German retailer Zalando launches adaptive apparel collection for kids

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Zalando expands its Adaptive fashion range to include kids’ apparel, offering 29 pieces from its private label brands.
The collection includes T-shirts, trousers, jumpers and undergarments with adaptive features, designed based on feedback from parents and caregivers.
It has also collaborated with brands like Adidas and Skechers to offer adaptive sportswear, backpacks and slip-on sneakers.

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Weightlifting exercises for weight loss: 10 exercises you must try

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Weight-loss journey is filled with challenges and triumphs. While diet plays a crucial role, exercise is equally important. Cardio exercises can help you to lose weight, and so can weight lifting exercises. These exercises not only burn calories, but also increase lean muscle mass, which can raise metabolism and help to maintain a healthy weight.

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14 effective strength training and flexibility exercises to combat ageing

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As people age, decreasing physical activity can lead to weight gain, high blood sugar, cholesterol problems, and osteoarthritis. Ageing can also cause a natural reduction in bone density, flexibility, strength, and balance. So, go for an exercise routine to combat ageing. While many people focus on cardio for weight loss, strength training and flexibility exercises

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Australia’s monthly CPI for garments up 2.7% in 12 months to Aug

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Australia’s monthly CPI indicator rose by 2.7 per cent in the 12 months to August, down from a 3.5-per cent rise in the 12 months to July.
The indicator for clothing-footwear rose by 1.7 per cent in the 12 months to August, down from a 1.9-per cent rise in the 12 months to July.
The indicator for garments rose by 2.7 per cent in the period, down from a 3.1-per cent rise in the 12 months to July.

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Bangladesh govt, RMG unit owners agree to meet all demands of workers

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To restore normalcy in garment production units, factory owners in Bangladesh and the interim government today agreed to meet all 18 demands of workers for which protests continued for more than a month.
While 16 of the 18 demands were addressed during an emergency meeting yesterday, manufacturers were not ready to form a new wage board or implement the annual 10-per cent wage increment demanded.

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Swedish childrenswear brand Newbie boosts UK expansion with new stores

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Newbie, Kappahl Group’s sustainable children’s brand, is expanding in the UK with three new London-area stores in Canary Wharf, Brent Cross, and Guildford, growing its UK presence to seven stores.
Known for its timeless, eco-friendly collections, Newbie aims to expand both physical and online retail, with a focus on sustainability through initiatives like PreLoved, offering second-hand clothing.

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How the new world order is transforming the apparel industry

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Apparel industry transformation is driven by sustainability, geopolitics and technological advancements.
Key drivers include eco-friendly practices becoming non-negotiable, e-commerce reshaping consumer engagement and supply chain shifts beyond China due to trade uncertainties.
Emerging markets, innovation in smart textiles and adherence to sustainable fashion trends are also influencing it.

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Political unrest, low demand impact Bangladesh’s apparel exports in H1

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Bangladesh’s apparel exports fell by 4.20 per cent to $18.039 billion in H1 2024, with Europe being the largest market.
Other key markets included North America and Asia-Pacific.
Political unrest in July and global economic headwinds contributed to the decline.
Following a peak of $43.490 billion in 2022, exports dropped by 20.58 per cent in 2023 and sluggish demand continues into 2024.

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Bangladesh secures $36 mn foreign investment in BEPZA economic zone

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Deltaport Limited is set to invest $36 million to establish a garment manufacturing facility in BEPZA Economic Zone.
The factory will produce 20 million garments annually, including protective clothing and PPE, creating 5,980 jobs for Bangladeshi nationals.
BEPZA officials urged the company to begin construction promptly after the agreement signing.

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