersen, telling passersby Saturday what was happening inside a kettle set up on an electric plate inside the U.S. Botanic Garden's west hall. That wasn't lunch the West Virginia artist was talking about, but fabric that had ...
Montreal Fashion Week organizers say underweight models will not be permitted to walk the runway owing to concerns over poor nutrition and eating disorders in the industry. Organizers said Monday that models with a low body mass index — a calculation based on a person's weight to ...
Take a stroll down Avenue Montaigne, still fashion's super-luxury destination in Paris, and there is no question about what is filling the windows of the upscale stores: handbags. And more handbags. They come as mighty totes heavy with metal or as tiny clutches embedded with ...
As John Galliano, Kate Moss and Mario Testino descended the steps, the paparazzi went berserk; some even jumped on cars. The midnight scene took place outside London's Victoria & Albert Museum, where fashion's fabulous three had just attended a gala celebrating an exhibit on "The ...
The idea that Dame Helen Mirren should weigh into the 'size zero' debate may come as a surprise to many. But her comments could not be better timed, coming as they do as the final week of the international fashion shows begins in Paris. During the last three weeks, the designer ...
A total of 1150 pieces of embroidery picturing Rajagopuram of Sriranganathaswami temple, were created by the members of Tiruchy Innovative Ladies United Needlework Association (TILUNA). These cross stitch embroideries were done on 25 inch by 36 inch cloths and over 900 people ...
UNIQLO CO LTD launched its superior 2nd version of UNIQLOCK "Cashmere Version" from October 1 in a move to boost brand visibility and promote UNIQLO's cashmere knitwear worldwide. The number of page views for the original UNIQLOCK topped 30 million in 195 countries around the ...
The IAF World Apparel Convention 2007 is approaching at full speed. With only three weeks to go before the convention, final preparations are well under way. Speakers and topics of discussion have been confirmed, and the International Apparel Federation (IAF) is honored to add ...
Many young women dream of parading with a Prada or being showy with a Chloe. Unfortunately, sky-high prices mean such designer handbags are beyond most budgets. But now aspiring fashionistas can acquire a must-have accessory for a fraction of the normal cost. For less than £20 a ...
Surrounded by merry models, dancing as if at a party, rather than at Valentino's ready-to-wear finale, the iconic Italian couturier took his bow. But this swan song was nothing like the emotionally charged 45th anniversary celebration in Rome last summer - nor will it match the ...
Men armed with weapon attacked Model Town Hospital in Lahore on September 26 and seized jewellery from a lady doctor and from other female patients. The mishap impelled Pakistan’s District Health Department to pass instructions asking female doctors and nurses in Government ...
Wool Equities Limited announced that three wound dressings developed by its subsidiary, Keratec Limited, in collaboration with its US-based partner, Keraplast Technologies, have been granted approval for use as medical devices by the EU regulatory body through the CE marking ...
Recently, Thai Textile Manufacturing Association submitted a petition to the Ministry of Commerce to initiate an anti-dumping investigation against Chinese imports, mainly cotton fabric and polyester filament. Thailand has increased imports of these products from 6.9 million Baht ...
The Department of Textiles at Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology organized one day National seminar on ‘Innovations and quality Management in Textiles’ on September 29, for technical teachers, technicians and students. Various institutions and industries from ...
After starting off 2007 with the successful launch of its Series 47 collection, the Wrangler Home brand will close the year with a significant expansion. In addition to rounding out its living room and casual dining selections, the eco-friendly Series 47 collection will premiere ...
Mahtab Alam, a humble businessman from a small town in Jharkhand, has tailored a shirt which is nearly two storied tall. In a bid to do something unique, to make his family and country feel proud, Alam went ahead with this bizarre idea of making a king sized shirt. The shirt is ...
With the end of the ten-day-long Ganesha festival in September, devotees from various parts of Mumbai enthusiastically participated in the auction of the Lord’s jewelries. The accessories were presented as offerings to the beloved elephant-faced deity during the festival. These ...
Brands like Stella McCartney and Yves Saint Laurent, which showed their latest ready-to-wear collections in Paris on Thursday, have understood that glossy magazine advertisements are no longer the most effective way of reaching their audience. They are using methods like street ...
Fashion Week Miami is pleased to announce the dates for its October ’07 shows. It should be no surprise that a leading trend markets like the City of Miami and the City of Miami Beach have proven a need for a fashion week to call their own. FUNKSHION: Fashion Week Miami Beach ...
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Xi Jinping to lead national security commission
Xi Jinping to lead national security commission
The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee has decided that ...
China's reform leading group holds first meeting
China's reform leading group holds first meeting
BEIJING, Jan. 22 (Xinhua) -- China's leading group for overall reform ...
Bill Gates talks nuclear
Bill Gates talks nuclear
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates confirmed on Wednesday that he is ...
Xinhua Insight: Emerging economies able to secure steady growth
Xinhua Insight: Emerging economies able to secure steady growth
DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- Emerging economies are ...
China cuts retail oil prices
China cuts retail oil prices
BEIJING, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- China's top economic planner announced on ...
IMF chief warns of risks to recovery
IMF chief warns of risks to recovery
DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The International Monetary ...
Shell companies struggle to stay listed
Shell companies struggle to stay listed
China is planning to clamp down on back door listings. A back door ...
HK Disneyland Gets Toy Story Land
HK Disneyland Gets Toy Story Land
A general view of Toy Story Land at Hong Kong Disneyland is taken ...
Retailer's Net Profit Falls 3%
Retailer's Net Profit Falls 3%
A Wal-Mart store is seen in Stratford, Connecticut, the United States. ...
Ghana qualifies for FIFA U-20 women's World Cup
Ghana qualifies for FIFA U-20 women's World Cup
Ghana qualified for the 2014 FIFA U-20 women's World Cup following a 4...
Stars 'Big Three' fall short of title in 1st year
Stars 'Big Three' fall short of title in 1st year
Miami Heat's LeBron James (R) stands with teammates Chris Bosh (C) and ...
Yao's gift of sport for all
Yao's gift of sport for all
Chinese NBA player Yao Ming teaches a boy with special needs how to ...