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175-Year-Old Catalog Retailer Hammacher Schlemmer Folds…but Hints at Return

The 175-year-old catalog-based retailer Hammacher Schlemmer, known for its unexpected and unique merchandise, has initiated going-out-of-business sales, so…

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First Jordan Brand ‘World of Flight’ Store in the U.S. to Land in Philadelphia

The first of what Nike’s Jordan Brand (Michael, that is) promises will be several U.S. “World of Flight”…

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UPDATE: Bankruptcy Court Approves At Home Restructuring Plan

[Update as of Oct. 2, 2025] At Home has received approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the…

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Walmart Invests in Large-Scale IoT Solution to Improve Supply Chain Data Flow

Walmart has deployed a collaborative ambient IoT (Internet of Things) solution from Wiliot in 500 stores and plans…

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Meta Debuts Customizable AI Agent to Help Brands Close the Sale

In its ongoing effort to leverage AI to drive ad performance across Facebook, Instagram and its messaging platforms,…

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Big Lots Celebrates Brick-and-Mortar Rebirth with Chainwide Celebration

While 218 Big Lots stores have been open for several months, new owner Variety Wholesalers is just now…

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JCPenney Celebrates Inclusivity with New Fashion Line Exclusively for Plus-Size Women

Even though more than two-thirds of women wear plus-size apparel, they’re often made to feel invisible — particularly…

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Miniso to Ramp up Original IP Development, Showcase Proprietary Products in Stores

Miniso isn’t waiting around for the next pop culture phenomenon (Labubus, anyone?). The China-based retailer is strengthening its…

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Ikea Buys SoHo Building as Site for Second Manhattan Store

Ingka Investments, the investment arm of Ikea parent company Ingka Group, has purchased a building in the heart…

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