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It’s not every day that an athlete leaves Nike — the biggest sportswear and apparel brand in the world.
But this week it lost two big ones. Earlier on Tuesday it was announced that Kobe Bryant’s estate was moving on from the company after nearly two decades of partnering with the brand.
Now, Simone Biles, the best gymnast in the world and the most successful athlete of her generation, is leaving the company, too.
Biles is moving on to Athleta — a women’s activewear brand under the Gap umbrella.
Biles is really about to get into her bag with her new partnership. Let’s talk about what she’s doing, what her goals are and what this might mean moving forward.
Wait, Biles left Nike?
Yup, she’s leaving. She’s heading to Gap’s Athleta. The two made the partnership internet official with a tweet.
Welcome to Team Athleta, @Simone_Biles! Today, fueled by our shared commitment to empower the next generation of girls, we're honored to announce our partnership with the most decorated American gymnast.
Let's do this. 👊 #PowerOfShe pic.twitter.com/lMATkDo3er
— Athleta (@Athleta) April 23, 2021
Athleta is a women’s activewear brand centered around creating gear for athletes. It’s owned by Gap, which bought the company in 2008. Biles isn’t their first athlete. They also have world-class sprinter Allyson Felix with the brand.
What's the deal like?
We don’t know the terms of the deal. But we do know that Athleta is going to give Biles her own performance wear line that includes products that work both in and outside the gym, per CNBC.
They’re also giving her her own platform, which seems to be the most important thing to her.
Is that why she's leaving Nike?
Well, yes. But it’s more about what Athleta has to offer and less about what Nike isn’t.
The first thing she mentioned was how much she wanted to use her platform and voice to empower women. She released a statement expressing that.
“Using my voice has been very empowering for me and I am grateful to embark on this new journey with Athleta to inspire young girls and women to do the same. I admire Athleta for their commitment to recognize and support women’s individual and collective strength.”
That’s her priority and Athleta’s values match that. At the same time, though, she’s trying to reshape gymnastics for women.
Wait, reshape gymnastics?
Yup. There’s a big picture for Biles here. Yes, this is an endorsement. But it’s also a bold strategic move that has the potential to reshape the sport.
She’s planning on building out a post-Olympics gymnastics tour that would create opportunities for gymnasts down the line, per the Wall Street Journal.
“She said the company has also pledged to support the post-Olympics gymnastics tour that she is planning to mount herself, rather than the usual tour backed by USA Gymnastics, the sport’s national governing body. The tour could help reshape professional opportunities for elite gymnasts for years to come.”
That’s a huge deal. It’s also clear that she’s trying to part ways with USA Gymnastics after their absolute failure in handling the Larry Nassar investigation.
Wow that's pretty awesome stuff
It absolutely is! Biles is getting ready to make waves in gymnastics for years to come. She could change the sport with the platform Athleta is helping her build.
That’s far more important than any endorsement and exactly why she is where she is.


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India Manufacturing Barometer 2019 Report: Key Facts
The India Manufacturing Barometer 2019 Report has been prepared by Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in association with PwC.
The report was prepared based on the survey of companies which contribute approximately 12 per cent to the manufacturing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the country from the automobiles, chemicals, electrical machinery, food processing, leather, pharmaceuticals and textiles sectors.
Findings of the Report
The important findings in the India Manufacturing Barometer 2019 are:
- India would witness faster growth in the next 12 months driven by expanding domestic market, technology and increased spending.
- Around 74 per cent of companies surveyed believes that the next 12 months will see faster growth in their sector.
- Around 58 per cent of those surveyed believes that their sector would grow faster by at least 5 per cent.
- India’s economy is projected to grow anywhere between 7.3 – 7.7 per cent and the domestic market would be a major demand driver for India.
- Business leaders also anticipate an increase in turnover from global demand in the future.
Business Groups have asked India to concentrate on improving at the logistics front. Logistics cost in India is about 15 per cent of the overall cost whereas the cost is less than 10 per cent in countries like Japan. The reduced logistics cost can be of great benefit to India.
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Ford investing $1.3B in Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly Plant for Fusion and Lincoln MKZ
Ford investing $1.3B in Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly Plant for Fusion and Lincoln MKZ 30 March 2012 Ford is investing $1.3-billion in its Hermosillo (Mexico) Stamping and Assembly Plant for the production of Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ lineups. Ford is making a significant investment in this facility and a significant commitment to the employees here while also transforming our vehicle lineup for customers throughout North America. The midsize sedan market is significant, growing and one of the most competitive in the industry. —Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas Ford’s latest investment is in addition to $3 billion invested in Mexico during the past decade. In addition to Fusion, which has been built in Hermosillo since 2005 and sold more than 1.1 million models, Ford started building Fiestas at its Cuautitlán plant in 2008. The company also builds diesel eng...


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Online buyers warned of cyber scams
For those who prefer to dodge the crowds when doing their Christmas shopping, buying gifts online is the perfect solution.
However, shoppers are being warned to take care when using the internet for festive purchases.
The Australian ecommerce market is set to reach $36.8 billion by 2013, with online sales this year peaking at Christmas, according to a report commissioned by PayPal.
With a strong Australian dollar and competitive prices, about 40 per cent of consumer spending goes overseas and customers can fall victim to internet fraudsters.
Australian Federal Police high tech crime operations national manager Neil Gaughan said cyber criminals would be out in force this month as millions of people stocked up on Christmas items online.
"This is not a warning to avoid the internet, because Australians should be able to go online and enjoy the experience of shopping for their Christmas gifts," Assistant Commissioner Gaughan said.
"But consumers should ensure they protect their personal and financial information, keeping in mind some basic steps when using your credit card online so as to prevent fraud and avoid any disappointment and stress."
He said customers should install a firewall and reputable anti-virus software, research the business before buying, save transaction records and provide only necessary personal information.
Research by online auction site eBay shows more than half the nation will use the internet to buy Christmas gifts this year.
Shoppers were warned to check Australian import rules before buying goods online from overseas.
Home Affairs Minister Brendan O'Connor said Australia had importation restrictions and bans on dangerous or illegal goods and Christmas gifts were no exception.
"Websites sometimes claim that their products can be brought into Australia but this isn't always correct, so it is important to check with Customs before you buy," Mr O'Connor said.
Imports can be restricted or delayed if they are dangerous, counterfeit, violate quarantine or classification rules, are banned or a customer did not pay tax on an item costing more than $1000.
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RUMOURS that Nando's is interested in opening a restaurant in Bromsgrove have been quashed.
Nando's, which specialises in chicken dishes, has hundreds of branches nationwide and opened a outlet in nearby Redditch in April.
The Advertiser has been contacted by residents who had heard rumours the Portuguese restaurant chain was looking to open an outlet in the town.
Some of the rumours had suggested Bromsgrove High Street as a possible location.
But in a blow for Nando's fans, a spokesman for the company has said the rumours are false.
The spokesman said: "Unfortunately, the rumours of us opening a restaurant in Bromsgrove are not true as we do not even have any provisional plans to open in that area."
The spokesman added that anyone who wanted to suggest the town as an area for a restaurant can do so by visiting the firm's website, nandos.co.uk/openings.


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Jeep has released sketches of two new concepts that it plans to reveal at the annual Easter Jeep Safari later this month. Jeep has already confirmed that one of the concepts will be a fully electric Wrangler and now we probably know its name, “Magneto”.
Jeep has released a teaser of the Wrangler Magneto but from this teaser it’s hard to tell if it’s actually the electric Wrangler. We also see a large hood scoop, so there’s a chance that the Wrangler Magneto concept is something more over the top.
“Design sketches give an early glimpse of the distinct and powerful performance concept vehicles that are set to debut at this year’s annual Jeep enthusiast event in Moab.”
The second concept doesn’t have a name yet, but the orange Wrangler concept features beadlock wheels, a bigger bumper with a winch and large fender flares.
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Featuring a five camera array that’s the most advanced HMD Global has developed to date, the Nokia 9 PureView is designed with photographers in mind.
HMD Global debuts a pair of new mid-range phones to tempt consumers.
One of HMD Global’s most popular devices now has a follow up.
Huawei has shown off the latest iteration of its ever evolving notebook brand.
The first response to Samsung’s folding phone has been fired and it comes from China.


