Footwear
Coverage of Footwear in the Nexus archive.
- Brazil’s Coffee, Beef and Iron Ore Spared as US 25% Tariff Hits Manufactured Goods
Brazil's coffee, beef, iron ore, aircraft parts, and pharmaceutical inputs are excluded from the US 25% tariff on manufactured goods, protecting key export sectors. However, footwear, textiles, seafood, sugar, ethanol, and pig iron remain subject to the tariff, posing risks to industrial exporters reliant on US demand.
- Brooklyn, New York City girl Kiara Paolasin drowns at Southampton beach on Long Island
A 6-year-old girl from Brooklyn, New York City, drowned at Southampton beach on Long Island after attempting to retrieve her footwear that was swept into the water. The incident occurred at a beach on Long Island.
- JD Vance reveals secret White House dress code Trump expects from confidants and the footwear he hates
JD Vance disclosed a White House dress code that Donald Trump expects his confidants to follow. The article also mentions specific footwear that Trump dislikes.
- Allbirds officially rebrands as it pivots from footwear to A.I., sending stock soaring
Allbirds rebranded and hired a new leader, shifting from footwear to A.I., leading to a stock surge despite some consumer confusion. The company, previously known for sustainable sneakers, announced its pivot away from the shoe business.
- Engadget Podcast: Allbirds goes from shoes to AI
The Engadget Podcast discusses Allbirds' transition from a footwear company to an AI-focused enterprise. The article highlights the company's strategic shift towards artificial intelligence after initially gaining popularity for its eco-friendly shoes.