GNC's AI-powered drones help reduce backorders while boosting warehouse worker satisfaction
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The $8 maternity dress the internet can't stop talking about
The bump-hugging coral dress, worn by pregnant Second Lady Usha Vance, was cited in a NYT story, sparking online discourse.
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I tried and ranked every shake at Shake Shack, including the Dubai Chocolate. A classic earned the No. 1 spot.
Shake Shack introduced three limited-edition flavors for the summer. Here's how they compare to the chain's other shakes.
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More than 1,000 stores are set to open across the US in 2026. See our list.
US retailers like Costco and Walmart are expanding in 2026. However, store closures outpace openings so far.
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All hail Wendy's, the internet's newest meme stock
Conditions were ripe for a stock market short squeeze reminiscent of the great GameStop saga of 2021.
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The quality PepsiCo's APAC CEO looks for in entry-level hires
CEO Anne Tse said that coming in with a specific work experience isn't as important, given how much AI is changing roles.
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Brooklyn café becomes protest site after coffee chain bans Rep. Dan Goldman over Israel stance
Protesters gathered outside a Poetica Coffee location in Williamsburg, following the small chain's controversial Instagram post.
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Walmart truckers are getting a shorter drive home thanks to one manager's AI project
Walmart load manager Leo Garcia took what he learned from a Google AI certification course to vibe code an app that gets truck drivers home faster.
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I'm a professional meal planner. Here are 10 of my go-to Trader Joe's products for easy, healthy dinners.
As a recipe developer and mom, I have a list of great Trader Joe's products that help me meal prep for my family and serve healthy dinners quickly.
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Aldi's 'blind box' giveaway for free groceries sold out in minutes
Aldi's free "Blind Boxes" with mystery grocery themes quickly sold out on their first day available.
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I started as a Target cart attendant and now run 450 stores. This simple strategy helped me grow my career.
Samir Shah started working at Target as a way to pay for ESL classes. He now runs a quarter of the brand's stores.
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The founder of China's Amazon wants his 700,000 blue-collar workers to be 'white-collarized' in time for AI
JD.com founder Richard Liu said robots will take over manual delivery work, but humans will be needed to maintain and troubleshoot them.
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Companies laying off staff this year include Meta, Amazon, and Groupon — see the list
Layoffs have hit over 30 companies in 2026, including Meta, Walmart, and Groupon, as AI and economic conditions reshape the business landscape.
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Why venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya is getting roasted for saying possessions are 'worthless'
Possessions are "a sign of insecurity, and they're a sign of a rampant ego, and they're a sign of an unsettled mind," Chamath Palihapitiya said.
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The buzziest new restaurant is the grocery store
Grocery chains are leaning into ready-to-eat foods to meet the demand of time-stretched shoppers who don't want to pay restaurant prices.
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Slop bowls are getting their groove back
Chipotle and Cava are thriving as consumers shift spending to perceived restaurant winners, focusing on quality over cost amid a "K-shaped" economy.
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In my latest attempt to save money, I got an entire season's worth of clothes for free using 'Buy Nothing' groups
To save money, I got free clothes online from a local "Buy Nothing" gifting group I found on Facebook. It helped me build my summer wardrobe.
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Amazon's Prime Day has a problem: Almost everyone has Prime already
Amazon Prime Day has maxed out the addressable market for its membership, so it's changing its Prime Day strategy.
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Can the US compete with Asian megafactories making American jeans?
Foreign competition has shuttered nearly every US denim mill. We went inside one of the oldest ones left and checked out the high-tech competition.
KFC's design chief says brands are too obsessed with Gen Z
KFC's strategy focuses on staying relevant across generations with new menu items, drinks, and designs, not just targeting Gen Z.
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Forget Birkenstocks. Every man is wearing suede sneakers this summer.
Sandals and slides are out this summer, and suede sneakers are in. Men are wearing the trendy shoes for casual occasions, formal nights out, and more.
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I tried BLT sandwiches from Jimmy John's, Jersey Mike's, and Subway. One stood out from the rest.
I ordered a BLT from Subway, Jimmy John's, and Jersey Mike's to see which popular chain offered the best value and version of the classic sandwich.
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I tried on T-shirts at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. My favorite option was flattering and affordable.
I tried on similar black T-shirts at Old Navy, Gap, and Banana Republic. I compared them based on the fit, material, style, price, and overall value.
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Mark Zuckerberg is a certified watch guy. His collection ranges from a $120 Casio to multimillion-dollar timepieces.
Mark Zuckerberg once had an understated style. Now, the Meta CEO wears a luxury watch from his pricey collection with almost every outfit.
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Allbirds is now Smartbird, and its new AI-focused CEO says 'people won't even remember the shoes'
Allbirds said It would no longer sell shoes and instead become an AI infrastructure provider. Business Insider talked to the new CEO.
