ASCR Announces Program with Zurich and Driscoll &
Columbia, MD, April 4, 2006--The Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration (ASCR) unveiled a new insurance program for members at its recent convention in Savannah, Georgia.
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Factory Activity Up in March
Tempe AZ, April 4, 2006--Factory activity ran at a three-month low in March, as new orders fell and a gauge of inflation showed a pick-up, according to a survey on Monday.
Sears Increases Offer for Sears Canada
Hoffman Estates, IL, April 4, 2006--Sears Holdings Corp., the nation's third-largest retailer, said Monday it is increasing its offer for Sears Canada and giving shareholders more time to accept it.
Construction Spending Up
Washington, DC, April 3, 2006--Construction spending rose 0.8 percent in February, double expectations, as private residential spending surged 1.3 percent to a record high, offsetting a drop in public construction, a government report showed on Monday.
Liveris Named Dow Chemical Chairman
Midland, MI, April 3, 2006--Dow Chemical Co. on Monday said President and Chief Executive Andrew Liveris has added chairman of the board to his list of positions with the chemical giant.
NAHB: Home Builders Ready to Build Green
Washington, DC. April 4, 2006--Home buyers are increasingly looking at green features when choosing new homes, and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is making sure that builders can meet that demand.
Stainmaster & Vern Yip Offer Advice on Loft Decora
Atlanta, GA, April 4, 2006--Celebrity designer and Stainmaster carpet spokesperson Vern Yip offers advice on how to use custom bound or serged carpet in difficult layouts, and turn loft spaces into homes.
Jordanian NGO turns to Domotex Middle East for Com
Amman, Jordan, April 3, 2006--The Jordan River Foundation (JRF), an Amman-headquartered non-governmental organization which is behind social projects, including carpet weaving, to bring income to the poorest areas of the Kingdom, is looking to build a com
Survey: 73% of Americans Go Online
Washington, DC, April 3, 2006--A new survey from the Pew Internet & American Life Project shows that 73% of American adults (age 18+) go online to use the internet or email.
AIA Announces 2006 Winner of Education Honor Award
Washington, DC, April 3, 2006--The American Institute of Architects (AIA) awarded the recipients of the 2006 AIA Education Honor Awards for excellence in course development and architectural teaching.