Poll shows Trump, Biden in tight race in Texas

A tight race is shaping up in Texas between former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenHillicon Valley: Biden calls on Facebook to change political speech rules | Dems demand hearings after Georgia election chaos | Microsoft stops selling facial recognition tech to police Trump finalizing executive order calling on police to use ‘force with compassion’ The …

Nylstar launches Meryl recycled yarns using Invista

European textile company Nylstar has introduced the new Meryl yarn, made by Invista, as part of the global strategy to provide circular economy solutions to the textile industry. Meryl yarn contains more than 50 percent of recycled content. Invista sources post-industrial nylon 6.6 material from its plant in Kingston, Canada, where fibres for airbags and …

Harris, Warren seen as top candidates to be Biden VP

Joe BidenJoe BidenHillicon Valley: Biden calls on Facebook to change political speech rules | Dems demand hearings after Georgia election chaos | Microsoft stops selling facial recognition tech to police Trump finalizing executive order calling on police to use ‘force with compassion’ The Hill’s Campaign Report: Biden campaign goes on offensive against Facebook MORE and …

Oregon Republican Cliff Bentz wins House primary to replace Greg Walden

Oregon Republican Cliff Bentz won the GOP primary in the state’s 2nd Congressional District, securing a spot in the general election to replace retiring Rep. Greg WaldenGregory (Greg) Paul WaldenIn Trump response to coronavirus, left sees environmental injustice GOP lawmakers say Steve King’s loss could help them in November Overnight Health Care: Hydroxychloroquine ineffective in …

Vermont governor, running for reelection, won't campaign or raise money

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott (R) on Thursday said that he would run for a third term in office — but that he would not mount a traditional campaign or raise money in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. In an email to supporters, Scott said the spreading virus demands his attention more than the campaign trail.  “As …

Trump campaign, RNC to resume in-person activities

President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate advances public lands bill in late-night vote Warren, Democrats urge Trump to back down from veto threat over changing Confederate-named bases Esper orders ‘After Action Review’ of National Guard’s role in protests MORE’s reelection efforts will switch back into action next week for the first time since the coronavirus lockdown ground …

Jon Ossoff to challenge David Perdue after winning Georgia Democratic primary

Investigative journalist Jon Ossoff won the Democratic Senate primary in Georgia on Wednesday, setting him up for a head-to-head match-up against Sen. David Perdue (R-Ga.) in November. Ossoff received about 50.5 percent of the votes tallied as of Wednesday night, The Associated Press reported. His closest primary opponent, former Columbus Mayor Teresa Tomlinson finished well behind …

Hamilton: Vettel resolve indicative of ‘great character’

Lewis Hamilton empathizes with Sebastian Vettel’s current plight, insisting his former arch-rival’s resolve in the face of adversity is a testimony to the German driver’s “great character”. Vettel will leave Ferrari at the end of the season and so far the signs point to a paltry departure through the back door for the four-time world …

Claudia Schiffer to curate an exhibition of 90s fashion photography

German supermodel Claudia Schiffer is to curate an exhibition of 90s fashion photography at the Kunstpalast Düsseldorf. Schiffer will bring together legendary fashion photographers, designers and editors to transport visitors back to fashion in the 90s. In total, there will be 120 exhibits that draw upon the various aspects, characters and places that were important …

Hummel and Astrid Andersen announce sustainable collaboration

Sportswear brand Hummel and contemporary designer Astrid Andersen have announced their collaboration for an AW20 collection. The collaboration sees them re-purpose their archives of unused stock to create new pieces, advocating a future of more conscious consumption. The collection consists of about fifteen styles and uses team jerseys from Hummel which are then reworked and …