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Jul. 19 – China coffee market offers incredible business opportunity for international coffee sector. According to a related reporting that’s revealed from both statistics of growing sales of households coffee machines and rising regular number of coffee consumption of Chinese customers. Our report at DCCC has previously revealed Coffee in China new trends with Chinese coffee importers as well.
China New Coffee Sensations Begins With “about the Show”
As Chinese metropolitan have embraced Western café drinking habits and streamed its practice of sophistication for coffee, a unique phenomenon is happening on the Mainland, the hot coffee has entered the daily life for many inner-city Chinese in seemingly quiet way in recent years. You don’t see huge adverting efforts, but you see the increasing enjoyable drinkers taken cups of hot coffee in Cafes situated in Beijing, Shanghai, etc. Chinese consumers are “more open to consuming coffee in trendy comfortable café” as Chinese experts indicates. Simultaneously, making coffee at home has entered many households in the inner-cities which are now formed as a part of the daily routine for many younger urban residents in particular. Although a majority of Chinese consumers don’t have the education to tell the difference between a cup of specialty coffee and a regular cup as a related reporting indicates. However, it’s not only about the taste of the coffee, but also about the taste of the place when sit-downs for a cup of coffee. It’s about to be in a place, it’s about the show, in this huge Chinese coffee market there is space for everyone.
Cafés Saloons and Households Used Coffee Machines Sale Well in China
Café chains and households are the primary consumers of coffee machines in China, according to data of China market research center. Café bars and home use still account for majority of the coffee machine market in China. The data further displayed that in China, commercial use accounts for more than half of all coffee consumption, with coffee chains taking up the lion’s share at around 38% and F&B following with a 16% market share. 35% of the market, second highest, is made up by household coffee consumption, while the office segment makes up the lowest percentage at 11%. However, café bars and household used coffee machine are occupied dominant sale position in China while foreign brands still lead the coffee machine market in China. Among others, fully automatic coffee machines and capsule machines on the top of the sales for individual use, according to a related China report.
Opportunities for Importing Coffee and Coffee Machines to China
China coffee market is offering a considerable growth opportunity, particular niches for coffee and coffee machines imports to China. Many chances in China coffee sector are rising high at present and near future, according to a related China reporting. Both importing coffee and coffee machines to China are not separated chains niches. As China market insiders point out that the coffee machine market in China is still a blue ocean with Chinese household coffee consumption is thriving. The unique niches in getting into China coffee sector are so obvious. First, China needs to import more coffee; Second, China needs to import fully automatic coffee machines and capsule machines into China. Particularly with China 2017 tax laws create better business environment for domestic and foreign brands alike in coffee businesses. Tariff Department of the Ministry of Finance in China (国家财政部关税司) reduced the tariff on 187 imported goods, including foreign coffee machines from 32% to only a 10% import duty. This is the unique chance to expand coffee business into China market. For those companies engaged in coffee, or coffee machines related products, this China coffee market potential presents substantial opportunities for coffee products or coffee machine companies concentrating on toward the inside the Chinese market. For China Coffee Machines Market Report Demand and Supply 2018-2023 available upon request, please contact with DCCC, or email to: firstname.lastname@example.org


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Basically, half of the developers in North America say they're very interested in the Kindle Fire. That's remarkable for a new device, and about the same level of interest as for the iPad just before its launch.Amazon shipped the Fire on Monday, a day earlier than planned. It met mixed reviews. The Samsung Galaxy Tab was the only Android-powered tablet that drew more interest than the Fire. Some 91 percent of developers were "very interested" in working with the iPhone, while 83 felt that way about Android phones. Those numbers have changed little from previous surveys. Though just 38 percent expressed interest in Windows Phone 7, that was an increase of 8 percentage points since June. RIM dropped 7 percentage points to 21 percent. The report credits Microsoft's partnership with Nokia for the increased interest, noting that Nokia's announcement of the Lumia Windows Phone 7 last month also drew high marks. Meanwhile, Ars Technica says that in trying to woo developers, Microsoft has issued a guide for translating iOS APIs to work on Windows Phone. For those looking to get into mobile app development, Dice blogger Leslie Stevens-Huffman offered this advice from Silicon Valley Code Camp.
Kindle Fire Sparks Developer Love
Though Apple's iOS still dominates the affection of mobile developers, Amazon's Kindle Fire has ignited plenty of interest. Research firm IDC and Appcelerator, a maker of cross-platform development tools, polled more than 2,100 developers on their choice of platform. Computerworld quotes Scott Schwarzhoff, Appcelerator's vice president of marketing, as saying:


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We are in the midst of another January sales storm. Can you be bothered to weather it? You wouldn’t be alone if you didn’t want to buy anything this time round. But is it really worth selling in these January sales?
The closing down signs in the windows of shops that never actually close down, the discount codes that arrive in your inbox, or nabbing store discount from a friend of a friend. There seem to be price reductions on the things you actually need all the time. So why should you wait to buy in January?
Do customers still shop in the sales?
A study by Toluna for Campaign found that only 37% of customers actually get excited by the January sales. In some cases, January sales can have the reverse effect on a brand when 64% of customers say they think ill of a brand when they find a product they have bought full price gets discounted only days later.
Whether January sales overall have a bad impact on business is up for interpretation. 66% of people surveyed said they did shop in the January sales. If you take a look at the statistics for purchases made in January they look almost positive.
According to the Office for National Statistics, the January 2017 figures look like they have dropped, but overall they are up on January 2016. The volume of sales have dropped on December figures, but you have to factor in people buying stuff for Christmas. But even then the figures haven’t dropped below March 2016. So the January sales are prompting customers to get their wallets out, just not at the same level as the excitement that Christmas brings.
The threat of Black Friday
Let’s not forget Black Friday, seen by many retailers as their most successful day of the year. John Lewis recorded their busiest ever single hour of online trading on a Black Friday. The record breaking signs are a clear indicator that shoppers are keen to bag themselves a bargain in the run-up to Christmas. By the end of the day online shoppers were up 3% on the previous year. All this indicates that customers are able to source the bargains before the January sales come around.
Should my business hold a January sale?
Not providing January sales, however, could be a sin if you are a retail business. Whilst stats show that customers shop the bargains on both the internet and in store, a business could be missing out on easy footfall if they don’t at least attempt a January sale. On the Boxing Day just gone shoppers were queuing outside Next at 12:30am! Whilst they wait they could be visiting your store...
All of this is great news for the customer! You can grab a bargain throughout the year with discount codes and the like, and still wait for the January sales to watch stores fight over your custom. And it’s good news for the retailer, January sales do attract customers. The biggest “promotion incentive” is still massive savings. Just don’t reduce the price so much you can’t afford it.


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From Holland to London to African itself, Dutch “wax” print fabric manufacturer Vlisco is proving African fashion.
The vibrant fabric lines of bold designs and energetic hues evoke both Africa’s heritage and a 21st century consciousness, according to an article in Business of Fashion.
A large part of Vlisco’s success is its knowledge of how African fashion works, the report said. Rather than being driven by trends as is the norm in other countries, African fashion is absent of trends. It is, instead, individualistic.
African women have always purchased the fabric that pleased them, and asked their tailors to make the clothing according to their individual style. While in other countries, such custom-made clothing would be considered exorbitantly expensive, in Africa the opposite is true. Goods such as fabric make up most of the expense, while labor is cheap.
And African women are happy to pay the prices for Vlisco fabric. In the Brixton neighborhood of London, which has a large African population, the colorful Vlisco fabric is sold in the African Queen Fabrics shop. Women buy up their favorites and have them made into clothing for themselves or gifts, or just to collect.
“Every Ghanaian woman of my mother’s generation collected hundreds of these fabrics,” said British designer Ozwald Boateng. “My mother literally had a room packed with these cloths.”
The majority of Vlisco’s sales, however – more than 90 percent – come from Africa, primarily Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast. Most fabric sales are made to wholesalers, who sell to market traders, who sell the fabrics in the open air markets. Working with locals, Vlisco has first-hand knowledge of the most popular areas and where new areas are likely to open up.
The company manufactures four brands of cloth: a high-end line that is made in Holland and sells for about $9 per yard, and three mid-range lines that are made in Africa and sell for about $6 per yard. By contrast, an inferior Chinese wax print cloth sells for $2 per yard.
Vlisco was bought by British equity firm Actis Capital in 2010. Its CEO, Hans Ouwendijk, said the company’s goal is to increase efficiency in its current markets and expand to areas such as Senegal, Mali and other high-growth areas around Nigeria.
“Out of the top 10 fastest growing countries in the world, seven are African,” Ouwendijk said. “It’s going to be a very interesting market.”
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EA is partnering with A.C. Milan and Inter Milan on the road to the release of FIFA 21. This confirms their kits, logos, and stadium will be in FIFA 21.
The two Italian clubs are the latest to receive multi-year partnerships with EA. In a June press release, EA and top Spanish football league La Liga announced a 10-year extension of their partnership deal. In a follow-up deal in July, EA announced their five-year partnership with the Spanish club Real Madrid. Unlike the earlier deals, the A.C. Milan and Inter Milan announcements do not specify the length of each multi-year deal.
What This Means
EA puts a lot of weight into authenticity, with a laundry list of league, club, and stadium partnerships and likenesses. Thanks to partnerships with FIFA and with many of the world’s larger football leagues, FIFA 21 will feature player likenesses even if they don’t have a partnership with that specific club. This multi-year partnership between EA Sports and A.C. Milan means that FIFA 21 has the rights to use those clubs’ exact uniforms and logos. It also means you’ll be able to play in the San Siro Stadium and not a generic likeness.
San Siro Stadium in Inter Milan Colors via EA Sports
From AS Roma to Roma FC
EA also announced today the end of their partnership with the Italian football club AS Roma. In FIFA 21 AS Roma will be replaced with the generic “Roma FC” in career mode and Ultimate Team . The Roma FC team will still have AS Roma’s real-life players but with only “related likenesses” now in FIFA 21. Roma FC will compete in Stadion Olympik (not to be confused with its real-world counterpart).
This isn’t the first club where EA has lost specific likeness rights. Last year, Konami’s eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer 2020 signed a deal with the Italian football club Juventus. This deal meant Juventus’ kits, badge, and stadium could not be used in FIFA 20, and EA used the generic “Piedmont Calico” as a replacement. Roma FC joins Piedmont Calcio in its vague relation to a real-life football club.
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Luxury jewellery consortium, the Houlden Group, has announced the appointment of Lizzie McAuley as the latest director to join the Board. McAuley joins the company with a wealth of industry knowledge obtained in her previous
International Luxury Group is seeking an International Sales Manager to head up one of our key sales divisions and work with one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of watches to both retailers and distributors Globally.
Peers Hardy is looking for two exceptional Regional Sales Executives for positions covering Scotland and North and also the North East of England. The company is one of the most innovative and entrepreneurial watch and


