Business
Amazon Launches Brick-and-Mortar Bookstore
Karla Bowsher on November 4, 2015
Amazon.com has gone back to its roots as a bookseller by opening a brick-and-mortar bookstore. But this store offers a few unusual twists.
Amazon Makes a Move to Become More Family Friendly
Krystal Steinmetz on November 4, 2015
The e-commerce giant — recently lambasted by The New York Times as having a “bruising workplace” — is the latest tech company to seriously sweeten its parental leave policy.
Why Ohio’s Marijuana Vote Is Uniquely Controversial
Karla Bowsher on November 3, 2015
A measure on Ohio ballots asks whether the state should legalize marijuana. But several aspects of the measure set it apart from similar efforts in other states.
Woman’s Company Sells Roadkill for Hundreds of Dollars
Karla Bowsher on November 3, 2015
Pamela Paquin calls her product “ethical fur.” Find out why she started the business, and how she makes it a success.
Fake Charity Made Millions — Here’s How to Avoid a Scam
Karla Bowsher on October 30, 2015
A company accused of masquerading as a charity has agreed to a $700,000 settlement with the state of New York. Learn how to ensure your donations don’t end up as part of a scam.
Corinthian Colleges Socked With $530 Million Judgment
Krystal Steinmetz on October 29, 2015
The court ruled against the shuttered for-profit college chain for its predatory lending practices, a decision that could lay the groundwork to help indebted former students.
100 CEOs to Retire With as Much as 50 Million Families Combined
Karla Bowsher on October 29, 2015
The retirement funds of the 100 wealthiest CEOs are worth a combined $4.9 billion — equal to the total retirement savings of 41 percent of American families. Find out how this happened.
The Most Expensive Urban Hotels in the Nation
Karla Bowsher on October 29, 2015
The Big Apple is home to many of the most expensive places in America to spend the night. Find out which hotels topped the list.
REI Says No to Black Friday, Will Close Stores
Krystal Steinmetz on October 28, 2015
The sporting goods chain is urging its customers and its workers to get outside instead of shopping on the day after Thanksgiving. Will that pay off in the long term?
What the Walgreens-Rite Aid Mega-Merger Could Mean for You
Krystal Steinmetz on October 28, 2015
If the $17 billion purchase gets a green light from regulators, the drugstore industry will essentially be consolidated into two big chains.
Multitasking Moms and Dads Suffer Silently in the Workplace
Bob Sullivan on October 28, 2015
Why do they remain quiet even as they drive themselves insane trying to keep all the balls in the air?
Wal-Mart Seeks FAA Permission for Drone-Delivery Testing
Krystal Steinmetz on October 27, 2015
With the retail giant following drone program development by Amazon and China’s Alibaba, the race is on to go airborne.
Bet You Can’t Guess America’s 2nd Favorite Sneaker Brand
Krystal Steinmetz on October 25, 2015
Nike still reigns, but after that there’s a dark horse surging past all the other athletic shoe brands.
Some Things Are Not Awesome: A Lego Shortage is Looming
Krystal Steinmetz on October 22, 2015
As the holidays approach, the Denmark-based Lego company is scrambling to keep up with demand. But American Lego lovers may be spared.
Marijuana Use Has Doubled — But Who Smokes It Most?
Karla Bowsher on October 23, 2015
Pass the joint, teens and young adults: You are not the only ones using significantly more marijuana these days.
How My In-Flight Wi-Fi Turned Out to Be a Big, Fat ‘Gotcha’
Bob Sullivan on October 22, 2015
I know in-flight Wi-Fi prices have increased recently, but $300 for one cross-country round trip? I don’t want that happening to you.
Sorry to Say, Women: The Gender Pay Gap is Widening
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
As men’s earnings grow at twice the pace of women’s, analysts parse the data and try to explain why. Here are some of the theories.
Amazon Is Hiring a Crazy Number of Seasonal Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
Even as some brick-and-mortar retailers cut back on their holiday hiring, the e-commerce giant plans to expand its seasonal staffing by 25 percent over 2014.
Which Company Faces a 3,000 Percent Tax Rate?
Karla Bowsher on October 21, 2015
A new analysis shows corporate tax rates can vary wildly from company to company — from negative rates to nearly 3,000 percent.
Don’t Wait on Hold for Customer Service: There’s a Better Way
Marilyn Lewis on October 21, 2015
Luckily, cunning minds have devised apps, websites and strategies that we can use to get questions and complaints heard immediately.
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