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It’s time to reveal the winners of the 2019 edition of GIF IT UP. We were delighted by the creativity and diversity of this year’s submissions! Thanks again to our great judges: Dani Newman (Head of Artists Partnerships at GIPHY), Zuzanna Stańska (founder of DailyArt), and Jean-Christophe Jost (an ambassador for the French group of […]
Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, once valued because of its insulating and fireproofing qualities, was used for fire-resistant garments and other products. However, exposure to asbestos fibres has caused illnesses and death among thousands of workers across Europe and the world.
Read about the history of denim and jeans, from their invention at the end of the 19th century through to the popular clothing of today.
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