Burberry partnered with textile designer Celia Birtwell to create a special collection featured at London fashion week. The luxury brand is recovering financially by focusing on outerwear and adjusting prices to attract more customers.
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Burberry and Celia Birtwell collaborated on a limited collection for London fashion week.
Birtwell added hand-painted, softer versions of Burberry’s classic check print.
The show included unique prints and featured notable guests like Fiona Shaw and Central Cee.
Burberry’s CEO Joshua Schulman leads a strategy to offer luxury items at more realistic prices.
The brand reported a 5% increase in retail sales in the second quarter, its first growth in three years.
Burberry emphasizes outerwear, especially coats, as a key strength of the brand.
The summer collection included updated trench coats with silk materials and decorative details.
Burberry is presenting a public display called The Burberry Trench: Crafting an Icon at the V&A museum until January 3.
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Paramount Skydance has reached an agreement with twelve US states and the Writers Guild of America to settle a lawsuit that aimed to stop its purchase of Warner Bros. The settlement addresses concerns about competition and protections but does not mean the states fully approve the deal.
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Paramount Skydance planned to acquire Warner Bros.
Twelve US states filed an antitrust lawsuit to block this acquisition.
The Writers Guild of America was also involved in the lawsuit.
Paramount Skydance and the states reached a settlement to resolve the lawsuit.
The settlement addresses issues about competition in the film and media market.
California's Attorney General said the settlement is not a full endorsement of the deal.
The lawsuit focused on protecting fair business practices and avoiding too much market control.
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Saudi Arabia has started its first local car company called Ceer, a partnership between the Public Investment Fund and Foxconn. Ceer plans to make seven new cars by 2030, mainly electric vehicles, to help diversify Saudi Arabia’s economy beyond oil.
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Ceer is Saudi Arabia’s first home-grown automaker.
It is a joint venture between Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Foxconn.
Ceer aims to produce seven new cars by 2030, including electric and hybrid models.
The first cars shown are the Exobot sedan and SUV with unique features like falcon-style doors and dimmable glass.
Ceer’s vehicles include design elements reflecting Saudi heritage, such as light bars with 32 elements for the year 1932 when Saudi Arabia was founded.
The cars have advanced digital displays and a special cooling system for Saudi Arabia’s hot climate.
Ceer currently plans to sell cars within the Gulf Cooperation Council region but may expand later.
The project is part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan to diversify the economy and promote technology.
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The article explains that entrepreneurs often push themselves to take on more clients and grow their business, but this can harm their work quality and personal life. It argues that learning to say no is important to keep trust, expertise, and good relationships in service businesses.
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Many entrepreneurs chase more money, success, and opportunities, thinking growth is always good.
Saying yes to every chance can lead to burnout and lower quality of service.
A 2022 study with over 32,000 adults showed that job satisfaction and personal relationships affect happiness.
A 2026 study of 250 entrepreneurs in Thailand found that "entrepreneurial addiction" causes burnout and a desire to quit.
Greed (always wanting more) and comparison with others make entrepreneurs feel they must grow endlessly.
Business value is personal; growing too fast can cost more time and peace than extra revenue is worth.
For service businesses, trust and expertise need time and energy, which are limited.
Company culture and service quality can suffer if growth exceeds what employees can handle.
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Leaders today have more knowledge about leadership than ever before, but many do not act on what they know. Organizations invest heavily in leadership learning, yet the real challenge is turning this knowledge into real changes in how leaders behave and make decisions.
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Leaders have access to a huge amount of leadership knowledge through books, programs, podcasts, and coaching.
A 2025 study by Harvard Business Impact surveyed 1,159 professionals in 14 countries about leadership development.
Organizations face barriers like lack of time for learning, difficulty assessing skill gaps, poor alignment with strategy, and resistance to change.
The study found growing focus on applying knowledge practically and measuring its impact on business.
Many leaders delay difficult decisions or conversations, using learning as an excuse to postpone action.
Knowledge alone does not change how people experience leadership; behavior change is needed.
Effective leadership shows in better decisions and quicker actions, not just in understanding problems.
Leaders should focus on the key problems they know about and take decisive steps to fix them.
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When you have high-interest debt and have already cut back all you can in your budget, there are other ways to manage it. These include asking creditors for hardship plans, consolidating debt with a lower-interest loan, or joining a debt management plan through a credit counseling agency.
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Many people with debt reduce spending on essentials like groceries (35%) and clothing or personal care (42%).
After cutting all possible expenses, housing, utilities, and transportation costs remain fixed and must be paid.
Hardship plans from credit card companies can reduce interest rates, minimum payments, or fees temporarily.
Some hardship plans require you to stop using the card or close the account.
Debt consolidation means taking a new loan at a lower interest rate to pay off multiple high-interest debts.
