Colorado State

Salisbury, MD

The US Sun

WALMART is in the midst of renovating nearly 1,000 stores, and customers aren't fond of the new layout. CEO Doug McMillon revealed 926 Walmart stores would be remodeled by the beginning of next year. Stores will have new layouts that are meant to streamline the shopping process. The renovations focus...

Walmart customers slam new store layout saying it ‘doesn’t make sense’ – and aisles now ‘nightmare to navigate’

Amazon is an undeniably convenient place to shop online, but there are also plenty of reasons to avoid it. Between the poor working conditions in its warehouses, the danger its drivers face, its track record of union busting, its disastrous effect on the environment, the way it dodges income taxes, and the damage it has caused to small businesses, it's not exactly a bastion of ethical business practices.

Sick of Buying Everything on Amazon? Here's How to Shop Small Businesses Online

Los Angeles Times

Retailers including Walmart and Kroger have rolled out electronic shelf labels that display the cost of a product digitally and can be easily adjusted. Both companies said they will not use the technology to jack up prices.

The future of shopping is here with digital price tags, and some are worried

The Motley Fool

Certain items can sell within just 24 hours on Facebook Marketplace. Read on to find out what items sell quickly and how to improve your selling odds.

4 Things You Can Sell Fast on Facebook Marketplace

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Many or all of the products here are from our partners that compensate us. It’s how we make money. But our editorial integrity ensures our experts’ opinions aren’t influenced by compensation. Terms may apply to offers listed on this page. I've used Facebook Marketplace, an online marketplace...

How to Make Money on Facebook Marketplace

Virginia State

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

TheConversationAU

You’re scrolling through your socials and an app for an online shopping site appears. You click the link but, before you can see any merchandise, a spinning wheel flashes up and invites you to press the button to spin. You do and you win 50% off any purchase. How good is that?

This is gamification and the spinning wheel example is used by Temu, the multi-billion online marketplace operating out of China from which you can purchase almost anything.

Gamification – the use of game elements in non-game contexts to increase participation – is on the rise. 

Businesses use it to attract...

You might get a discount or free coffee but you’re also being played by the multi-billion dollar gamification industry

There are a lot of potential symptoms women can experience during perimenopause and menopause. Unfortunately, many aren't discussed, which can cause you to be alarmed if you happen to experience something like menopause flooding. If you find yourself suddenly soaking through tampons or pads at a rate you haven't experienced...

What Causes "Menopause Flooding"? 3 Ob-Gyns Explain

Insider

McDonald's global comparable sales dropped 1%. CEO Chris Kempczinski said the company hadn't homed in strongly enough on value.

McDonald's just admitted that it's too expensive, and it's driving some customers away

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Smyrna, GA

A RETAILER has lost out to one of its rivals due to a push at checkout that is sending customers elsewhere. Janet Furgason from Georgia, took to Facebook to share how after several decades, she will no longer shop at Lowe’s. Her experience alone has been enough to see others flee the retailer. “I am […]

‘I will no longer be shopping at Lowes,’ customer says after being forced to use self-checkout thanks to store’s move

Kevin Bryla is the chief marketing officer of SpotOn, a software and payment technology company that works with restaurants. Tipflation, tip creep, and tip fatigue have recently become part of the vernacular of conversations around American tip culture, and that’s having an unintended impact. While consumer frustration over rising food prices and the emergence of tips in new industries is valid, the narrative that tips have spun “out of control” is not reflective of reality and is harmful to the independent restaurants that serve as pillars of our local communities and their teams who are working hard to provide customers with a memorable experience.

‘Tipflation’ narrative is harmful to the restaurant industry

Quincy, MA

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Dianna Carney

Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

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How Word-of-Mouth Promotion Can Make a Huge Difference For Black Businesses

Building a successful business is far from easy, but the barriers BIPOC entrepreneurs face are exponentially more challenging. A 2024 survey found that 86 percent of...

How Word-of-Mouth Promotion Can Make a Huge Difference For Black Businesses

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