Top of The News
by Thom Forbes
The Mini Cooper - the dream car for those in midlife crisis who, like David Kiley, are "not the Ferrari kind of bloke" (or lassie) - yesterday unwrapped pictures and … Read the whole story

RETAIL
by Sarah Mahoney
REI and SportsAuthority are hoping consumers will get outdoorsy with this year's gift-giving. The retailers are rolling out seasonal campaigns meant to appeal to … Read the whole story

AUTOMOTIVE
by Karl Greenberg
The driver behind the Facebook-focused "Collaboration Fortwo," via N.Y.-base Razorfish, is to get artists and creatives to help design a piece of artwork reflecting … Read the whole story

FINANCIAL SERVICES
by Aaron Baar
Via a social media and digital promotion, the company is encouraging consumers to share their savings aspirations during the holiday season by enticing them … Read the whole story

FOOD
by Karlene Lukovitz
Culinary pros can enter on "The Chew" site by submitting a resume and a short video (five minutes max) that explains their "food philosophies," … Read the whole story

AUTOMOTIVE
by Karl Greenberg
TV ads will air in 210 markets via buys on network, cable and spot TV. Placements will be on "The Amazing Race," "Big Bang … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Dyfed "Fred" Richards
The gum category is wide open for a leader to step forward -- from an aesthetic perspective as well as a relevant, merchandising and … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Jim Lucas
Early holiday shoppers provide a window into how shopping strategies are evolving. The acceptance of omnichannel by early holiday shoppers indicates the importance of … Read the whole story