Shopping News Page 138
This is page #138 of the shopping news archives.
Al Nassma Camel Milk Chocolate Company Going Global
Reuters reports that Al Nassma, a United Arab Emirates based manufacturer of chocolate made from camel milk, is ready to to take its chocolates global. (July 21, 2009)
President Obama Criticized For Wearing Mom Jeans at All-Star Game
President Obama was heavily criticized for wearing mom jeans when he threw out the first pitch at the 2009 All-Star Game. He also wore a White Sox jacket. (July 15, 2009)
Lindsay Lohan and Kristi Kaylor Form Production Company
The Hollywood Reporter writes that Lindsay Lohan and her 6126 leggings business partner Kristi Kaylor are creating their own production company called Unforgettable Productions. (July 12, 2009)
Justin Timberlake to Write Book About Golf
The New York Observer reports that golf-crazy singer Justin Timberlake wants to write a book about golf. (July 9, 2009)
Finlay's Departure Leaves Department Stores Struggling With Fine Jewelry
Finlay's departure leaves questions about the future of fine jewelry counters at many major department stores. (July 5, 2009)
The Power of Plyometrics
Geralyn Coopersmith, a senior fitness instructor at Equinox, teaches a new exercise program called Plyometrics. (July 5, 2009)
Michael Jackson's Holographic Concert Tickets
Michael Jackson's AEG Live concert tickets contained a holographic image of him dancing. The tickets were designed by Jackson himself. (June 30, 2009)
Smokey Bear Celebrates 65th Birthday
Smokey Bear is celebrating his 65th birthday. (June 30, 2009)
Starbucks Adds Healthier Ingredients, New Breakfast Items
Starbucks is introducing food items for breakfast that include Marshmallow Dream Bars, Blueberry Oat Bars and Banana Walnut Bread. (June 30, 2009)
Swoosh Recovery: Nike CEO Compares Economic Recovery to Nike Logo
Nike recently reported a 2% drop in U. (June 26, 2009)
Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood Partners With Liberty of London
Vogue UK reports that The Rolling Stones guitarist and bassist Ronnie Wood will be collaborating with Liberty of London to launch a fashion collection that will include men's and women' (June 15, 2009)
Dolly Parton Launches Girl Scouts Patch Program
Dolly Parton's song Coat of Many Colors has inspired a new Girl Scouts patch. (June 15, 2009)
The Hard-To-Find Grocer
The Hard-To-Find Grocer was an online grocery retailer that carried some rare food items and food products that were difficult to find elsewhere. (June 14, 2009)
Company to Develop GPS Shoes for Alzheimer's Patients
A company named GTX Corp is developing GPS shoes to help locate Alzheimer's patients that wander off and get lost. (June 7, 2009)
Audrina Patridge Stars in Carl's Jr. Burger Ad
Audrina Patridge is the latest celebrity to bite down on a Carl's Jr. (June 4, 2009)
Max Factor Being Discontinued in the U.S.
Proctor & Gamble has announced that it is all sales of Max Factor cosmetics in the United States, although it will continue to sell the brand in the rest of the world. (June 4, 2009)
Freebies for National Doughnut Day
National Doughnut Day falls on the first Friday each year. Several retailers offer freebies. In the past Dunkin and Krispy Kreme have participated. (June 1, 2009)
Tous Throws Kylie Minogue a Surprise Party
A surprise party is thrown for Kylie Minogue at the Le Meurice hotel in Paris in the latest Tous campaign photographed by Ellen Von Unwerth. (May 31, 2009)
Birkin Bags as an Investment
Hermes Birkin bags can retain more of their value than other handbags. Some limited edition luxury Birkin bags have even grown in value. (May 30, 2009)
Adriana Lima Stars in Givenchy's Fall 2009 Ads
Adriana Lima looks completely different from her Victoria Secret photo shoots in Givency's Fall 2009 campaign. (May 28, 2009)