OPEC+ oil producers to increase production from October
Pump jacks operate at Wintershall Dea premises. A core group of OPEC+ oil cartel members on Sunday agreed to continue their expansion of production volumes from next month. Mohssen Assanimoghaddam/dpa A core group of OPEC+ oil cartel members on Sunday agreed to continue their expansion of production volumes from next month. Saudi Arabia, Russia and…
Read MoreShip’s log: A day on board the Global Sumud Flotilla heading for Gaza
With the Global Sumud Flotilla en route to Gaza, Colombian journalist Mauricio Morales, who has been covering the flotilla’s journey for Al Jazeera, describes a typical day at sea for the two dozen or so volunteers on board his boat. 7am People begin to stir, grab their phones, and scroll for news. Most boats have…
Read MoreJapanese prime minister announces resignation after losses fracture party support
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation Sunday, clearing the way for a leadership contest within his ruling, but wobbly, Liberal Democratic Party. Source link
Read MoreVW showcases four new electric cars ahead of IAA Mobility show
Before the start of the IAA Mobility international automotive industry show in Germany, the Volkswagen Group showcased on Sunday how it plans to make inroads into the electric entry-level segment next year. Two days before the official start of the exhibition in the southern city of Munich on Tuesday, the manufacturer presented its four new…
Read MoreNetanyahu says 100,000 Palestinians left Gaza, Hamas trying to stop them
PM: Ending the Gaza war quickly best way to combat diplomatic price paid by Israel • ‘Finish the war as quickly as possible, finish it with the victory we have defined’ About 100,000 Gazans have left the Strip as the IDF has ramped up its Gaza City incursion, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday at…
Read MoreAir Canada flight attendants emphatically reject wage offer presented to them. What happens now?
Flight Attendants Overwhelmingly Reject Tentative Wage Deal In a decisive move, Air Canada flight attendants have overwhelmingly turned down the tentative wage agreement reached in August to end a brief strike. Approximately 99.1 percent of around 10,000 cabin crew voted against the proposal. What the Agreement Covered The proposal included a 12 percent pay increase…
Read MoreDespite lack of local protests, Gaza City evacuation threatens Hamas’s tight grip
Why are there no protests in Gaza against Hamas, who is threatening it on the ground, and what will happen without the human shield? Israel’s security establishment has assessed that the public in Gaza rarely demonstrates against Hamas due to deep fear and tightening control, but noted that the organization is not immune to internal…
Read MoreMy Classic-Cool Fashion Recs Always Sell Out—I Bet These 16 Fall Finds Are Next
As a fashion editor, I draw inspiration and product recommendations from others in the industry, but not just anyone. Over the years, I’ve curated a tight list of people I follow on Instagram, TikTok, and Substack—those with distinct personal style and a “less is more” approach to fashion. They aren’t swayed by micro-trends or rushing…
Read MoreThe Forgotten Icons Who Redefined Beauty Standards for Curvy Women | The Curvy Fashionista
Mae West Mae West (image credits: eBay, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=24931677) Mae West, one of Hollywood’s earliest bombshells, celebrated her curves unapologetically in the 1930s. She often wrote her own lines that emphasized confidence and sexuality. At a time of rigid body ideals, she made curviness glamorous and desirable. Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe (image credits: eBayfront…
Read MoreFrom Lane Bryant to Prada: The Journey of Plus-Size Fashion in High-End Style | The Curvy Fashionista
Origins: Lane Bryant Pioneers Plus-Size (1920s–1950s) Origins: Lane Bryant Pioneers Plus-Size (1920s–1950s) (image credits: flickr) Lane Bryant began as a maternity-wear brand and soon introduced dedicated plus-size lines, coining and legitimizing the term. It created the first real foundation for inclusive fashion. The brand’s revolutionary approach wasn’t just about creating bigger sizes. They understood that…
Read More6 Myths About Plus Size Fashion That Are Outdated | The Curvy Fashionista
Plus‑Size Fashion Is a Niche Market Plus‑Size Fashion Is a Niche Market (image credits: wikimedia) This idea is no longer true. A large portion of women wear sizes above 14, making plus‑size fashion a major part of the overall market. Brands that treat it as niche are missing out. The demand is strong, and it’s…
Read MoreSouthwest Sets New Refund Rules For Plus-Size Travelers Starting January | The Curvy Fashionista
Policy Shift Announced Policy Shift Announced (image credits: unsplash) Southwest Airlines will require plus-size passengers to buy extra seats before travel beginning January 27, when assigned seating launches. This marks a significant departure from their previous approach to accommodating travelers who need additional space. The timing coincides with the airline’s broader operational changes that will…
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