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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

This harmful nuisance lurks in your laundry – Take these tips into use immediately

The article discusses the environmental impact of microplastics released from synthetic textiles during washing and offers practical tips for consumers to reduce these effects.

Mar 22 • 07:55 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Export to America Collapses: Food, Textiles, and Timber Hit

Italy's exports to America have significantly declined, particularly affecting the food, textile, and timber sectors.

Mar 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

How to choose sheets and bed linen that last as long as possible

The article provides guidance on selecting high-quality and durable bed sheets to ensure longevity and comfort.

Mar 19 • 23:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Return of the 'Cursed' Designer. He Had All the Success, Was Cancelled, and Now He Will Work with One of the Most Important Textiles in the World

John Galliano is making a significant return to the fashion world by redefining Zara's archives after a three-year absence following his controversial cancellation.

Mar 18 • 06:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lycra files for bankruptcy with $1.2 billion debt

The Lycra Company has filed for bankruptcy in Houston, Texas, as it seeks to address its $1.2 billion debt while receiving new financing to support its restructuring efforts.

Mar 17 • 16:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Textiles and Shoes Now in SENT. Many Uncertainties Regarding This System

The SENT system in Poland has been expanded to include textiles and footwear due to alarming levels of grey market activity.

Mar 16 • 18:09 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Textile Exhibition Opened at Võrumaa Museum

A textile exhibition titled 'Surface Patterns: Three Generations in Fashion' showcasing the works of three generations of fashion designers inspired by Võrumaa's landscape motifs has opened at the Võrumaa Museum.

Mar 15 • 16:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Which brands will be at the Shopping Walk of Living Experience

The Living Experience design and decoration exhibition showcases a well-curated selection of brands offering textiles, aromas, handcrafted objects, kitchen pieces, and bathroom solutions.

Mar 13 • 06:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Folded Stories of Women in the Old Drawer

The book 'Lullaby for Grandma' by Jo Eun-sook reflects on the lives of women, particularly in Lodz, Poland, connecting generational stories through fabric art and memory.

Mar 13 • 03:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Circular Economy in Germering: Free Textiles, Books, or Toys

The Germering exchange house promotes a circular economy by encouraging people to exchange items like clothing, books, and toys for free.

Mar 12 • 11:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Horrific Working Conditions in a Bulgarian Textile Factory Revealed by the Film Made in EU. The Reality is Worse, Says the Director

A new film exposes the distressing working conditions in a Bulgarian textile factory, prompting harsh criticism from its director about the labor situation.

Mar 12 • 10:13 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Clothing chaos at Norrland University Hospital: 'Risk that we spread infection'

A shortage of textiles for both patients and staff at Norrland University Hospital has been reported due to a renegotiated contract with the supplier, Textilia.

Mar 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Middle East Shock Forces Yeocheon NCC to Declare 'Force Majeure'... Chain Crisis in Petrochemicals, Rubber, and Textiles

Yeocheon NCC has declared a 'force majeure' due to disrupted naphtha supply chains from the Middle East, raising alarms about a wider crisis in the petrochemical industry.

Mar 9 • 02:49 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Paying for Wool That Is Otherwise Valued as Worthless

Icelandic consumers are being encouraged to pay for wool that is typically considered worthless, potentially impacting local industries.

Mar 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Turkish textiles are in a downturn

The Turkish textile industry faces significant challenges due to high inflation, refugee issues, and declining export levels, signaling a critical crisis.

Mar 7 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Vyškov is plagued by phantom waste attackers, robbing containers for textiles and electronics

The town of Vyškov is facing issues with unidentified individuals stealing from textile and electronics containers.

Mar 6 • 09:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

EXPERT WARNING: Don't ruin your home textiles with inexperienced cleaning!

This article discusses the importance of correctly responding to fresh stains and choosing the appropriate cleaning agent for different types of textiles in the home.

Mar 5 • 05:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Wool Produced in Czechia Awaiting Yearly Harsh Testing in Antarctica

Czech-produced wool is set to undergo rigorous testing in Antarctica.

Mar 1 • 13:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

From the 18th Century Corset to Clothes that Monitor Emotions

This article explores the historical evolution of women's fashion from restrictive garments to modern, technologically advanced clothing that monitors emotions.

Mar 1 • 03:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A new folk costume fabric made from recycled textiles created in Latvia

A Latvian organization has developed a new fabric for traditional folk skirts using recycled wool textiles to provide a more affordable alternative for cultural attire.

Feb 28 • 14:52 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Classic and Scandinavian: – I really like the mix of dark and light wood, warm colors, and natural textiles

A couple shares their experience renovating a classic 1920s home in a cozy neighborhood, emphasizing their appreciation for its design and warmth.

Feb 27 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Clothing - Textiles: Exports decreased by 7.2% in 2025

Greek exports in the clothing and textile sector fell by 7.2% in 2025 due to inflation and changes in consumer behavior.

Feb 26 • 07:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Companies will not be able to destroy unsold clothing. Expert explains why it was easier to throw it away

The European Commission is advancing legislation aimed at banning the destruction of unsold clothing and footwear.

Feb 26 • 06:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How to eliminate the musty smell from wardrobes

The article discusses eco-friendly alternatives for eliminating musty odors from wardrobes, emphasizing the importance of proper ventilation and natural solutions.

Feb 25 • 10:26 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wuppertal Family Business: Textile Factory Frieba Faces Insolvency After Over 100 Years

The Wuppertal-based textile manufacturer Frieba, which has supplied luxury brands for over a century, is entering insolvency proceedings.

