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EssilorLuxottica Expands Med-tech Strategy With Acquisition of Ophthalmology Platform Optegra
MILAN – EssilorLuxottica is making another acquisition in the med-tech segment. The eyewear giant said Friday it has entered into an…
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Plane carrying Liberian president involved in landing scare
Flights were temporarily disrupted at Liberia main airport on Thursday night after a private jet carrying President Joseph Boakai almost…
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Visuals of Indian opposition leader 'posing with YouTuber detained for spying' are altered
Two images of Rahul Gandhi have circulated in social media posts falsely claiming they are proof that the Indian opposition Congress party…
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AI to send Asia’s data centre spending and power needs up; Morgan Stanley picks the winners
Data centre investments in Asia will likely double to US$200 billion by 2030, as the rising use of artificial intelligence (AI) will…
Fashion
Peter Kim Brings Taverniti on Board as Creative Director of D-R-G-N
Peter Kim has turned to a tried-and-true creative for his D-R-G-N brand. Kim, the founder and former chief executive officer of Hudson…
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Stone Island Strengthens Commitment to China With Flagship Openings, Strategic Investments
MILAN — Stone Island hasn’t given up on China. On the contrary, it is reinforcing its commitment to that market. “China, despite the fact…
Fashion
Miu Miu London Flagship Set to Reopen With a Fresh Concept and a Cultural Focus
LONDON – The Miu Miu flagship on the corner of New Bond and Bruton streets is set to reopen next month with a fresh look and a new…
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Emilia Wickstead Resort 2026: Double Trouble
Grab a box of popcorn and an XL drink — it’s time for another Hitchcock moment with Emilia Wickstead. Last season the designer and vintage…
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US regulator drops lawsuit against Binance
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Thursday dropped its civil lawsuit against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance and its…
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Livingstone Health back in the black, logs H2 profit of S$0.4 million from streamlining efforts, higher revenue
Livingstone Health Holdings Limited booked a net profit of S$0.4 million for the second half-year ended Mar 31, a reversal of the net loss…
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IHH Healthcare revenue could soften on medical inflation measures
IHH Healthcare will likely face “some softening of (patient admissions) and revenue” from measures the group has implemented to combat…
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Rescued giant moths emerge from cocoons in Mexico's sprawling capital
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Two moths the size of a hand, their wings patterned with brown and pink around four translucent sections, mate for…
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Microsoft touts AI sales at town hall, reveals Barclays contract
MICROSOFT touted its progress selling artificial intelligence tools to corporate customers during a companywide town hall on Thursday,…
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Jardine Matheson Holdings names Lincoln Pan as CEO-designate ahead of group managing director John Witt’s retirement
Hong Kong-based conglomerate Jardine Matheson Holdings on Thursday (May 29) announced the appointment of Lincoln Pan as chief…
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US asks judge to dismiss criminal charge over Boeing 737 Max crashes
US Justice Department asked a federal judge in Texas to dismiss its criminal case against Boeing over two fatal crashes of its 737 Max…
Business
Stocks to watch: IHH Healthcare, Keppel, Jardine Matheson, Cordlife
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Friday (May 30). IHH Healthcare: The…
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Sana’a Daqqa, widow of Walid Daqqa, arrested for incitement against Israel, IDF soldiers
Along with four other terrorists, Walid Daqqa murdered IDF soldier Moshe Tamam and later made headlines by fathering a child through…
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Bank of England’s Bailey says uncertain outlook demands careful approach to rate cuts
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Thursday that the central bank’s “gradual and careful” approach to future interest rate…
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US judge sentences ex-Goldman Sachs banker to two years over 1MDB scandal
A US judge on Thursday sentenced a former Goldman Sachs banker central to the 1MDB scandal to two years in prison after prosecutors argued…
Fashion
It’s Officially Shoe Charm Summer — Here’s How to Refresh Your Everyday Sneakers With Personal Flair.
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. In…
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US: Stocks rise as market weighs tariff ruling
Wall Street stocks finished modestly higher on Thursday following strong earnings from Nvidia as a judicial ruling added to uncertainty…
Business
Saks Secures $350M in Financing to ‘Fortify’ Balance Sheet
Saks Global has gained some extra breathing room. The company — which took on a heavy debt load to buy Neiman Marcus in December and has…
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Businesses tackling Asia’s ageing crisis awarded S$3 million at DBS Foundation’s Impact Beyond Awards
Smart emergency-response devices available round the clock and using artificial intelligence (AI) to help clients match with caregivers…
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Francesco Murano, Institution, Lessico Familiare and Moja Rowa Receive Camera Moda Fashion Trust 2025 Grants
MILAN — Francesco Murano, Institution by Galib Gassanoff, Lessico Familiare and Moja Rowa are the recipients of the 2025 grants bestowed…