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Apple's rumored rival for Amazon Echo could include a camera
A new report claims Apple will include a camera in its upcoming rival product to the Amazon Echo connected speaker that could be used for facial recognition features.
The report adds that Apple could launch the products as soon as 2016, but it could also wait until 2017 to release the device, or even decide to cancel it beforehand.
This story seems to contradict another rumor about Apple's Echo rival from Venture Beat earlier this week, which stated that it would be included as part of a revamped Apple TV product.
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One of the most compelling opportunities today
Nufarm is an Australian company that specialises in chemical crop protection globally. It produces products to help farmers protect their crops against damage caused by weeds, pests and disease.
There are two key reasons we believe Nufarm is one of the most compelling opportunities in the Australian equity market today:
- Industry consolidation
- Omega 3 opportunity
This article explains why Nufarm is undervalued today and why we believe it will be a future winner for our investors over the medium term.
Why Nufarm is undervalued
If you invested in Nufarm at the start of the year it has been a tough investment. The share price has fallen almost 30% and Nufarm is trading at a substantial discount to its global peers.
The underperformance has been driven by two key issues:
- Australian drought - The Australian drought in 2018 significantly impacted Nufarm’s Australian earnings (~15% of total company earnings). The drought was a one in fifty year event. But investors need to remind themselves that droughts are cyclical in nature. They are not structural issues and whilst we do not know when it will rain, we like to take the contrarian approach of buying in drought and selling in rain.
Glyphosate concerns - Glyphosate is the world’s most commonly used herbicide. It has come under controversy this year following a US law suit against Monsanto, which ruled that ‘RoundUp’ (which contains glyphosate) caused a former school gardener’s cancer. Glyphosate products currently account for almost 20% of Nufarm’s earnings so this is an issue we are monitoring closely. To date there are no glyphosate cases against Nufarm.
Whilst controversial, we don’t believe there is any reasonable scenario where chemical crop protection is banned globally. Doing so could reduce global crop yields by 40% which would result in a global food shortage. The issue is multi-faceted, but we believe Nufarm is well-placed in any reasonable outcome from the controversy.
The Australian drought and glyphosate concerns have created a buying opportunity for medium to long term investors. Below we explain why we believe Nufarm will be a future winner for our investors.
The Global crop protection market is a US$50bn industry. The industry has traditionally been dominated by six large players including multinational brands such as Bayer, Syngenta, Monsanto and BASF. However, the crop protection industry has been going through a major period of consolidation over the past two years. Since 2016, the six largest players have consolidated to four.
Nufarm is a big beneficiary from industry consolidation. Less competition means a better pricing environment across the market. In addition, the frenzy of mergers and acquisitions across the industry has resulted in forced asset sales, giving Nufarm a once in a lifetime opportunity to buy high quality assets directly from competitors at great prices. With competitors distracted and internally focused, we believe Nufarm has an opportunity to gain market share as a focused, independent alternative supplier of crop protection to its customers.
Fish oil is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids. It is derived from sustainably caught unpalatable fish such as anchovies and other fish by-products and used predominantly as aquaculture feed in fish farms. Omega-3 is required to meet the world’s growing appetite for fish. However, as Chart 1 highlights, the world is short natural sources of Omega-3.
Nufarm has developed the World’s first plant-based source of Omega-3 in partnership with the CSIRO. Whilst there are competitive technologies being developed, Nufarm will be first to market, with patents beyond 2030 and regulatory approval for commercialisation expected in 2019.
In our view, the Omega-3 opportunity represents 40% additional upside to the current share price despite earning nothing today.
Nufarm has fallen over 30% this year and is currently undervalued versus its global peers. Whilst there are issues regarding the Australian drought and glyphosate concerns, we believe there is material upside to today’s share price. In our view, industry consolidation and the Omega-3 opportunity will provide significant earnings growth for the company. We believe Nufarm is one of the most compelling investment opportunities in the share market today.
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Bally has gone for big and bold with its new London flagship store. Situated on Regent Street, the latest Bally Haus concept store comes with a high degree of historical and contemporary artistic content.
Fast Retailing has cut its annual profit outlook as extra Covid restrictions in Japan and elsewhere dented footfall. But its nine-month and Q3 performances were broadly strong and Theory improved in the latest quarter.
It hasn’t taken long to hear who’s moving into the location that Superdry is vacating on Regent Street. Fast Retailing has just announced that it will be taking up residence with its Uniqlo and Theory brands.
Fast Retailing released H1 results on Thursday, plus its Japanese Uniqlo performance for March. Both reports showed the business is doing well in general, even if the H1 figures showed some smaller brands struggling.
Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing may have taken a 42% pandemic-linked hit in its latest year but it’s forecasting a 60%+ recovery in its operating profit in the current financial year that ends next August.
Fast Retailing is doing all it can to maximise sales opportunities for its brands and said Thursday that it’s adding sales space for its Theory and Comptoir des Cotonniers labels inside its Uniqlo Tokyo global flagship.


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Mahesh’s Kitchen, an upscale Indian restaurant offering a variety of authentic cuisine, will soon celebrate its one-year anniversary in September.
The Indian restaurant will hit its one-year anniversary Sept. 10 at its location in Sugar Land Town Square, 16019 City Walk, Sugar Land.
A 10-year process in the making, Mahesh’s Kitchen was named after Mahesh Puranik, who died in 2018 after long talking about opening a cafe or restaurant together with his sister and current Mahesh’s Kitchen co-owner Shubhangi Musale.
Opening Sept. 10, 2021, Mahesh’s Kitchen features many of Musale’s recipes, including traditional options such as palak paneer; goan prawn shrimp; murgh makhani, or butter chicken; Chinese noodle chat; mango habanero salmon; and toofani chicken sizzler. 281-937-7796. www.maheshskitchen.com


