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How Shein Stays So Fast, According to the Brand’s Strategy Head
Peter Pernot-Day heads up strategic and corporate affairs at Shein. Photo By Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile for Collision via Getty Images Ever wonder how Shein, the budget-friendly fast fashion giant, manages to keep pace with trends seemingly overnight? According to Peter Pernot-Day, the company’s head of strategic and corporate affairs, it all comes down to Shein’s…
Read MoreAustin Wildlife Rescue takes in 160 animals, many babies after storm
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Clean up is still underway after Wednesday’s severe weather, but at Austin Wildlife Rescue they aren’t only dealing with storm damage. “Not only did it impact everyone’s homes in the area, but it also drastically impacted the wildlife,” said Jules Maron, executive director of Austin Wildlife Rescue. Austin Wildlife Rescue is a…
Read MoreInfluencer Hannah Moody Found Dead Near Arizona Trail at 31
The hiking community is mourning a loss. Influencer Hannah Moody was found dead along a trail in Scottsdale, Arizona, the Scottsdale Police Department confirmed in a press release. She was 31 years old. According to authorities, Hannah had been reported missing by friends on May 21, after which an initial search took place before being called…
Read More100K+ kitchen faucets sold on Amazon recalled over lead concerns
(NEXSTAR) — Three different kitchen faucets, which were sold on Amazon, are currently being recalled for the same issue: They were tested and found to contain lead that can seep into water, posing harm to babies and children. The recalls comprise about 29,000 Vfauosit brand faucets, about 50,000 Kicimpro brand faucets, and about 24,000 Basdehen…
Read MoreSeveral states call for tighter restrictions on SNAP benefits
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — A growing number of states are calling on the federal government to tighten restrictions on what items can be purchased with food stamps, aiming to promote healthier eating habits among low-income Americans. Governors in Indiana, Arkansas and West Virginia are leading the charge, asking the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restrict the use…
Read MoreCardi B Reveals Name of Baby No. 3 With Offset
December 2018: Saying Sorry Shortly after Cardi revealed their split, Offset took to Instagram with an emotional plea that he later featured on his Father of 4 debut studio album. “We’re going through a lot of things right now, a lot of things in the media,” he said in the video. “I want to apologize to you, Cardi. I…
Read MoreBills cracking down on roadside pet sales advance, head to governor's desk
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Two bills aimed at cracking down on the sale of pets in outdoor public spaces in Texas advanced this week and await a signature from Governor Greg Abbott before they can become law. House Bills 2012 and 2731 were both voted out of their respective committees this week. That means they’ve been approved…
Read MoreMacy’s CEO Warns of Price Hikes as Tariffs Squeeze Department Stores
People walk past the Macy’s Herald Square flagship store on November 29, 2024 in New York City. Getty Images Tariff-driven price hikes are making their way into department stores. This week, Macy’s CEO Tony Spring—whose company also owns Bloomingdale’s and the cosmetics chain Bluemercury—said rising costs tied to tariffs will soon impact prices across select…
Read MoreAriana Grande to Star in Meet The Parents Sequel
Oscars 2025: Lena Waithe, Ethan Slater, React to Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande Wicked Performance Ariana Grande is test driving a new character. The Wicked star is set to join Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller in an upcoming sequel of Meet the Parents, E! News has confirmed. Details about her character remains firmly under wraps.…
Read MoreShoal Creek flooding a north Austin park this week actually wasn't a bad thing; here's why
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Shoal Creek flooded on Wednesday evening when Austin was hit by severe storms that brought damaging winds, large hail, and localized flooding to an approximately 10-mile stretch of town. During the storm, part of Beverly Sheffield Northwest District Park was overtaken by floodwaters from nearby Shoal Creek. But that’s not a bad…
Read MorePeople experiencing homelessness graduate from ACC job certification program
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A handful of people graduated from a job training program meant to help people experiencing homelessness gain a certification in a high-demand job field: heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). On Wednesday, five students celebrated completing the 20-week program which trained them in the skills needed to secure a job in heating…
Read MoreThe New Safe Haven: How High-Net-Worth Investors Are Rethinking Liquidity In 2025
From Treasuries to Bitcoin, the pursuit of safety is reshaping how investors allocate and exit their capital. Unsplash+ In times of stress, wealth always chases after safety, but in 2025, the definition of “safe” has become much murkier. The investment landscape for high-net-worth (HNW) investors is undergoing a significant transformation, and the definition of safe…
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