* World News Quick Take Nov 15, 2009
A British heritage charity is encouraging employees to help the environment by eschewing indoor toilets and relieving themselves outdoors. The experiment applies to male gardening staff at Wimpole Hall, a stately home about 80km north of London. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Paul Smith gives collection a Congolese makeover Sep 23, 2009
British heritage brand Jaeger also took the power suit route, storming the runway with oversized boyfriend blazers complemented by short shorts rolled up at the hems ... British heritage brand Jaeger also took the power suit route, storming the runway with oversized boyfriend blazers complemented by short shorts rolled up at the hems. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Burberry Climbs After Ahrendts Says U.K. Demand for Luxury Goods `On Fire' Sep 23, 2009
Burberry, the U.K.s largest luxury-goods maker, showed its catwalk collection in the English capital for the first time yesterday, rather than in Milan, to highlight its British heritage. The company, known for its iconic trench coats, unveiled its high-end Prorsum collection by creative director , as well as streaming it live on the. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Jaeger saviour to buy Aquascutum Sep 9, 2009
He has set his sights on overseas expansion, looking to play on the firm being "steeped" in British heritage. Northamptonshire-based Aquascutum was established in 1851 and opened its first UK factory in 1909. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Sweetening the offer? Sep 8, 2009
"This proposed combination is about growth. We are eager to build upon Cadbury's iconic brands and strong British heritage through increased investment and innovation," said Irene B. Rosenfeld, chairman and CEO of Kraft Foods. Kraft may be in for a fight. (MSNBC -- Business)
Kraft's $16.7 billion bid for Cadbury rejected Sep 7, 2009
"This proposed combination is about growth. We are eager to build upon Cadbury's iconic brands and strong British heritage through increased investment and innovation," said Irene B. Rosenfeld, chairman and CEO of Kraft Foods. Cadbury, nearly tripled its net profit in the first half of the year as the company pocketed a big gain from the sale of its beverage business and chocolate consumption rose. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Kraft in $16.7bn bid for Cadbury Sep 7, 2009
We are eager to build upon Cadbury's iconic brands and strong British heritage through increased investment and innovation ... "We are eager to build upon Cadbury's iconic brands and strong British heritage through increased investment and innovation. We have great respect and admiration for Cadbury, its employees, its leadership and its proud heritage.". (BBC News -- Americas)
Kraft Foods launches 10.2 bln bid for Cadbury Sep 7, 2009
"We are eager to build upon Cadbury's iconic brands and strong British heritage through increased investment and innovation.". She added: "We hope to engage with the Board of Cadbury on a constructive basis with the goal of consummating a recommended transaction.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Burberry May Speed U.S. Growth Amid Deals on New York, Indianapolis Space Sep 5, 2009
The brands sales in the Americas are growing faster than any other region as the appeal of its plaid patterns, British heritage and Brit perfume resists the recession in the U.S.. They are behind in geographical presence compared to all the main players like LVMH, so to expand in the U.S. market makes sense, , an analyst at Standard & Poors Equity Research in London said by phone. (Bloomberg -- UK)
A health care prescription from Canada Aug 10, 2009
We peacefully share a continent, a British heritage of representative government and now ownership of GM. And, until 50 years ago, we had similar health systems, health care costs and vital statistics. The U.S.' and Canada's different health insurance decisions make up the world's largest health policy experiment. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Canadian health model delivers despite flaws Aug 6, 2009
We peacefully share a continent, a British heritage of representative government and now ownership of GM. And, until 50 years ago, we had similar health systems, health-care costs and vital statistics. The U.S. and Canada s different health insurance decisions make up the world s largest health policy experiment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Meet Canada's latest designing brothers Mar 28, 2009
These schools have a strong British heritage that, combined with an eyedropper of the exotic, provides our look for fall. Speaking of Dean and Dan, you've also been mentioned along with those other Canadian designers, denim guys Chip and Pepper Foster. (Globe and Mail)
New citizens enter a new world Mar 5, 2009
Part of our British heritage is never giving up. Mom is saying, You can take away this, but I can overcome whatever is in my path. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Mud, sweat and beers Mar 3, 2009
A quirky slice of British heritage, the Royal Shrovetide Football match is an adrenaline-fuelled tradition dating back to at least the 12th century, and the game has changed little since then. Once a year, the quaint rural town of Ashbourne in Derbyshire, central England, splits into Up'ards and Down'ards those born north and south of the River Henmore for a blood-and-thunder ruck that rampages through the streets and surrounding fields. (iAfrica.com)
