Top of The News
by Thom Forbes
The retail climate has changed so drastically since Staples and Office Depot first tried to merge in the mid-'90s - including the Federal Trade Commission's unanimous approval of the Office … Read the whole story

HOT SPOT
by Sarah Mahoney
Google Play turns a conversation with actor Jack Black into a charming animated film, in which he reveals why he never made it as … Read the whole story

PACKAGED GOODS
by Tanya Gazdik
"Trojan is always looking for ways to bring our pleasure products into the mainstream by fostering an open dialogue about sexual health and pleasure, … Read the whole story

AUTOMOTIVE
by Karl Greenberg
In spite of the guaranteed Midwestern cold, auto brands at the Chicago Auto Show, which starts next week, love the urban outdoors. The show … Read the whole story

RETAIL
by Sarah Mahoney
Bluemercury has some 60 specialty stores in 18 states, as well an online business. With such products as M-61, its proprietary skincare brand and … Read the whole story

AUTOMOTIVE
by Karl Greenberg
The study finds that among new-vehicle shoppers who are "delighted" with their OEM Web site experience, 64% said they are more likely to test-drive … Read the whole story

FOOD
by Karlene Lukovitz
Peter McGuinness, Chobani's chief marketing and brand officer, has also said that while overall category growth has, inevitably, begun to show some slowing, Chobani … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Tom O'Keefe
Every day we read about another brand, company or even sports team failing on Twitter. But for all those who fail, many more win. … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Brett Bair
There are basic fundamentals at play that have not only laid a sound groundwork for success, but that are also directly relevant for any … Read the whole story