7-Eleven testing cashier-less stores
Using a mix of algorithms and “predictive technology,” 7-Eleven is planning to introduce cashier-less stores.
Using a mix of algorithms and “predictive technology,” 7-Eleven is planning to introduce cashier-less stores.
Madoff seeks prison release, citing terminal kidney failure
Epic Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff asked a federal judge Wednesday to grant him a “compassionate release” from his 150-year prison sentence, saying he has terminal kidney failure and less than 18 months to live.
Epic Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff asked a federal judge Wednesday to grant him a “compassionate release” from his 150-year prison sentence, saying he has terminal kidney failure and less than 18 months to live.
Flywheel admits to copying Peloton tech; companies settle lawsuit
Flywheel Sports and Peloton Interactive have settled a lawsuit.
Flywheel Sports and Peloton Interactive have settled a lawsuit.
Ford profit plunges on slower sales, pension costs
Ford Motor Co.'s profit last year plunged by more than $3.6 billion, weighed down by slowing U.S. sales, the cost of a botched SUV launch and some big pension expenses.
Ford Motor Co.'s profit last year plunged by more than $3.6 billion, weighed down by slowing U.S. sales, the cost of a botched SUV launch and some big pension expenses.
Macy's closing more than 100 stores
The retailer announced Tuesday plans to close 125 department stores over the next three years.
The retailer announced Tuesday plans to close 125 department stores over the next three years.
Disney bills Berkeley school $250 for showing Lion King without proper permit
Such a single-use permit costs $250, or schools can pay $536 for an annual license.
Such a single-use permit costs $250, or schools can pay $536 for an annual license.
FTC sues to block merger of Schick and Harry's
The Federal Trade Commission says the merger between global brand Schick and upstart rival Harry's would eliminate a key competitor from the market that had driven down razor prices and encouraged innovation.
The Federal Trade Commission says the merger between global brand Schick and upstart rival Harry's would eliminate a key competitor from the market that had driven down razor prices and encouraged innovation.
Coronavirus fear affecting Chinatown businesses
The fear of the novel coronavirus appears to have affected business in Chinatown.
The fear of the novel coronavirus appears to have affected business in Chinatown.
Bar faces backlash for Corona beer specials amid coronavirus outbreak
A New Zealand bar is facing backlash online over its controversial Corona beer ads amid the deadly coronavirus outbreak.
A New Zealand bar is facing backlash online over its controversial Corona beer ads amid the deadly coronavirus outbreak.
Agreement reached to keep FOX apps on Roku, in time for Super Bowl LIV
FOX has reached an agreement with Roku to keep FOX's apps on the streaming platform, just days before Super Bowl LIV.
FOX has reached an agreement with Roku to keep FOX's apps on the streaming platform, just days before Super Bowl LIV.
Year after catastrophic fire, Marcal paper plant reopens
A northern New Jersey paper plant is operating again, a year after a massive fire destroyed most of it.
A northern New Jersey paper plant is operating again, a year after a massive fire destroyed most of it.
Sky-high rents mean storefronts remain empty on Madison Avenue
Once upon a time, Madison Avenue was a global center of high-end shopping. But today, empty store fronts litter the famous roadway on the Upper East Side. Realtors blame rising rents and big box department stores for their failing fortunes.
Once upon a time, Madison Avenue was a global center of high-end shopping. But today, empty store fronts litter the famous roadway on the Upper East Side. Realtors blame rising rents and big box department stores for their failing fortunes.
Stocks plunge over virus fears
The Dow Jones Industrial Average slumped more than 600 points Friday as a virus outbreak that originated in China continued to widen, stoking stock investors' worries about the potential global economic fallout.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average slumped more than 600 points Friday as a virus outbreak that originated in China continued to widen, stoking stock investors' worries about the potential global economic fallout.
Casino execs: Atlantic City needs to be cleaner, safer
Top executives of most of Atlantic City's casinos say the city needs to become cleaner and safer, with a better public perception in order for business conditions to truly improve.
Top executives of most of Atlantic City's casinos say the city needs to become cleaner and safer, with a better public perception in order for business conditions to truly improve.
GM to build electric, zero emissions Hummer in Michigan
General Motors announced plans for a Hummer EV to be built in Michigan at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant, with a sneak peek of the vehicle air in a Super Bowl commercial.
General Motors announced plans for a Hummer EV to be built in Michigan at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant, with a sneak peek of the vehicle air in a Super Bowl commercial.
Krispy Kreme announces NYC expansion
Popular doughnut brand Krispy Kreme plans to open six shops in New York City in 2020.
Popular doughnut brand Krispy Kreme plans to open six shops in New York City in 2020.
Restaurants reduce waste by delivering food in reusable containers
DeliverZero promises food delivery with zero-waste by providing restaurants with durable and reusable BPA-free plastic packaging.
DeliverZero promises food delivery with zero-waste by providing restaurants with durable and reusable BPA-free plastic packaging.
Planters’ Mr. Peanut ad campaign depicting mascot dying in car crash put on hold in wake of Kobe Bryant tragedy
Planters has put a hold on its ad campaign featuring the death of its mascot, Mr. Peanut, following the death of NBA star Kobe Bryant.
Planters has put a hold on its ad campaign featuring the death of its mascot, Mr. Peanut, following the death of NBA star Kobe Bryant.
German privacy watchdog opens investigation into clothing retailer H&M
H&M allegedly kept “detailed and systematic” records about employees' health, from bladder weakness to cancer, and about their private lives, such as family disputes or holiday experiences.
H&M allegedly kept “detailed and systematic” records about employees' health, from bladder weakness to cancer, and about their private lives, such as family disputes or holiday experiences.
Papyrus greeting card stores closing amid retail struggles
Papyrus, the popular and pricey greeting card store seen at malls all over the country, will be closing stores amid retail struggles.
Papyrus, the popular and pricey greeting card store seen at malls all over the country, will be closing stores amid retail struggles.