Walgreens stock surges on report that it could be taken private
Walgreens is reportedly looking to take itself private in a deal with Sycamore Partners, sending the stock nearly 20% higher Tuesday.
Taco Bell’s Drive-Thru Revolution: A “Live Más” Moment That Could Star in the Big Game
When it comes to redefining fast food culture, Taco Bell continues to lead the charge, proving their drive-thru experience isn’t just a pitstop—it’s a destination. With their latest campaign, Live Más Drive-Thru Cams, Taco Bell invites fans to step into …
Nike Swooshes to the Top: A Fashion Champion for All Generations
When it comes to blending innovation, quality, and cultural impact, Nike is proving that it’s not just a brand—it’s a movement. According to YouGov's 2024 fashion rankings, Nike has sprinted ahead of its competitors, reigning supreme as America’s most beloved …
Coca-Cola is dramatically scaling back its plastic promises
Coca-Cola is scaling back its packaging sustainability goals, igniting outrage from environmental activists.
Local Business Leader Offers $25K Grant to Boost Small Business Ventures
She Makes We, a social impact initiative by Innovating Marketing Group founder LaToya Hurley, has launched a $25K pitch competition for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in need of funding. This virtual event will take place on Saturday, January …
Starbucks forced to pay its baristas manually because of a ransomware attack on third-party software
A ransomware attack has disrupted a third-party software system that Starbucks uses to track and manage its baristas’ schedules, forcing the coffee chain to shift to manual mode to ensure its employees get paid properly, a Starbucks spokesperson said Monday.
Kohl’s CEO will step down. He’ll be replaced by the head of Michaels
Ashley Buchanan, the next Kohl’s CEO, has been CEO of Michaels since 2020 and was a senior executive at Walmart and Walmart-owned Sam’s Club for 13 years.
7.4 million Americans could gain Medicare or Medicaid coverage for anti-obesity drugs under Biden proposal
Millions more senior citizens and lower-income Americans could obtain coverage for costly anti-obesity drugs under a proposal being unveiled Tuesday by the Biden administration.
Hong Kong is becoming a hub for financial crime, US lawmakers say
Hong Kong has become a center for money laundering and sanctions evasion under the tightening grip of Beijing, US lawmakers have warned, calling for a re-evaluation of America’s close business relationship with the Asian financial hub.
Disney agrees to pay $43 million to settle lawsuit alleging it paid men more than women
Disney has agreed to pay $43 million to settle a lawsuit that it paid female employees less than their male counterparts in similar roles for nearly a decade.
Walmart rolls back DEI programs after right-wing backlash
Walmart, the largest private employer in the United States, will curb some diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. It’s the latest company to backtrack on diversity initiatives in the face of right-wing pressure, and its decisions will reverberate across corporate …
Macy’s found a single employee hid up to $154 million worth of expenses
Macy’s announced Monday that a single employee was responsible for so many accounting irregularities that the company was forced to delay its quarterly earnings report, which the retailer had planned to release Tuesday.
Cyberattack leaves Stop & Shop shelves empty 10 days before Thanksgiving
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
Target sounds the alarm bell on holiday shopping
Target is expecting a surprisingly weak holiday shopping season, a potential warning sign for the retail industry.
Transforming Lives: Houston Area Urban League, GEICO, and Partners Make a Difference with NABC Recycled Rides®
The Houston Area Urban League (HAUL), in a dynamic collaboration with GEICO, Enterprise, and Black Tie Collision, is driving change—literally and figuratively. In a heartwarming display of community partnership, a 2016 Ford Explorer was recently presented to Elijah Jones, a …