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Xiefangzheng Sun On The Art Of Redesigning Education And Culture Spaces
Architectural designer Xiefangzheng “Will” Sun is no stranger to renovations of education and culture spaces, like community libraries and world-class museums. He worked at the acclaimed New York architecture firm LEVENBETTS, which is leading projects like a $69 million expansion of the Queens Museum and the renovation of the Red Hook Library in Brooklyn, anticipated…
Read MoreRedefining Beauty Pageants: Olga Khayrullova’s Visionary Event to Empower Women of All Ages and Backgrounds
Olga Khayrullova is a visionary force reshaping the beauty and fashion industry through her remarkable events that celebrate the strength, diversity, and unique beauty of women worldwide. As an international producer, she has created a legacy of large-scale beauty contests and fashion festivals that bring together participants from all walks of life. Each of her…
Read MoreSwiss International University Announces Accreditation from ECLBS Europe, a Member of CHEA USA and INQAAHE
SIU proudly declared that it had been accredited by the European Council for Leading Business Schools, which is a very prestigious body, being a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation of the United States as well as the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education. It must show that the university…
Read MoreInnovative Design Meets Ethical Fashion: Inside Carol Vaughn-Rivera’s Journey to Global Recognition
Carol Vaughn-Rivera is redefining luxury fashion with a blend of innovation, sustainability, and sophisticated design. As the founder and brand owner of Vaughn-Rivera, she has rapidly emerged as a key player in the industry, advocating for ethical practices and environmental consciousness. Her collection, which debuted at New York Fashion Week, has captivated audiences with its…
Read MoreUK proposes easing banker bonus rules to boost competitive edge
SENIOR British bankers will be able to cash in bonuses up to three years sooner under proposals unveiled by the Bank of England on Thursday (Oct 18), as it pushes ahead with reforming tough credit crisis-era rules to boost competition. One year after British regulators scrapped a decade-long cap on banker bonuses, BOE deputy governor…
Read MoreP&G misses quarterly sales estimates on weakening demand in US, China
PROCTER & Gamble missed Wall Street expectations for first-quarter sales on Friday (Oct 18), as consumers in its major markets, the US and China, switched to cheaper household and personal care brands. An uncertain economy in the US has pushed customers mainly from the lower income group to hunt for products at the cheapest price…
Read MoreAmEx profit beats estimate on robust customer spending
American Express reported third-quarter profit above Wall Street estimates on Friday (Oct 18), as higher spending on its cards offset a hit from bigger provisions for credit losses. The credit card giant has been relatively insulated from economic shocks as it caters to affluent customers, but some analysts see limited room for its market value…
Read MoreStanChart sells India personal loan business to Kotak Mahindra Bank
KOTAK Mahindra Bank will buy Standard Chartered Bank’s personal loan business in India, the Indian lender said on Friday (Oct 18), leaving the UK-based company to focus on its wealth and investment banking business in Asia’s third-largest economy. StanChart’s personal loan book had an outstanding of 41 billion rupees (S$640 million) as of Sep 30,…
Read MoreHong Kong marks busiest IPO week in nearly two years with China stimulus giving hope to dealmakers
Hong Kong has recorded its busiest week for new (initial public offering) IPO launches in almost two years with deals opened to raise up to US$1.3 billion, giving bankers and investors confidence the two-year share sale freeze could be easing. Bankers and lawyers think China’s recent policy stimulus has opened the way for new IPOs…
Read MoreChina’s CATL sees faster profit growth in Q3
CHINESE electric vehicle battery giant CATL reported a 26 per cent year-on-year rise in third-quarter profit, a stock filing showed on Friday (Oct 18), accelerating from the previous quarter as it maintains a lead over smaller rivals. CATL made a net profit of 13.14 billion yuan (S$2.4 billion) in July-to-September quarter, while its revenue fell…
Read MoreFrom Bitcoin to Mexican peso, ‘Trump trades’ are appearing again
CORNERS of financial markets that could feel the impact of a Donald Trump victory are stirring again, as the US presidential race tightens with less than three weeks until Election Day. Assets ranging from small-cap stocks to Bitcoin have climbed in recent weeks while the Mexican peso and Treasuries have slipped, as polls show…
Read MoreIndia’s Tata Consumer beats Q2 profit estimates as demand for packaged food rises
Its Indian food business posts a 28% rise in quarterly revenue, as the company expands its distribution network into small towns and villages INDIA’S Tata Consumer Products on Friday (Oct 18) reported second-quarter profit that surpassed estimates, as the salt-to-spices maker benefited from higher demand for its packaged food amid a pickup in rural demand.…
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