Top of The News
by Thom Forbes
Best Buy is shelling out $800 million in cash for GreatCall, which sells mobile phones tailored to the booming 65-and-older crowd, as well as "connected health services." Read the whole story

BEVERAGES
by Karlene Lukovitz
The move ups Constellation Beverages' stake in Canadian pot producer Canopy Growth from 10% to 38%. The plan: Market pot-infused beverages and other products … Read the whole story

APPAREL
by Sarah Mahoney
Called EV1, DeGeneres' new women's line, which the retailer says is inspired by great design, positivity and inclusion, is set to debut next month. Read the whole story
by P.J. Bednarski
While those old stalwarts are harder and harder to sell (or get excited about), their household penetration rate worldwide is an impressive 30%. Read the whole story
by Sarah Mahoney
The two brands kick off a shoe and gear launch with a video series meant to thrill American anime fans. Read the whole story
by Larissa Faw
Creative shows people in various financial-like situations, such as contemplating a new car purchase, while a voiceover commands them to "Turn to the Nerds." Read the whole story
by Larissa Faw
The new work, from Grey's New York office, positions the Cincinnati-based Workhorse Group as a "relentless ally always ready to take action." Read the whole story
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by Alex Weprin
For example, Toyota increased TV ad spend by 10%, and saw its search queries increase by 31%. Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Cory Treffiletti, Featured Contributor
Is it acceptable that these personal brands can supersede the teams or entities they represent? Is it good that Lebron James is more well-known … Read the whole story