Pol Theis, the notable eclectic interior designer, is featured in Nicole England's latest book Resident Dog 2, a great new coffee table book that presents amazing homes and the dogs who live there.

Located in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, David Dardashti owns and operates an ibogaine clinic that both offers treatment to those struggling with addiction and mental health, it also conducts regular research used to conduct the most optimal protocol

Rochford intends to unseat Kathy Castor

Russell W. Hawkins Jr. lends years of expertise to his work with the South African Government

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Melissa M. Verpile is a sought-after consultant and policy expert

The Ararat Alliance has petitioned the UN Secretary-General to help Armenian refugees return to Karabakh, suggested a unique project benefitting both Azerbaijan and Armenia: International Inter-Faith Peace Park

Footage Foundation (Footage) invites the public and media to a dialogue event -- "Gender Equity through Dialogue" on Wednesday, 20th March from 12:30-2:00 pm at Church Center for the United Nations, Ground Floor, 777 United Nations Plaza, NY 10017.

Canadian Author and Publisher Howard Rotberg, in his fifth book, continues his work on ideologies, culture and values, to clarify the culture wars now plaguing the West.

Khalil Derbel, MA, is lauded for his dedication to foreign affairs and linguistics

Best-selling author Frances Fuller lived and worked in the Middle East for 30 years. She offers an insider's view of the situation there and provides some surprising insights that traditional media does not cover.

Chairman Man-hee Lee of Shincheonji Church of Jesus delivered a powerful message on the fulfillment of the Book of Revelation while on a trip around the world.

Best-selling author Frances Fuller lived and worked in the Middle East for 30 years. She offers an insider's view of the situation there and provides some surprising insights that traditional media does not cover.

Dr. Miguel Ángel Corzo has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in consulting

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Best-selling author Frances Fuller offers an insider's view of assisted living and a unique outlook on aging, based on her own experience. Her insights are penetrating and deal with issues that many seniors and their families are concerned about.

The recent ruling of the Court of Justice of the EU removing Dmitry Pumpyansky from the EU sanctions list bolstered the arguments of U.S. experts about potential unfairness and inefficiency of individual sanctions against Russian businessmen.

Edward A. Corcoran is a noteworthy entrepreneur specializing in energy surveys and strategic analysis

Advocating for Justice and Calls for Global Awareness of the Palestinian Struggle

David Sedgwick Lobel-Mandrake and Dr. Lana Lubimoff appointed to leadership roles at the International Society of Diplomats, advancing global diplomacy.

Loren O. Stoddard serves as the director of general development for Sudan at the United States Agency for International Development

Graham's new book is an intriguing and informative "must read" from a woman who is probably the best-informed American on the terrifying realities concerning Vladimir Putin's motivations and his control over Trump.

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Traditional marketing methods like generic ads, open houses and run-of-the-mill online listings are effective but often not enough to set you apart in an ever-changing and competitive real estate landscape.  Let’s explore three modern marketing strategies that can help you secure more listings in today’s real estate market. Live-hosted virtual tours Research shows that 97%…

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Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. REALTORS® are no strangers to marketing—it being an essential part of growing your business. Seasonal marketing, however, is not always everyone’s cup of tea. While it might be…

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Everyone—especially agents—knows the feeling of having two seemingly identical sessions of business-building create vastly different results. Two hours of door-knocking one week might land you half a dozen hot leads, while a similar session the next week leaves you empty handed with ears ringing from all the door slammed in your face. Many agents are…

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As Trump’s victory over Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris became apparent on Wednesday, bond markets reacted sharply. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield jumped to 4.479%, its highest level since July, according to news reports. Mortgage rates responded in kind, with the average 30-year fixed rate rising to 7.13% on Wednesday, up nine basis points…

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From left, Kuba Jewgieniew, Cory Vasquez and John Featherston. Photo by AJ Canaria In a panel discussion at RISMedia’s CEO & Leadership Exchange this past September, key industry executives came together to tackle the pressing topic of creating and maintaining strong company cultures in real estate. With the focus on culture, collaboration and leadership, Kuba…

