WASHINGTON — The death of Senator Edward M. Kennedy has quickly become a rallying point for Democratic advocates of a broad health care overhaul, a signature Kennedy issue that became mired in partisanship while he fought his illness away from the Capitol.
“The passion of his life was health care reform,” said Representative David R. Obey, the liberal Wisconsin Democrat who is chairman of the Appropriations Committee. Read More
Second quarter of 2009, Timberland Enterprises total sales of 179.7 million U.S. dollars, up 14.4% over the same period. In the second quarter loss of 19.2 million U.S. dollars, the loss of 34 cents per share, which affect 11 million U.S. dollars by the exchange rate.
Second quarter 2009 total sales were in North America for the 86.3 million U.S. dollars, up 13.3% over the same period, particularly the U.S. consumer to buy the financial implications. Europe, total sales fell by 65.7 million U.S. dollars, up 16.6% compared with the same period, mainly clothing and leisure footwear sales, but the men and women boots sales in the same period. Read More
This summer, we’ve changed our nail color more often than we’ve done our laundry. With new styles such as matte to the summer’s hottest colors, such as our beloved neon yellows, nail polish has become our cheapest and most important accessory.
Though we don’t often put J Crew in the same category as Rodarte or Chanel, they seem to be the only mass brand to follow one of the couture trends. The usually simple, but cashmere-comfortable label, has just released their own set of nail gloss in collaboration with Essie. The duo (each sold separately) includes One of a Kind, a vibrant, cherry red and Eternal Optimist, Read More
Charlotte takes her coveted cool to the discount aisles.
Recently, some fashion writers have condemned JCPenney, saying it doesn’t belong in a trendy arena. But we respectfully disagree with the idea that the superstore is only for fridges and microwaves, and here’s why:
Charlotte Ronson just launched her second collection there, and it’s gorgeous.
The clothes are a mix of clingy, long tees (as seen on family friends like Jessica Szohr and Mischa Barton), cropped flannel shirts, and tons of leggings, plus a few accent items like blouses and dresses in Charlotte’s trademark hippie prints. Read More
Leading ladies Jennifer Aniston and Elizabeth Banks were among the honorees at two of Hollywood’s most prestigious annual events—Women in Film’s Crystal + Lucy Awards and MaxMara’s Face of The Future gala. With so many fashionable actresses gathered together, we had to ask: Of all the characters they’ve brought to life, which one has the best sense of style?
LEFT: In Prada at the WIF Crystal + Lucy Awards.
RIGHT: In the romantic comedy Along Came Polly.
Japanese exports slid in July at a faster annual rate than June, raising fears the effects of global stimulus measures are starting to decline.
Exports from Japan were down 36.5% last month compared with July 2008, according to the Ministry of Finance.
Slower car sales to the US, Middle East and Russia were blamed for the decline, which followed June’s 35.7% fall.
The trade surplus still rose, because imports fell 40.8%, largely due to lower energy costs. Read More
Abdul Aziz al-Hakim, leader of one of the most powerful Shia Muslim parties in Iraq, has died, his aides say.
Hakim had been suffering from cancer and had been receiving treatment in hospital in the Iranian capital Tehran.
Correspondents say the death of the Supreme Iraqi Islamic Council (SIIC) leader adds further uncertainty ahead of national elections next January. Read More
Red Cross officials from South Korea have crossed into the North for talks which could allow families divided by the border to begin meeting again.
The reunions have been suspended for almost two years, because of the worsening ties between the two nations.
This new round of negotiations reflects a recent improvement in relations between the two sides.
If the three-day talks are successful, family meetings could resume as early as October. Read More
Yemeni troops carrying out an offensive against Shia rebels in the north of the country claim to have killed more than 100 fighters, including two leaders.
The operation, involving air strikes, artillery and tanks, began two weeks ago, aimed at crushing the rebels and recapturing the town of Harf Sufyan. Read More
“Lightness, color, desire—and a lot of work.” That was the recipe for the new Lanvin collection, according to Alber Elbaz. The show itself opened with leanly dark ensembles (one jacket sleeveless, another fly-fronted), which immediately felt like a refutation of everything the house’s menswear has come to stand for. The sensation was fleeting, though: Maybe those first outfits Read More