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Kori Unit 1, Korea’s first nuclear reactor, retires after 40 years of operation
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on June 19 that Kori Unit 1, Korea’s first nuclear reactor, ceased operations on the midnight of June 18 after 40 years of operations. The Ministry and Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power (KHNP) hosted a ceremony on June 19 at the Kori Nuclear Power Plant in Gijang-gun, Busan to declare th...
ICT exports jump 17.4 percent to new record for May
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on June 14 that exports of information and communication technology (ICT) goods surged 17.4 percent year-on-year to USD 15.4 billion in May, a new record for the month. Exports in the ICT sector, which broke the previous record of $15.3 billion, set in May 2013, advanced for seven consecutive mon...
Strong sales of eco-friendly cars boost auto exports in May
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on June 13 that exports of automobiles rose by 3.6 percent to $3.5 billion in May on strong sales of eco-friendly vehicles, marking the fourth consecutive month of growth. The number of vehicles shipped abroad increased 2.1 percent year-on-year to 221,237 in the meantime. The value of auto...
Retail sales advance 7.2% in April
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on May 30 that retail sales jumped 7.2 percent to 9.81 trillion won in April, led by a double-digit growth of online purchases. E-commerce sales, which account for about a third of the total retail sales, surged 15.4 percent in April from a year earlier as demand for summer products ...
Auto production, exports grow in April
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on March 16 that production of automobiles grew 3.8 percent in April from a year ago, driven by a 7-percent growth in exports. Five domestic automotive makers, Hyundai Motor, Kia Motors, GM Korea, SsangYong Motor, and Renault Samsung Motors, together manufactured 382,566 vehicles in April -...
Retail sales grow 6.9% in March
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on April 28 that retail sales rose by 6.9 percent to 9.9 trillion won in March with the growth of both in-store and online sales. Web-based sales, which account for a third of the total retail sales, jumped 12.3 percent in March compared to a year ago, while in-store revenues went up 4.4 p...
Auto exports soar for two consecutive months in March
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on April 18 that automobile exports, in terms of value, rose for two straight months in March due to increased sales of eco-friendly and mid- and large-sized vehicles. The total value of automobiles shipped overseas went up 4.1 percent to $4.1 billion year-on-year in March. Strong sales of ...
Korea to invest 464.5 billion won into system semiconductor segment
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on March 30 that the Korean government and industry will invest a combined 464.5 billion won into the system semiconductor segment by 2023. System semiconductors will be the key enablers of innovations of the upcoming Fourth Industrial Revolution. A total of 264.5 billion won will be...
Ministry launches ‘global networking series’ to bridge Korean tech suppliers and global firms
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on March 31 that the Ministry launched the “global networking series” to promote cooperation between Korean suppliers of electronic components and global companies for new opportunities created by industrial convergence in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Jointly organiz...
Online retail sales increase 16.3% in February
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on March 30 that online retail sales jumped 16.3 percent in February from a year ago while overall retail sales remained almost unchanged due to the decline in in-store purchases. Sales of Korea’s 26 major retailers inched up 0.1 percent year-on-year in February as online sales, whic...


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Stipulations in the proposed law are expected to result in better tax conformity, while removing the cascading effects of the current tax regime.
"The GST will make doing business in India tax neutral, irrespective of location. For a warehousing operator, investment decisions will no longer be dictated by the comparative tax advantages of various states, thereby enabling them to make decisions based on supply chain efficiencies," said Jasmine Singh, head – industrial & logistics services, CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd., in his article.
According to a survey conducted by CBRE on India's warehousing industry, more than 63 per cent of the respondents felt that GST would be positive for their overall business operations in India. They are hoping for reduced operating costs, and aiming to consolidate their facilities and expand their footprint around major consumption centres.
Approximately 45 per cent said that their cost of warehousing operations is likely to decline once the GST comes into play, while around 25 per cent were cautious and felt that it is too early to assess the actual impact. However, the majority of respondents said that they are already prepared for GST and would be able to align their business to the new regulations.
About 65 per cent believe that they will need a minimum of 3 to 12 months to align their existing business strategies with the new tax structure.
Close to 52 per cent of survey respondents currently have multiple warehousing facilities in one state/city. When questioned, 28 per cent of respondents said this is the most effective way to operate given the multiple local taxes involved. Close to 38 per cent of companies surveyed also feel that this is the most suitable mode of operation based on their current business model.
However, in the post-GST scenario, the concept of a mother warehousing hub for a region supplemented by spokes is expected to become more popular. Around 11 per cent of companies surveyed said they would prefer to adopt the hub and spoke approach in the post-GST regime, compared to only 6 per cent now.
"Once the GST comes into play, the focus of players is likely to be on supply chain efficiencies which will result in consolidation of warehouses. This will result in increased demand for larger, better quality warehouses thereby providing an ideal platform for the emergence of large scale nationwide players," added Singh.
The CBRE survey reiterates the fact that most warehousing players view the implementation of GST as a positive move. On the whole, the reform will be in the larger good of the sector resulting in the emergence of better quality, investment worthy assets. (KD)
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The internet of things is coming to your front lawn…literally. The market for devices that can connect your yard may be new, but it’s already rather interesting.
“ It all comes down to sensor technology,” says Lindsey Turrentine, editor-in-chief at CNET.com. “Sensors are getting small and cheap, and now they can be embedded in things like the ‘Eden.’”
The ‘Eden,” Turrentine says, is similar to a large stake that goes into the soil, and is powered by solar energy. Once it’s in the soil, it monitors soil and plants to keep track of nutrients, moisture, and whatever else you may need to know to maintain your yard.
“You can also partner it up with a smart valve,” says Turrentine. The valve connects to a hose or watering device, which helps ‘Eden’ turn on the water when it determines that the plants need water.
What else might be in store for smart yards in the future?
“These companies are just starting to figure out the answers to really tough problems,” says Turrentine. “How do you get your outdoor sensors to work over your home wifi? How do you keep water from damaging these devices?”
As they solve these problems, she says, more such devices will start to appear in the market.
“These things are going to be much more accessible in probably five years, maybe ten,” says Turrentine.
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If the company does make a Windows 8 tablet, it would embrace both the phone and computer versions of Windows 8 and perhaps demonstrate what advantage the common interface might hold for users.
Here's the quote as reported by Fast Company: "We have not announced any plans to introduce a tablet product on Windows or any other platform. But what is quite clear is that the digital experience that people expect today is one that spans multiple different environments: the phone, the tablet, the PC... Certainly, with Nokia's strength in mobility, this is an area we're looking at very closely, and hope to be able to talk more broadly soon about what our perspective is on how to approach that opportunity. It's a real opportunity."
It sounds like a non-denial confirmation that they will build a tablet. If he'd wanted to deny, he would have said, "We're not making a tablet." But he said, "We have not announced any plans to introduce a tablet," which is not only already known, but also doesn't actually answer the question.
Windows 8 App Fest in India
If Windows 8 lacks anything it's apps, and a Microsoft-sponsored App Fest in India this month will try to address that.
The 18-hour event in Bangalore calls for teams of up to four programmers to design and build apps for submission to a Microsoft team for review and possible submission to the Windows store, says as story in The Times of India.
Microsoft lags behind Apple and Android in the sheer number of applications written to the new touch-friendly operating system, so this event and others like it could put the company and Windows 8 itself on better footing.
Microsoft seems to be taking a more conservative approach with apps development for Windows Phone 8, with a preview program for the SDK kit for the phone starting next week that is open only to developers who have already published Windows Phone apps. Everybody else will have to wait until later this year when Microsoft unveils Phone 8.
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Tractor manufacturer John Deere has been using additive manufacturing in their prototyping for years, but have recently announced that they will be using AM in production parts. The parts in question are fuel system valves.
Read on to know more.
The thermal diverter valves are designed to maintain fuel temperature, which will enable the tractors to run better in cold weather. They will be installed on the new John Deere 6R and 6M tractors, which will be assembled at their plant in Mannheim, Germany.
The valves are printed as the interiors could not be manufactured with traditional machining processes. The interiors of these valves contain filleted interiors to enable better fluid flow, and manufacturing with milling would not be able to produce the filets and rounded internal features.
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“Our focus on innovation and sustainability is at the core of everything we do for our customers,” said Dr. Jochen Müller, manager of global digital engineering at John Deere.
“We are proud to be among the first in the agricultural industry to leverage the benefits of 3D printing for both prototyping and final-parts production. Leveraging industrial 3D printing platforms for polymers and metals, we are discovering opportunities to deliver more efficient, reliable and sustainable equipment.”
As mentioned before, John Deere has been using AM for a while now, especially in the fabrication of prototypes, jigs and fixtures for manufacturing.
They have also used AM for the development of windshield-holders, which has resulted in the reduction of pre-assembly time from 30 days to just 10, and a reduction in cost by up to 25 percent.
They plan to expand their AM ventures in the future with a range of other initiatives, such as fabricating plastic parts for testing purposes.
Additionally, the company has the long term ambition of developing a 3D printed digital warehouse.
“We have a huge spare part organization that is very, very interested in 3D printing,” said Jochen Müller, global digital engineering manager at John Deerer.
“Usually, we have spare parts in stock for roughly 20 years, sometimes even longer, and it’s very hard to predict what to do with the available stock and how to replenish stock if you run out.”
The valves are the first time a 3D printed component has been used in a production agriculture vehicle.