Lower interest rates can reduce monthly payments by lowering the interest owed, helping you pay down the balance faster.
Debt management plans involve credit counseling agencies negotiating with creditors to reduce interest rates and fees.
It is important to check that you can afford any new loan payment before applying for consolidation.
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Twelve U.S. states and Hollywood writers have settled their lawsuits against Paramount's plan to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for $81 billion. The deal will merge major studios, TV networks, and streaming services, with Paramount making new promises to support U.S. film production and protect jobs.
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The $81 billion deal merges Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
It combines studios, TV networks like CBS and CNN, and streaming platforms HBO Max and Paramount+.
The merger includes large libraries of movies and shows such as "Harry Potter" and "Top Gun."
Twelve states and Hollywood writers had sued to stop the merger but agreed to settle.
As part of the settlement, Paramount promised to increase U.S. film production.
Paramount will set up a fund to help workers who lose jobs because of the merger.
The company will monitor and protect the independence of its news operations.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta led the states in the lawsuit.
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Victoria's government will ban datacentres in residential areas and require them to use renewable energy and support local communities. New rules include buffer zones near homes and schools, use of recycled water for cooling, and a community investment requirement.
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Datacentres cannot be built in residential zones or near schools and childcare centres.
A 150-metre buffer zone is required between new datacentres and homes.
Datacentres must supply their own renewable energy and pay for grid connection and upgrades.
They must use recycled or non-drinking water for cooling or offset their water use.
New datacentres must invest in local communities by creating jobs, training, or funding public facilities.
Community consultation and existing noise, fire, and safety rules will be enforced.
Some datacentre expansions in Footscray and Geelong face local political opposition.
A large proposed datacentre in Plumpton would use more electricity than Victoria’s biggest power station.
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Paramount has agreed to a settlement with 12 states that sued the company over its plan to buy Warner Brothers Discovery. The states had tried to stop the deal, saying it might harm competition in the media industry.
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Paramount planned to buy Warner Brothers Discovery.
Twelve states sued to block this purchase.
The lawsuit was led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta.
Paramount and the states announced they have reached a settlement.
The settlement ends the legal fight over the merger.
The deal concerns two large media companies combining.
States were worried the merger could reduce competition.
The announcement was made at a press conference in Los Angeles.
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The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, created by George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson, opens in Los Angeles after 17 years of planning and a $1 billion cost. The museum features a mix of art from popular and fine artists, including Star Wars exhibits, Banksy murals, and works by Frida Kahlo.
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The museum is located in Exposition Park near the University of Southern California.
It took 17 years and $1 billion to complete.
The museum features many collections owned by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson.
Star Wars exhibits include life-size props, characters, and vehicles from the original films and prequels.
Statues around the museum include Princess Leia, Yoda, Grogu, and Padmé Amidala.
The museum showcases street artist Banksy’s murals on the fifth floor.
Architect Ma Yansong designed the building to feel like a cloud with a notable oculus (circular opening) in the dome.
A rare Frida Kahlo self-portrait is displayed in an important spot on the fourth floor.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that officials from the United States and China are thinking about lowering tariffs on some less important products. This comes ahead of a meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, D.C.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke about U.S.-China talks on tariffs.
They are considering reducing tariffs on "noncritical" items.
The proposed deal could affect about $30 billion worth of goods.
The talks happen as President Trump prepares to meet President Xi Jinping.
The meeting will take place in Washington, D.C.
Tariffs are taxes added to imported goods.
Lowering tariffs could ease trade tensions between the U.S. and China.
The discussions are part of ongoing trade negotiations between the two countries.
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Paramount Skydance has reached a settlement with 12 states regarding its deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. The announcement was made by California Attorney General Rob Bonta.
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Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.
The settlement involves 12 U.S. states.
The settlement relates to Paramount Skydance’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the settlement.
The agreement resolves concerns raised by the states about the acquisition.
Warner Bros. Discovery is a major media company that Paramount Skydance is acquiring.
The deal affects the media and entertainment industry.
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Paramount Skydance has settled a lawsuit with several US states, including California, allowing its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros Discovery to move forward. The agreement includes rules to keep competition in film, television, and broadcasting.
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Paramount Skydance is merging with Warner Bros Discovery in a deal worth $110 billion.
A group of US states, led by California, sued over concerns about reduced competition.
The lawsuit has been settled after Paramount made promises to protect competition.
Paramount must release at least 30 films each year under the settlement terms.
California's Attorney General Rob Bonta said the deal is not fully approved but the settlement removes a barrier.
Paramount CEO David Ellison said the settlement addresses concerns raised by states and the Writers Guild of America.
Ellison previously threatened to move studio jobs out of California.
The settlement aims to support US film production and protect creative workers.