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With a recent interest rate decrease from the Fed and slowing inflation, consumers’ economic hopes saw a significant increase in September. Consumer sentiment rose 3.2% in September, from 67.9 in August to 70.1, according to the University of Michigan’s latest report. This is the second consecutive month of increase, following August’s rise of 1.5 points,…

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A key skill to being a real estate agent is judging a buyer’s mood. So how are consumers feeling on a wide scale?  Consumer sentiment dipped slightly in the early days of October 2024, from 70.1 to 68.9, per the latest report for the University of Michigan. This monthly change comes in below expectations; median…

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How are consumers feeling overall, and how does that translate to a real estate sale? The question is multifaceted, but asking it could be key to learning where buyers stand as the election fast approaches. The consumer sentiment index indicated yet another rise, for the third consecutive month, per the University of Michigan’s survey of…

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Remember the days of 3% mortgage rates? As a relieved nation emerged from the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, along with it came those historically low average mortgage rates below 5.00%, 4.00% or even sub-3.00%. But as inflation began to increase so too did mortgage rates, rising to nearly 8.00% in 2023 and 2024, their highest…

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Fashion Dot showcased its advanced tailoring CAD software and laser cutting machines at GTE 2024. These machines allow tailors to input measurements and auto-generate cutting diagrams, improving accuracy, reducing costs, and eliminating manual work. The company offers customer support and regularly updates its software to include new garment models.

Ralph Lauren Corporation reported Q2 FY25 earnings per diluted share of $2.31, up 5 per cent YoY on a reported basis, and $2.54 adjusted, a 21 per cent increase. Net revenue rose 6 per cent to $1.7 billion, while gross profit reached $1.2 billion with a margin of 67.0 per cent. Regional revenues grew, driven by strong results in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Canada Goose has reported a 5 per cent YoY revenue drop to CAD $267.8 million (~$192.43 million) in Q2 FY25. Direct-to-consumer revenue declined 5 per cent, and wholesale revenue decreased 15 per cent due to planned inventory adjustments. Gross margin fell to 61.3 per cent. Revised FY25 guidance forecasts a slight revenue change, with adjusted EBIT margin at -60 to +60 basis points.

Leading global fashion brands are looking to Asian markets beyond China, with 67 per cent of respondent fashion executives citing promising growth prospects in India in 2025, The State of Fashion 2025 report says. Japan’s luxury boom will likely continue into 2025. But next year will be turbulent for global fashion and a deep sense of uncertainty persists amongst fashion industry executives.

Sri Lanka’s garment exports reached $3,479 million in Jan-Sept 2024, a 4.0 per cent increase from the previous year. However, textile exports declined by 15.9 per cent, totalling $224.3 million. Imports of textiles and clothing rose significantly, with textiles up by 18.2 per cent. In 2023, garment exports dropped by 19 per cent to $4,440.6 million, and textile imports fell by 22.6 per cent.

Australia's apparel and clothing imports rose 3.43 per cent YoY to $3.368 billion in July-September 2024, despite a slight drop in September. Imports of textile yarn and related articles also increased by 4.11 per cent, while fibre imports fell 6.06 per cent. Exports of textile fibres saw a 7.69 per cent decline, continuing a downward trend from the previous fiscal year.

US textile and apparel imports fell by 0.80 per cent to $80.449 billion from January to September 2024, compared to $81.094 billion in 2023. Apparel imports dropped by 2.57 per cent, while non-apparel imports rose by 4.55 per cent. China remained the top supplier, despite a 2.28 per cent decrease. Growth was seen in imports from Cambodia, Pakistan, India, and Vietnam.

In the first nine months of 2024, US textile and apparel exports fell by 2.76 per cent to $17.363 billion, down from $17.856 billion in 2023. While exports to Mexico rose by 2.86 per cent, shipments to major markets like Canada, China, and the Dominican Republic declined. Apparel, fabric, and yarn exports all saw decreases. In 2023, exports fell by 5.02 per cent, following growth in 2022.

Changing seasons are hard on the body, especially when your immune system is not at its best. But, did you know that your house is making you sick? The dust mites, mold, cockroaches and pollens could be the foremost reasons for your headaches, congestion, sinus and even mental health.The interesting part is that these culprits continue staying in your house making you sick long after the allergy season is over. The situation can worsen to trigger allergic asthma.