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News from the reigning English Premier League Champions this morning as Manchester City have announced they have agreed a deal with Puma to be the clubs kit supplier.
Puma will officially take over from Nike in July 2019. The deal will also see sister clubs, Melbourne City FC, Girona FC, Club Atlético Torque and Sichuan Jiuniu FC all kitted out in Puma kits from the 2019-20 season onwards.
Bjørn Gulden the CEO at PUMA said, “PUMA’s partnership with City Football Group is the largest deal that we have ever done – both in scope and ambition.”
Ferran Soriano the CEO of City Football Group“This announcement marks the start of an exciting new chapter for City Football Group.”
“Our relationship with PUMA, covering five City Football Group clubs across four continents, will reset the model for sports partnerships on a truly global scale whilst being locally relevant and authentic for fans around the world. PUMA share our vision for challenging expectations, and we are looking forward to what we believe will be a ground-breaking partnership.”
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A 143-foot private waterfront, room for a 75-foot yacht and direct ocean access are among the coveted amenities of 800 Diplomat Pkwy, recently sold by The Agency Collective’s Mark Block for $2,050,000—the highest-priced sale on Diplomat Pkwy in three years.
“Located within Hallandale Beach’s acclaimed Diplomat Golf Estates, the five-bedroom residence offers the ultimate waterfront lifestyle across the street from the soon-to-be-completed Jack Nicklaus Golf Course and SLS Resort and Condos,” Mark says. “Just a mile from the beach, the 7,400-square-foot house is a country club all its own, with a gym, pool, hot tub, steam, sauna and room to dock your yacht.” Nestled along a 250-foot wide canal, the property features exquisite landscaping, electric gates, a three-car garage and circular driveway.
Situated between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach is now among the most coveted markets in South Florida, experiencing an influx of upscale shops, restaurants and luxury developments. Forbes recently noted that Hallandale Beach is at the epicenter of a real estate investment boom, due to the city’s high-end amenities, central location and increasing scarcity of waterfront land in the Miami area.
“Hallandale Beach is rising in popularity, thanks in part to its picturesque beaches, thriving culinary scene and vibrant shopping destinations,” Mark adds. “Homes, such as 800 Diplomat Pkwy, offer an ideal location for boaters, golfers, and beach lovers alike. It’s no surprise prices are rising to match the quality of life in the city recently named by The Wall Street Journal as South Florida’s new luxury real estate hot spot.”
For more information on the Hallandale Beach market and available homes in the area, please contact Mark Block at [email protected].


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DAIRY Farm International will invest A$350 million (about HK$1.94 billion) over the next three years to develop the company's supermarket chain stores in Australia with a view to expanding its market share in the Australian retail market. Dairy Farm's Australian supermarket chain stores are the third largest retail network in the country. The network has a total of 240 stores. Its market share is 14.7 per cent. A spokesman for the chain store said the company planned to increase the number of stores to 300 and expand its market share to 20 per cent before the end of the century. - ECONOMIC JOURNAL SECURITIES analysts say Guangzhou Investment's profit for the 1994 financial year will show a gain of more than 40 per cent. However, the company's principal source of income remains property development and its stock price is not expected to outperform the current market conditions which are putting pressure on property stocks in general. - ECONOMIC JOURNAL A SPOKESMAN for Guangzhou Investment says it will offer Phase 3 of a residential development in San Po Kong for sale on May 14. Registrations will take place from May 5 to 11. Property sources predict that the average price will range from $5,300 to $5,400 per square foot.
- ECONOMIC TIMES A SPOKESMAN for Shanghai Petrochem says there is no need for the company to carry out large-scale maintenance projects in 1994 similar to those which were undertaken last year. This will significantly reduce Shanghai Petrochem's maintenance costs and subsequently lead to an increase in the company's production capacity by 40 days. Its profit is expected to go up by $100 million as a result. According to a market analyst, Shanghai Petrochem paid a higher price for its oil purchases in the 1993 financial year, 42 per cent up compared to 1992. However, the average increase in selling prices for the company's products was only between 12 and 22 per cent, raising doubts among analysts that Shanghai Petrochem is capable of passing the purchase cost increases on to customers. The share price of Shanghai Petrochem closed at $2.125 in trading on Tuesday, up $0.025 on the day. - ECONOMIC JOURNAL WAI Kee Holdings says it expects that its investments in the development of a toll road in Shenzhen and another in Foshan will begin generating profits in the 1994-95 financial year. Certain sections of the two toll roads have already been opened to traffic. Wai Kee expects that when the two toll roads are fully opened, total annual profit will be $50 million. - ECONOMIC JOURNAL WAI Kee Holdings signed a $300 million syndicated bank loan on Tuesday. The company said the money raised would be used to finance investment projects on the mainland, including two toll roads in Guangdong province. Part of the funds will be used as working capital for the company's general operations. - EXPRESS NEWS NEW World Development is considering the development of multi-storey residential properties in Nanjing in co-operation with the authorities there. New World will be required to invest at least 300 million yuan (about HK$266.4 million) in the project. Officials from Nanjing say that demand for multi-storey residential properties is strong. - SING TAO BANKING industry sources say that a $4 billion loan raised by New World Development for redevelopment of a site in Tsuen Wan which houses a dye plant will soon be offered for subscription by banks. New World will co-operate with HKR International on the project. - MING PAO ASIA Standard International has successfully raised $552 million in loans. The money raised will be primarily used for the company's development project at a site in Marble Road, North Point. - SING TAO HENDERSON Land will offer for sale 68 units in Block M of Phase 4 of Sunshine City in Ma On Shan, Sha Tin. Registrations will begin on Friday and last for seven days. Henderson offered 68 units in Block K and another 64 units in Block H and L at the beginning of April. The average price for the units was $6,000 per sq f. - ECONOMIC JOURNAL CHI Cheung bought back 220,000 shares at prices ranging from $3.875 to $3.950 per share on Monday. Chinese Estates repurchased 1.14 million shares at $7.75 to $8.10 each on Monday. It also bought back 320,000 warrants at prices between $4.10 and $4.40. Wheelock and Co repurchased 282,000 shares at prices ranging from $18.30 to $18.50 per share on Monday. Continental Mariner repurchased 70,000 shares at $1.82 each on Monday. - ECONOMIC TIMES KINSTAR Investments Ltd reduced its holdings in Companion by 10 million shares on April 20. Its stake in Companion has been slashed to 36.53 from 40.86 per cent. - ECONOMIC TIMES S G WARBURG recommends investors reduce their holdings in HSBC because of the company's heavy exposure to the troubled bond markets, the continued decline in the French property market, unfavourable interest rate spreads and the negative impact of a change in taxation. Warburg predicts that HSBC will only record a seven per cent growth rate in its profit for the 1994 financial year. - ECONOMIC TIMES CHINA Assets issued a statement on Tuesday clarifying that the sale of Grandbliss will not generate substantial profit for the company. It added that it was unable to explain the surge in its share price recently. - EXPRESS NEWS WHARF Holdings is involved in discussions with parties in Shanghai on the possible development of a major property project. It is understood that Wharf intends to develop a large shopping arcade with an estimated site area of more than 60,000 sq ft. Wharf sent representatives to Shanghai for a site visit last week. Hang Lung Development is also interested in developing luxury residential properties in the city. It is understood that the group also sent representatives for a site visit last week. - SING TAO HSIN Chong Construction says that in view of uncertainty in the property market the company will concentrate on developing government projects, which account for one third of the company's orders. Hsin Chong's orders on hand are estimated to be worth $3 billion. The company says it is not concerned about the correction in the property market because it has substantial government projects in its portfolio. - SING PAO CONSTRUCTION has begun on a large tourism project in Jiangsu in which China Everbright has a major investment. Gross investment is estimated at 300 million yuan (about HK$266.4 million) and China Everbright has an 85 per cent stake. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 1995. The project, provisionally named 21st Century Theme Park, is modelled on Disneyland. - ORIENTAL DAILY NEWS A SENIOR executive from Nanyang Commercial Bank says the increase in interest rates will have a psychological effect on speculators, forcing them to take a more cautious approach when entering the market. He predicts that residential property prices will undergo a 10 to 20 per cent drop this year. - MING PAO


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2014 will be the year that specialised ARM-based chips gather momentum in the server market. That was not good news for Intel as it scrambled at CES to maintain relevance in the mobile device market. The last thing it needs – but the next thing it’s going to get – is competitive pressure on server processors, an increasingly rare example of a growth market that it dominates.
ARM maintained a relatively low profile at CES, leaving center stage to companies, like Qualcomm, that license its microprocessor architecture and make the chips that rule the smart phone and tablet space. Or, like Samsung or Huawei or ZTE, that make those devices. It did have a small stand at the Pepcom press preview event, though, showing examples of wearable products – the breakout category at the show – that it powers.
“Our customers can build optimal solutions, that’s what happening in the server space”, said Jeff Chu, an ARM marketing executive. The idea is to build chips that are specifically designed for a particular kind of application: media servers, for example. The ARM architecture is more modular and adaptable than Intel’s x86 monolith, which gives it the flexibility needed to support the development of an increasingly complex server-side ecosystem.
Chu said that AMD will be shipping samples of an ARM-based server chip in the next couple of months, with full production expected later this year. Broadcom is also working on a server-optimised processor. The two companies have different takes on how to build chips that improve performance and reduce power consumption for particular server applications, according to Chu.


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Metallica Receive ‘Hardwired’ Platinum Plaques From ‘Record Executives,’ Release ‘Now That We’re Dead’ Video
At a Metallica show last month in New York's Nassau Coliseum, the band got a nice surprise when executives from their label Blackened Recordings showed up to present them with their platinum awards commemorating sales of one million units in the United States of their November album release Hardwired…To Self-Destruct.
And if the "executives" in the photo (above) look a bit familiar, that's because singer James Hetfield, drummer Lars Ulrich, guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo are the executives of Blackened Recordings, Metallica's very own independent label which they created in 2012 as a way to maintain control over their catalog when their major label deal expired.
It was in mid-April when Hardwired...To Self-Destruct was first confirmed by the RIAA to have gone platinum, having sold 290,000 copies of the record in its debut week last year. Each ticket purchased for their current Worldwired Tour comes with a copy of the album where fans were able to choose from digital or physical options. Hardwired…To Self-Destruct is the first hard rock or metal studio album released in the current decade to receive a platinum certification or better in the U.S.
In other Metallica news, the band have released a live video for their current single "Now That We're Dead," which was shot during the Worldwired Tour (watch below). The footage is culled from a variety of the stadiums the band has been playing since heading out on the trek. The group are in the midst of the North American leg of the tour right now, which will continue on through the summer before heading over to Europe with dates scheduled through next spring.
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Huge dead iguana found in freezer of gross Florida pizzeria
That wasn’t well thawed out.
A pizza joint in West Palm Beach, Fla., was temporarily shuttered last week after state inspectors found an 80-pound iguana stashed in the freezer, according to a report.
The dead reptile had been gifted to the owner of Pizza Mambo — and was being stored as a future snack in a separate freezer away from the restaurant’s food, an employee told the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
The pizza shop immediately trashed the creature when they were notified about the violation, according to the worker.
In addition to the iguana problem, the pizza joint was hit with 26 other violations, including for rodent droppings and dead roaches, according to the report.
The restaurant, whose license expired Dec. 1, was also found to have food with “mold-like growth,” the outlet reported.
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In December 2019, Conformis announced that it received a warning from the FDA regarding issues related to the VHP sterilizers that it uses as an alternative sterilization method for a small amount of products. The warning did not question product sterility, but prompted the Billerica, Mass.–based company to respond with its plan to replace the VHP sterilizers with the new Steris VHP LTS-V unit.
Last week, the company received notification from the FDA that its Steris VHP LTS-V onsite sterilizer is now cleared. Conformis said in the March 16 SEC filing that it plans to bring the new unit into service on or about March 31, as it processes different product groups over time while existing VHP sterilizers are decommissioned as appropriate.
VHP is used in low-temperature sterilization for a variety of medical instruments and materials, including polypropylene, brass and polyethylene. Unlike ethylene oxide, a carcinogen also used in low-temperature medtech sterilization, VHP emits no toxic by-products.


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Commentary: This is the last of my columns on CNET. It’s been quite an (almost) 10-year run.
Commentary: Paul Marcarelli, best known as Verizon’s “Can You Hear Me Now?” pitchman, says American companies make employees feel dispensable.
Commentary: The NFL is trying to make Day 3 of the draft more (at all?) interesting. So it’s letting teams make “entertaining” announcements.
Commentary: In two new ads, Apple plays up its app store’s security and its portrait camera feature.
Commentary: Thursday’s draft will feature the NFL’s new sponsor offering a special prize to the Pi Pick.
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Perhaps the best place to seek funds for a franchise opportunity is from the franchisor. As credit continues to be hard to obtain, more and more franchisers are becoming lenders, the New York Times reported this week. Others are cutting franchise fees or allowing owners to pay back the fees over time.
"Any small businessman is going to be very challenged getting financing without franchisor assistance," Ken Switzer, chief financial officer of Marco's Pizza Franchising, told the Times. "It's virtually impossible on their own, without our help."
The Entrepreneur also suggests looking into getting an unsecured business line of credit. This option is especially good for companies that need less than $100,000. Liquidating both personal and business assets are also options if a franchisee is hoping to save his or her company.
As reported by the International Franchise Association, franchisees will be seeking more than $10.1 billion in funds this year. Banks, however, will only lend $6.7 billion.
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Picture this: You sign into a travel metasearch site, where it may know your zip code, gender, e-mail address and preferred alliances, and after conducting a flight query, an airline may return offers for free Wi-Fi, reduced rates for premium seats and bag fees, or perhaps an upgrade, all personalized for you.
Airlines have done a bunch to make personalized offers to their own loyalty program members through email marketing and some pledge to do likewise through direct-connects, but now they are pushing to take what they term "traveler authentication" to metasearch sites, where perhaps they can attract new customers and more efficient bookings.
The effort is all part of a new Open AXIS Group committee dubbed the Customer-Centric Meta-Search Working Group, which is being sponsored by flight and hotel metasearch company Hipmunk and has additional participation commitments from American Airlines, Air Canada, US Airways, United Airlines, Skyscanner, MindTree, Goldenware Travel Technologies and others.
"Hipmunk is the lead-sled dog on this and could get some first-mover advantage," says Jim Young, executive director of the airline XML standards group, Open AXIS.
If tasking airlines and metasearch companies with the seemingly complex task of serving up personalized airline offers to travelers seems like pie-in-the sky, then Young counters that the organization already has been working on the initiative for a few months and hopes to see a beta in place with a couple of airlines and a metasearch company by March 2012.
The way Young envisions it, metasearch companies would furnish airlines with their users' profile information -- assuming consumers okayed such data-sharing -- and then airlines would provide consumers with personalized offers for amenities or ancillary services, perhaps based on their zip codes or other data.
"Large carriers are getting carpet-bombed for search requests and they are not able to bring back anything, but the lowest fare," Young says, adding they would love to have more information about who's asking them for information so they can provide more relevant results and engage in more effective merchandising.
With such personalized merchandising, metasearch companies, such as allied members Hipmunk or Skyscanner, would benefit from increased conversions, Young says. Kayak is not part of Open AXIS and so far is not participating in the standards effort.
Asked about the initiative, John Gustafson, US Airways' managing director of e-commerce and distribution, says, "We support traveler authentication, or more simply, delivering relevant products to customers at the right time."
And, a spokeswoman for American Airlines confirmed it is "interested" in the working group and will indeed participate.
Young says the working group would create XML standards to accommodate traveler authentication for airline queries in metasearch, but that wouldn't be where the heavy lifting would take place , and would amount to perhaps 20% to 40% of the group's efforts. The XML standards would be published when completed.
However, the main focus of the working group would be on coming up with the business requirements for airlines and metasearch players to bring the proposition to life, Young adds, noting that deciding on how each airline would be able to merchandise their products would be high on the agenda.
Hipmunk, which is sponsoring the working group, "hasn't decided on any particular products that would use personalized queries and certainly hasn't decided on any timing," says Adam Goldstein, Hipmunk co-founder. "The purpose of our attendance is to help understand what's possible and then help formulate things that will make an even better experience for our users."
This personalization push will be a key future direction, Goldstein says.
"We think personalized travel search is going to be increasingly important," Goldstein says. "There's no sense in showing people options that aren't relevant to them and that we know they'd never want to take. That's been our philosophy since the beginning and why we sort by 'Agony' to provide the best options. However, it's relied entirely on business logic on our end. We look forward to potentially integrating what our users tell us they want with the APIs of our suppliers."
Sounds like traveler data could be replacing business logic as a more effective and personalized marketing tack.


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Lasse Liljedahl, Game Director for Surviving the Aftermath, penned a letter to players updating them on the game’s development and revealing its Steam Early Access launch date! As promised, Surviving the Aftermath will be available on Steam in late 2020; October 22nd to be exact. A new trailer was also unveiled on the Paradox Interactive YouTube channel. The survival strategy game allows players to build up their home base and defend against different kinds of enemies. The trailer highlights some of the build and combat mechanics.
Early Access for the game has been available on Xbox Game Preview and the Epic Games Store since PDXCON 2019. Monthly content updates have come out since then, which Liljedahl notes were made possible by player feedback over the last seven months. He says expanding to Steam support “allows even more players to get involved during this phase of development where there’s still time for us to act on your feedback.” For PlayStation 4 users, launch details are promised to come as the release date gets closer. The official launch date for Surviving the Aftermath was pushed back to 2021 due to the impact of COVID-19.
Liljedahl speaks to some of the development changes since quarantine standards have been in place, saying “…development has been affected with everyone working from home during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, no one has taken ill thus far, and we’d very much like to keep it that way.” Despite these challenges, developers were able to add a good amount of content since the initial Early Access launch. Additions include trading, vehicles, an enhanced tech tree, society leaders, colony combat, colonist behaviors, and hostile wildlife. Liljedahl also lists highly requested additions that came to fruition, such as “underground resource extractors, malnutrition, and prioritizing adding combat sooner rather than later.”
He closes out the letter enthusing about the changes to come as the development team continues to work with community feedback. To read the full letter, or find more updates, visit the official Surviving the Aftermath website. Steam users can wishlist the game now on its Steam page.


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Category: New Cars
Far away from the hubub of the New York Auto Show, Toyota has released a facelift for its station wagon version of the new Corolla. Of course, it’s not for us.
Not too long ago, Dodge had to curb new orders from dealers for both the Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcats. As of now, 1,000 more on on their way.
Tesla hasn’t had the best time in China as of late, a situation the automaker is looking to remedy as quickly as possible.
Been waiting a while for your BMW i8? You might not be waiting for too much longer.
Like it or not, compact SUVs, particularly B-segment vehicles, are the segment to be in right now. They may be anathema to enthusiasts in the developed world, but in developing markets, their is no hotter property. In Brazil, where the Renault Duster and Ford Ecosport have reigned supreme, the market has just gotten a bit more crowded.
A few days shy of April 1st, Mercedes-Benz has announced that they will build a luxury pickup truck for world markets.
We don’t have the rights to run the spy photos of the Scion iA concept, but you can check them out here. The above rendering, from TopSpeed, is 99.9% accurate, for better or for worse. On the surface, it looks like an uglier version of the Mazda2 sedan, with the unfortunate catfish maw grafted on in place of the rather handsome Mazda front end treatment. The on paper sepcs aren’t exactly thrilling either.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the auto industry outperformed national greenhouse gas emissions standards for a second consecutive year.


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The tourism industry is one of the hardest hit sectors by the pandemic, as travel and tourism activities during the early months of the quarantine were limited. Moreso, this coincided with the peak summer season where tourists usually flock to destinations to cool off and unwind with their friends and families, resulting in tourism businesses including SMEs to struggle and bow to the loss of income and revenue.
Fortunately, more and more places in the country are now gradually opening to accept tourists and many SMEs are preparing to start their operations again. In support of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) efforts to boost local travel, Globe myBusiness celebrates tourism businesses that are hard at work in preparing their establishments for safe, leveled-up and recreated tourism experiences with the launch of Business Diaries.
Business Diaries features pioneering Filipino boutique hotel brand, The Henry Hotel, and its owner and “inn-keeper” Hanky Lee as he shares his inspirations and approach in running his properties, and how technology plays a role in every successful business. Through this, SMEs can be inspired by how The Henry Hotel strives to keep up with the times to ensure a safe and like-no-other experience for their guests.
“The Henry is more than a hotel. It stands for certain values: Filipino values, a Western mind, a Latin heart, and an Asian soul. We are innovative, passionate, and honest in doing our part in making local travel safe and responsible. Through Business Diaries, I hope to impart valuable insights that other business owners can also apply on their own ventures as they strive to rebuild,” said Hanky Lee.
Other tourism business owners will also get the chance to share their own versions of their Business Diaries via Facebook and Instagram story templates, which will be available soon on Globe myBusiness’ social media accounts.
“Globe myBusiness has launched the Business Diaries to educate tourism business owners on the best practices to adapt in the new normal and inspire them to thrive in these changing times,” said Maridol Ylanan, Strategy and Marketing Head for Globe myBusiness. “Together with our products and services, we aim to help them recreate travel experiences by providing best-in-class connectivity and digital solutions to address the evolving traveler needs.”
Follow Globe myBusiness on Facebook or check out Globe myBusiness on YouTube to watch Business Diaries featuring The Henry Hotel.
For more information, please contact:
Yoly C. Crisanto
Head, Corporate Communications
Globe Telecom, Inc.
Leaders of the Philippine tourism industry, together with Globe myBusiness stakeholders, gathered to explore and champion technological solutions that will help shape the future of Philippine tourism. The jam-packed event, which was held last March 21, 2019 at the SMX Convention Center in SM Aura, saw travel and tourism experts take the stage.
Each speaker painted a big picture of what the local tourism sector is like nowadays, and how technology can catapult the industry to greater success. Time to heed their advice:
Ernest Cu, president and chief executive officer of Globe Telecom, said that the warmth of the Filipinos and their heart for service have been a major driving force for the tourism sector. “We need to develop the facilities—that’s something that our government is doing, and we’re helping with [that]. I believe our people are the warmest, most welcoming people there are. We need to acknowledge and make the most out of that.” He went on to add that Globe’s initiatives and product offerings are geared towards making the tourism sector more efficient, and in turn, making it more lucrative. “We at Globe would like to support this industry because [it] needs a lot of updating [for it to adapt to] the digital world. Digital is changing how things are done.”
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat was the keynote speaker for the event. She generously painted a picture of how the efforts to revive Boracay was painful at first, but it has benefitted the destination in the long run.
She stressed that sustainable tourism is the core of the country’s tourism campaign. “We will be advocates of responsible tourist destinations and we will be champions of sustainable tourism to create a dependable source of income for Filipinos. She also cited that the bayanihan spirit of the Filipinos is perfectly aligned with the department’s efforts to reduce tourism’s carbon footprint without sacrificing the booming industry. She further added, “With all the positive changes that we aim to bring forward in the next four years, we invite the private sectors to be our partners in responsibly developing tourism products, infrastructure and services.”
Filipinos are fond of giving unsolicited advice or tips, and as Destination Marketing Manager for TripAdvisor Gary Cheng said, the strength of TripAdvisor lies in its authenticity—the reviews it gets from its users. While most people are spurred to write a review just to criticize, users are able to discern and choose which ones to believe. Ultimately, this sways their decisions on what to do or see, or where to go or stay.
“We are a prisoner of our own tourism,” Raoul Villegas, executive director of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) boldly stated. He went on to say that government support is crucial when it comes to keeping up with the demands and standards that tourists have come to expect when traveling. There is also a need to improve on a number of aspects, like adding more airports, for instance.
Desiree Bandal, head of Government Policy and Government Affairs of Air Asia, echoed what most Filipinos love: getting the most bang for one’s buck. Low-cost airlines have opened the doors for more Filipinos to travel, while prioritizing experience over luxury. No-frills airlines such as Air Asia create this exciting opportunity.
In recent years, Instagram has created avenues for small businesses to flourish. Alexander De Leon, product marketing manager of Instagram Asia-Pacific, said that the hugely successful social media platform can drive customers—by the droves—to your business. Instagram posts, Stories, promos, links, and even geotagging greatly helps create awareness. Employing Instagram ads also puts your business in front of your target market without much effort.
Gino Borromeo, McCann Worldgroup Philippines’s chief strategy officer, presented trends in traveling. According to Borromeo, solo female travelers and “babymoons,” among other trends, are taking precedence this year. But one thing has remained constant: experiential traveling. An ideal destination need not just be Instagrammable; it must be also unique and memorable enough for a fickle-minded traveler to bookmark.
In the talk of Hanniel Almasco, Master in Public Management and environmental officer of El Nido Resorts, she stated that even with the growing number of visitors that head to El Nido, Palawan, environmental protection is an attainable goal with the help of tourists . Partnering with tourists to promote responsible tourism can also be done elsewhere.
Some stakeholders unfortunately put profit above all else. However, AA Yaptinchay, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and executive director and founder of the Marine Wildlife Watch Philippines, warned that disregarding the environment might seem cost-effective at first, but that also means essentially killing off your livelihood in the long run.
Proper protection of marine life, for instance, will benefit both the ecosystem and the stakeholder. As a tropical country, the Philippines has a diverse ecosystem. Marine creatures, like sea turtles and colorful corals, are great tourist attractions, said Yaptinchay. But while these are pretty to look at, tourists should be mindful enough not to disturb or destroy them; and stakeholders have the responsibility to protect this biodiversity if it is to continue being a tourist attraction.
Michelle Tapia, head of Strategy, Innovation and Transformation of Globe myBusiness, reiterated the company’s commitment in providing what small and medium enterprises specifically need. According to Tapia, startups have the urge to drive down expenses while maintaining their competitive edge. “SMEs have a very diverse and unique set of needs,” she explained. “We want to make sure that the challenges of aspiring new entrepreneurs, like providing digital material, selling online, operational efficiency, will be provided. We also have the business solutions for traditional entrepreneurs who want to scale or expand globally.”
For more expert advice, sign up to Globe myBusiness Academy today.
While it is easy to get lost in all these, hoteliers adapt by turning their own accommodations into destinations themselves. It takes a lot to add one feature after another while pleasing target markets and earning a steady flow of patrons. However, it’s not impossible.
This is what The Henry Hotel has done in the course of its expansion from Cebu to Manila. Within a humble compound in Pasay City, Mr. Hanky Lee, the hotel’s owner and chief executive, created a boutique hotel from restored heritage homes.
Check out these five tips on how to transform your hotel into a perfect destination from Hanky himself, and learn how you can achieve success:
Ambiance plays a key role in attracting guests, because they often consider hotels as their homes for the interim of their stay. This is why investing in that home-like ambiance through design, service and amenities is crucial for hoteliers.
In the case of The Henry Hotel, Hanky revealed that giving attention to detail turned out especially well for them. He says that their mantra is to make sure that every room always looks brand new.
On top of that, The Henry Hotel is also in a strategic location that accentuates its home-like vibe. Even with the addition of a restaurant, garden, pool, and gift shop, the hotel was able to maintain an ambiance that screams home thanks to its environment.
“The Henry Hotel Manila is what I consider a jewel. It is a magical place. You’re right in the city, but you find birds chirping and mature trees. It’s like an oasis that’s like no other. You do not see this kind of ambiance in Metro Manila anymore,” Hanky says.
Change is the only thing that’s constant in the world, and this statement applies greatly to hotels. Adapting to the current market demands and creating something new out of what you already have is important for your establishment to survive and prosper.
Reinvention should be welcomed because it is a way to positively develop as a business. For hotels, it can be done in simple ways like adding new facilities, changing up interiors, or using technology to improve overall service.
For The Henry Hotel, reinvention came in a unique way. In its Manila hub, it mixed vintage glamour with modern luxury through its restored heritage homes — something that not every competitor can offer.
“If you want to get into hotels [and] you have a certain location in mind, I suggest you take a good look around and check your competition. After that, you have to determine what type of lodging facility and guests they have, and see what you can bring to the table,” Hanky says.
Filipinos are known around the world for their hospitality and their great way of welcoming guests to the country. Even big names in the international hotel industry recognize this, opening jobs for Filipinos in top-notch tourist destinations.
Mastering hospitality is essential for every hotel, and it can be done by training your service crew adequately. With the right approach and use, Filipino hospitality can go a long way, especially for local hoteliers.
According to Hanky, playing to your strengths is important when running a hotel. This was clearly shown in how The Henry Hotel’s crew conduct themselves in the presence of guests. They are approachable, knowledgeable, helpful, and optimistic.
“One notable feature we have is leveraging on the Filipino. As we all know, [we] Filipinos have this innate talent or knack for hospitality. We do not have foreigners who work for us. It’s all Filipinos,” Hanky says.
Doing business is more than just earning profit; it’s about fulfilling a mission that’s beyond any monetary gain. With a purpose in mind, entrepreneurs have more reason to keep going not only for themselves, but also for their teams.
Hanky built The Henry Hotel out of his love for the Philippines. Among the things that keep him going is the fact that the world has not yet seen how beautiful the Philippines is.
“I’ve been lucky enough to travel around the Philippines. Our country is really beautiful. Wherever you go, it is blessed with natural resources and sights. Our people’s hospitality is authentic and the way we take care of our guests is second to none. One feature of our hotel is that it celebrates the Philippines,” Hanky says.
In addition, Hanky reveals that they tap local artists when developing the designs for their hotels, making sure that their interiors are authentically Filipino. They also work with social enterprises that extend a helping hand to marginalized communities.
Take these tips to heart and transform your hotel into a perfect destination! Steer your way to success with help from leading experts in the field of tourism. Sign up to Globe myBusiness Academy Online and receive exclusive content that will help your business succeed.
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Mahindra Bolero will be launched in new avatar, equipped with these features
Mahindra is preparing to launch its new version of Bolero. According to LiveMint's report, the new Mahindra Bolero has been created by looking at the next crash test norms. Its Avala will work on its BS-6 norms. Dr. Pawan Goenka, Managing Director of M & M (Mahindra & Mahindra) has also stamped these information related to the new Mahindra Bolero.
Mahindra Bolero was first launched in the Indian market in 2000. Since then, there have been small changes in this car. So no official information has been revealed about the new Mahindra Bolero, but it is expected that the new Mahindra Bolero will work on the new Gen3 platform. According to the reports, Thar, who comes to the Indian market, will also work on this platform.
The design of the new Mahindra Bolero will not be changed. Let us tell you that even after the old design, Bolero is one of Mahindra's best-selling cars. This is the reason why the company wants to retain its car's DNA. Current-generation Bolero is one of the most popular cars in India's Tier-II and Tier-3 cities.
New Mahindra Bolero can be launched in the first three months of the year 2020. However, its test mule has not been seen yet.
The post Mahindra Bolero will be launched in new avatar, equipped with these features appeared first on NewsCrab.


