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InterfaceFlor Collaborating With Canadian Recycler

InterfaceFlor Collaborating With Canadian Recycler

Monterey, CA, June 9, 2011 -- Modular carpet maker InterfaceFlor said it is taking its carpet recycling know-how on the road by forming alliances with regional carpet recycling operations throughout North America.

Jobless Applications Edge Up Last Week

Washington, DC, June 9, 2011 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits ticked up 1,000 to a seasonally adjusted 427,000 last week, the Labor Department said.

Flor Wins Chicago Design Leadership Award

Chicago, IL, June 9, 2011 -- Modular carpet firm Flor, Inc. received the Corporate Design Leadership Award from the AIGA Chicago Chapter at the organization's annual meeting.

GoodWeave Holds 'One in a Million' Campaign

New York, NY, June 9, 2011 -- On June 12, World Day against Child Labor, the nonprofit GoodWeave celebrates the progress it has made through its partners in the fight against child labor.

IIDA To Induct Conant as President

Chicago, IL, June 9, 2011 -- The International Interior Design Association will induct Peter Conant, managing principal at Conant Architects, as the association’s president for the 2011-2012 term at the group's annual meeting June 12.

Wholesale Inventories Rise in April

Washington, DC, June 9, 2011 -- U.S. wholesale inventories rose less than forecast in April, held back by the biggest drop in auto stockpiles in more than a year, according to the Commerce Department.

Bernanke Sees Higher Economic Growth This Year

Bernanke Sees Higher Economic Growth This Year

Washington, DC, June 8, 2011 -- Although the economy has weakened in recent weeks, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said the slowdown from high gas prices and Japan's crises is temporary.