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Louboutin taps Jaden Smith to lead well-heeled shoemaker's men's line
Louboutin taps Jaden Smith to lead well-heeled shoemaker's men's line
by  AFP

Christian Louboutin of scarlet-stiletto fame on Wednesday named Jaden Smith, who has followed in his superstar father Will's footsteps as an actor and rapper, as artistic director of the French shoemaker's men's collection. "Jaden Smith will unveil four collections per year, including shoes, leather goods, and accessories," the brand said in a statement.

Canada central bank cuts key lending rate citing Trump tariffs
Canada central bank cuts key lending rate citing Trump tariffs
by  AFP

Canada's central bank cut its key lending rate on Wednesday, offering a boost to borrowers in an economy squeezed by US President Donald Trump's trade war. - Trump has so far maintained tariff exemptions on goods compliant with an existing North American free trade agreement, partly muting the damage to Canada's economy.

US Treasury official expected to be named IMF's second-in-command: source
US Treasury official expected to be named IMF's second-in-command: source
by  AFP

The US Treasury Department's chief of staff is anticipated to join the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in a key role as its number-two official, a source told AFP on Wednesday. Katz, who is chief of staff at the Treasury, was a senior official in the department during US President Donald Trump's first administration as well.

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