Retailers May Be Taking A More Staggered Approach to Holiday Hiring

Retailers post early holiday results — and Wall Street isn’t impressed

Lululemon, Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle all hiked their holiday guidance, but Abercrombie's growth is slowing.

CNBC - 4h

Google Joins the AI Shopping Revolution With Agent Tools for Retailers

The next stage of AI development, which lets the technology act with more autonomy and performs some customer service actions, is being applied to an industry that must constantly embrace change.

Inc. - 4h

Scam artists may take advantage of the Los Angeles wildfires, officials warn

As wildfires continue to blaze across Los Angeles County, authorities are sounding the alarm on another potential threat to the public: scams relating to the disaster.

ABC News - 4h

One of the world’s greatest religious spectacles is underway and the numbers are staggering

Yahoo News - 5h

Why you may be paying to help make the mattress industry more eco-friendly

Oregon began levying a $22.50 fee in 2025 on consumers who buy a mattress. It's the fourth state to adopt such a policy, to help fund recycling efforts.

CNBC - 6h

‘Approaching the Light’: Peter Fenwick and Stories of Near-Death Experiences

Dr. Fenwick, a neuropsychiatrist, assembled anecdotes from more than 300 people in his book “The Truth in the Light.” Here are some of them.

The New York Times - 3d

Memories of rosy Christmas fade as UK retailers brace for tough 2025

Groups including Sainsbury’s, Next and M&S warn of higher prices and weaker demand as costs and inflation rise

Financial Times - 3d

Wayfair to exit Germany, cut 730 jobs as it looks to focus on physical retail

Wayfair, an early e-commerce disruptor, wants to focus more on physical retail and has decided to exit the German market and cut 730 jobs as a result.

CNBC - 3d

We're buying more of this retail stock that's showing positive sales momentum

The company is having a nice fourth quarter, according to a note published by Truist on Friday.

CNBC - 3d

Sainsbury's raises pay but is cautious on hiring

The supermarket chain will lift wages to £12.60 but expects costs to increase after Budget measures.

BBC News - 3d

Labour’s economic reality check approaches

Rising cost of borrowing piles pressure on UK fiscal rules and government’s promises, but politics make cuts complicated

Financial Times - 3d

Vance resigns his Senate seat as inauguration with Trump approaches

Vice President-elect JD Vance will resign his Senate seat at midnight Thursday, clearing the way for his Jan. 20 swearing-in alongside Donald Trump.

NBC News - 3d

Private-sector hiring slows: ADP

Hiring in the U.S. private sector and pay growth slowed down in December last year across several industries, according to a report released on Wednesday. The Always Designing for People (ADP) ...

The Hill - 4d

Fed officials saw need for ‘careful approach’ to future rate cuts

Minutes from December meeting show policymakers are concerned about US inflation risks

Financial Times - 4d

As Bitcoin Booms, More and More Companies Are Taking a Stake

Businesses that have nothing to do with crypto still see BTC as a hedge against inflation or a way to entice investors.

Inc. - 5d

Fed Minutes May Show Why More Rate Cuts Will Face Hurdles

After a quarter-point cut in December, Chairman Jerome Powell said policymakers may be more cautious, since the incoming administration will create more uncertainty.

Inc. - 5d

DeSantis will take more time to pick Rubio's replacement

DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.

CBS News - 5d

Nearly half of credit card users are carrying debt — it may take months, or years, to pay off

Nearly half of Americans are starting off the new year in the red. And of those carrying credit card balances, many say it could take years to pay off.

CNBC - 5d

Nursing home in Pasadena evacuated as thick smoke from wildfire approaches

Residents at the Pasadena Park Healthcare & Wellness Center in Pasadena, California, are being evacuated as the Eaton Fire grows nearby. KNBC's Macy Jenkins reports.

NBC News - 5d

Britain’s retail ‘boomer’ chains are making a comeback

Youth is wasted on the young with 160-year-old Next showing a steady cash flow despite rising costs

Financial Times - 5d

Ranking Every N.F.L. Team from First to Worst as the Playoffs Approach

There’s a new No. 1 team at the end of the regular season.

The New York Times - 6d

December sales provide little cheer for retailers

Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.

BBC News - 6d

UK retail sales growth ‘minimal’ in final quarter of 2024, data shows

BRC survey suggests consumers stayed cautious during what is usually busiest time of year

Financial Times - 6d

Five things you may have missed from Week 18: Bryce Young has career day, backup QBs shine and more

Some things you may have missed from the weekend finale

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Inside the 2025 NFL hiring cycle: Top candidates, interview timeline, rule changes and more as teams hit reset

Everything to know as the hiring cycle kicks into high gear

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Fortnite Lego Sets Launch At Major Retailers, Including Amazon And Walmart

Lego Fortnite Battle Bus (954 Pieces) ...

GameSpot - Jan. 5

‘The more relaxed you are, the better you are as a human’: Nicole Kidman on Kubrick, sharks and risk-taking

The Oscar-winning American-Australian actor answers questions from Observer readers and famous fans including Reese Witherspoon, Hugh Jackman and Naomi Watts. Nicole Kidman has finally found a way ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Lionesses approach Euro 2025 defence with more questions than answers

Wiegman’s England tread a very different road this year, with squad berths and even the side’s system up for debate. How do you prepare to scale Everest three years after reaching the summit? You ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Victor Wembanyama after 100 games: Set to turn 21, his numbers are staggering

Victor Wembanyama’s days as a 20-year-old in the NBA are over

ABC News - Jan. 4

The Biggest U.S. Retailers Increased Their Dominance in 2024

Using distinct but overlapping business models, Amazon, Costco, and Walmart captured over half of recent growth in retailing, and are squeezing smaller rivals hard.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Union hires Carnell seeking MLS playoffs return

The Philadelphia Union named Bradley Carnell as the fourth head coach in the Major League Soccer team's history on Thursday.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Hiring Is Broken. And Not in the Way You Think

As hiring ramps up in 2025, managers and job seekers alike face a hopeless clusterf***k.

Inc. - Jan. 3

‘A lesson like no other’: readers’ favourite learning holidays

From surfing to singing, mastering a new skill can add an inspiring new dimension to a holiday. Our tipsters share their most rewarding experiences. We took the train to Birkenhead then overnight ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Sources: San Diego Wave set to hire Eidevall

Jonas Eidevall is set to be unveiled as San Diego Wave's new head coach in the coming days, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Russian forces suffered more than 420,000 casualties taking 1,600 square miles of territory in 2024: ISW

Yahoo News - Jan. 2

How Inc. 5000 Founders Find Great Hires

It’s harder than ever to find the skills and culture fit your company needs. Inc. 5000 hiring experts offer non-obvious secrets to give you a leg up.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Sources: TCU to hire Army's Buddie as new AD

TCU is expected to hire Army AD Mike Buddie as its new athletic director, sources told ESPN. Buddie has been at Army since 2019.

ESPN - Jan. 1

How 'Saturday Night' editors dialed up the anxiety as their own deadline approached

'Saturday Night' editors Nathan Orloff and Shane Reid worked in tandem to find the manic energy of the fledgling show as deadline drew closer.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1

Retailers May Be Taking A More Staggered Approach to Holiday Hiring

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