Naomi Campbell Wins Appeal Against Charity Trustee Ban
A London tribunal ruled that the misuse of funds at the charity the supermodel founded had been concealed from her.
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Retailers Put Women at Risk of Slavery by Not Paying Their Bills
"Retailers refusing to pay for orders are causing garment factories to lay off staff."
Why Purpose-Driven Businesses Are Faring Better in Covid-19
"There is value in working toward something larger than profit or growth."
Patagonia, Quick to Close, Could Be Last to Reopen
"The brand has lost half of its sales in North America."
The Race to Design a Face Mask That Destroys Coronavirus
"Inside the hunt for a self-sanitising mask."
As States Reopen, Retail Industry Thinks It Has a 'Blueprint'
"Trade groups have put together checklists and procedures for retailers opening their doors."
Planning for Uncertainty: Performance Management Under Covid-19
"Companies need a new approach to financial planning in the wake of the crisis."
How Chain Necklaces for Men Got Sexy
"From Normal People to TikTok, the internet is obsessed with thin chains."
What Shoppers Can Expect From Reopened Stores
"Retailers are scrambling to figure out how to work around the health threat."
In 2020, Face Masks Aren't Just for Protection
"They're also being used to make a statement."
Covid-19 Has Changed Celebrity Culture
"It may never go back to normal."
Colorado Hair Salons Are Reopening, With New Rules
"At one salon, beauticians are now wearing face masks and gloves."
When There Are No Red Carpets, What's a Celebrity Stylist to Do?
"How Hollywood image-makers are navigating their roles amid a pandemic."
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.
Arnault Drops Out of World’s Top 10 Richest as US Tech Dominates
The LVMH chairman’s net worth fell to $143 billion on Thursday, pulling him beneath Warren Buffett, Bloomberg reported.
EssilorLuxottica Starts Buyback to Bolster Stock After Heir Exit
The brand plans to buy back more than €800 million ($932 million) of stock, seeking to bolster investor confidence after a slide in its shares and the exit of an heir of the eyewear maker’s founder from his management roles.
US Consumer Confidence Hits Seven-Month Low on Worse Outlook
Looking ahead, consumers surveyed by the Conference Board expressed negative sentiment towards future job and income prospects.
EssilorLuxottica Founder’s Son Quits Management Roles After Reported Rift With CEO
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio is stepping down as chairman of the Ray-Ban brand and as chief strategy officer, the company said, after reports of tensions with CEO Francesco Milleri.
US, Canada Still See Sticking Points Before Deadline for 50% Tariffs
Canadian and US negotiators are working against an Aug. 19 deadline to avert 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While discussions remain constructive, significant work is still required to resolve key trade disputes.