Walmart is remodeling over 650 stores across the U.S. you're bound to step foot into a "Store of the Future" this year Walmart also plans to build or convert more than 150 stores over the next several years in a move that the retail giant says will not only improve speed and ease of shopping but will create tens of thousands of jobs, a release said Here's what to know about the New Jersey stores that are getting a remodel and what will change What is the new Walmart in NJ?Walmart has invested billions of dollars upgrading stores across the U.S to align with their "Store of the Future" project Here's what Walmart said will provide a more modern approach to shopping: bulky items being put on display for customers to "touch feel and visualize"New exterior and interior paintUpdated flooring insideModernized restrooms with a Mother's Room for nursing mothersAdded "digital touchpoints" to provide more information on products and servicesWider aislesA new "dollar shop" at store entrances with seasonally relevant productsGrab & Go section for easy to grab snacks sandwiches and cold drinksElectric vehicle fast-charging stationsEnergy-efficient lighting and equipmentMore shopping cartsNew checkout upgradesWalmart said many pharmacies have been moved to the front of stores with new private screening rooms for consultations and services Walmart vision centers will expand their inventory of glasses and sunglasses Stores that are undergoing remodels in New Jersey are the following The list is expanding and could include even more in New Jersey The company collected $202 million in taxes in fiscal year 2024 and paid around $163.1 million in taxes in New Jersey Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based journalist with the Mid-Atlantic Connect Team and free-to-play games topped the PlayStation Store download charts last month April saw a lot of action among the top spots. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and Forza Horizon 5 broke into the top three for the U.S. and EU PS5 charts, while Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate dominated the PS VR2 charts across the board.  *Naming of products may differ between regions *Upgrades not included *Naming of products may differ between regions  Game upgrades or games bundled with hardware not included Learn more To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories we're happy to send you some reminders Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications Home> News> Platform> Playstation Another month means another batch of PlayStation Stars incentives and that means you could see yourself bag a hell of a lot of free store credit without any effort at all Unlike PlayStation Plus, Sony’s PlayStation Stars membership scheme allows members to join for free and better yet gives them the opportunity to earn themselves free points on a monthly basis Find out how Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 could earn you some free points this month below these points can eventually be accumulated enough to exchange for free store credit for the PlayStation Store and with games costing even more in recent years PlayStation Stars has announced multiple campaigns which members can take part in let’s take a look at some of the ways you can earn some free store credit throughout May The first campaign centers around PlayStation Plus as players will need to boot up any of the current PS Plus April 2025 games in order to earn 50 points or Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth Hacker's Memory On the topic of PS Plus, being a member (to either the Extra or Premium tiers) can see you grab another 50 points by launching one of the following games: Hogwarts Legacy, Star Wars Jedi Survivor 25 points can also be earned if you choose to take part in May’s PlayStation Tournament you will have to sign up to any eligible PS Tournament throughout the month and play at your scheduled time You can do this by checking out the Tournaments section of any applicable game on PS5 (such as Tekken 8 signing up and then playing at the scheduled time These are all the free points which can be earned throughout May but make sure you activate each PlayStation Stars campaign before you purchase or play any of the eligible titles Topics: PlayStation, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Playstation Plus, Sony Login | Sign Up Push Square Guest Login or Sign Up The monthly PS Store charts for April 2025 are here and Microsoft's doing very well for itself on Sony's current-gen console North America's top-selling title is The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, followed by the ever-popular Minecraft in second, and then Forza Horizon 5 completes the podium It's the same trio of titles taking up the top three slots in the European chart with Forza leading the charge and Oblivion coming second While Minecraft has been available everywhere for some time and Bethesda is publisher of its shadow-dropped remaster all three games come under Microsoft's umbrella The charts feature more Microsoft games, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 appearing in both top 10s, as well as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle in Europe Elsewhere, the well-received Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 manages fourth place in Europe and sixth in NA which isn't bad at all for a relative unknown Arcade racer looking like a massive hit on Sony's system In the realm of PSVR2, the top three games in both territories are Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate, Beat Saber, and Creed Rise to Glory: Championship Edition On PS4, it's Red Dead Redemption 2 taking the top spot in both regions, and the free-to-play charts are dominated by Fortnite, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Roblox You can check out the full charts on the PS Blog Which games did you buy from PS Store in April [source blog.playstation.com] Stephen has been part of the Push Square team for over six years bringing boundless enthusiasm and a deep knowledge of video games to his role as Assistant Editor Having grown up playing every PlayStation console to date He's also our go-to guy for Sonic-related matters Guess that’s what happens when you create monopolies Ive done my bit to help Forza get to the top of the European chart I tried to convince myself that I was going to wait for a sale because I'd already played it (and loved it) when I had a Series X but I ended up caving in and bought it on Friday night @Member_the_game Good man Well they are technically three publishers so I'm not surprised plus we should get used to this since all their games will be coming to Playstation going forward @PlatinumMikey You say that like Sony don't have an effective console monopoly themselves but that's a different segment of the market thats just kinda what happens when a publisher buys popular franchises It’s not like these games weren’t coming to Playstation anyway which was never on Playstation before and deservedly found a new audience on there Judging by the responses to the article on Pure Xbox about the price rises Xbox as a console looks like it's in its death throes anyway You hate to see when enormous trillion dollar entities are awarded for monopolizing and monetizing a once beautiful environment free from war mongering behemoths But tell that to a completely amoral society that are conditioned into self-preservation and competition Give me a new and brilliant ES6 that teems the creativity of real people that worked in unison to fulfill the creative and technical vision of men and women who were appointed leadership by their peers and I will maybe bend the knee @PlatinumMikey or it's what happens when your platform has next to zero first party presence @TicklefistCP there’s been plenty of exclusives mate are you blind do you really want me to list them you can’t rush perfection 😆 I'm fine with helping get Oblivion up there It's been a lot more enjoyable than even I expected and my hopes were very high happy to just see folks enjoying good games @ButterySmooth30FPS also how you turn the annihilation of a brand into some kind of victory Buying out developers and letting their ( what would have mostly been multi platform games anyway ) save you People seem to think gamepass was created out of the goodness of Microsoft’s heart when really it was created due to desperation Now they realise it’s unaffordable and have to resort to releasing their prized games on every other platform @Lysterao how did Sony achieve that Are there perhaps differences between providing something people want and cultivating a user base for 30 years.. and buying 2 of the biggest publishers in the world that own multiple franchises with huge followings a bunch of third party publishers would still be selling these games on PS and PS wouldn't own a monopoly on publishing in any way one company owns all these games being published and it is starting to clearly dominate the charts They have bought their way to a monopoly in the span of a few years and you can see why the deals were scrutinised It wasn't as obvious when it was mostly kept to Game Pass but these figures will be generating much interest from FTC types now that they are selling games everywhere And filtering all gaming money to one company that has proven it sucks at managing a gaming division seems a little risky for the future of games 🤦‍♂️ if they f*** it up from here on out PlayStation players can subsidize gamepass players Works fine with me,already got my money’s worth of gamepass with ninja gaiden 2 black and these bangers this month It’s not too long ago that people said „Xbox has no games“ Now they wait months for getting a PS5 exclusive (Yotei) while the sales are dominated by Xbox games @Lysterao tbf PS tend to buy a studio after a decade of releasing third party exclusives on the platform Not buying out studios that have essentially released multi platform games their entire existence @PlatinumMikey I think "desperation" is a little unfair There was a strong belief amongst many respected industry commentators that "Netflix" type services might have been the future Microsoft believed that was the direction to go but because they genuinely believed it was where the industry would be in a decade or so It was a belief held across multiple boardrooms so it was an industry wide belief and Sony have copied to a certain extent (albeit badly because the games aren't