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Unpredictable weather is remaking the ski industry

Mar 12, 2015
While small ski areas struggle, larger ones are finding new ways to make a profit.

Finding the natural in natural flavors

Mar 2, 2015
Natural flavors come from a substance found in nature, but that's just the start.

A food critic's power in the Internet age

Jan 6, 2015
One negative restaurant review in a newspaper can do more harm than you might think.

Secure phones (and apps) hit consumer market

Jan 6, 2015
When it comes to mobile security, it's not just the phone that matters.

Airlines use illusion to make coach seem more spacious

Dec 26, 2014
Airlines are trying to change your perception of cramped seating in coach by creating the impression of more room with larger video screens and new headrests.

Super-fast delivery is the new game in town

Dec 19, 2014
Amazon and start-ups compete for the instantaneous delivery dollar.

More retailers promise last-minute Christmas delivery

Dec 15, 2014
... even after last year's debacle.

Connecting your online self to your offline self

Nov 28, 2014
Retailers are using what they learn online to sell you stuff in the store.

Holiday drinks: A mix of science and clever marketing

Nov 26, 2014
Here's why you crave that pumpkin spice latte and other "holidays in a glass."
Shoppers wait in line at Starbucks while shopping at a Black Friday event.
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A new high-tech shopping helper: Dressing room mirrors

Nov 25, 2014
Dressing room mirrors with touch screens that tell stores about your preferences and buying habits are part of a wider push to track online and offline shopping activity.