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U.K. Carpets Rescue Deal Is Sealed

Donaghadee, UK, Dec. 29--More than 100 jobs are to be created in Co Down in the New Year thanks to a rescue plan at a stricken carpets factory, it emerged today, According to the Belfast Telegraph.

Home Depot, Vendors Sparring

Atlanta, GA, Dec. 27--As the second-largest retailer in the country, Home Depot is in the catbird seat when it comes to dealing with vendors, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Help-Wanted Index Increases Two Points

New York, Dec. 29--The Conference Board's Help-Wanted Advertising Index -- a key barometer of America's job market -- increased to 39 in November, up from 37 the previous month.

New Home Sales Off

Washington. Dec. 24--Sales of new homes sank about 2.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.08 million, the Commerce Department estimated Wednesday.

Avery Sports Turf Announces Acquisition and Patent

Minneapolis, Dec 23-- Avery Sports Turf, Inc. announced it has purchased the building in Rome Georgia, as well as the proprietary and manufacturing assets of a company previously operating under the same name.

Tight German Visa Regulations May Pose Problem For

Bhadohi, India, Dec 24--The participation of Indian carpet exporters at the 'Domotex Fair' in Germany next month is doubtful due to visa restrictions imposed by that country, according to the Hindu News Service.

Earth-like Carpet Woven In Iran

Birjand, Iran, Dec 24 - A unique earth-shaped carpet has been woven by a couple of weavers from the city, northeastern Iran, according to IRIB News.