guarantee alternatives to purchases at launch) If MS had done it right (I think Gamepass is a good idea but their studios bungled too many of the games) Sony would have been in trouble and playing catchup Ironically if Sony had gone all-in on it during the PS4 generation when their studios actually delivered must-have titles it would have been a success and vindicated those industry commentators and MS execs The business strategy was to buy up disparate products and bundle them up into a consolidated subscription as opposed to the fragmented a la carte market that existed before @Max_the_German nobody is even talking about PlayStation exclusives anymore All I see being discussed is multiplats and indie games nowadays Yotei will sell significantly less than the original ghosts too @Max_the_German Well at that time Xbox didn’t have the same output as now I’m sure you’ve heard about the largest acquisition in gaming where they bought two of the largest 3rd party publishers in the world Everyone acts so surprised that Xbox has a large output now its the effect of acquiring around 15 studios within a short period of time @PlatinumMikey Mental gymnastics is how They've changed from bitter elitists to weird swingers Just think if Microsoft didn’t spend $80 billion all of these games would be in the exact same place on PlayStation charts except forza 5 which would still be a Xbox exclusive @EfYI That sounded a bit like the Churchill speech i watched on the telly earlier about VE Day @Fartingale exactly @Shad361 Meanwhile they just announced today that Ghost of Yotei is topping the pre order charts in the US @Cornpop76 I don’t agree with any of that sorry @Max_the_German yeah so the argument doesn't hold any water because a) that was before the acquisitions of several studios as well as the biggest publisher of many top selling franchises b) they also released older games If Sony were to release all the first party games they have since ps2 on xbox @LogicStrikesAgain that doesn't mean anything for long term sales and there's nothing else to pre order besides madden and doom(another w for gamepass) lol I've said it before and was crucified but I guess Xbox will be the nº 1 publisher in PS5 this year Is this a surprise after they bought up half the gaming industry @PlatinumMikey True though they had the luxury of doing so due to the domination of the PS2 era the way they bought psygnosis back during the PS1 gen for example they were all but unchallenged until the Xbox 360 2018 MS didnt have the same option of playing things slowly a fair few of Xbox's acquisitions were based off of longer histories just not all as exclusive based as Sony ones Defending or hating on a corporation depending on your console of choice is hilarious Show Comments Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment.. 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The judge additionally sanctioned Apple for “misuse of attorney-client privilege designations to delay proceedings.” It nailed the direct-to-consumer playbook: community-first the brand is making a move that feels both bold and slightly old-school: opening a permanent store in New York City Gymshark is hoping a flagship store can reignite momentum Image source: Gymshark it's launching a 13,000-square-foot flagship on Bond Street in New York and hangout areas — all designed to help the brand reconnect with the community it was built on the store is part of a broader push to strengthen U.S brand awareness and spark a new chapter of growth Gymshark reported £607.3 million (roughly $695 million) in revenue But pre-tax profit dropped for the third year in a row about 40% of Gymshark’s total sales now come from the U.S. making this flagship launch a high-stakes bet on its most important international market the store isn’t just a location — it’s a statement The direct-to-consumer landscape is shifting Online-first isn’t a novelty anymore and digitally native brands are realizing they need more than just scrollable moments to stand out Gymshark is embracing physical retail to stay relevant If the brand can evolve with its audience and use the store to expand its identity It could be the reset moment that takes the brand from trending to timeless Want TheStreet’s best daily stock and investing news right in your inbox every weekday Sign up today for our free newsletter and you'll receive an exclusive report explaining hedge fund guru Doug Kass' winning investment style How are tariffs – and the threat of higher tariffs – going to affect grocery prices in the United States The United States produces and manufactures a lot of its food domestically prices are going to go up," said David Ortega a food economist and professor at Michigan State University "They may not skyrocket for all imported products While higher tariffs could still be coming after a 90-day-pause plus higher duties on Chinese products already in effect are a big increase in food costs for American's budgets director of food policy at The Consumer Federation of America "The 10% 'default' tariffs alone represent a truly historic federal tax increase with a highly regressive impact," Gremillion said Tariffs imposed at the borderThe tariff only applies to the value of the product at the border Then there are additional costs to the product Those things are not subject to the tariff So that doesn't mean that the price of a particular product will go up by 10% or whatever the tariff is according to the Consumer Federation of America Tariffs are causing uncertainty from families checking off their grocery lists to companies importing food this can mean added difficulties in managing a food budget this means havoc on supply chains that could lead to more food waste and more food safety risk," Gremillion said One category that could be especially hit is seafood It remains to be seen how that will be tariffed especially with the trade war going on with China "A lot of seafood is caught here and then taken to China where the labor is much more available and is a lower price to debone frozen and brought back to the United States," he said tariffed coming out and then it will become uneconomical for everybody?" Swanson asked "Consumers will feel these price hikes at the grocery store especially for products where we rely on imports to meet year-round consumer demand,'' Ortega told USA TODAY Shoppers' demand for fresh fruits twelve months a year is part of the reason why the United States imports many of them "We rely on international trade and imports for agricultural products in order to meet year-round consumer demand for a lot of these items," Ortega said The United States can't grow some of the products domestically it’s cheaper to import food than to grow it domestically though a small amount of coffee is grown in Hawaii "we don't grow enough coffee domestically to be able to meet consumer demand," he said "So those things that are facing 10% tariffs you will see the price go up," Ortega said He added that: "low-income households are affected the most since they spend a higher portion of their disposable income on food." Some retailers may still increase the price of a product even if the product itself wasn't subject to a tariff vice president and food insights lead for NielsenIQ Manufacturers have something called "industry price gap management," which is the comparison of the price of their product versus their competitor Even if you're a completely U.S.-based food product "if all your competitors' prices are going up because they're affected by a tariff.. a food product may have been made in the United States but the packaging or other ingredients to make the food may be imported 81% of consumers surveyed said they were somewhat familiar with the effect of tariffs on grocery prices and 73% believed the tariffs would impact the price of groceries The survey was conducted when tariff discussion was only surrounding Canada and Mexico and before the reciprocal tariffs were announced then paused and the hefty tariffs on China were implemented especially as the tariff policies have changed There is a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada unless they are products covered under an agreement called the United States-Mexico-Canada-Agreement (USMCA) and a 10% baseline tariff on all imported goods from other countries There is a 145% tariff on goods imported from China including those coming from Mexico and China and covered under the USMCA agreement But then the president backed off that decision saying the USCMCA-covered goods would not be tariffed there was a 90-day pause on any reciprocal tariffs beyond the 10% Some agricultural and food products are covered under the USMCA but it is difficult to distinguish which products are currently coming in with or without tariffs because there's an extra cost and hassle for importers to verify themselves under the USMCA And many are having to wait and see what other tariffs might happen "I think a lot of people just have no idea what is what is tariffed and what isn't tariffed," Costagli said The United States grows and produces a lot of food products and is a huge net surplus producer which means "we need to take that product out to the global markets We just produce too much of it," said Michael Swanson Chief Agricultural Economist at Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute We export about 15% of our poultry overseas and about 20% of our pork overseas that would have to stay in the domestic market and could actually depress prices," he said "So we might actually see pork and poultry prices come down as the market has to sell it in America first before they can reduce the supply on an ongoing basis," he said Consumers can try to save money by sticking to foods that are grown produced or manufactured in the United States – and there's a lot of them There will still be some things that they will have to pay more for if there is no substitution or if they're not willing to trade for a different product champagne from the Champagne region of France or Parmesan cheese that only comes from Parma But there are growers of parmesan cheese in Wisconsin and that product is cheaper than the Parma Consumers may consider other substitutions like trying bourbon from Kentucky instead of scotch from Scotland which could increase in price due to tariffs Study: Consumers worried about tariffs are pulling back on spending Here are some food products that could see price increases ◾Bananas: nearly all bananas consumed in the United States are imported (from countries like Guatemala ◾Coffee: Outside of Hawaii and Puerto Rico the United States does not grow much coffee Tariffs would hit virtually the entire supply – we import coffee from Brazil ◾Olive oil: The vast majority of olive oil consumed in the United States is imported but that is relatively negligible when you look at the full supply offers these tips to save on food costs with potential tariff increases: prices for chicken breasts and thighs may go up due to Chinese retaliatory tariffs on frozen chicken feet which threaten to cut off a $1.1 billion source of revenue for U.S spend an estimated $50 billion on placement and promotional fees to grocery chains all with the intention of swaying your purchasing decisions Wary of driving away customers with higher prices many manufacturers have taken to shrinking package contents “Healthy” foods include more than just fresh produce also referred to as “private-label brands,” are often produced in the same manufacturing facilities Sometimes sales can lure you into buying an item you don't need or paying a price that is too high 2025 7:14 PM EDTWith so many stories out there about stores closing their doors it's refreshing to see that some are expanding and have big plans to grow over the next few years Such is the case with one longtime grocery store chain which is sharing its plans to grow and open hundreds of new stores over the next several years The 2025 openings are part of a five-year growth schedule to add 800 stores by the end of 2028 As for the growth in 2025, the 225 stores that Aldi is opening this year will mark "the most stores Aldi will open in one year in its nearly 50-year U.S. history." The stores will open using a "combination of organic growth and converting select Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket stores to the Aldi format," according to a release the chain opened roughly 120 stores in 2024 and making Aldi the third-largest grocery chain in the U.S "Shoppers shouldn’t have to compromise on quality to save money, and at ALDI, they don't have to," Jason Hart, CEO of Aldi, said "We've built our reputation on delivering real value without cutting corners households and counting trusting our products and low prices we're growing rapidly from coast-to-coast." She's an award-winning reporter who covers sports and entertainment Consumers can activate offers in the PayPal app to earn cashback users will earn cashback when they pay contactless with the PayPal App at a range of Germany’s favorite stores2 More details will be announced in the coming weeks.  the benefits of digital payments in stores are becoming harder to ignore,” says Joerg Kablitz but we know that many consumers and businesses are ready for innovative alternatives Our App will make it easy and safe to pay with your phone in stores; it will give you more choice in how and when you pay; and even better – PayPal will help put money back in your pocket.”  Will Ferrell Reunites with PayPal to Show All the Ways You Can Pay at Checkout PayPal Doubles Down on Checkout and Pay Later with New Will Ferrell Campaign and Biggest Sweepstakes Ever Sign up to receive the latest news to your email Scientists have developed a method for storing quantum information in a single dimension Scientists have discovered how to use a quantum material to tap into the power of magnetism to store quantum information — thanks to its capacity to support magnetic switching (when the magnetic polarization switches direction). They say it can lead to more viable quantum computing and sensing thanks to much longer-lasting quantum states folded layers of pastry) thanks to its structure of just a few layers of atoms Scientists consider it extremely promising for quantum devices because many of its properties can be used for any type of information storage It can be used to store information using an electric charge through magnetism (through the electronic spin) and even via phonons — like vibrations from sound.One of the many ways in which chromium sulfide bromide could be used to store information is through excitons — quasi-particles that form when an electron and its hole become bound together When a photon is moved from its grounded energy state it effectively leaves behind a hole where it once was the photon and the hole remain paired together and become known as an exciton Previous research has highlighted how these excitons can sometimes form in a straight line in the material But these excitons also exhibit unusual magnetic properties At temperatures less than 132 Kelvin (-222 degrees F or -141 degrees C) the material's layers are magnetized and the electrons are aligned,while the direction of the magnetic field switches for each layer in the material When chromium sulfide bromide is warmed to more than 132 K the material loses its magnetization as the electrons can move in random directions the excitons are no longer trapped and extend over multiple layers of the material when chromium sulfide bromide is only a single atom thick the excitons are confined to a single dimension this restriction could allow quantum information in the excitons to be stored much longer than it would otherwise be as the excitons are less likely to collide with each other and lose the information they carry through decoherence (the loss of quantum information due to interference) scientists reported that they had produced excitons in chromium sulfide bromide by firing pulses of infrared light in 20 bursts lasting only 20 quadrillionths of a second (20 x 10-15) They then used a second infrared laser to nudge the excitons into a higher energy state before finding they had created two different variations of exciton when they should otherwise have had identical states of energy Get the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox When the less energetic pulses were shot by lasers from different axes the researchers discovered that the direction-dependent excitons could be confined to a single line or expanded into three dimensions The change from unidimensional; to three-dimensional excitons accounted for how long the excitons could last without colliding with each other professor of experimental and applied physics at the University of Regensburg —'Quantum memory breakthrough' may lead to a quantum internet One of the key areas the research team wants to pursue next is to investigate whether these excitons could be converted to magnetic excitations in the electronic spin of the material it could provide a useful method for converting quantum information between different subatomic particles (photons Switching between magnetized and non-magnetized states could provide a fast method for converting photon and spin-based quantum information The hope with chromium sulfide bromide is to harness all of its properties for use in future devices Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. World's first computer that combines human brain with silicon now available World's first operating system for quantum computers unveiled — it can be used to manage a future quantum internet Hårby Valkyrie: A 1,200-year-old gold Viking Age woman sporting a sword, shield and ponytail Epic plans to bring the game back after a major court ruling by Jay Peters so it was unclear how Epic might bring the game back to the US App Store until Sweeney’s post “We have conversed with Apple on the topic,” Sweeney said in an X post over the weekend. He noted that Epic created its Sweden account last year so it could launch the Epic Games Store and Fortnite in the EU. (That account was banned and reinstated in 2024 over another dispute.) Fortnite won’t be back on iOS on Monday or Tuesday, Sweeney said we’re working as hard as possible and aren’t certain what day it will be ready.” Epic Games spokesperson Natalie Munoz declined to comment Fortnite’s latest season, which is Star Wars-themed, kicked off last week. Update, May 5th: Epic Games declined to comment. Wendy's fans in some markets across the country can now make their favorite burger at home The fast food chain confirmed to USA TODAY on May 5 that their square patties are available in select grocery stores in two markets "Wendy's is pursuing opportunities to bring our fresh famous food to customers in new and exciting ways," a Wendy's spokesperson said in an emailed statement to USA TODAY on May 5 Colorado can pick up square patties at their local King Soopers or Kroger." "The product is a four-pack (1 pound) package of four-ounce square hamburger patties so Wendy’s fans can enjoy our fresh beef in our restaurants and at home – just in time for grilling season!" the company told USA TODAY It is unclear at this time whether this is a limited-time offer or if the company plans to expand the offering to other markets Wendy's did not immediately respond to a USA TODAY request for more information on its future plans More news: Blue Bell's tournament-winning ice flavor now back in stores Snackolator, a popular social media account that covers and reviews snacks and fast food items, posted about the Wendy's beef patties on Instagram on May 3 The post has nearly 12,000 likes and many comments from Wendy's fans who either approved or rejected the idea "Finally I can season my own Wendy's patties," one user commented "Now if they do the nuggets & spicy nuggets it's on lol" another user said a Wendy’s patty that can be served hot—this might be the first one ever!" a third user said "Ive been saying I think fast food and restaurants should have some sort of subscription box where you get cute swag and make your favorites at home Like imagine the social media content!!" another user commented Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com AutoZone opened a new Hagerstown-area store on Saturday off of Sharpsburg Pike south of Hagerstown This is AutoZone's fifth Hagerstown-area store The store is at 10301 Ezra Drive off of Sharpsburg Pike The AutoZone is part of The Shops at Sharpsburg Pike development according to a Washington County Planning Commission document Jones said the store will have about 10 employees In addition to selling automotive-related parts and supplies AutoZone provides services such as testing and changing batteries changing wipers and doing diagnostic testing on check engine lights AutoZone also delivers to commercial customers such as mechanics shops That service also will be coming to the new store which hopefully increases delivery times to commercial customers in the area Voting ends May 8: Which Hagerstown-area Mexican restaurant is your favorite? Vote for your fav in our poll Walmart opened its first Supercenter in four years last week simultaneously unveiling its first Store of the Future concept in the U.S brings in over 300 new jobs and features redesigned layouts The store also offers a broader assortment across key categories A full-service fuel station with eight pumps serving up to 16 vehicles A modern pharmacy with a health services room and a drive-thru Regional offerings such as a Hispanic bakery In early April, Walmart shared more details about its plan to remodel more than 650 stores across 47 states and Puerto Rico The refresh will follow the Store of the Future model showcased in Cypress Planned updates include bold signage and redesigned displays to better showcase merchandise; expanded departments and product selections; increased capacity for online pickup and delivery; and updated pharmacy layouts with wider aisles Related:SpartanNash opens fourth Hispanic grocery store in Nebraska Bill Wilson is the senior editor at Supermarket News He has been a journalist in the B2B industry for 25 years Boger awards for his work as a journalist in the infrastructure industry and has over 25 editorial awards total in his career He graduated cum laude from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with a major in broadcast communications Registered in England & Wales with number 01835199 Zachary Russell is the digital editor at Chain Store Age He has been with CSA’s parent company EnsembleIQ since 2021 first serving as associate editor at Store Brands he was a freelance reporter covering local news stories of all kinds for the Press & Guide and The News-Herald newspapers Zach graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in print and online Journalism in 2020 Connect with Zach on LinkedIn. Here are the major stories as reported by Chain Store Age which hosted dinner parties and summer concerts outside the shop Husband-and-wife team Dan and Alex Cordell opened shop in late 2017 filling the former carriage house behind the Golden Rule with a carefully curated selection of clothing They announced the shop's upcoming closure Monday morning on social media "It feels like heartbreak and the most hopeful decision we have made the decision to close the shop," the post reads Courtesy of Ace General Store | Facebook "It's strange how what we do becomes part of our identity," the post continues "This shop has held my heart from the moment I stepped food inside." details will be forthcoming on a final "Gathering of Friends" The shop's regular hours will continue until June 1 all items - excluding consignment - are on sale You'll see the little carriage house up on the hill," the post reads "You'll think of us and the shop and all the memories that not only hold meaning but so much love Owning this shop has been one of the greatest honors of my life." which features a swimming beach and splash pad in the venerable Farmers and and Mechanics Savings Bank building with criminal charges indicating the driver's actions were intentional The people whose attention Apple most wants to capture are the tech-savvy folks always excited to get a slate of new features to play with and it's often these people who are lining up to get a new iPhone on launch day 💰💸 Don’t miss the move: SIGN UP for TheStreet’s FREE Daily newsletter 💰💸 it's easy to see why so many people do get excited for new iPhones Apple is known for staying on the cutting edge of tech and the leaks about the upcoming iPhone 17 are no exception including a new iPhone Air to replace the current iPhone Plus and a rectangular "camera bar design" that could house larger camera modules it is exciting to consider what might come our way this September But while iPhone fans are waiting for this year's announcements Apple is already planning the launch of the iPhone 18 for 2026 and its plan could spell problems for those worried about the high costs of upgrading Apple CEO Tim Cook has some plans in store for next year's iPhones Image source: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images iPhone 18's rollout will be very differentLongtime Apple fans know that the company typically makes an annual announcement about its new phone models in the second week of September That said, the company is considering a new plan for 2026, according to new reporting from The Information sourced to "three people with knowledge of the matter." Apple plans to release the iPhone 18 Pro first in 2026 and hold off on releasing the basic model The report also says that Apple will test making its cheaper iPhone models in India A foldable model of the iPhone may also come out in fall of 2026 Part of this new strategy is about Apple buying time Since President Trump's tariffs announcement many businesses that rely heavily on China for manufacturing have been worried about what the changes will mean for them.  Apple would be heavily impacted by these changes as at the time Trump's administration announced them China accounted for around 80% of Apple's production capacity the phones were made by Apple partner Foxconn On May 2 during the company's earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that Apple would be shifting the production of all its U.S while it will turn to Vietnam for "almost all iPad and AirPods products sold in the U.S." While President Trump's administration announced on April 12 that his tariffs would exempt smartphones and some other devices from reciprocal tariffs major tech companies have continued to move manufacturing out of China And that's not a new thing on the whole because many were working on a China exit before the tariffs were announced IBM was one of the companies to pull out of China in 2024 after 32 years Microsoft also shuttered its Chinese operations with joint venture Wicresoft as of April 8 And Dell is yet another tech company that's been working on pulling away from China for years announcing in 2023 that it would phase out Chinese-made chips by 2024 While Trump said in an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker that Chinese tariffs "will eventually be lowered," no specifics were offered as to when that might happen "...Otherwise you could never do business with them,” Trump said in the interview “They want to do business very much … their economy is collapsing.” Want TheStreet’s best daily stock and investing news right in your inbox every weekday? 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Reporting by Mike Scarcella; Editing by Nia Williams and Chizu Nomiyama DETROIT – Gardner White plans to open a GW Home-branded store in downtown Detroit on June 6 at 10 a.m The plans to open the new store were first announced in February The brick-and-mortar location will open at 1201 Woodward Ave. directly across from Hudson’s Detroit and will occupy 3 stories totaling approximately 15,000 sq GW Home is a new concept for the 112-year-old furniture and mattress retailer The Warren-based company will feature a line-up of local artist collaborations and brand partnerships that will offer a curated selection of stylish furniture it’s an experience where design and local artistry come together to create homes that are as unique as the people who live in them,” said Rachel Stewart GW HOME will showcase premium brands including Bernhardt and a dynamic collection of high-quality furnishings and locally sourced pieces reflective of the brand’s commitment to both style and community The company is planning a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a weekend opening celebration. You can see the countdown here. Copyright 2025 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Careers at WDIV Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 ClickOnDetroit.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Apple today filed a notice of appeal with the U.S in the hopes that the Cupertino company might be able to walk back changes that have required it to allow developers to add links to external payment methods to apps Apple was handed a scathing order to immediately walk back all of its anti-steering policies in the United States Apple was found to be in violation of a 2021 injunction that required it to let developers direct customers to third-party purchase options outside of apps The order initially came from the Apple vs. ‌Epic Games‌ lawsuit that primarily went in Apple's favor. Apple was found not to have a monopoly and largely won the case, but part of the ruling forced Apple to change some of its App Store rules but it only allowed developers a single link to an external website in apps and Apple also collected a 12 to 27 percent fee from purchases made on a website through an app The judge was not at all happy with how Apple decided to comply with the order, and in her ruling, she said that Apple picked the most anticompetitive option at every turn. As a result, she provided Apple with a detailed list of tweaks to make, and ordered Apple to implement them immediately "Apple's continued attempts to interfere with competition will not be tolerated," read the order Apple changed its App Store rules last Thursday Apple cannot prevent developers from adding links or buttons that direct customers to make purchases outside of the ‌App Store‌ nor can it dictate how those buttons or links look Apple also can't collect any fees for purchases made using external links in apps Apple said that it strongly disagrees with the decision but Apple was not able to hold off on implementing the new rules during the appeals process developers are able to direct customers to websites to make purchases as of now Spotify, Patreon and others have already submitted app updates with links to make purchases on the web Except for confirming Apple's plan to appeal so it's not yet clear what arguments Apple will present to try to convince the appeals court that the judge overseeing the case made a mistake Apple will need to submit a brief with its legal argument then ‌Epic Games‌ will have a chance to respond after which Apple will be able to file a second brief so we are looking at several more months before a final decision is made Get weekly top MacRumors stories in your inbox Apple Intelligence is what Apple is calling its artificial intelligence feature set If you're experiencing issues with iPhone Mirroring follow these steps to get it working again Apple's annual developer conference where it will unveil iOS 19 New M4-generation chips and additional upgrades Apple's next-generation iPhone models with a new "Air" or "Slim" model replacing the current Plus model MacRumors attracts a broad audience of both consumers and professionals interested in the latest technologies and products We also boast an active community focused on purchasing decisions and technical aspects of the iPhone has acquired a former Speedway location in Whiteville "We're excited to bring this store back to life and reintroduce it to the community," said Ed Bitondo and we look forward to serving Whiteville with the experience and values our guests know and trust." Minuteman Food Mart was established in 1976 Each location is created for customers' convenience offering quality gasoline as well as clean stores and friendly sales associates The chain offers a broad selection of snacks and grocery items along with a wide variety of cold and hot beverages Members help make our journalism possible. Become a CSP member today and unlock exclusive benefits, including unlimited access to all of our content. 