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U.S. online sales surge, shoppers throng stores on Thanksgiving evening
Reuters - 24 Nov 2017 05:08
(Reuters) - U.S. shoppers had splurged more than $1.52 billion online by Thanksgiving evening, and more bargain hunters turned up at stores this year after two weak holiday seasons as retailers opened their doors early o...
Black Friday is really worth the hype
New York Post - 24 Nov 2017 04:51
Don't believe the haters: Black Friday really is all that when it comes to big discounts. The post-Thanksgiving shopping scrum is increasingly getting slammed by critics who say it's not worth the hassle of crowds, lost ...
7 Things Every Social Entrepreneur Can Be Grateful For This Year
Forbes - 24 Nov 2017 01:40
During the day of gratitude, there's a lot to be thankful for. If you're a social entrepreneur, that's especially true. Here are 7 things to be thankful for, no matter where your organization is at.
Illegal Student Workers Uncovered In Foxconn's iPhone X Factories
Forbes - 24 Nov 2017 00:14
A recent investigation by the Financial Times has uncovered evidence of high school students working long hours assembling the iPhone X in Chinese factories. The students are interning at Foxconn, Apple's largest contrac...
McDonald's CEO Has Whopper of a Stock Sale
Barron's - 24 Nov 2017 20:57
Stephen Easterbrook sold $29 million in shares earlier this week. It's his first sale since 2011.
Idaho candidate launches gubernatorial attack website
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2017 20:41
Boise businessman Tommy Ahlquist has launched an attack website criticizing his Republican gubernatorial opponents as sad choices for Idahoans. Ahlquist, who is running for political office for the first time, …
Thanksgiving weekend travel: Gas prices up, but easing, oil outlook higher
USA Today - 24 Nov 2017 16:55
Hurricane Harvey affect on gas prices fades, Oil rises to two-year high amid partial shutdown of Keystone pipeline after a spill
Scarcity Marketing: Abundant this Holiday Season?
inc - 24 Nov 2017 16:55
Hurry, supplies are limited! How FOMO impacts the purchasing journey.
CBS and Dish Network cut deal to end three-day blackout
New York Post - 24 Nov 2017 16:45
CBS and Dish Network resolved a dispute over the fees the satellite TV provider pays to the broadcaster, ending a three-day blackout that affected customers across 26 states. CBS said late Thursday it reached a multi-yea...
Uber told Softbank about its massive data breach before telling the public
New York Post - 24 Nov 2017 16:39
Uber said on Thursday that it discussed a massive data breach with potential investor SoftBank ahead of going public with details of the incident on Tuesday. The ride-hailing service is trying to complete a deal in which...
Your Doctor May Spend More Time With A Computer Than With You
Forbes - 24 Nov 2017 16:39
Health systems and healthcare practices need to invest in administrative resources that free doctors to do doctoring.
Museum Store Sunday fills shopping gap no one knew they had
USA Today - 24 Nov 2017 16:27
The day was created to educate the public about the role museum stores play in funding these cultural institutions.
'Justice League' Weekday Holds Are Strong In China, $67.5M After Week 1
Forbes - 24 Nov 2017 16:25
A $100 million PRC final gross is possible, but not assured, depending on how well Pixar's 'Coco' and John Woo's 'Manhunt' compete.
Italian firm to drill 2 wells off Cyprus in next 2 months
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2017 16:12
The top executive of ENI said Friday that the Italian oil and gas company will drill two exploratory wells off Cyprus over the next two months, expressing confidence that significant …
Apple's Black Friday deals: Not a lot of discounts, plenty of gift cards
USA Today - 24 Nov 2017 15:48
Apple has joined the Black Friday fray, but don't expect to find to big savings
7 Secrets to Get The Most Out of a Wine List at Your Next Business Dinner
inc - 24 Nov 2017 15:45
When we go to a restaurant and are handed the wine list, it can be intimidating, particularly if the list is large and complex. The fancier the restaurant, the larger the list. But you can have some fun with a wine list ...
Why is 2017 a Depressing Year for Digital Media Companies?
inc - 24 Nov 2017 15:30
This week, Inc. editors and writers talk about how media companies, from Buzzfeed to Vice, are coming up short on their revenue goals. Other companies, like Mashable, are selling for far less than expected.
Poland to phase out Sunday shopping by 2020
USA Today - 24 Nov 2017 15:27
Poland's lawmakers on Friday approved a law that will phase out Sunday shopping by the year 2020 despite criticism that it may eliminate thousands of jobs.
Hollywoods Culture of Mindlessness: The number one way a business culture can fail
inc - 24 Nov 2017 01:36
How to create a mindful company culture.
Black Friday 2017: The 9 Hot Electronics Deals (TVs And Tablets Edition)
Forbes - 24 Nov 2017 01:32
Black Friday deals are here on your favorite televisions and tablets.
Medical school hosts first seminar on medical marijuana
Miami Herald - 24 Nov 2017 23:58
The medical school at the University of Hawaii held its first seminar on medical marijuana with a panel of doctors and lawyers discussing the drug and the regulations governing its …
Need a College Scholarship? A Website Has 7 Million of Them
ThinkAdvisor - 24 Nov 2017 23:57
The TFS Scholarships website is free, has no ads and connects to more than 7 million scholarships worth $41 billion.