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.

The global organization's Houston chapter gathered people from all ages to walk around Hermann Park promoting world peace and harmony.

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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.

18th of September World Peace Summit will be celebrated in South Korea and various locations worldwide reaching 122 countries.

The global NGO will commemorate its 10th anniversary to working toward global peace by gathering leaders all over the world. Leaders from religious, political, and social sectors will work together to develop lasting peace initiatives.

Upcoming Celebrations to be held, Seoul, South Korea – On September 18, 2024, the 10th Anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit will be celebrated in South Korea and various locations worldwide reaching 122 countries.

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

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Releasing today, the latest episode of Take It Or Leave It, titled "Joy," unpacks the pivotal events of summer 2024 and continues Dr. Barbara Taber's unparalleled election season coverage and commentary.

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Photo credit: AJ Caneria  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. As a real estate professional, attending industry events like RISMedia’s 2024 CEO & Leadership Exchange offers unlimited opportunities to expand your network and elevate…

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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. Halloween presents a fantastic opportunity to inject fun and creativity in your real estate marketing efforts. Whether through spooky virtual tours, in-person Halloween-themed open houses or trick-or-treat events…

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Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate has announced the launch of a new brand campaign and tagline, emphasizing their 99% client satisfaction rating and deep understanding of homes. This campaign further connects the trusted reputation and quality synonymous with the iconic Better Homes & Gardens media brand, which engages more than 42 million print and…

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Mike Fabbri just likes to make people happy. If he can get them into a home as their buyer agent or guide them to a closing as their seller agent, it’s win-win. But it’s his self-professed hobby as a matchmaker that gives him a unique identity. And on the occasion when he doubles up, helping…

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Well known for his prowess as a real estate executive, many also know Gino Blefari for his power to inspire and motivate, readily sharing his personal strategies for staying physically and mentally strong in the face of any challenge. During RISMedia’s 36th Annual CEO & Leadership Exchange in Washington, D.C., in September, where more than…

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Sometimes the best way to structure your day doesn’t spring immediately to mind—a “workflow,” or a planned series of activities that help you complete a task, is needed. You may need a way to organize your thoughts and tasks in order to maximize efficiency for both yourself and your clients’ benefit. To become a go-to…

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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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Probate in real estate refers to the legal process of transferring property after a homeowner’s death. This process involves validating the deceased’s will, settling debts and distributing assets to heirs. Understanding probate is crucial for buyers, sellers and inheritors of real estate. Understanding estate planning for the family should never be overlooked. My guide will…

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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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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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Coats Digital's FastReactFabric has been named a finalist in nine categories of The 2024 SaaS Awards. The awards celebrate innovative software-as-a-service solutions globally. Coats Digital's managing director, Kunal Kapur, expressed pride in their achievements, while James Williams, CEO of The Cloud Awards, praised the high calibre of entries.

Coats Digital's FastReactFabric has won 2 prestigious categories at the 2024 SaaS Awards: Most Agile/Responsive SaaS Solution of the Year and Best SaaS Product for CSR, Sustainability & ESG. Recognised for its transformative impact on the fashion industry, FastReactFabric enhances efficiency, transparency, and sustainability across the global supply chain.

Timex Garments adopts WFX ERP for specialised, cloud-based digital transformation, enhancing efficiency. Replacing SAP with WFX, Timex gains industry-specific solutions with WFX ERP for garment manufacturing. New WFX ERP ensures Timex Garments remains innovative and responsive to market changes. This shift will enable Timex to improve operational efficiency.

Lectra has launched Valia Fashion, an AI-powered digital platform that streamlines apparel production, from order processing to fabric cutting. Designed for Industry 4.0, it improves collaboration, automates workflows, and optimises material use. Valia Fashion helps brands, manufacturers, and subcontractors enhance agility, control costs, and meet sustainability goals.

Coats Digital, in partnership with Fibre2Fashion, is hosting a webinar on November 14, 2024, titled ‘Reduce Waste and Elevate Profitability with Smart Fabric Management’. As fabric accounts for up to 60 per cent of production costs, the session will showcase FastReactFabric, a solution designed to streamline operations, reduce costs, and optimise fabric usage.

Fast Track Sourcing (FTS) has partnered with Vizoo GmbH to enhance apparel design and development using 3D technology and fabric digitisation. FTS integrates virtual 3D design into its process, boosting efficiency and sustainability. This partnership helps FTS create high-quality, innovative collections while maintaining top standards in garment production.

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.

Paul Price, former Burberry chief merchandising officer, returns to lead merchandising, planning, licensing, architecture, and showroom teams, starting December 9, 2024. Reporting to CEO Joshua Schulman, he joins Burberry’s executive committee. Price, praised for his past contributions, expressed excitement to drive Burberry’s next phase of growth.

Adidas Sportswear debuts its first brand collaboration with Moon Boot, blending street style with ski heritage for urban winter wear. Showcased by Lena Mahfouf and BABYMONSTER, the collection features activewear, snow boots with BOOST cushioning, and a Collegiate Jacket. Made partly from recycled materials, the range embodies functional fashion for colder months.

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.

Wolverine World Wide has reported Q3 revenue of $440.2 million, down 16.6 per cent YoY, with gross margin up 450 basis points to 45.3 per cent. Net debt fell to $563 million. For FY2024, the company projects revenue of $1.730-$1.745 billion, with a gross margin of 44.5 per cent and adjusted EPS between $0.80 and $0.90. Inventory is expected to decline by $85 million.

US saw an 8.79 per cent increase in textile and apparel imports from January to September 2024, totalling 76,860.803 million SME compared to 70,652.999 million SME in 2023, according to OTEXA. Apparel imports rose by 2.57 per cent, while non-apparel imports increased by 11.05 per cent. Cotton product imports grew by 6.03 per cent and MMF products by 9.17 per cent.

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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.