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A crowd surged into a Long Island mall during a high-demand Swatch and Audemars Piguet release, prompting police intervention. Authorities used pepper spray to disperse the gathering as concerns grow over retail crowd safety.

An analysis of 55,637 verified promo codes by HotDeals found that a small group of patterns — especially WELCOME, SAVE, and 10%-off codes — account for a surprisingly large share of working online discounts.

A viral Reddit post revives criticism of Starbucks' small tables as the chain renovates 1,000 stores, closes hundreds, and defends its $9 coffee as a 'premium experience'.

Oreo's Firecracker Pop cookies launch 4 May at $5.79 per pack. With multiple limited editions dropping in quick succession, the premium snack strategy is quietly adding up for US families.

Maryland leads the US by banning surveillance pricing in grocery stores with the Protection from Predatory Pricing Act, addressing consumer protection against algorithmic pricing that uses personal data to set prices.

This Epomaker RT100 Pro mechanical keyboard blends retro-inspired design with modern features like tri-mode connectivity, hot-swap support, and a silent typing experience.

Red Lobster's 'Endless Shrimp' returns at $24.99 to $29.99 after the $20 version caused $11 million in losses. Former servers warn the revival risks repeating history.

Sainsbury's warns customers against swapping premium eggs for cheaper ones, threatening police action amid rising shoplifting incidents. The move highlights growing retail theft concerns in the UK

London has seen a 200% rise in shoplifting over five years, with low prosecution rates leading retailers to stop reporting incidents.

A wave of UK retail collapses highlights what administration means, as major brands shut stores and thousands of jobs disappear.

Allbirds, known for sustainable footwear, rebrands as NewBird AI, shifting focus to GPU rentals amid declining revenue and market challenges.

Amazon nail bestseller Beetles has made its European debut at Cosmoprof Bologna, signaling its expansion from a fast-growing U.S. e-commerce brand into a global omnichannel player with professional beauty ambitions.

How Kohl's is tackling declining sales with a strategic turnaround, focusing on store optimization and future growth without further closures in 2026.

Joybuy UK's entry into the UK e-commerce market offers unbeatable prices on high-end electronics, backed by a price-match promise and fast '11-to-11' delivery, challenging Amazon and Argos.

Primark will close all stores in England, Wales and Northern Ireland on Easter Sunday 2026 due to the Sunday Trading Act, while branches in Scotland will remain open.

UPS is offering a $150,000 buyout to over 100,000 drivers as part of a strategic shift away from Amazon, aiming for a leaner, more automated business model.

Walmart is set to revolutionize its US stores with Digital Shelf Labels, enhancing pricing accuracy and customer experience while streamlining operations nationwide.