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Editor’s Note: Throughout October in celebration of Manufacturing Day/Month, IndustryWeek’s Faces of Manufacturing will share the stories of people with a passion for manufacturing. Laura Phillips City/State of Residence: Pella, Iowa Job Title: Vice President of Engineering & Procurement Company: Pella Corporation Years with Company: 16 Industry of Your Company: Window and Door Manufacturing Training/Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University and Master of Business Administration from University of Phoenix What made you decide to pursue a career in manufacturing? I’ve always loved science and math. That curiosity and problem-solving mindset naturally led me toward engineering.…

THE RUNDOWNSydney Sweeney attended Variety’s Power of Women gala in a sheer silver dress by Christian Cowan and Elias Matso.At the event, the actress delivered a speech honoring boxer Christy Martin, whom she’ll portray in the upcoming film Christy. In a recent interview with Variety, Sweeney spoke about being seen as a “sex symbol” and why she thinks it’s a mischaracterization.On Wednesday, Sydney Sweeney made a bold statement on the red carpet at Variety’s Power of Women gala held at the Beverly Hills Hotel. The Euphoria star attended the event in a sheer silver dress from Christian Cowan and Elias…

MOTORISTS and homeowners save hundreds of pounds a year by having a no-claims bonus – but how much does it REALLY save you. We’ve crunched the numbers to look at how much breaking your no-claims streak could cost you. Sign up for the Money newsletter Thank you! If you do not make a claim on your car or home insurance for 12 months, you usually earn a no-claims bonus. This is a discount added at renewal and it grows each year you stay claim-free. But, if you make a fault claim, the bonus is often reduced or lost, and your…

By, Trevor Abrahmsohn, Glentree International You’d think that the Prime Minister and Chancellor would be ‘punch drunk’ from the ‘kicking’ they are getting from the electorate and would try to conjure a slightly more appetising dish in the forthcoming autumn Budget, than Mansion Tax (MT). No, not these two ‘numb nuts’, instead, by all accounts, they are planning to impose a MT, which will greatly disadvantage some and irritate others, so that doubling down on the incompetence of these two ‘goons’, is carrying on apace. Why would MT be disadvantageous? It will raise, at best, a paltry £2billion which is…

Weekly options allow traders to capitalize on short-term news As new traders flood the market, a return to the basics may help novices understand the fundamentals of options trading.  Stock options are contracts that represent the right to buy (or sell) shares of the underlying equity at a predetermined price, and by a predetermined date. These options are a flexible way to trade, with long or short predictions in the way of calls (bullish) or puts (bearish). As indicated by their names, weekly stock options expire on the Friday’s of their respective week, while monthly stock options expire on the…

Keynotes from regional and national experts explore innovation, sustainability, and growth in Vermont’s manufacturing sector  Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Chamber of Commerce has announced the keynote presentations for the 2025 Vermont Manufacturing Summit, taking place November 19–20, 2025, at Hotel Champlain in Burlington. Bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, and experts from across Vermont, New England, and Canada, this year’s Summit will focus on collaboration, innovation, and opportunity, addressing the challenges and possibilities shaping the future of manufacturing. Over two days, attendees will explore strategies for strengthening supply chains, navigating regulatory changes, advancing workforce development, and embracing sustainable and technological innovation.…

YOU don’t need to cut back on takeaways and stop buying lattes to get rich. In fact, there’s no need to spend less at all, according to financial expert Laura Linden. Laura, a financial strategist and accountant who has made a career turning around struggling businesses, has revealed some common myths that are holding you back when it comes to increasing your wealth – and she says anyone can get rich. Laura Linden is the author of UnF*uck Your Business Finances: Unlearn the Shame, Reclaim the Power and Change the Game Brits believe you need to be earning a huge…

Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood has made a name for herself as an influential growth investor. When growth stocks are in a bull market phase, her tech- and innovation-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have tended to produce very strong returns. As a result, some investors have been paying close attention to moves that the famous growth investor makes across her company’s ETFs. Archer Aviation (ACHR 1.83%) has positioned itself as a leading player in the still-nascent electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) space. In August, Ark Invest purchased roughly $3.15 million worth of Archer stock across three of its funds –…

A planning application for 13 light industrial units on a long empty site off Tong Street has been submitted to Bradford Council. The site on Factory Street was one home to Ackroyds textile mill – a building that was badly damaged in a huge blaze in 2011. The five-story mill was demolished for safety reasons the following year, and the site has remained empty ever since, often being used by fly tippers wanting to illegally dump waste. In 2021 a planning application to build an industrial development on the site, submitted by S&W Properties was approved by Bradford Council. But…

Addis Ababa, October 30, 2025 (ENA) – The contribution of manufacturing has been showing year-on-year growth, Industry Minister Melaku Alebel said. According to him, Ethiopia’s manufacturing sector is improving every year and helping the economy.   The Made in Ethiopia campaign has contributed toward boosting industry capabilities and increasing production levels, the Minister noted. In an exclusive interview with ENA, Mekalu Alebel told ENA that the Made in Ethiopia campaign has increased production by uncovering what the sector can do and enhancing outputs.  He stated that awareness of manufacturers in making use of Ethiopia’s rich natural resources and human resource…