sneaker

Founded in Massachusetts in the early 1900s, the popularity of Converse has skyrocketed since its Chuck Taylor sneaker was first introduced to US basketball courts in 1917.

From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026

Peacock acknowledged the sneaker brand’s apology, but added that “must come with accountability.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026

The company also showcased expanded manufacturing capabilities using a robotic-arm to create a seamless, laceless upper part of a sneaker in minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026

Just three years ago, Kioshi employed nearly 120 people and produced 40,000 pairs of sneaker and flip-flops a month in the south of Buenos Aires.

From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026

Alma tapped his leg with her sneaker, but Clayton only turned his head to the other side.

From "Clayton Byrd Goes Underground" by Rita Williams-Garcia

My sneakers of course were Pro-Keds like my idol’s.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

Nike has been trying to sell off casual throwback sneakers, like Dunks and Air Force 1s, that have fallen out of style.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026

Beyond training, hip Chinese people wear tennis skirts and high-end running sneakers as fashion statements.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026

Nike has tried to churn out new sneakers and other gear more quickly to re-engage consumers.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026

Coal put on the pants, the T-shirt, socks, and the sneakers.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste