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    NYC Furniture Retailer to Pay $350K in Settlement Over Delays, Damage

    Payless Furniture, operating as 1StopBedrooms, agrees to refund customers and change business practices.

    QVC Owner Faces Bankruptcy Filing

    The iconic TV shopping network is struggling to adapt to changing consumer habits.

    Cannabis Legalization's Local Impact Explored in 2026

    From tax revenue to community attitudes, how has legalization reshaped towns and neighborhoods?

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    Recent news

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Long Island Cannabis Sales Outpace Rest of New York

    Consumer demand for legal marijuana products continues to rise across the state.

    Apr. 16, 2026

    7-Eleven to Close Hundreds of Stores in US and Canada

    Convenience chain cites softening consumer spending amid high inflation as reason for major closures.

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Trader Joe's Customers Eligible for $100 Class Action Payout

    Grocery chain settles lawsuit over credit card receipt violations in 2019

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Walmart Revamps Great Value Packaging

    Retail giant aims to make product information more transparent for customers.

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Stella McCartney and H&M Reunite for Sustainable Fashion Collaboration

    The iconic designer and fast-fashion giant team up to democratize eco-conscious luxury through scaled sustainable materials.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    Long Island Cannabis Sales Outpace Rest of New York

    Demand for legal marijuana products continues to grow across the state.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    Brooklyn Furniture Retailer Fined $350K Over Consumer Violations

    1StopBedrooms to pay restitution and penalties after state investigation into delayed deliveries and damaged goods.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    Dave's Hot Chicken's Viral 'Hot Mozz' Item Returns to New York State

    The popular fried mozzarella dish is back after selling out nationwide.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    7-Eleven to Close Hundreds of Stores in North America

    Convenience chain cites inflation, consumer softening as reasons for major closures outpacing new openings

    Apr. 14, 2026

    7-Eleven to Close Hundreds of Stores Across North America

    Parent company Seven & i Holdings confirms 645 locations will shutter in 2026 fiscal year as part of a portfolio optimization strategy.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    7-Eleven to Close Over 600 Stores in North America

    The convenience store chain plans to focus on larger-format stores with expanded food and beverage offerings.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    7-Eleven to Close Hundreds of Stores Across North America

    Convenience chain cites inflation and economic softening as reasons for major store closures in 2026.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    7-Eleven to Close Hundreds of Stores in North America This Year

    Convenience chain cites inflation and economic softening as reasons for major closures.
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    More Industry news
    Transportation

    Air Canada Suspends Summer Flights to New York's JFK

    Air Canada suspends JFK flights for 5 months amid soaring jet fuel costs

    Air Canada suspends JFK flights for nearly 5 months as fuel costs soar
    Consumer Goods

    Beyond Meat Expands Into Beverages Amid Persistent Demand Weakness

    UK Vodka Brand Expands to East Coast

    787 Coffee Named One of the Top 100 Best Coffee Shops in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean
    Construction

    Managing Cash Flow in Construction: A Practical Guide for Builders

    Brookfield Business and Masonglory Compared as Construction Investments

    Developers Flock to 99-Unit Apartment Buildings
    Advertising

    Patek Philippe Watch Owned by Empire State Building Developer Up for Auction

    Gambling Industry Spends $3.9B Inefficiently on Marketing

    Gambling Industry Spends $3.9B on Marketing, But Misses the Mark
    Financial Services

    Adani, SEC Seek More Time in US Securities Case

    New York Lawmakers Push for Online Casino Legalization

    Atara Biotherapeutics Investors Face Deadline for Lead Plaintiff Role
    Media

    Federal Judge Blocks Nexstar-Tegna TV Station Merger

    Stagwell Expands Owned Media Leadership with Two Senior Hires

    Federal Jury Declares Live Nation an Illegal Monopoly
    Professional Services

    Rosen Law Firm Investigating Potential Securities Fraud Claims Against Apimeds Pharmaceuticals

    Hub International Names Former McGill Exec as ProEx Practice Leader

    Weil Adds Tax Partner Alec Campbell in New York
    Agriculture

    USDA Disqualifies 1,562 Retailers, Prevents $835 Million in Fraudulent SNAP Transactions

    Wall Street Sees New Profit Opportunities in Agriculture

    Robeco Institutional Asset Management Boosts Corteva Stake
    Healthcare

    Corcept Therapeutics Investors Urged to Secure Counsel Before Deadline

    Kisses From Italy Announces Rapid Expansion and New Leadership After Regen Health Merger

    Healthcare Supply Chain IT Now a Margin-Control Issue, Black Book Warns Boards
    Hospitality

    Toast Brand Celebrates What It Takes To Succeed in Business Today

    BLLA Announces 'The Third Space Renaissance' as the Theme for the 2026 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference