Business
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Walmart Workers and Shoppers Blame Self-Checkout For Surge in Thefts
An uptick in thefts at Walmart could lead to higher prices and store closures if the issue isn’t resolved, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” earlier this month. “Theft is an issue. It’s higher than what it has…
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Nordstrom Employee Steals $165,000 in One Month
Police arrested an 18-year-old former Nordstrom employee in Lynwood, Washington for theft of about $165,000 from the retail chain. The theft took place over a one-month span in Nordstrom stores in Lynwood, Seattle, and Scottsdale, Arizona. Investigators say the suspect…
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America’s Most Loved Trucks
Ford Motor Co. has been on a roll in the past few years, reviving its Bronco and Ranger nameplates, introducing an electric Mustang SUV, and producing the first of its hotly anticipated electric F-150 Lightning pickups — which was named MotorTrend’s…
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What Do Walmart, Costco, and Other Big Retailers Do With What You Return?
Sometimes it doesn’t work out. You go shopping, or perhaps order something online. It arrives and then … meh. It doesn’t thrill you, at least not enough to justify the price. So you take it back. Next time, though, the…
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These Companies Paid Massive Sums to Settle Lawsuits
If you’ve ever been wronged by a major company, you might be interested to know how many have settled after being sued.
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Most Unbelievable Lawsuits Filed Against Big Companies
In the lawsuit-happy U.S., multimillion-dollar corporations are tempting targets for some interesting claims. In one case to raise eyebrows, a consumer in Illinois says a TGI Fridays grocery product doesn’t contain what’s implied on the label, which could lead to…
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This Fan-Favorite Ride at Disney World is Closing for an Extreme Makeover
One of Disney Parks’ most beloved rides is closing — it also happens to be based on one of Walt Disney Co.’s most controversial films: “Song of the South.” The 1946 movie…
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Is Selling on Etsy Worth It? Here Are the Pros and Cons of Starting an Etsy Shop
If you have a knack for arts and crafts, you’ve likely already heard of Etsy. Founded in 2005, the ecommerce platform has become vital to artists, collectors, and designers from around…
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The Craziest Customer Requests on Uber Eats in 2022
Ordering restaurant and retail delivery through third-party apps exploded during the pandemic as consumers hunkered down, and the convenient service remains popular. Uber Eats, one of the most popular apps,…
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These Are Stores’ Most-Stolen Items
If the word “shoplifting” brings to mind an image of teens slipping packs of gum into their pockets, it’s time for a reality check. Increasingly organized crime rings are helping…
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1,800 Workers Abruptly Laid Off as Company Behind Costco Cellphone Kiosks Shuts Down
The company responsible for mobile sales at Costco warehouses across the country, Wireless Advocates, abruptly shut down on Monday, according to multiple employees on social media. “As of this morning wireless advocates…
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How to Start a Profitable Airbnb Business
Airbnb is the leader in home rental marketplaces that make it possible to turn a guest room, investment property, or even a yurt into a cash cow, with the average…
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How to Start a Lucrative Vrbo Business
The prospect of raking in hundreds — or even thousands — of dollars in extra cash every month renting out a home through Vrbo or Airbnb is an enticing one. But the…
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30 Things to Know Before Shopping at Aldi
Aldi, a budget grocery store with European roots, is a famous disruptor of the industry, mainly because its streamlined shopping experience and cost-saving measures translate into big price reductions on…
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What Is DuckDuckGo and Is It Really As Good As Google?
Are you tired of Googling something and having ads pop up for that exact item for months afterward? It’s caused by most search engines keeping track of your online activity…
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Costco Agrees to Cut Supply-Chain Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Costco has taken a step toward curbing its greenhouse gas emissions, with the retailer committing to new emission reduction targets in 2023. The wholesaler’s decision comes after 70% of Costco…
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20 Famous Brands That Made Remarkable Comebacks
The pandemic meant bankruptcies and going-out-of-business bonanzas for plenty of companies. But even the worst doom-and-gloom scenarios haven’t always spelled the end for some of the nation’s best-known companies. Here are…
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Is Costco Ditching a Popular Credit Card Benefit?
It looks like Costco and Citi may be ending the extended warranty benefit of the Citi Costco Visa credit card, according to some savvy card holders on Reddit’s r/Costco and…
