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The Chemical Safety Crisis in Your Closet
Ben Mead
June 12, 2025
Toxic chemicals in clothing pose health risks and legal threats— explore why chemical safety is now essential for fashion brands and consumers.
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Korea and Japan Play Beat the Tariff Clock
Ross O'Brien
June 5, 2025
Korea and Japan delay U.S. trade deals, betting legal uncertainty and strategic investments will soften Trump’s tariff threats.
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ANTA Is Coming After Nike
Glyn Atwal
May 27, 2025
Chinese brand ANTA is challenging Nike in the U.S. with NBA stars, edgy design, and basketball focus—more cool brand than budget sneaker.
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Family-Owned Boscov’s, Von Maur Are Sleeper Success Stories
Warren Shoulberg
May 20, 2025
Family-owned Boscov’s and Von Maur defy retail decline by thriving with tradition, community focus, and steady, long-term growth strategies.
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U.S. China Tariffs: All Fluctuated Up
Warren Shoulberg
May 15, 2025
U.S. China tariff turmoil threatens holiday retail, with cost hikes, supply chain chaos, and a shaky 90-day trade truce adding to economic uncertainty.
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Inside Beauty Product Recalls
Dana Wood
May 14, 2025
Beauty product recalls in 2025 spike over benzene in sunscreens, acne meds—fueling SEO buzz and calls for stricter cosmetic regulations.
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Hamburg HafenCity Center: Westfield’s Last of Its Kind
Mark Faithfull
May 13, 2025
Written off, consigned to the dustbin of time amid the clamor for all things new and digital, and a property asset class that almost no ...
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U.S. China Trade War: Chaos for Christmas
Ross O'Brien
May 8, 2025
China war tariffs disrupt supply chains, threatening holiday sales as brands face delays, uncertainty, and scramble for pricing workarounds.
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