Spirit Halloween Celebrates Growth with Christmas Store Expansion

Party City Stores to Close by February, Company Says

In an internal letter, the company said inflation and changes in consumer spending had forced it to shut its more than 700 stores.

The New York Times - 8h

Starbucks Strikes Could Spread to Hundreds of Stores by Christmas Eve

Starbucks baristas are strikings across cities ahead of the holidays.

Inc. - 19h

Will it be a White Christmas?

Join BBC Weather presenters, along with famous faces, to explore our obsession with snow.

BBC News - 3d

The Long Wave: Christmas celebrations across the diaspora

From Nigeria to Trinidad, ’tis the season when our writers share stories of their favourite festive traditions. Plus, how a diaspora influx has led to soaring prices in Ghana. Hello and welcome to ...

The Guardian - 3d

UK wage growth accelerates to 5.2%

Increase in pay for three months to October driven by private sector

Financial Times - 4d

RetroRealms Halloween & Evil Dead 16-Bit Side-Scroller Bundle Gets Steep Discount At Amazon

RetroRealms Double Feature Special Edition: Halloween & Ash vs Evil Dead $70 (was ...

GameSpot - 5d

Investors are banking on ‘animal spirits’ to drive markets. Here’s what could go wrong.

Goldman Sachs says investors hope for double animal spirits going forward — surging business activity that will drive stocks higher.

MarketWatch - 5d

Syrians Celebrated a New Chapter

Also, McKinsey will pay $650 million in an opioid settlement. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

The New York Times - Dec. 13

Macy's says it will close 65 stores this year

Macy's is accelerating store closures, with plans to shutter more than 50 locations.

CBS News - Dec. 13

Team spirit is essential to the corporate turnaround

If Manchester United is to see greener pastures, Jim Ratcliffe should remember that no single person succeeds alone

Financial Times - Dec. 13

Songs and celebrations at Damascus rally

The BBC's Lina Sinjab says there is a joyous mood in the Syrian capital, as people mark the end of the Assad regime.

BBC News - Dec. 13

These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs get you in the giving spirit

Look at where Buffett and other billionaires are putting their money.

MarketWatch - Dec. 13

Palworld gets 1st expansion with Feybreak on December 23

Pocket Pair unveiled its first expansion, Feybreak, for Palworld, the survival action-adventure game, coming on December 23.

VentureBeat - Dec. 13

Here are the retailers shuttering thousands of stores in 2024

Some major retailers are struggling to attract customers, leading to more than 7,100 store closures in 2024 — a 69% jump from a year ago.

CBS News - Dec. 12

Apeiron launches as Web3 god game on app stores

Foonie Magus has launched its Web3 god game Apeiron: Godling Genesis on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

VentureBeat - Dec. 12

Exploring High Growth Tech Stocks with Potential for Expansion

In recent weeks, global markets have shown a mixed performance, with major U.S. indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reaching record highs while the Russell 2000 Index experienced a ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 12

Why are Trader Joe's stores short on eggs?

"Chickens on strike!" reads a sign posted to an empty refrigerator case where you'd normally find cartons of eggs.

The Hill - Dec. 11

Qantas is celebrating Christmas with these special touches

Yahoo News - Dec. 11

As Syrians celebrate, IS watches closely

The last time Assad’s power was challenged, the Islamic State group filled the vacuum

BBC News - Dec. 11

Path Of Exile 2: How To Get Uncut Spirit Gems

There are several ways for your characters to receive new abilities and buffs in Path of Exile 2 . The most common and straightforward way of doing so is to use Uncut Skill Gems , which give your ...

GameSpot - Dec. 10

Reckoning with an era of slow growth

Opportunities exist for the UK and its European neighbours, but they must grasp the nettle of economic reform

Financial Times - Dec. 10

Nurseries warn of rising fees ahead of childcare expansion

Bosses in the early years sector say the government's uplift in funding will not cover rising costs.

BBC News - Dec. 10

The magic of winter in West Cork, where music, food and drink lift the spirits

Ireland’s southernmost tip has been reinvigorated by new vibrant venues, markets and restaurants, which has brought an energy that brightens even the darker months. When our son was very young, we ...

The Guardian - Dec. 10

The Power of Experience for Business Growth

Bring together customer, employee and user experience for long-term business growth.

Inc. - Dec. 9

Why Disney Is Plowing Cash Into a Cruise Line Expansion

The entertainment titan plans to launch seven new cruise ships by 2031, looking to overseas markets far from theme parks.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8

Celebrating the Christmas season on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx: ‘It’s amazing!’

Yahoo News - Dec. 8

Expansion Valkyries draft 7 international players

The Valkyries selected 11 players, including seven international players, at the WNBA expansion draft.

ESPN - Dec. 7

What’s in store for the U.S. housing market in 2025?

Also: The aging bull market for stocks, the UnitedHealth aftermath and advice from the Moneyist.

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Job Growth Bounced Back in November

After October’s noisy jobs report, November’s reading got a boost from strike resolutions and hurricane recoveries.

Inc. - Dec. 6

U.S. drug store closures create pharmacy deserts

The closures of both independent and big chain drug stores across the U.S. has become a trend that is having a serious impact on health care. Mark Strassmann examines what is behind the change and ...

CBS News - Dec. 5

Moment earthquake hits California and damages store

A tsunami warning was cancelled after the 7.0 magnitude quake shook parts of the West coast.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Rockefeller Center Christmas tree celebrates its 92nd lighting ceremony

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit for the 2024 holiday season with a star-studded celebration. For the second year in a row, Kelly Clarkson hosted the special event.

NBC News - Dec. 5

Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting: Photos, performances and celebrity appearances

NBC News - Dec. 4

'Anora,' 'I Saw the TV Glow' and 'Shōgun' lead Spirit Awards nominations

With six nominations each, "Anora" and "I Saw the TV Glow" lead on the film side, while "Shōgun" collected five nominations in the TV section.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

'Anora,' 'I Saw the TV Glow' lead Spirit Award nominations

“Anora,” Sean Baker’s odyssey of a New York stripper, and Jane Schoenbrun’s psychological horror “I Saw the TV Glow” dominated nominations for the Film Independent Spirit Awards with six nods each, ...

ABC News - Dec. 4

Weak Australian economic growth hits dollar

Public spending offsets subdued consumer demand in ‘two-speed’ economy

Financial Times - Dec. 4

How Amazon Aims to Feed Whole Foods’ Growth With Mini City Stores

Whole Foods is expanding its small format Daily Shop locations to offer fresh produce, groceries, and prepared meals for residents in metropolitan neighborhoods.

Inc. - Dec. 3

Constellation Brands to sell Svedka vodka to Sazerac as wine and spirits segment struggles

Constellation Brands will sell its Svedka vodka brand to alcoholic beverage company Sazerac in the coming months.

CNBC - Dec. 3

Expansion Valkyries tip off 2025 WNBA schedule

The expansion Valkyries tip off the 2025 WNBA season May 16.

ESPN - Dec. 2

Irreplaceable Virgil van Dijk remains Liverpool’s keystone and spirit animal | Barney Ronay

Defender’s domination of Manchester City striker Erling Haaland represents the contrasting paths of both clubs. Like crocuses pushing up through the soil, like a first glimpse of daffodil in ...

The Guardian - Dec. 2

Spirit Halloween Celebrates Growth with Christmas Store Expansion

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