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THE WHAT? UK department store chain, The John Lewis Partnership has signed a new £420 million, five-year revolving credit facility linked to environmental targets. THE DETAILS The facility is provided by seven banks and replaced existing facilities of £500 million, which are due to expire at the end of next year. Under the terms of …

THE WHAT? The Lycra Company has announced the launch of Lycra One, an online customer portal said to empower brands, retailers and garment makers to connect to a global network of mills in one convenient platform. THE DETAILS Through the portal, users can source innovative fiber solutions using the digital fabric library, connect directly with …

THE WHAT? K-pop sensation, BTS’s music label, Hybe has announced that it is to partner with Dunamu in order to issue digital collectibles secured by blockchain, according to a report published by the Financial Times. THE DETAILS The crypto exchange operator will purchase a 5.6 percent stake in the music agency via the purchase of …

THE WHAT? Mary Kay has announced its second World Series of Innovation Challenge in partnership with Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). THE DETAILS This year, the direct sales giant is encouraging young people around the world to submit innovative solutions to promote workplace equality and ensure equal access to economic opportunity for women and girls. …

THE WHAT? The Estee Lauder Companies has announced the winners of the Nature Research Awards for Inspiring Winners in Science: Kiana Aran, Associate Professor of Medical Diagnostics and Therapeutics at Keck Graduate Institute and The Parent in Science Movement.   THE DETAILS Both receive prize money of US$40,000 to spend on initiatives relating to their …