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The brand shared details of the build via an Instagram reel The 3D standalone store features textured concrete walls. There are also shaded drive-thru lanes and a walk-up window. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Starbucks (@starbucks) Adeola Olubamiji, Ph.D., CEO of Pathfinder Consulting, and an expert in printing technologies, spoke with TODAY about the new store “This technology combines the semi-solid with a polymer so that each layer adheres to the next layer due to the polymer that connects them According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation the estimated cost for crafting the 3D building totaled $1,198,000 The building is 1,400 square feet in total 3D printing can be a viable option for Starbucks when it comes to building construction It offers advantages such as faster construction times and potential use of more sustainable materials.  the new location does not contain the indoor cafe feel that customers have come to rely on Customers typically regard their neighborhood Starbucks as a friendly The interior cafe gives the coffee chain a distinct identity separate from its grab-and-go competitors Allowing customers to linger allows the retailer to rack up more sales Customers tend to purchase more products the longer they remain in-store CEO and Chairman Brian Niccol wrote in 2024 “We’re committed to elevating the in-store experience — ensuring our spaces reflect the sights Our stores will be inviting places to linger and a clear distinction between ‘to-go’ and ‘for-here’ service.” certifying that over 6,000 stores worldwide focus on energy efficiency In its commitment to sustainable coffee sourcing, Starbucks has expanded its network of coffee innovation farms adding new locations in Guatemala and Costa Rica These farms focus on developing climate-resilient coffee varieties and sharing best practices with farmers to ensure a sustainable future for coffee production Retail industry’s premier source for news, analysis, and discussion. Lost your password? Don't have an account yet? Sign up Shoppers walk through the aisle of an Aldi grocery store on May 2 The discount grocery chain plans to add 225 new stores in the U.S in 2025 as part of a five-year growth plan to add 800 stores by the end of 2028 (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)Getty Images .st1{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;fill:#2a2a2a}By Joel Odom | The Oregonian/OregonLiveA grocery store chain popular on the East Coast and in the Midwest is looking to move into more western markets as it plans to open hundreds of new stores in the next few years Aldi a budget-friendly chain that already boasts more than 2,500 stores in the United States wants to open 225 stores in 2025 and a total of 800 from 2024-28 Las Vegas is the latest western U.S. city where Aldi is trying to make inroads. The company opened two stores in the Las Vegas area in late April with a third set to open later this month and a fourth expected by the end of the year The new stores in Las Vegas “mark a milestone for ALDI as it deepens its presence in the western U.S.,” the company said in a news release but there are 109 in California and a dozen in Arizona Aldi has stores in 39 states and Washington and says it is the fastest-growing grocer in the country It has more than 200 stores in Florida and Illinois Aldi said it would “grow its presence in the West with more stores in Southern California and Arizona No word on when or whether Aldi might venture into the Northwest “We do not have any information to share on a future Aldi development coming to the state of Oregon,” a company spokesperson told The Oregonian/OregonLive last month Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, (updated 8/1/2024) and acknowledgement of our Privacy Policy, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 1/1/2025) © 2025 Advance Local Media LLC. All rights reserved (About Us) The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Advance Local Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site YouTube's privacy policy is available here and YouTube's terms of service is available here Ad Choices is set to feature condos and a luxury hotel when it opens in 2027 Hudson’s Detroit broke ground in 2017 at the former site of the historic J.L known for its high-end athletic and athleisurewear and accessories is expected to open its downtown location this summer Its only other Michigan location is at Somerset Collection Mall in Troy [READ MORE: Alo Yoga takes ‘sanctuary’ at Mall of America] "Detroit is brimming with purpose and Alo's dedication to wellness and community complements the city's vibrancy and growth,” said Naumann Idrees Bedrock’s senior VP of leasing in a statement on LinkedIn “As the inaugural retail tenant at Hudson's Detroit we welcome Alo and embrace this as a significant moment for the city." Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Beverly Hills Alo currently operates 71 locations worldwide is building on a collaboration it launched with Uber in February 2025 Beginning Monday, May 5, 2025, the online floral gift retailer is delivering floral arrangements and gifts via the Uber Eats subsidiary of Uber. Timed for the upcoming Mother’s Day holiday the new partnership follows the launch of a recent Valentine’s Day-timed agreement enabling members of 1-800-Flowers.com’s BloomNet network of local florists to seamlessly tap into the delivery technology and network of the Uber Direct white-label delivery network during peak holiday rushes [READ MORE: 1-800-Flowers BloomNet network offers extra delivery capacity via Uber] the companies expect more than 500 1-800-Flowers.com locations will provide delivery via the Uber Eats app “We’re always looking for new ways to deliver smiles and this expanded partnership with Uber Eats helps us do just that,” said Jon Feldman president of BloomNet at 1-800-Flowers.com we're excited to make it even easier for people to celebrate the important women in their lives with beautiful high-quality arrangements delivered quickly and reliably.” The process for customers to order 1-800-Flowers.com delivery through Uber Eats works as follows: "Whether you're planning ahead or sending something special last-minute Uber Eats is here to make meaningful gifting easier than ever," said Hashim Amin "We’re thrilled to build on our existing relationship with 1-800-Flowers and offer even more ways for customers to show they care - starting with this Mother’s Day." and renovations are among the changes arriving at Westfield Montgomery in time for spring and summer has announced the arrival of two renowned national fashion brands Children’s apparel retailer Janie & Jack will relocate to a new space across the hall to accommodate a new retailer that will be announced soon. Shortly after, Uniqlo will make its debut at Westfield Montgomery and skincare service Below Zero Swiss Science will open its doors apparel and accessories retailer Garage will open a store at the center Quick-serve restaurant chains Thai Express and Subway will also join the shopping center’s list of tenants while upscale restaurants Shiki Fusion and Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings will open within the mall’s Dining Terrace.  AMC Theatres marked the completion of their renovations to 16 auditoriums within their location at the mall The upgrades include the brand new premium large format experience and 15 traditional auditoriums featuring spacious The renovation also now presents upgraded food and beverage menus and tech-advanced ticketing and concession ordering kiosks [READ MORE: URW bolsters in-house media division] "We're thrilled to announce the addition of several new tenants in 2025 marking the beginning of a series of exciting changes for Westfield Montgomery," said Jason Dyer "We are excited to expand our offerings and provide our shoppers with unique experiences including two highly sought-after fashion brands consumers plan to celebrate Mother’s Day this year but more than half plan to keep their spending modest Of the 74% who will celebrate the moms in their lives on Sunday nearly six-in-10 (58%) plan to spend between $25-100 on the holiday The most popular plans for Mother’s Day this year include gathering with family and friends (41%) cooking or baking at home (22%) and grilling or barbecuing (17%) Numerator found that Mother’s Day celebrators plan to buy their supplies at big box stores (35%) local shoppers/small businesses (22%) and restaurants the most likely purchases are flowers or plants (52%) [READ MORE: Survey: Flowers, greeting cards, gift cards top Mother's Day shopping lists] A recent estimate from the National Retail Federation revealed that total Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach $34.1 billion this year The amount is up from last year’s $33.5 billion and follows closely behind the record of $35.7 billion in 2023 Additional insights from Numerator include the following:  California’s largest shopping center has added new tenants in time for spring and summer Orange County’s South Coast Plaza has welcomed several new luxury retail tenants as well as eateries to its mix the shopping center debuted nearly 40 new boutiques and is currently on track to outpace that number "This spring is an exciting time of growth at South Coast Plaza," said Debra Gunn Downing executive director of marketing at South Coast Plaza new boutiques and dining experiences continue to further elevate the experience for our shoppers and tell the story of Southern California's premier shopping destination." [READ MORE: South Coast Plaza adds new luxury apparel tenants] New tenants that have just opened at South Coast Plaza include: Other arrivals debuting later this spring/summer include Ami Paris and Guerlain as well as new stores for Gianvito Rossi along with new concepts for Bottega Veneta South Coast Plaza is home to more than 280 retail stores and restaurants The world’s largest cosmetics company is significantly enhancing online marketing performance of one of its brands L’Oreal is utilizing the AI-based Appier Ad Cloud and Personalization Cloud solutions and partnering with media services provider Omnicom Media Group to strategically identify and engage high-value customer segments.  