June retail sales in Canada rose above expectations, lifted by auto sales, but the overall trend in consumer spending remained subdued, suggesting that the economy is not firing on all cylinders.. Headline retail sales climbed 1.1% in June from May…
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian has warned of a severe shortage of pilots and flight attendants, as many are reaching the mandatory retirement age of 65..
In the 1990s, Vietnam had plans to transform its central highlands into one of the world’s biggest coffee and rubber producers. In less than two decades, the country became the world’s largest producer of both commodities. But, the rush to…
**Macy’s and Nordstrom Revamp Merchandise Strategies to Woo Customers**. Department store powerhouses Macy’s and Nordstrom are embarking on significant merchandise overhauls in a bid to entice shoppers and boost sales.. **Macy’s: Embracing Off-Price and Experiential Retail**. Macy’s is implementing a…
BEIJING, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) — China’s consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, rose 2.7 percent year on year in July, the highest since September 2022, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said Sunday.. On a monthly basis,…
**The Biker Boot Trend: How to Style the Season’s Must-Have Footwear**. **Introduction:**. Biker boots, with their rugged and rebellious allure, have emerged as the footwear of choice this season. Originally designed for motorcycle riders, these chunky, ankle-high boots have transcended…
China’s CNOOC Ltd (0883.HK) will buy a 50% stake in Brazilian oil firm Enauta Participacoes SA’s (ENAT3.SA) Tartaruga Verde oil field under development in the Santos Basin for $1.57 billion, the companies said on Friday. The Tartaruga Verde field, which…
**China’s Covid Surge Sparks Fears of Overwhelmed Hospitals** As China battles its worst Covid-19 outbreak since the pandemic began, fears are growing that the country’s hospitals will be overwhelmed by a surge in patients. In the past week, new cases…
The European Union (EU) has taken a bold step towards reining in the power of big tech companies by implementing a comprehensive set of regulations known as the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These new rules aim to foster a more…
British fashion designer JW Anderson has teamed up with renowned dancer and choreographer Michael Clark for a new capsule collection. The collection, which was unveiled at Anderson’s London Fashion Week show, features a range of clothing and accessories inspired by…
