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Would you try these unusual Thanksgiving-infused food items?
Campbell, Baskin-Robbins and DiGiorno are some of the companies that unveiled Thanksgiving-infused treats available through the month of November.
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Tens of thousands of workers at 18 major Las Vegas Strip hotels may go on strike this month
The Culinary Workers Union said about 35,000 members whose contracts expired earlier this year are ready and willing to walk off the job at 18 casinos
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The No. 1 work perk that would get people to return to the office more often
If bosses want workers in the office more often, they’ll need to start paying up to cover commuting costs, employees say.
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Thousands more UAW members go on strike as General Motors remains lone holdout
The United Auto Workers union has widened its strike against General Motors, the lone holdout among the three Detroit automakers, after reaching a tentative contract agreement with Jeep maker Stellantis.
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UAW in tentative deal to end labor strike with Stellantis but expands its strike at General Motors
The tentative deal is the result of contentious negotiations, which saw thousands of union members walk out of plants and onto picket lines.
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Eggo just launched a $150 robot vacuum cleaner that looks like a toasted waffle
The robot has been designed to look like a toasted Eggo waffle covered in butter and syrup, with the brand’s iconic yellow and red iconography lining its edges.
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Abercrombie & Fitch, ex-CEO sued over sex abuse and trafficking accusations
Former Abercrombie CEO Mike Jeffries was accused of allegedly running a sex trafficking ring that exploited men hoping to become models for the brand.
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Why food giants are rushing into a world of mustard Skittles and caviar-topped Pringles
Product partnerships are a tried-and-true tactic to get noticed, but the marketing mashups of 2023 take brand attention seeking to a whole new level.
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Pharmacy staff from Walgreens, CVS say they're at a breaking point — here's what their days look like
Workers are concerned that Walgreens and CVS are placing unreasonable demands on them, without providing enough resources to safely execute tasks.
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Neiman Marcus' 2023 Christmas Book features 8 one-of-a-kind Fantasy Gifts
This year’s Fantasy Gifts are here, see the 7 items that are sure to make your Christmas list.
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Candy exchange: Ferrara Candy Company to purchase Jelly Belly
Chicago’s Ferrara Candy Company is expected to purchase California-based Jelly Belly later this year under an undisclosed agreement, according to a joint announcement from both companies.
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SoCal cafe debuts Taylor Swift-inspired ‘Eras' menu
From Red rigatoni pasta to the Speak Now spritz, Cafe Landwer in Century City allows Swifties to enter their food and drink era to celebrate the release of Taylor Swift’s “Era’s Tour” concert film.
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Dunkin' offering free coffee for rewards members on Mondays through end of month
While it’s common for people to feel like they need an extra boost on Monday mornings to start their week, Dunkin’ has a remedy for their rewards members this month in the form of free coffee.
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Ben Affleck teams up with Ice Spice for new Dunkin' commercial
Actor-director Ben Affleck, who last appeared in a Dunkin’ ad in the spring, stars in a new ad for the coffee giant, and he’s teaming up with rapper Ice Spice.
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Here's how you can get some pumpkin spice ahead of Starbucks' fall menu release
This fall season marks 20 years since Starbucks created the Pumpkin Spice Latte and although the season hasn’t started yet, you can get your first sip of the season early.
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All Christmas Tree Shops closing this week, massive discounts being offered
All Christmas Tree Shop locations, including 18 right here in New England, are scheduled to close in just five days. But it’s not too late to score a bargain. And the store is offering some serious discounts as they look to liquidate their merchandise. “New Discounts Daily up to 90% off lowest ticketed prices,” the store announced... -
Mass. jobless rate sinks to record low 2.6%
The Massachusetts economy continues to hum along in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic’s disruption, a trend that business leaders and analysts say could forecast more inflationary pressure on the horizon. With employers across the state still struggling to fill open positions, labor officials reported Friday that the statewide unemployment ra... -
Christmas Tree Shops to liquidate all remaining stores, report says
Christmas Tree Shops is planning to liquidate all of its remaining stores, according to a new report in the Wall Street Journal. The well known chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year, with two Massachusetts stores included on the initial store closure list. If you’ve lived in New England long enough, you know that Christmas T... -
Apple just announced its first major product since 2014: The Vision Pro for $3,499
Apple announced its mixed-reality headset on Monday during its developer conference. The Vision Pro is its first major new product since 2014.
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As Boston Businesses Fight to Thrive After COVID Emergency, City Looks to Help With Grants
The COVID-19 health emergency may be over, but that hasn’t meant an end to the struggle for businesses in Boston. While the pandemic has left a hole in the commercial real estate market, all hope is not lost. But current, returning and new businesses, as well as landlords, are having to cater to a broader type of customer. The...