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Asia: Stocks lifted by hopes for US-China talks after UK deal
Most Asian equities rose on Friday (May 9) on growing optimism that the worst of US President Donald Trump’s trade war is past after he…
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EXCLUSIVE: Zara Marks 50 Years With a Tribute to Its First Store and a Starry Steven Meisel Film
LONDON — Zara is kicking off its 50th anniversary with a redesign of its first store in A Coruña, Spain, and a star-studded film by Steven…
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EXCLUSIVE: Jasmine Tookes Is Blending Fragrance, Wellness and Body Care to Launch a Beauty Brand of Her Own
Jasmine Tookes is stepping into the beauty founder role. The model-entrepreneur has joined forces with former private equity investor…
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Bain Capital to sell China data centre business likely valued at over US$4 billion: sources
US investment firm Bain Capital is seeking to sell the China business of data centre operator WinTriX DC Group, in a deal that could value…
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Marco Polo Marine posts 3.4% decline in H1 profit to S$10.6 million
Marco Polo Marine on Friday (May 9) posted a 3.4 per cent year on year decline in H1 net profit to S$10.6 million, from S$11 million. The…
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Disney to Build First New Theme Park in 15 Years
Get ready for Disney magic in the Middle East! For the first time in 15 years, Disney is set to unveil an all-new theme park, unlike…
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Luxury labels ditch steep China discounts to rebuild brand value
Some luxury labels are pulling back from steep markdowns in China, seeking to rebuild an image of exclusivity to lure back wealthy…
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Oil prices rise 3% on support from US-China trade hopes
Oil prices rose around 3 per cent on Thursday (May 8), buoyed by hopes of a breakthrough in looming trade talks between the US and China,…
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Skims’ Summer Collection of Figure-Flattering Wardrobe Staples Has Everything You Need for Your Next Vacation
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Top…
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Singapore orders two more submarines from Germany's TKMS in Kiel
German submarine builder Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) intends to build two additional submarines for Singapore. A contract has been…
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The RealReal’s Sales and Profits Rise in Q1, but Investors Want More
The RealReal Inc. showed some forward momentum in the first quarter — and stuck by its financial guidance for the year — but Wall Street…
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The Best Packing Cubes for Enlightened Travelers
What to Look for When Buying Packing Cubes Many luggage brands are getting on the packing cube hype train, producing a huge range of…
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Ludivine, a Luxury Retailer, Moves to New Location on Upper East Side
Ludivine, the womenswear boutique known for its curated assortment of women’s designer clothing, has opened a new 2,500-square-foot…
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India and Pakistan are fighting with a mixed bag of foreign-made fighter jets. The aircraft kills are being counted.
India launched strikes into Pakistan earlier in the week, kicking off a new round of fighting. Pakistan said it responded with its…
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Charity linked to Prince Harry admits human rights abuses
A major conservation charity linked to Prince Harry has admitted that human rights abuses were committed by its rangers in…
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‘There will be war’: fear and defiance across border after Indian airstrikes in Pakistan
The crowd gathered in an angry frenzy, their slogans ringing out across the streets of the Pakistani city of Rawalpindi. “There will be…
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Missoni and Dallas Luxury Boutique Hôtel Swexan Unveil High-fashion Summer Pool Experience
Dallas’ boutique luxury property, Hôtel Swexan will unveil an exclusive partnership with Italian fashion house Missoni. The hotel will…
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US: Wall St opens higher ahead of potential US-UK deal announcement
Wall Street’s main indexes opened higher on Thursday (May 8) on news that the United States was on the verge of signing a trade agreement…
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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Choose Schiaparelli and Tom Ford for Red Carpet Debut in Rome
Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner made their official red carpet debut as a couple on Wednesday in Rome. The Oscar-nominated “A Complete…
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The construction of a road in Brazil draws criticism before first-ever climate talks in the Amazon
BELEM, Brazil (AP) — In the run-up to the annual U.N. climate conference, set to take place in Brazil’s Amazon in November, the…
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Minimalist Hotels announces plan to add 20 new properties in India
Minimalist Hotels has announced an expansion plan to add 20 new properties across India over the next two years. The lifestyle hotel brand…
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Far East Orchard Q1 net profit more than doubles to S$17.3 million
Hospitality and student housing player Far East Orchard’s net profit more than doubled to S$17.3 million for the first quarter ended Mar…
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Bank of England cuts rates to 4.25% as it sees tariff hit to growth
The Bank of England cut its main interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.25 per cent on Thursday, despite an unexpected three-way…
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Crowdfunding Success Stories You Won't Believe
Crowdfunding has taken the world by storm, transforming how people support causes they care about. From education to health care,…