London Fashion Week blends tweed and Y2K amid economic gloom

London Fashion Week blends tweed and Y2K amid economic gloom

LONDON, Feb 17 — From tweed to the iconic low-rise jeans of the early 2000s, London Fashion Week unveiled a spectrum of styles yesterday, kicking off its 40th season which has been dimmed by the UK’s gloomy economy. Some 60 designers, ranging from rising talents to renowned brands like Burberry, will show their new designs … Read more

CES gadget gala looks to shake off economic gloom

CES gadget gala looks to shake off economic gloom

LAS VEGAS, Jan 5 — The annual CES consumer electronics extravaganza throws open its doors in Las Vegas today as the industry looks to the latest innovations to help cure the pain from an ailing global economy. High inflation, lingering supply chain troubles and tech company layoffs provide a dark backdrop for technology’s premier trade … Read more