Feb 20 • 15:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Italy intercepts more than 1,000 tons of illegal waste, mainly textiles, headed for Africa and Asia

Italy has seized over 1,000 tons of illegal waste, chiefly textiles, destined for Africa and Asia as part of a global operation led by the World Customs Organization.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
National & Local

Our Changing World: Science for future fashion

The UPWEARS project seeks to address sustainability issues in the textile industry by innovating the supply chain through scientific research involving 14 partners from seven countries including New Zealand.

Feb 16 • 16:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who is special for the US in India-Bangladesh? Trump's new strategy... a big game under the guise of tariffs

The article discusses the shifting trade dynamics between India and Bangladesh with the US, particularly in textiles, as the US reduces tariffs for both countries.

Feb 13 • 14:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Taylor Swift asks the US government to stop the trademark registration of the slogan 'Swift Home' by a home textiles brand

Taylor Swift is urging the US government to prevent the registration of the slogan 'Swift Home' by Cathay Home, claiming it misleads consumers and resembles her registered signature.

Feb 13 • 10:21 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

The woollen mill that warmed Western Australia for over a century

The article highlights the rich history of Albany Woollen Mills and the ongoing efforts to preserve its legacy through the collection of blankets and documentation of its history.

Feb 12 • 23:47 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Can the US impose a '0' tariff on textiles?

The US may impose a '0' tariff on textiles as part of the India-US Trade Deal, according to Indian Minister Piyush Goyal.

Feb 12 • 15:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Big news regarding the deal, the US may impose '0' tariff on textiles, says Piyush Goyal

Piyush Goyal announced that the US may impose a zero tariff on India's textile sector, following recent relaxations in trade conditions between India and the US.

Feb 12 • 10:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Political Textiles in Frankfurt: The Silk Knows the Murderer

An exhibition at the Museum of Applied Arts in Frankfurt explores the political significance of textiles, focusing on tapestries as a medium of political resistance.

Feb 11 • 22:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1926: Importers of fine fabrics in São Paulo complain about law

Importers of fine fabrics in São Paulo are meeting to discuss the implications of a new law that requires labeling on imported products.

Feb 11 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

REVIEW: Brilliant Golden Ingots as Living Heritage

An exhibition at Niguliste Museum showcases the treasures of Toledo Cathedral, mainly featuring works by El Greco along with exquisite textiles signifying a cultural heritage important to Spain and Estonia.

Feb 10 • 22:01 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
Life & Tech

Why are new tea towels worse at drying dishes than old ones?

Old tea towels are often better at drying dishes than new ones due to their increased absorbency from use, which is backed by science.

Feb 10 • 20:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bangladesh Also Made a Trade Deal with the US; Trump Only Reduced Tariff by 1 Percent!

Bangladesh has reached a trade deal with the US ahead of its general elections, granting duty-free access to certain textiles.

Feb 10 • 11:32 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

US and Bangladesh agree trade deal

The US and Bangladesh have reached a trade agreement that lowers tariffs on most Bangladeshi exports while providing specific conditions for textiles and apparel.

Feb 10 • 11:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

The USA has a new trade agreement with Bangladesh. Some apparel exempt from tariffs

The USA has signed a new trade agreement with Bangladesh, reducing tariffs on certain goods and exempting selected apparel from duties.

Feb 10 • 11:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How much benefit will Indian exports get from the US trade deal?

The article discusses the potential benefits of the US trade deal for Indian exporters.

Feb 9 • 02:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Clothing is already 30% cheaper under Milei's management, but textiles are the manufacturing sector that lost the most jobs

Clothing prices have decreased by 30% under President Javier Milei's policies, resulting in significant job losses within the textile sector.

Feb 8 • 22:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Do this cleaning task now - Only possible in winter

The article emphasizes the importance of winter cleaning tasks, particularly the refreshing of carpets through snow washing, while advising against washing most carpets in the snow.

Feb 7 • 08:17 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Life & Tech

If the spider silk is dyed - for your future clothes

Researchers in Uppsala are experimenting with genetically modified bacteria that produce colored spider silk proteins, leading to the creation of vibrantly dyed yet mechanically strong fibers for future clothing.

Feb 7 • 05:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The plan of Uniqlo to conquer the world: discipline, repetition, and technology

Tadashi Yanai, the founder of Japanese textile giant Uniqlo, believes he has the key to becoming a truly global brand after years of failures in the United States, aiming for annual sales of 3 trillion yen in the country.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Job Outlook for the First Half of This Year…Sunny for Semiconductors, Cloudy for Textiles

The job outlook for the first half of this year predicts an increase in employment in the semiconductor sector while the textile sector is expected to see a decline.

Feb 6 • 03:20 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

The Apron in the East: An Indestructible Piece of GDR

The story of the Dederon apron, a nostalgic emblem of East Germany, which continues to be produced in the Erzgebirge for its sentimental value.

Feb 5 • 10:26 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Amid the clash with the Government, textile companies say imported clothing is 25% cheaper than in 2024

Textile companies are pushing back against recent comments from government officials regarding clothing prices, arguing that imported garments are significantly cheaper due to high local taxes.

Feb 4 • 19:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

These 28 stocks... Will benefit the most from the India-US deal, experts claim!

Following the recent trade deal between India and the US, brokerage firm Ventura Securities has identified stocks that are expected to yield significant profits due to anticipated growth in Indian exports, particularly in sectors like textiles and electronics.

Feb 4 • 13:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Overwhelming Heat: How to Care for Your Skin in High Temperatures

Medical professionals provide guidance on dermatological prevention measures, emphasizing cellular hydration and lightweight textiles as key for coping with extreme temperatures.

Feb 3 • 17:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Brazilian fashion does not live only on commodities and has a creative identity

Amid the celebration of the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, Brazilian textile sector executives have controversially claimed that there is no design in Brazil, revealing a disconnect from the historical foundations of European fashion.

Feb 3 • 13:00 UTC

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