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RadiciGroup to Take Part in Techtextil in Atlanta

Bergamo, Italy, March 23, 2006--RadiciGroup has been invited by the Texclubtec-Italian association for the development and promotion of technical and innovative fabrics--to take part in this year’s Techtextil North America in Atlanta, GA, from 28th to 30

Karastan Helps AIDS Charity

New York, NY, March 23, 2006--Peek-a-boo cutouts followed the circular shapes of Karastan’s new Aurora Arctic pattern that was used to carpet all surfaces--floor, walls, inside, outside--of an environment created for the ninth annual Dining By Design gala

Existing-Home Sales Up 5.2%

Washington, DC, March 23, 2006--Existing-home sales rose in February following five months of decline, indicating a stabilization is taking place in the market, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Jobless Claims Off 11,000

Washington, DC, March 23, 2006--First-time claims for unemployment benefits fell by 11,000 to 302,000 in the week ending March 18, the Labor Department said today.

Study: Companies' Email Response Slipping

New York, NY, March 21, 2006--JupiterResearch, a division of Jupitermedia Corporation, has found that of the 92% of Web sites offering email as a customer support option, only 41% acknowledge receipt of customers' messages with automated email respons

Q.E.P. Lenders Waive Non-compliance

Boca Raton, FL, March 22, 2006--In a Securities and Exchange Commission filing, Q.E.P. Co., said it became aware it was in violation of financial covenants under its credit facility.

Interface Shares Off on Downgrades

New York, NY, March 22, 2006--Shares of Interface Inc., fell yesterday on Tuesday after two brokers cut their ratings on the company over valuation concerns after a recent rally in its stock price.