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New running shoe brand January launches

January, a new global running shoe brand rooted in “innovation, inclusivity and considered design” has launched, founded by male and female Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) runners. Described as a “next-generation running” brand, January is looking to reimagine high-performance running “for everyone,” reflecting the sport's...

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How Messi carried Adidas ahead of Nike in sportswear's media race

Adidas closed the first half of 2026 as the sportswear industry's most visible brand, generating 1.9 billion dollars in Media Impact Value (MIV) between January 1 and June 30, according to data from Launchmetrics. The figure represents a 12 percent increase over the second half of 2025 and places the German brand ahead of Nike, which recorded...

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Trump takes control of Hormuz: imposes a 20 percent toll on all cargo

Madrid – In the latest update on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East between Iran and the US, and the status of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, US president Donald J. Trump has reaffirmed that the maritime corridor remains open for the passage of goods. This security guarantee is provided by the US, and as a result, a 20 percent toll will...

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Olivier Rousteing appointed creative director of Rabanne

Rabanne has confirmed the appointment of Olivier Rousteing as its new creative director, marking one of the most closely watched leadership transitions in the luxury sector this season. The 40-year-old French designer succeeds Julien Dossena, who announced his departure on June 24, 2026 after a 13-year tenure at the Puig-owned house. “Joining...

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