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First2Print Intros Large-Format Digital Printing S

Miami Beach, FL, April 4, 2006--First2Print, a large-format fabric printing service, will showcase three new materials for instantly customizing textiles, starting at just 25 yards, via digital printing at this week's Material World show.

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.

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