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People don't trust AI. They do yearn for Lunchables: survey.
As Americans use AI more they're trusting it less. Meanwhile they're gravitating toward the comfort of familiar brands.
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Rainbow warned its models that AI meant fewer jobs. Then their doppelgängers appeared.
The 90-year-old retailer Rainbow told its fashion models "fewer people will be needed" due to AI. The models say their likeness fueled AI lookalikes.
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Pizza Hut is getting a new owner: Private equity firm LongRange buys chain in $1.5 billion deal
Yum! Brands is selling Pizza Hut for $2.7B, with LongRange Capital and Yum China taking over. Yum! will refocus on KFC, Taco Bell, and Habit Burger.
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KFC's Colonel is getting a glow-up
KFC is revamping its brand with new sauces, beverages, and a modern restaurant design to compete in the fast-growing chicken sector.
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Can this $125K robot be my friend?
Companies like 1X and Unitree are spending millions trying to build robot companions. But why aren't they in our homes yet?
Prices are rising. We want to hear how it's hitting your food bills.
Inflation is picking up, pushing households to get creative with how they manage their grocery and restaurant spending. We want to see your receipts.
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Resellers are trying to flip Mamdani's affordable New York-themed World Cup jerseys for as much as $1,000
The NYC-themed jerseys have popped up on sites like Facebook Marketplace and eBay, where sellers are looking for as much as $999.
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Everyone wants to carry these 'it' briefcases from Coach — even if they're 40 years old
People are paying hundreds of dollars for vintage Coach briefcases they can carry to work. A modern version of the Metropolitan bag is also sold out.
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I went to Dollar General to find $1 groceries. Here's what I'd buy and what I'd skip.
Dollar General is adding more $1 items to its shelves, including food. I went to see what the selection looks like and saw its loss-leader strategy.
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For Gen Z entrepreneurs, franchising is becoming the new entry-level job
Gen Z and Millennial entrepreneurs are choosing restaurant franchising over corporate careers, seeking stability and flexibility.
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Portland Leather Goods was buried in social media messages. An AI startup helped them automate the process.
Portland Leather Goods partnered with AI startup Nectar Social to speed up social media response times with its five-person team.
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Jordyn Woods' Knicks bag isn't just lucky. It's smart business.
Jordyn Woods' orange bag has become a source of superstition for Knicks fans, but its role in her game-day attire is also a savvy business move.
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Walmart's head of growth says AI is rewriting the rules for its fast-growing ads business
Ads have already overrun conventional search results, but Walmart's head of growth is taking a slower, more strategic approach to ads in AI commerce.
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Our family of 4 tried Outback Steakhouse's $55 family-style meal deal. It felt like a steal for a steak dinner at home.
The Outback Steakhouse family-style Bloomin' Bundle takeout meal deal with steak, bread, and sides fed four of us and was a great value for dinner.
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Walmart's AI-powered warehouses are slashing the time it takes store employees to unload trucks
Walmart's US division CEO said new AI and robots are speeding up truck unloading times from hours to minutes.
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A woman tracked down her husband's dream Rolex to surprise him with it on their wedding day
At their wedding, Bry Kopinski surprised her husband, Christopher Kopinski, with his dream Rolex: a yellow-gold Datejust with a Wimbledon dial.
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Starbucks' latest drink launch is a bet on the future of fast food beverages
Starbucks is launching blended Refreshers to boost afternoon visits with customizable, cold drinks amid growing competition in the beverage industry.
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Photos of the first supermarkets show how grocery shopping has transformed over the last century
The first grocery stores appeared in the 1920s and '30s. Large and full of products, they changed how Americans shopped for groceries.
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I went to Walmart's HQ and saw how AI is changing what people see, buy, and how fast they get it
Walmart is folding AI capabilities into nearly every aspect of its business, helping the retailer offer new levels of speed and personalization.
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Chain restaurants are closing hundreds of locations across the US in 2026. See the list.
Several restaurant chains, including Wendy's, Papa John's, and Pizza Hut, have announced plans to close locations this year.
I went to ElevenLabs' NYC pop-up. A robot poured me cold brew before I haggled with an AI shopkeeper.
ElevenLabs' NYC pop-up boasted that "every part of the experience is run by a voice agent." I decided to visit.
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You can now get a Subway sandwich with your Walmart delivery. More restaurants could follow.
Walmart is offering meal delivery from Subways located in its stores. Executives say it's the start of bigger ambitions in restaurant delivery.
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Red Lobster survived bankruptcy. It couldn't survive Times Square.
Red Lobster is closing its Times Square flagship restaurant after 23 years. After visiting, I understand why.
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I've worked at Costco for 20 years. Here are 9 of the best things I'm seeing on shelves right now.
As a longtime employee, I think the Swiffer Power Mop, Titan Pro cooler, and Ninja Blend Boss are some of the best things to get at Costco right now.
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