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How A Coalition Of Retail Giants Is Rewriting Accessibility Standards
“There are many brands leading on many accessibility initiatives,” Knackstedt said. “The best practices we, as a Coalition, are sharing should be useful for other brands and for small businesses. We also believe accessibility…
Retailers are on a hiring spree. But consumers are sending warning signs
The retail trades added nearly 22,000 jobs in April, accounting for almost one-fifth of total job growth. In March, retailers posted their largest number of monthly job openings since 2023. Retailers are more confident after seeing consumers keep…
Retail Media Networks Are In Their 'Gangly Teenager' Phase. They're Trying to Grow Up.
As retail media networks overtake television in ad revenue, they are also taking a page from the way TV pitches itself to marketers. After media companies like NBCUniversal, Disney and Paramount conclude their annual upfront sales spectacles this…
Major retailer with over 1,000 branches reveals closure of beloved store
A MAJOR retailer with over 1,000 branches has confirmed it will close a beloved flagship store and shoppers are heartbroken. M&S is preparing to shutter its flagship store on Oxford Street, Swansea, in just a matter of days. Your info will be used…
UK bed retailer that supplies Asda and Dunelm goes into administration
A British bed manufacturer with a heritage dating back to 1871 has collapsed into administration, putting 71 jobs at risk. Airsprung, which produces mattresses and beds for leading retailers, operates from Canal Road in Trowbridge, Wiltshire. Back…
Retail firm co-owned by sex offender sitting on accumulated profits of €640,881
The retail firm co-owned by sex offender, Noel Jordan was sitting on accumulated profits of €640,881 at the end of 2024, most recent accounts filed show. At Ennis Circuit Court on Monday, May 11, Judge Francis Comerford is due to sentence Mr…
Major retail chain expands into UK - with retailers facing 'collateral damage
UK retailers face 'collateral damage' as China's answer to Amazon, Joybuy, expands into the UK. Chinese online retail giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in the UK to challenge major rivals including Amazon. Joybuy offer products across…
AI won't transform your retail operations if your devices can't keep up
Australian retailers are racing to embed AI into every aspect of their operations, whether it's self-checkout, real-time inventory and stock management, or enabling more personalised customer experiences. And it is for good reason: 89 per cent of…
Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar hits tempting sub-£400 price at major UK retailer
Garmin has been busy clearing its Fenix 7 Pro stock, but as expected, people are gobbling up the watches as soon as they hit the market. Luckily, Go Outdoors decided to join the party and slashed the price of the largest 7X Pro model, which also…
Two men stabbed at Stirling retail park as police launch attempted murder probe
Two men have been rushed to hospital after being stabbed in a brutal broad daylight blade attack in Stirling. Police were scrambled to Burghmuir Retail Park, off Burghmuir Road, at around 7.15pm last night, Saturday, May 9. The men, aged 38 and 46…
UK retail park stabbing as two hospitalised after being knifed outside shop
Two men were rushed to hospital with stab wounds following an attack that police have classified as attempted murder. Detectives are investigating after the men, aged 38 and 46, sustained serious injuries during the incident in Stirling on Saturday…
Target & Other Retailers Just Pulled These Snack Mixes Over Salmonella Risk
Several snack mixes sold under Fisher, Southern Style Nuts, Squirrel Brand, and Good & Gather are being recalled over possible salmonella contamination. The recall is linked to a seasoning ingredient made with previously recalled dry milk powder.
Two men stabbed at retail park as attempted murder probe launched
Two men were taken to hospital with stab wounds after an assault that officers are treating as attempted murder. Investigators are examining the circumstances after the pair, aged 38 and 46, suffered serious injuries in the incident in Stirling on…
KCON Japan turns spotlight on latest K-food trends
A major K-pop concert in Japan last weekend became a pavilion for the latest K-foods, as leading gastronomic companies targeted music fans on site. KCON Japan 2026 saw the makers of Bibigo and Buldak launch food trucks and booths, sharing samples…
Family-owned high street retailer collapsed into administration owing millions
New documents reveal that 'there will be insufficient funds available' for unsecured creditors owed £3.4 million by the firm which operated stores across Scotland and England. Eleven Pagazzi lighting and home interior stores were closed when…
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