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A group of 12 U.S. states has reached an agreement with Paramount Skydance to settle antitrust concerns about its $110 billion purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery. The deal includes commitments by Paramount to invest in U.S. film production and create an independent board for news reporting, allowing the merger to proceed after regulatory approvals.
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Paramount Skydance plans to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for $110 billion.
Twelve state attorneys general had raised concerns that the deal could reduce competition and raise consumer prices.
Paramount agreed to invest $300 million annually in U.S. film production and produce 30 films each year for two years after the merger.
Paramount will set up an independent board to ensure objective and fact-based news reporting at CBS News and CNN.
A group of five states will monitor Paramount’s compliance with the agreement.
The Department of Justice, Federal Communications Commission, and regulators in many countries have already approved the merger.
The states had planned a trial in March 2027 to block the merger before this settlement.
Paramount owns Paramount studios, CBS News, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, and Paramount+; Warner Bros. owns the Warner Bros. studio, CNN, HBO Max, and others.
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Paramount Skydance reached an agreement with California and 11 other states that had sued to stop its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros Discovery. The deal includes setting up independent boards to oversee news coverage at CNN and CBS and penalties if Paramount fails to produce the promised number of movies.
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Twelve US states sued to block the $110 billion merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery.
The settlement requires independent editorial boards for CNN and CBS to guard against political influence.
Paramount Skydance is owned by Larry Ellison, a close ally of President Donald Trump, and managed by his son.
If Paramount does not produce 30 movies a year as promised, it will pay a $30 million penalty.
The Writers Guild of America also sued the companies, but recently settled with concessions for workers.
The merger had already passed review by the Trump administration before these lawsuits.
The companies’ stocks rose after the settlement news, with Paramount up 10% and Warner Bros Discovery up 11%.
Additional measures discussed include selling some cable channels and possibly CNN.
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The Trump Organization, managed by President Donald Trump's sons, is planning many new real estate projects around the world. These include hotels, residential towers, golf courses, and resorts in countries like Oman, the UAE, India, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Romania, Vietnam, and the Maldives.
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The Trump Organization is led by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., not President Trump himself.
New projects include a $500 million hotel and golf course in Muscat, Oman, opening in 2028.
A Trump International Hotel and Tower is planned in Dubai, near the Burj Khalifa, expected in 2025.
India will have multiple projects, including luxury residences in Gurgaon and office towers in Pune.
Developments in Bali and Vietnam will feature golf courses, luxury homes, and resorts.
Trump Tower Jeddah in Saudi Arabia is a 47-floor residential building planned for completion in 2029.
Qatar will have a golf club and luxury villas near Doha as part of a large coastal development.
The Trump Organization also announced its first project in Romania and a luxury beach hotel in the Maldives.
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Betting apps are being accused of encouraging addictive gambling behavior. Some former employees of the DraftKings app say the company may have focused on users who are addicted to gambling.
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Betting apps are under scrutiny for possibly increasing gambling addiction.
Former DraftKings employees provided information about the app's practices.
These employees say DraftKings may target people with gambling problems.
The story was discussed by journalist Alex Klavens from The New York Times.
The issue raises concerns about protecting vulnerable gamblers.
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Social media claims say U.S. truckers plan a nationwide strike on October 1 because diesel fuel prices have risen to over $6.50 a gallon. However, trucking groups and fact-checkers found no proof this strike is actually being organized, though many truckers are struggling with high fuel costs.
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Diesel fuel prices have reached an average of $6.51 per gallon in the U.S., up from about $3.70 a year ago.
Claims about a trucker strike on October 1 spread mainly on social media with videos and posters.
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) says talk of a strike is mostly social media talk, but they are watching the situation.
Small trucking businesses make up over 90% of U.S. trucking companies and are hit hardest by diesel price increases.
These small truckers often cannot raise their delivery rates quickly to cover higher fuel costs.
The price jump is partly due to a conflict with Iran that began with actions by President Donald Trump, disrupting oil supplies.
Experts and trucking groups have not confirmed any organized nationwide strike at this time.
Some truckers and supporters are asking President Donald Trump to take action to lower fuel prices.
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Converse removed a social media ad featuring K-pop singer Karina after people said the images looked like symbols linked to racism and violence. The company apologized, saying they understand why the image upset people and that they are working to remove it everywhere.
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Converse posted an ad with singer Karina holding Chuck 70 X sneakers.
Critics said the lighting on her skirt resembled a Ku Klux Klan (KKK) hood.
People also said the way the sneakers were held looked like the feet of a lynching victim.
Converse apologized, removed the ad, and promised to do better in the future.
The KKK is a white supremacist hate group with a history of violence, especially against Black people.
Calls for justice have increased due to recent deaths of people of color in the U.S. linked to racism.
Some people defended Converse, saying the imagery was likely unintentional.
Converse is owned by the company Nike.
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