New research has revealed that Escherichia coli (E. coli), a bacterium that normally lives in the human gut, can spread through populations at a rate comparable to the swine flu. For the first time, researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the University of Oslo, the University of Helsinki, Aalto University in Finland, and their collaborators…
Researchers at North Carolina State University have identified a clear connection between the extent of cockroach infestations in homes and the amount of allergens and bacterial toxins known as endotoxins found indoors. The team discovered that when pest control successfully reduced cockroach numbers, both allergen and endotoxin levels dropped sharply. These results indicate that eliminating…
Published November 4, 2025 Primark’s owner Associated British Foods released results for the year to 13 September on Tuesday and also hinted that Primark might one day be operated as a separate business. Primark More of that later. First, those results. ABF group revenue was down 3% at £19.459 billion and pre-tax profit fell 26%…
Published November 4, 2025 In France, the Galeries Lafayette group made its position clear as soon as the Société des Grands Magasins announced its plan to introduce ultra-fast-fashion brand Shein into five regional Galeries Lafayette stores that SGM has operated for several years. After weeks of negotiations, and on the eve of Shein taking up…
Earthquakes in places like Utah (USA), Soultz-sous-Forêts (France), and Groningen (the Netherlands) seem puzzling to scientists because, according to geological theory, they shouldn’t be possible. In these regions, the shallow layers of the Earth’s crust are thought to behave in a way that strengthens faults when they begin to move. Textbooks suggest that this strengthening…
Published November 4, 2025 Michael Kors parent Capri Holdings’ revenue exceeded estimates and totalled $856 million in the second quarter of the 2026 financial year. The business’ net loss rose to $34 million, compared to net income of $42 million a year prior. Michael Kors’ Regent Street flagship store – Michael Kors “We are encouraged…
Published November 4, 2025 We’re used to seeing celebrities on the red carpet, but on Tuesday David and Victoria Beckham were on just about the reddest carpet out there — at Windsor Castle as the ex-footballer and superstar received his knighthood. Sir David and Lady Victoria Beckham. Photo courtesy of @victoriabeckham Coming on the same…
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Published November 4, 2025 Revolve Group announced on Tuesday sales for the third quarter were $295.6 million, up 4%, as the U.S. online fashion retailer logged solid growth across all channels. SRG The Los Angeles-based company said sales at its namesake Revolve platform grew 5% to $254.6 million, while sister platform Fwrd lifted 3% to $41 million for…
By Reuters Published November 5, 2025 Shopify on Tuesday projected strong revenue growth for the crucial holiday shopping season, as sellers on its platform benefited from consumer demand defying U.S. import tariffs and price hikes. Reuters While the tariffs have strained retailers heading into the holiday season, merchants are still spending on Shopify’s e-commerce tools…
