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Same store, same product but different price. Just because of your data. That’s the idea behind something called “surveillance pricing.” If you didn’t know, that is a thing, and one U.S. state is trying to shut it down. Surveillance pricing means retail companies use your personal data
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Those who love shopping at H&M won't be happy to hear this news. The retailer has confirmed it will be closing another 160 stores this year, leaving loyal customers with even fewer options for in-store shopping. The retailer closed stores in 2025 What makes the
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After nearly three decades of shaping how the world watches TV, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings is officially stepping away from the platform as executive chairman. Hastings co-founded Netflix in 1997 with Marc Randolph, back when “streaming” wasn’t even a concept. It was DVDs, in the mail, in
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That unknown number calling at the worst possible time? The one with the robotic voice asking for someone who clearly isn’t you? It turns out that call goes beyond being annoying. It could actually be illegal and worth between $500 and $1,500. How does a spam call turn
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CVS just posted strong numbers, talked up billions in revenue, and sounded pretty confident about the future. But tucked behind all that good news, one of its divisions is heading into a liquidation sale after getting hit with nearly a $1 billion judgment. Let’s look into what is actually
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If you place frequent orders on Amazon and live in NYC, prices could be going up. NYC legislators are considering a bill that would require Amazon to hire thousands of employees from the five boroughs, which could increase costs for customers. Your bill could go up by hundreds of dollars
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As if traveling wasn't expensive enough, it looks like you're going to have to pay even more now. Delta has announced its bag-check fee is going up, effective immediately. Blame the cost of jet fuel Delta is placing the blame on the rise in jet
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If you're a fan of the Bed Bath & Beyond items and experience, you're going to be jumping for joy. The company has announced it is purchasing The Container Store and will rebrand locations as The Container Store / Bed Bath & Beyond. A massive $150 million
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You might want to check that power strip under your desk, doing the heavy lifting for your laptop, charger, lamp, and maybe one questionable extra plug. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, thousands of power strips sold on Amazon are being recalled after reports that they can
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If you've shopped at Dollar General recently, you may be eligible for part of a large settlement with the retailer. The chain is facing a payout worth $8.5 million for charging customers a higher price than what was advertised on the shelf. Inflated prices at the cash
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The CEO of Five Guys is taking a very different approach to bonuses. Rather than just awarding executives, the CEO is giving $1.5 million worth of bonus checks to employees, stating, "I didn't want anybody shooting me." The kind of boss employees can rally behind
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If you're craving a classic steak dinner at an Outback Steakhouse restaurant, run don't walk. The restaurant's parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, has announced a "strategic turnaround plan" that will include closing a bunch of locations. Full details are yet to be released