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Shops and firms will not be forced to accept cash

Coffee shops, trains and leisure centres have been accused of excluding people by no longer accepting cash.

BBC News - 16h

Merchants of Venice: 10 of the city’s most beautiful historic shops

From an elegant apothercary to a jewellers in a baroque salon, these stores all have atmospheric interiors and a history of exquisite craftsmanship. Cantina del Vino gia Schiavi is a ...

The Guardian - 21h

Sources: Fenway group to shop stake of Penguins

Fenway Sports Group, which bought controlling interest of the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2021 for $900 million, is taking the NHL franchise to market to explore selling a minority stake, multiple ...

ESPN - 1d

Credit card bills are coming due after a record holiday shopping season

There are a few methods experts say can help borrowers tackle their debt at a time of steep interest rates.

NBC News - 1d

Where to Eat, Shop and Stay in the Austrian Alps

Insiders share their favorite après-ski spots, springtime hikes and typically Tyrolean souvenirs.

The New York Times - 4d

Bacteria and pesticides found in cannabis sold in Dutch coffee shops

‘Baseline’ contamination study to inform Netherlands trial in which shops will sell drug produced by licensed growers. Lead, pesticides and potentially harmful bacteria were among the contaminants ...

The Guardian - 4d

Luxury brands urge return of UK tax-free tourist shopping

Watch and jewellery companies report double-digit falls in sales to foreign visitors since measure was abolished post-Brexit

Financial Times - 5d

Champions League review: chaos in Lisbon and players in shop window

Barcelona and Benfica produced a classic that swung from the sublime to the ridiculous. We hand out honours and dishonours from the latest round of action. Barcelona Continue reading...

The Guardian - 5d

Infinite Reality will acquire virtual shopping platform Obsess

Infinite Reality, an "immersive technology" company (previously known as the metaverse) has acquired virtual shopping firm Obsess.

VentureBeat - 5d

Treat eating disorders as an emergency, MPs urge

The alarming rise in disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is now an emergency, a cross-party group says.

BBC News - Jan. 22

Here are the food additives and dyes you eat that could be banned next

Experts say consumers may end up paying more if food and drink products are reformulated.

MarketWatch - Jan. 21

Specialty Coffee Shops and Parisian Cafes

The city’s traditional cafes and bistros are staking out their cultural territory in an emerging duel against highly caffeinated upstarts serving up latte art.

The New York Times - Jan. 21

Does a Strong Holiday Shopping Season Mean a Better Year Ahead?

Consumers spent more than expected over the holidays on clothes and electronics. But the retail economy is still a mixed bag.

The New York Times - Jan. 20

Shop shuts as Dragons' Den star takes over company

Sara Davies founded the company in 2005 and has taken over again after it entered administration.

BBC News - Jan. 18

US woman in court accused of plotting to murder Birmingham shop owner

Aimee Betro, who was extradited to UK, also charged with firearm possession and illegally importing ammunition. A US citizen accused of plotting to murder a Birmingham shop owner has appeared in ...

The Guardian - Jan. 17

The 'Trump Home Shopping Network' is on the air — buyer beware

Days from taking office, President-elect Trump is hawking a "God Bless the USA Inauguration Day Bible" and other products.

The Hill - Jan. 17

Don’t Eat the Burger. It’s a Stool.

Furniture resembling food — fruit, sandwiches and more — has gone viral on social media and led to a shopping frenzy.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

US woman to face shop owner murder plot charge

Aimee Betro, from Wisconsin, is due in court over matters dating back to 2019, prosecutors say.

BBC News - Jan. 16

Drug-eating rats invade Houston police evidence room

The rodents are enjoying marijuana at the Houston Police Department that has been sitting in evidence for years.

CBS News - Jan. 16

How Do You Convince Consumers to Eat Plant-Based Meat?

The imitation meat industry is facing an identity crisis, and the challenge of convincing American consumers to make more planet-friendly choices.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Teenager guilty of murdering schoolgirl outside shopping centre

A jury rejects Hassan Sentamu's defence of diminished responsibility over Elianne Andam's stabbing.

BBC News - Jan. 16

Hindenburg Research founder says he's closing short-seller research shop

Hindenburg took on companies including Nikola and Carvana and financial titan Carl Icahn as a short seller.

CNBC - Jan. 15

Malaysia Retailer Eco-Shop to Tap Investors Ahead of IPO

The Malaysian discount-store retailer aims to start tapping investors early next week ahead of a planned initial public offering valuing the company at over $1 billion, people familiar with the ...

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 15

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. - Jan. 13

Which other countries should be on Trump’s shopping list?

Trump and his eye for successful business deals are now trained on countries instead of buildings and hotels. When he looks at certain troubled countries, he seemingly asks himself, “Well, what if ...

The Hill - Jan. 11

Lands’ End winter sale: 13 best products to shop

Lands’ End is currently discounting apparel for men, women and children, including winter essentials like coats, pants, gloves and more.

NBC News - Jan. 9

With TikTok’s Future Uncertain, Livestream Shopping Startups Are Making Moves

How TikTok Shop’s rivals are preparing to swoop up the e-commerce giant’s market share.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Greenlanders are worried to find themselves on Trump’s shopping list

Donald Trump has doubled down on his ambition to buy Greenland using economic or military pressure. Residents of its capital of Nuuk are unhappy about it.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Belgium’s Food Agency Advises Against Eating Your Christmas Tree

The country’s food agency warned against using evergreens in food after the city of Ghent suggested an unusual form of recycling: spruce needle butter.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Online Holiday Shopping Got an AI Boost, Says Salesforce

Online sales climbed 4 percent in the year-end buying period, as AI-powered chatbots facilitated sales and returns.

Inc. - Jan. 6

The big idea: can what you eat change your mind?

From designer drinks to dodgy leftovers, our brain responds to food in surprising ways. Probiotic drinks, brain-boosting superfoods, gut-healthy snack bars: every day we’re bombarded with ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Eating Healthy

The science behind Well’s ultraprocessed foods challenge.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Gardencup Review: Making Eating as Convenient as It Gets

Eating well doesn’t have to be difficult. Just reach into your fridge and grab a cup.

Wired - Jan. 4

Fire at Dallas pet shop kills more than 500 animals

Animals, mostly birds, die of smoke inhalation in incident at shopping centre in Texas. More than 500 animals have died after a fire broke out in a shopping centre in Dallas.. The 579 animals, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Hundreds of animals killed in Dallas shopping center fire

Authorities in Dallas say a fire that broke out at a shopping center in Dallas has killed more than 500 animals, most of which were small birds

ABC News - Jan. 4

Shops offered grottos and wine to combat 'drab' December

Small businesses are offering incentives to entice customers as consumer confidence remains low.

BBC News - Jan. 3

How Three Small Independent Coffee Shops Started Their Businesses

The owners began their businesses with no college degrees and 100 percent grit. A visit from the TikTok food critic Keith Lee also helped.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

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