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Cisco Systems to Lay Off 7% of Workforce Amid Continued Job Cuts
Cisco Systems is laying off 7% of its workforce, affecting at least 5,500 employees, as part of a second round of major job cuts this year.
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Walmart Sensory-Friendly Hours Receive Mixed Reviews, Some Seek Further Extensions
Walmart's sensory-friendly hours received mixed reactions; some shoppers appreciated the quiet, while others wanted further extensions and improvements.
Dollar Tree’s $1.25 Hand Soaps Go Viral for Bath & Body Works Similarity
Dollar Tree's $1.25 soaps, similar to Bath & Body Works, go viral as budget-friendly dupes. (Photo : Pexels/SarahChai) A Dollar Tree shopper found amazing dupes in the beauty aisle, including ScentHappy products, which are much cheaper alternatives to a popular brand.
Hy-Vee Announces Sweeping Price Tag Overhaul in 230 Stores Following Walmart's Lead
Hy-Vee confirms nationwide price tag overhaul in 230 stores, partnering with VusionGroup after Walmart's digital tag test.
Redbox, Chicken Soup Say Goodbye as Shoppers Mourn Nationwide Store Closures
Redbox closes due to parent company's liquidation, shutting 24,000 kiosks, causing 1,000 job losses, and leaving shoppers and creditors awaiting payments.
Stein Mart Bankruptcy Results in Closure of 300 Stores, Sierra Steps Up
Stein Mart's bankruptcy led to 300 store closures; Sierra expanded into a vacated Kansas City location.
Dollar Tree and Family Dollar Divorce Creates Uncertainty for NC Shoppers
Dollar Tree seeks a buyer for Family Dollar, leaving the future uncertain for North Carolina shoppers who rely on its affordable goods.
Wendy's and Jersey Mike's Adjust Operations, Reduce Staff in Response to $20 California Wage Hike
Wendy's and Jersey Mike's cut jobs and hours in California due to the new $20 minimum wage.
Semicolon Bookstore Expands to Magnificent Mile with New Wrigley Building Location
Semicolon Bookstore opens new Magnificent Mile location with a unique candy section. (Photo : Pixabay/LubosHouska) Semicolon Bookstore is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location at the South Tower, 400 N Michigan Avenue, on the Magnificent Mile this July 12th.
Kroger Shoppers React as 579 Stores Are Listed for Sale After Merger Announcement
Kroger and Albertsons list 579 stores for sale, hoping to ease merger concerns. (Photo : Pixabay/Tom) Kroger and Albertsons have shared a list of nearly 600 stores they plan to sell.