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Nov 03 2025BUSINESS

The Changing Face of Office Supplies: What's Happening to Office Depot and OfficeMax?

Office Depot and OfficeMax, two big names in office supplies, are shutting down almost 100 more stores. This is not just a recent thing. It has been going on for a while. The company that owns them, ODP Corporation, has been struggling. This is because people are buying things online more often. The

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Oct 27 2025BUSINESS

Forklifts in North America: A Growing Industry

The forklift industry in North America is booming. It was worth 12. 4 billion dollars in 2024 and is expected to double by 2034. This growth is driven by the rise of e-commerce and the need for faster, safer, and more efficient warehouse operations. Many companies in this industry work together to

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Lansing Bakery Takes a Big Bite Out of Online Success

A local bakery owner just scored a huge win on a national stage. Nikki Thompson Frazier, the owner of Sweet Encounter Bakery & Cafe, walked away with $35, 000 after impressing the judges on "Shark Tank. " The catch? She didn't even appear on the TV show. Instead, she pitched her business plan at the

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Sep 20 2025BUSINESS

Warehouse Clubs: The New Shopping Hotspot for Young Shoppers

Warehouse clubs like Costco, Sam's Club, and BJ's are seeing a surge in popularity, especially among younger shoppers. These stores are not just about bulk buying anymore. They are becoming a go-to destination for trendy brands, convenient digital shopping, and even unique finds like gold bars. The

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Sep 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Shopping Gets Real: Amazon's New Lens Live Feature

Amazon has just rolled out a new way to shop using AI. It's called Lens Live. This tool lets you point your phone at something you see in the real world. Then, it shows you similar products from Amazon. It's like having a shopping assistant in your pocket. Lens Live is not replacing the old Amazon

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Aug 29 2025BUSINESS

US Tariff Change Causes Global Shipping Chaos

The United States has made a big change to its import rules. This change is causing problems for many countries and businesses. The "de minimis" rule used to let small packages enter the US without extra fees. But now, this rule is ending. This means more costs for businesses and more hassle for cus

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Aug 22 2025BUSINESS

US Deliveries on Pause: What's the Deal with New Import Taxes?

Big changes are happening in the world of international shipping. Starting August 29, the US is changing its rules on import taxes for small packages. This has caused a lot of confusion and delays. Royal Mail and DHL have decided to pause some deliveries to the US. They need time to figure out how

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Jul 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Ways to Rank Fuzzy Numbers for Better Decisions

Ranking fuzzy numbers is a big deal in making tough choices. It's like trying to pick the best option when everything is a bit unclear. There are many ways to do this, but some are not very good. They might not give clear answers or work well when things are uncertain. A new way to rank these fuzzy

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Jul 10 2025BUSINESS

Streamers and Their Smart Selling Strategies

Live-streaming shopping is a big deal these days. It's changing how people buy things and how brands sell them. But what's going on behind the scenes? Let's talk about the choices streamers make when selling products. Streamers have different ways to sell stuff. They can do one big show or split it

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May 20 2025BUSINESS

Stord's Big Move: Ware2Go Acquisition and E-commerce Expansion

Stord, a major player in the e-commerce logistics game, just made a big splash. They have taken over Ware2Go, a warehousing and fulfillment network, from UPS. This move is all about growing fast and meeting the huge demand from online shops. With this takeover, Stord is adding 21 new warehouses to i

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