Historic Navajo Weaving in Modern Context
Tucson, AZ, October 22-- Whoever thought Navajo weaving was just some method to produce rugs should maybe think twice.
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Chain Store Sales Slow in Latest Week
New York, NY, October 19--Chain store retail sales slowed in the latest week, with discount stores seeing sales soften a bit, a report said on Tuesday.
Greenspan: Home Prices Not Hurting Economy
Washington, October 20--The record level of debt being carried by American households and soaring home prices do not appear to represent serious threats to the U.S. economy, Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said Tuesday.
FCICA Meets in Chicago
Chicago, IL, October 18--The Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA) finished its two day mid-year meeting here as an enthusiastic board of directors celebrated the organization’s accomplishments for the past year and made plans for the future.
Institute for Supply Management Broadens Online Co
Tempe, AZ, October 15, 2004 — The Institute for Supply Management announced the debut of several new online courses. Offered in ISM's online Knowledge Center, the courses provide education alternatives that are easy, convenient and cost-effective.
Durkan Patterned Carpet Introduces Colorshield
Dalton, GA, October 13—Durkan Patterned Carpet has developed ColorShield, a stain protection technology being incorporated into the company’s full line of print carpets.
Mohawk’s Floorz Combines Custom and In-Stock Opera
Dalton, GA, October 5--More than 30 years ago, Mohawk created the floor covering industry’s first co-branding store program with its introduction of Mohawk ColorCenter.
Afghan Carpet Weavers Not Too Keen on Karzai
Kabul, Afghanistan, October 4--Whoever wins Afghanistan's presidential election this week, the lives of Najiya, and Zakir Hussain, aged nine and 10 respectively, aren't going to change much.
Costco on Track for Earnings Increase of 14%
Issaquah, WA, October 1-- Costco's fourth-quarter sales rang up below Wall Street's expectations, but analysts aren't too concerned about a major hit to earnings.
Consumer Income Up, Spending Flat
Washington, DC, September 30--Personal income rose 0.4% in August, according to a Commerce Department reported issued Thursday. It was the largest increase since May.