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For Immediate Release:
8 March 2018
Nirali Gada; [email protected]
Shambhavi Tiwari; [email protected]
On International Women’s Day, PETA India Award Commends Magazine for Celebrating Breast-Feeding
Mumbai – Today, International Women’s Day, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India is honouring Malayalam magazine Grihalakshmi with its 2018 Good Mother Award for highlighting the importance of human breast milk to infants’ health. The publication recently featured on its cover a photo of model Gilu Joseph in which she appears to breast-feed a baby.
A copy of the award is available upon request.
“Mothers of each mammal species naturally produce the perfect food for their own babies, so human mothers who breast-feed can be proud of their innate ability to nourish their infants,” says PETA India spokesperson and vegan mother Neha Singh. “Often, when children are bottle-fed, they are given milk from cows or buffaloes, which is nature’s perfect food for calves but can cause health problems including allergic reactions, diarrhoea, and anaemia in human babies. Dairy formula may also be diluted with contaminated water, risking illness and even death. Helping human mothers feel good about breast-feeding their children enables them to keep future generations healthy and strong!”
Human consumption of dairy “products” is linked to an increased risk of suffering from juvenile diabetes, allergies, obesity, heart disease, and cancer. Babies have difficulty digesting bovine milk, and drinking it can make them anaemic, while most adults lose their ability to digest milk altogether after infancy. Because of its health disadvantages, the late Dr Benjamin Spock, the world’s leading authority on child care, denounced feeding cows’ milk to children. What’s more, babies who are breast-fed by mothers who drink cows’ milk may suffer from colic.
PETA India – whose motto reads, in part, that “animals are not ours to eat” – notes that supporting breast-feeding mothers can also help prevent animal mothers and their babies from suffering in the dairy industry. On today’s dairy farms, farmers repeatedly forcibly impregnate cows and buffaloes through traumatic artificial insemination – which is rape. They also commonly inject cattle with oxytocin to force them to let down more milk, causing them painful muscle contractions similar to those experienced during labour. And they typically tear calves away from their loving mothers shortly after birth so that humans can steal the milk that nature meant for them. If the babies are female, they are often fed milk replacer and will go on to be treated as milk machines themselves, just like their mothers. If they’re male, farmers generally abandon them, let them starve to death, or sell them to be reared for beef. When mother cows’ and buffaloes’ milk production wanes, they, too, are often sold for beef or abandoned, or they end up at severely crowded goshalas.
For more information, please visit PETAIndia.com.


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Selfies lovers will be happy to see touchless technology that can take snaps from 10ft. Swedish company has developed an app for Apple devices considered to be the best solution for selfies. The app detects and keeps track of different gestures with touchless A3D software.
Selfies fans are increasing day by day and people are becoming addicted to selfies. Here is something that can seriously help the selfie lovers. A Swedish start-up has developed an app that lets people take their snaps without the need of click on the phone. The app is developed for Apple devices which is a touchless technology that lets you take picture from a distance by just using a hand gesture. The app is named GoCam and developed by Crunchfish.
You may take the snaps from the distance of 10ft. The company has launched it as a free app which is currently available only in Sweden and Australia. The popularity for the gestures recognition apps has been increasing since last decade and Microsoft’s Kinect is the pioneer in this field. The app detects different gestures with the help of touchless A3D software. The technology picks up the particular movement from video stream of the mobile phone’s camera. The movement may be the wave of hand. It requires no hardware changes at all.
According to the chief executive of Crunchfish, different mobile vendors are trying to use touchless technologies in the different apps on their mobiles. This can lead to a new paradigm in the mobile device.