The company leverages the advanced segmentation behavioral analysis and time-sensitive offers enabled by Ad Cloud to strategically identify and engage high-value customer segments L’Oreal uses the smart conversion optimizer within the Personalization Cloud to target hesitant customers with personalized incentives that have been reported to lift coupon performance while protecting profit margins L'Oreal further supported these capabilities with data-informed promotional strategies scaling back incentives during high-demand periods and increasing engagement in quieter seasons to sustain conversion momentum this strategic modulation of campaign intensity has helped strike a balance between growth and profitability Since L'Oréal launched this program to improve the online marketing performance of the SkinCeuticals site it says it has achieved a 152% quarter-over-quarter increase in return on ad spend a 400% uplift in conversion rate among hesitant visitors "Appier helped us accelerate AI transformation in advertising and marketing boosting revenue while improving operational effectiveness," said Maggie Hui SkinCeuticals & Kérastase e-commerce manager at L'Oréal "From behavior-triggered campaigns and time-sensitive offers to advanced segmentation and seamless user experiences Appier's technology played a crucial role in turning data insights into action." [READ MORE: L’Oreal developing sustainable cosmetics generative AI model with IBM] Robbie Caponetto; Stylist: Mary Beth Wetzel Gardner White has set an opening date for its newest store in downtown Detroit GW Home is a new brand concept for the 112-year-old furniture and mattress retailer The Warren-based company said the store will feature a line-up of local artist collaborations and brand partnerships that will offer "a curated shopping experience of stylish furniture Gardner White has partnered with Detroit-based ArtClvb to select a diverse rotating collection of original art by local artists paintings and photographs that will displayed and available for purchase in the store and online a Cranbrook Academy of Art graduate; Andre Sandifer a designer and craftsman; and Claire Thibodeau assistant professor and section lead of ceramics at the College for Creative Studies “ArtClvb is thrilled to collaborate with GW HOME and bring amazing local artists into everyday living spaces,” said Dorota Coy “This partnership is about more than showcasing art — it’s about making original local artwork accessible to more people while championing the artists who shape the city’s cultural identity.” GW HOME will feature furniture upholstered by Bloomfield Hills-based Crypton Fabric Gardner White announced that it would be open GW HOME the company's 14th location in Michigan and its return to downtown Detroit The store will occupy 15,000 square feet across three stories of a Bedrock-owned building across the street from Hudson's Detroit — Police are search for suspects from a shooting Monday afternoon on the city's northeast side to the area of North Clinton Avenue and Borchard Street He was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital with what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries Investigators determined the shooting took place in a cut behind a corner store in the area Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or Crime Stoppers at 423-9300 Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Make sure your cheese can breathe when you wrap it by avoiding plastic wrap Don't ditch that half-eaten block of cheese you can keep any variety of cheese fresh and delicious for days and even weeks To keep cheese tasting as good as the day you bought it These methods can starve cheese of the air it needs to breathe and leave it tasting stale along with ruining the texture If you want your cheese to taste as good as the day you first sliced it it's time to store it like the pros do "Cheese is a preserved product," Montez said. "It's high in acid and salt and has a lot of the water removed compared to milk. So it's rare that you would ever have to throw out a piece of cheese." Cheese, in other words, is built to last; ergo, an investment worth having. here's what you need to know about cheese to understand its aging potential and how to best cut and store your fancy cheese so you never have to throw it away.  A little extra mold on your cheese should not deter you from hanging onto it Just scrape it off with a knife and carry on.  Certain cheeses, like blue cheese, wear their mold more proudly than others, but it may be helpful to think of cheese as the controlled decay of milk and know that there's pretty much always mold involved regardless. The snowy-white rind of brie and other bloomy-rind cheeses are a type of mold as is the mottled outer surface of a firmer cheese like Gruyere you already inherently understand that not all microbes are bad Read more: There's a Lot of Fake Parmesan Cheese Out There. Here's How to Tell Cut your cheese so it's easier to wrap Precise cuts that leave flat surfaces make it easier to wrap your cheese so it doesn't spoil.  How you store your cheese is going to have the biggest impact on its longevity -- but how when and what you cut it with can also play a part in its ongoing flavor and texture success Precise cuts that leave flat surfaces make it easier to wrap in the most effective manner and keeping the cheese whole for as long as possible is also helpful to its longevity.  "Minimizing the surface area (exposed to air) is going to prevent cheese from drying out or getting moldy," says Montez if you're going to prep cheese ahead of time for a party the longer you can leave it as a whole piece the better," or if you're a habitual meal-prepper resist the urge to cut up a whole chunk of cheese for easier access These are really good for leaving as much of the rind intact on bloomy rind and other soft cheeses as you can." There is specialty cheese paper you can buy but butcher or parchment paper will work just as well.  One of the two main goals when wrapping and storing cheese is to allow a little bit of airflow so that your fancy cheese can still breathe "The main idea here is you don't want to wrap it in plastic," says Montez "There are a lot of active microorganisms in cheese and you want to keep them alive by the time you're going to eat it."  was the wedge of precut cheese you bought from the grocer or cheese store wrapped in plastic "It's mostly for display purposes," says Montez since you're not likely to buy what you can't see "There are cheese shops where they exclusively wrap in paper If you're a big shop that moves a lot of product it's not a problem if you know if the cheese is wrapped in plastic for a couple of days butcher paper or whatever you have is good." Formaticum makes excellent cheese storage bags and wrapping paper Cheese you intend to consume within a couple of days doesn't necessarily even need refrigeration And real Parmigiano Reggiano never needs to see the inside of your fridge.  "What you're really trying to accomplish when you store cheese is keeping the cold air from the refrigerator from blowing on it, because that's going to cause it to dry out more quickly," says Montez. Wrapped cheeses should either go into a drawer within your fridge into a corner where the fan doesn't entirely reach or even in a small container with the lid cracked to keep air circulation available Cheese is a living organism -- wrapping it up in plastic kills those good microorganisms you want to keep propagating before you eat your wedge. Instead, package your cheese so that it has some airflow. Not at all. You can scrape the mold off the top layer, and the rest of the cheese is perfectly safe for consumption. Cheese is a living organism, and it's an ecosystem composed of many microbes. It's normal for mold to grow on the surface from time to time. Greg Sleter is the executive editor/associate publisher of Store Brands. Greg’s career dates back to the early 90s and for more than 20 years, Greg has been immersed in covering various segments of retail ranging from private label, to housewares and home goods, and the ever-changing business as a whole. His career began before Amazon sold its first book and Kmart and Sears were major players. Greg has also been at the forefront of the digital revolution within journalism, having worked for AOL’s Patch division and Newsday.com. At each, he was a leading voice in developing new ways to deliver news and use social media to engage with readers. A New York native now living in Pennsylvania, Greg is an avid sports fan and a devotee of international football, better known as soccer to you Americans.  SpartanNash has opened its fourth store under the Supermercado Nuestra Familia banner The store at 5101 Harrison St. was previously a Family Fare and the transition is a continuation of the company’s commitment to providing a tailored shopping experience that reflects the tastes and traditions of South Omaha’s Hispanic community Along with the product selections offered in the previous Family Fare store the updated location now features tortillas made fresh in-store and a broader assortment of authentic Hispanic produce “Our Supermercado Nuestra Familia stores offer an abundance of handmade Hispanic foods, plus the convenience of a one-stop shop for grocery staples, and I’m excited to further invest in this banner as part of our retail portfolio,” said Djouma Barry, senior vice president and chief retail officer with SpartanNash “With four locations in the Omaha community we are proud to build on our legacy by introducing even more store guests to everything Supermercado Nuestra Familia has to offer.” Serving the Nebraska and Iowa communities since 2013 Supermercado Nuestra Familia specializes in Hispanic foods Meat is trimmed fresh daily in the full-service carnicería.  