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by Thom Forbes
Payless Shoes is also closing its online operation. Its international franchises and Latin American stores will not be affected, according to a spokesperson. Read the whole story

RETAIL
by P.J. Bednarski
"We want to build a 'playground' for Samsung fans," said YH Eom, president & CEO, Samsung Electronics America. Read the whole story

COMMENTARY
by Tanya Gazdik, Staff Writer
More than 200,000 TV commercials and more than 2 billion print ad impressions refer to J.D. Power awards annually, according to the company. Read the whole story

TOYS
by Sarah Mahoney
Marketers are upbeat about the year ahead and happy to close the books on a period of intense retail turmoil. Read the whole story
by Karlene Lukovitz
Ads suggest eating the frozen Asian meals to recover from stressful events: 'That's an InnovAsian Occasion.' Read the whole story

RETAIL
by Sarah Mahoney
Developed by Walmart's digital innovation shop, the VR experience invites fans into the world of the latest "How to Train Your Dragon." Read the whole story

AUTOMOTIVE
by Tanya Gazdik
After learning about the project, Volkswagen of America supported the restoration process. The replica of the Woodstock icon will embark on cross-country tour. Read the whole story

CREDIT CARDS
by P.J. Bednarski
The new "sonic logo" is a six-note melody that will eventually accompany all Mastercard transactions, probably starting with online sales. Read the whole story

RESTAURANTS
by Karlene Lukovitz
Bojangles' has installed a flour-spewing billboard in Charlotte, Red Lobster is streaming (butter) dunks. Read the whole story

FINANCIAL SERVICES
by Tanya Gazdik
The company's goal is to "democratize" luxury and provide attainable home ownership for all families, says Kevin Clayton, CEO of Clayton Homes. Read the whole story

COMMENTARY
by Steve Olenski
"The transformation in positioning and packaging makes us relevant to a new younger audience," says Hickory Farms' CEO. Read the whole story
by Chuck Martin
Alipay will allow shoppers at Walgreens to use the same payment system commonly used in China. Read the whole story
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by Larissa Faw
Design studio Zoo and ad agency Huge are launching what the two companies call the world's first glow-in-the-dark ramen restaurant. Read the whole story