Shoppers can also find freshly made corn and flour tortillas in the tortillería often still warm as they go into shoppers’ carts “Supermercado Nuestra Familia is deeply rooted in our neighborhoods and proudly supports community events such as Cinco de Mayo Omaha and Fiestas Patrias Omaha,” said Jerry Duncan “Our entire team is honored to carry forward the tradition of neighborhood service while offering guests even more reasons to shop locally.” a longstanding nonprofit serving the Destin community since 1987 announced Monday the permanent closure of its thrift store and temporary suspension of food pantry services at its 300 Mountain Drive location Harvest House has provided essential services to individuals and families in need throughout Destin and neighboring communities,” said Jason Belcher which has been a vital funding source for the organization’s charitable programs “Harvest House remains committed to its mission of serving the community and is in the process of securing a new permanent location,” Belcher said Harvest House has distributed over 343,307 bags of groceries to more than 114,367 working families and individuals in the Destin area The nonprofit has played a crucial role in the social safety net of the coastal community for 38 years.  The organization is asking supporters to follow their social media accounts and website for updates regarding the resumption of food pantry services and progress toward securing a new permanent location For updates and more information, individuals can visit the organization’s website here or contact them at 850-837-2277 Join the best local newsletter read by thousands of locals each weekday morning The initial 2021 ruling attempting to loosen Apple’s grip on in-app sales was all but ignored as the company went to great lengths in attempting to circumvent the decision There is every chance that this legal battle could continue for years as Apple continues to defend one of its prime revenue streams and insist on its authority to take a commission from any transactions originating in apps from the App Store — Two people were hurt in a shooting at an Edenton The post reads that two people were taken to ECU Health Chowan Hospital No other details were provided about the severity of injuries Police said suspects had been "detained," but there was no word on any charges "All resources at the Town’s disposal have been deployed to the scene," the post said "Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues." More stories from Northeast North Carolina Show Breaking News BarCloseLocal NewsAhmed Humble Bill Barajas HOUSTON – Some burglars got more than they bargained for when they smashed into a gun store in northwest Houston only to be shot at by the overnight security guard the weapon stays on 24/7.” said George Abrego SEE ALSO: Bar, restaurant burglaries caught on camera across Harris County According to Abrego, some unidentified burglars smashed their truck into the store located on Mitchelledale Street and Fairway Park Drive. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HTX TACTICAL (@htxtacticaltv) Abrego said his overnight security guard shot at the truck’s rear window just before they took off “When are ya’ll gonna learn you will be met with force we have 24/7 armed security,” HTX Tactical said on their Instagram post “As you can see the truck doesn’t have a back window no more and holes in it!” In a text message with KPRC 2’s Ahmed Humble Abrego noted that while he’s relieved the matter was resolved quickly the burglars left behind about $6K worth of damage ALSO UNDER INVESTIGATION: Chipotle, Black Bear Diner in NW Harris County were broken into, search underway for perpetrators Abrego told KPRC 2 even if the burglars had successfully got inside “All our weapons get locked up at night in safes Abrego filed a police report with the Houston police department and is asking anyone with information on the attempted burglary to call and report it Before you "PRESS START" to your day get ahead of the game with our morning newsletter Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved expert on "The Simpsons," amateur photographer film & tv reviewer and race/religious identity scholar Joined KPRC 2 in Spring 2024 but has been featured in various online newspapers and in the Journal of South Texas' Fall 2019 issue TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Meet the Team Careers at KPRC Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HTX TACTICAL (@htxtacticaltv) A new lawsuit by app developer Pure Sweat Basketball and on behalf of as many as 100,000 other developers was filed on Friday against iPhone maker Apple The lawsuit claims that Apple needs to return hundreds of millions of dollars to devs who say they ended up paying higher commissions to Apple over the last year in defiance of a court order to allow app developers to use their own processing solutions in preference to Apple's payment system "It appears as though Apple has been caught red-handed blatantly seeking to undercut the law," said Steve Berman, managing partner of the legal firm Hagens Berman, which is representing Pure Sweat, in a statement "We believe app developers deserve a fair market to promote and sell their products and the world's largest corporation doesn't get to bully them out of this billion-dollar revenue stream." Apple charges app developers fees of up to 30% per transaction to use its payment systems which is the only system developers have been allowed to use A previous lawsuit resulted in a ruling by US District Judge Yvonne Gonzales Rogers which said that Apple wilfully violated her injunction in the case against Apple by Epic Games ending up charging developers a new 27% fee when they use a third-party system Apple has denied violating the ruling and filed a notice of appeal on Monday "Apple's scheme worked as planned," says the lawsuit "Although the injunction has been in 'effect' for over 15 months Apple has been able to identify only 34 developers who have even applied to offer linked-out payments through their apps This represents an infinitesimal 0.025% of the 136,000 developers who offer apps through the App Store." This isn't the only lawsuit Hagens Berman is handling against the tech giant, either, as it also represents consumers accusing Apple of monopolizing the smartphone market Sign up for our free newsletter for the Latest coverage If you've dined at Texas Roadhouse, whether you got your favorite juicy steak or fall-off-the-bone ribs, you know what comes first: a platter of unreasonably delicious fresh, steaming rolls served with a delectable honey cinnamon butter you can get your hands on the restaurant's retail version of the tasty condiment has started selling its own version of the cinnamon honey butter too If you're wondering how the two measure up to expectations — and to one another — we've tried both the Texas Roadhouse and bettergoods versions to compare taste After all this taste testing and toast testing Read on to find out which of these two sweet-and-salty spreads really blew us away It's important to keep in mind the language used on this item's packaging The Texas Roadhouse whipped buttery spread is just that — a spread it allows for much easier spreading and a softer more malleable texture This made it easier to scoop out of the container and I had no problem spreading it on toast as well The flavor of this spread certainly maintained that buttery saltiness both the sweetness from the honey and the touch of warmth cinnamon usually provides were mild and rather underwhelming and the flecks of cinnamon were not overly abundant Except for the whipped texture and marks from the spread being piped into the container This spread had a bit of a greasy aftertaste that lingered on the tongue in an oily but it was certainly noticeable and somewhat unpleasant If I had gone into this purchase expecting the same rich sweet flavors of the in-restaurant condiment it was the easier of the two to spread on toast with a far smoother texture compared to the bettergoods version The bettergoods cinnamon honey butter was a flavor explosion The real butter base was the tiniest bit salty and didn't lose any of its classic buttery richness to the sweeter ingredients but I only noticed that when I was trying the butter on its own any texture from the plentiful cinnamon was completely enveloped by the toasted bread This butter was sweet and creamy. The honey, molasses, and cinnamon really shine, and each bite is balanced. When I spread it on toast I was really reminded of those beloved classic cinnamon-and-sugar toasts I made as a kid This spread was definitely more of a tan color from all of the cinnamon and the touch of molasses included in the recipe and you could certainly see the abundant flecks of cinnamon in the mixture There was no aftertaste that lingered more than one would expect and certainly no film left behind in the mouth An interesting perk of this butter was the way the flavor developed as it melted from the cool rich butter to the warm and sweet cinnamon honey flavors but the shallow shape of the container allowed for layers to be shaved off the top for easy melting and minimal damage to the toast Both the bettergoods and Texas Roadhouse spreads are available at most Walmart locations across the country and the prices remain the same regardless of whether they are being sold in New York City or Iowa City There is a note on the website that the listed price is specifically for online purchase (pickup or delivery) so in-store prices could be subject to a bit of variation Be sure to check on the Walmart website (and add your zip code to check availability at your specific location) before heading there as availability is not guaranteed across the board the Texas Roadhouse option was $3.48 for 7.35 ounces while the bettergoods butter is $2.56 for 3.7 ounces This makes the Texas Roadhouse spread about $0.47 per ounce and the bettergoods about $0.69 per ounce The Texas Roadhouse may be cheaper per ounce For a backyard barbecue or family dinner where you expect to really be moving through the buttery spread the Texas Roadhouse could be the better option for general use the bettergoods butter is simply better so I wasn't expecting either to be very calorie friendly to discover that not only is the Texas Roadhouse buttery spread 70% vegetable oil This version is loaded with oils like palm and soybean as well as preservatives like potassium sorbate and calcium disodium EDTA plus artificial colors and vague references to natural flavors From an item that has the expected ingredients in the title I was disappointed to flip the package and read this list The bettergoods butter is simply that: butter mixed with confectioners' sugar This brief list of real food ingredients had me breathing a sigh of relief that not all grocery store food items are laden with chemicals and preservatives to extend their shelf life toward immortality and draw them further away from actual foods we recognize This simplicity showed in the taste and texture for better (as far as taste) and for worse (as far as the slight graininess) Both spreads have 60 calories per tablespoon while the Texas Roadhouse has 8 grams of fat per serving and the bettergoods has 4.5 grams Texas Roadhouse's butter has more sodium and less carbs than bettergoods' I am 100% recommending the bettergoods cinnamon honey butter over the Texas Roadhouse spread the bettergoods option is more expensive per ounce but for countless completely justified and valid reasons And unless your main and only goal is to maximize quantity of spread over quality of taste or ingredients I don't see a reason to even purchase the Texas Roadhouse version This is not only because of the overall lack of flavor or the weird filmy aftertaste even if it had measured up to bettergoods in those categories the fact that it's 0% butter is super irksome and will always land it in last place I started by trying a small portion of the bettergoods butter I tried each of them straight-up and took notes on the taste as well as the relative texture versus overall smoothness and whether there were any aftertastes/developments in the flavor after melting I also tried each one on half of a piece of toast to see if the quality or overall experience was altered in a more natural eating context I didn't even end up finishing the toast with the Texas Roadhouse spread knowing that it was primarily vegetable oil was a big turn-off We 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such a system They say the state already has a solid regulatory framework around medical cannabis and using a state-store model would result in unnecessary complications Critics also say such a system could potentially lead to criminal liability since state employees at these stores would be breaking federal law by selling cannabis The bill was approved 14-12 by the chamber’s Health Committee on Monday with some GOP members objecting to the limited amount of time they had to review a nearly 200-page bill The legislation’s language was introduced on Sunday for holding several hearings on cannabis legalization last session But she expressed disappointment that Democrats would rush through a bill on such an important topic A GOP-led effort to table the bill until a hearing could be held on its merits failed along party lines It’s important for lawmakers to weigh cannabis legalization as the June 30 budget deadline approaches, Krajewski told Spotlight PA before the vote, as hundreds of millions of dollars in potential revenue could go toward mass transit and other funding needs “It should be a priority for budget negotiations,” Krajewski said The full state House is expected to vote on the legislation on Wednesday it will be sent to the Republican-controlled state Senate for consideration who supports legalizing recreational cannabis through medical dispensaries doesn’t think there are enough votes in the upper chamber to get the state store model to Democratic Gov “I think that the Senate will make changes,” Street told Spotlight PA this could end up being a vehicle that ends the prohibition on cannabis and gets an adult-use bill to the governor's desk.” Frankel said he hopes the GOP-controlled state Senate “will engage with us and have a discussion.” He told Spotlight PA the bill embodies the values of his committee and addresses his major concerns surrounding public health and we laid it out there the way we think it ought to be best addressed,” he said State Senate Republicans in key positions either do not support legalizing cannabis or have expressed serious reservations one former GOP lawmaker previously told Spotlight PA that he doesn’t think the opposition is “hardcore.” In his opinion the “lynchpin” of where they will fall on the issue “is going to be economics.” While there’s more support for legalization among Democrats Like Street, state Rep. Emily Kinkead (D., Allegheny) supports legalizing adult-use cannabis within the state’s existing framework. She’s seeking support for a bill that would regulate medical and recreational cannabis sellers under an independent board that would be appointed by the legislature and governor Kinkead said medical operators would not be able to open new locations but could expand into recreational sales at existing locations Most of the new licenses to sell or grow cannabis would go to social equity applicants — those who were most impacted by the war on drugs The revenue from sales and licensing would go toward grants for community development and agricultural innovation funding for public defenders and law enforcement Kinkead says her goal is to “have a conversation about all the ways we can do this.” She worries that if lawmakers embrace state stores they would be “opening up a can of worms that nobody else has ever experienced before.” “Every state that has legalized to this point has done it through private industry so we wouldn’t be getting into a completely new model and running into completely new pitfalls,” Kinkead told Spotlight PA “We can learn from other states about what worked and what didn’t to ensure that we’re doing this the right way.” Kinkead’s legislation has a Republican co-sponsor — state Rep Meredith Buettner, executive director of Pennsylvania Cannabis Coalition, a trade organization representing medical cannabis permit holders, said she was “disappointed to not see robust inclusion of the existing market in the bill.” Her group and other pro-cannabis interests spent $1.6 million in 2024 to lobby lawmakers she sees the bill’s passage as a step in the right direction “We'll see as the process moves forward,” Buettner told Spotlight PA “I think the Senate has been pretty clear that they're not interested in doing a state store bill.” Frankel and Krajewski’s bill would create an unspecified number of licenses for entrepreneurs to grow and cultivate cannabis and to allow for small-scale on-site consumption at locations like coffee shops and lounges would go to “social and economic equity” applicants including individuals who have a cannabis arrest or conviction and people who live in communities harmed by cannabis criminalization The bill would also create a grant and loan program for these applicants and licensees Cherron Perry-Thomas is the director of social impact for the Diasporic Alliance for Cannabis Opportunities a nonprofit that helps Black communities gain access to the cannabis industry She said the bill does not “center folks who have been impacted” or local entrepreneurs who could benefit from the emerging industry We grant elected officials extraordinary power when we give them our vote which means we must demand extraordinary accountability once they are in office That’s why Spotlight PA’s reporting is more important than ever with no political agenda or opinion pieces allowing us to prioritize investigative and public-service journalism that gets results If you’re looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in these uncertain times I can’t think of a better investment than Spotlight PA’s truthful trusted reporting for Pennsylvania — journalism that gets real results Your tax-deductible support of any amount will ensure our vital work can continue Sign up for PA Post to understand what's happening across PA - in less than five minutes a day © 2025 Spotlight PA. This site is powered by Netlify This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Va.-7th District, spent $38,783 via two March campaign donations to a Miami-area bookstore that hosted his brother’s book promotion efforts, labeling the expenditures a “fundraising expense,” according to campaign finance data from the Federal Election Commission the Vindman campaign initiated two payments to the Coral Gables location of Books and Books on March 7 and 20 – worth $7,809.55 and $30,972.97 a retired Army lieutenant colonel and a key whistleblower in President Trump’s first impeachment “The Folly of Realism,” at the store’s Coral Gables location on March 9 The book criticizes Western policy toward Russian expansionism and lends insight into the containment thereof The book was released Feb. 25 at a market price of $30 and briefly appeared on the New York Times’ hardcover nonfiction bestseller list for the week ending March 16. The list typically requires a minimum of 5,000 copies sold per week, according to Novlr a writing and publishing advisory platform Alexander Vindman posted images of himself at the Coral Gables store on X twice saying he had signed an additional 800 copies on the latter date The New York Post first reported the campaign expenditures and corresponding bookstore events A spokeswoman for Vindman declined InsideNoVa’s request for comment on this story The National Republican Congressional Committee ripped the campaign expenditure calling it an effort to “prop up Alexander Vindman’s book.” “Eugene Vindman is a grifter,” committee spokeswoman Maureen O’Toole said in the statement “ … and is now refusing to apologize to Virginians and the donors he swindled.” Vindman won Virginia’s 7th Congressional District seat last November with 51.2% of the vote defeating Republican Derrick Anderson and laying claim to Rep Spanberger did not seek reelection in order to run for governor includes eastern Prince William County as well as all of Stafford King George and Caroline counties; the city of Fredericksburg and a small portion of northern Albemarle County This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area.