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fromTasting Table
19 hours ago

10 Most Beloved Regional Grocery Chains Around The US - Tasting Table

H-E-B is America's best grocery chain, with a loyal following and a super-long list of must-buy products, including freshly baked tortillas and store-brand ice cream.
Food & drink
Remodel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
27 minutes ago

With a family of 6, I have to keep an eye on our budget. Thrift shopping has helped me furnish our home and buy luxury clothes.

Thrifting has transformed from a hobby to a necessity, providing affordable home furnishings while accommodating the challenges of family life.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
1 hour ago

More is more in this L.A. 'barn' exploding with thrifted finds and maximalist flair

A couple transformed a barn-style house in Inglewood into their dream home despite its initial flaws and budget constraints.
Women
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

How to respond to 'benevolent sexism' at work

Benevolent sexism, while appearing positive, undermines women's careers by reducing self-esteem and increasing emotional exhaustion.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
#philz-coffee
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
15 hours ago

San Francisco coffee chain walks back decision to remove Pride flags, says it made "a mistake" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will keep Pride flags in stores after reversing its earlier decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Philz Coffee suddenly retreats from Pride flag ban after employee & community outcry - LGBTQ Nation

Philz Coffee CEO reversed a decision to remove Pride flags after backlash from employees and the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Philz Coffee CEO restores Pride flags in stores after intense backlash: 'I made a mistake'

Philz Coffee reversed its decision to remove Pride flags after backlash, issuing a public apology and reaffirming support for the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

Philz to leave Pride flags up, after all

Philz Coffee will keep its rainbow flags after public backlash and CEO's apology for the initial decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
15 hours ago

San Francisco coffee chain walks back decision to remove Pride flags, says it made "a mistake" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will keep Pride flags in stores after reversing its earlier decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Philz Coffee suddenly retreats from Pride flag ban after employee & community outcry - LGBTQ Nation

Philz Coffee CEO reversed a decision to remove Pride flags after backlash from employees and the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Philz Coffee CEO restores Pride flags in stores after intense backlash: 'I made a mistake'

Philz Coffee reversed its decision to remove Pride flags after backlash, issuing a public apology and reaffirming support for the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

Philz to leave Pride flags up, after all

Philz Coffee will keep its rainbow flags after public backlash and CEO's apology for the initial decision to remove them.
Fashion & style
fromQueerty
10 hours ago

From the runway to OF, this men's fashion brand is serving lewks & lewds - Queerty

Louis Gabriel Nouchi's brand LGN combines sensual menswear with gender-fluid designs, recently launching an OF page to explore intimacy and desire.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago
Education

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
NYC politics
fromgaycitynews.com
13 hours ago

LGBTQ representation emerges as key issue in City Council's special election race for District 3

LGBTQ leaders are actively campaigning in New York City's special election for the City Council's Third District, emphasizing representation and community significance.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Knowing Themselves Helps LGBTQ+ Teens Thrive

Higher self-esteem in LGBTQ+ teens helps manage anxiety during high school transitions, while openness among cisgender peers improves social well-being.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Queer students often face exclusion in STEM, but initiatives like Rainbow Robotics are fostering inclusion and acceptance in these spaces.
Fundraising
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Denver's only lesbian bar is in crisis. The community is stepping in

The Pearl, Denver's only lesbian bar, is fighting closure with community support raising over $80,000 to cover expenses.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
E-Commerce
fromwww.retaildive.com
1 day ago

Unified commerce: Why it's the next evolution of retail

Customers expect seamless shopping experiences across digital and physical channels, necessitating a shift towards unified commerce for real-time operations.
Privacy professionals
fromHoodline
22 hours ago

Brooklyn ShopRite's Biometric Notice Raises Shopper Concern

ShopRite may collect biometric data, raising privacy concerns among shoppers about surveillance and data handling practices.
London food
fromTime Out London
21 hours ago

This major north London shopping and dining hub is getting three new retailers

Coal Drops Yard is adding new retail outlets, including Anthropologie and a local bakery, enhancing its status as a shopping destination.
Golden State Warriors
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Sports merch that's cute? It exists

Danielle Snyder Shorenstein created DannijoPro, a fanwear brand that merges fashion with sports fandom, after finding inspiration at a Golden State Warriors game.
Marketing
fromThedrum
1 day ago

Social for Good: How Allbirds Leverages Social Media to Amplify, Engage, and Drive Sustainable Change

Allbirds exemplifies how businesses can achieve success through sustainability and social responsibility in their operations and marketing strategies.
Online marketing
fromThe Drum
1 day ago

Making retail media work harder with smarter data strategies

Retail media networks are growing, and effective data strategies are essential for maximizing value for retailers and brands.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Public grocery stores are having a moment. Can they really make food more affordable? | CBC Radio

Public grocery stores in Canada aim to reduce food costs but face criticism regarding their feasibility and potential waste of public funds.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
#creativity
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Are we makers by nature-or consumers by design?

The relationship between creation and consumption is strained, impacting designers' creativity and cognitive processes.
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago
Graphic design

The Real Advantage Small Businesses Have Over Big Brands

Small businesses have a creative advantage over big brands due to fewer bureaucratic constraints and a culture that encourages experimentation.
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Are we makers by nature-or consumers by design?

The relationship between creation and consumption is strained, impacting designers' creativity and cognitive processes.
Graphic design
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

The Real Advantage Small Businesses Have Over Big Brands

Small businesses have a creative advantage over big brands due to fewer bureaucratic constraints and a culture that encourages experimentation.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
3 days ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
#disability-rights
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Lloyd Center Mall Announces Official Closing Date in Portland - Portland Mercury

Lloyd Center Mall will officially close on August 8, 2026, with redevelopment plans for the area underway.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Faneuil Hall needs 'a shot of adrenaline,' its businesses say - and they want to be part of the plan

Business owners at Faneuil Hall seek involvement in revitalization plans as Mayor Wu aims to rejuvenate the marketplace for downtown growth.
#allbirds
NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Allbirds Pivot Is a Terrible Idea ... Right?

Allbirds is pivoting to AI, changing its name to NewBird AI and investing $50 million in GPUs to revive its struggling business.
fromEngadget
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Shoe company pivots to AI compute in sign of a totally normal and healthy economy

NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Allbirds Pivot Is a Terrible Idea ... Right?

Allbirds is pivoting to AI, changing its name to NewBird AI and investing $50 million in GPUs to revive its struggling business.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

What Allbirds needs to do to make its Hail Mary AI pivot succeed

Allbirds plans to transform into an AI compute company after selling its shoe business, but faces significant challenges in funding and expertise.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Shoe company pivots to AI compute in sign of a totally normal and healthy economy

Allbirds is pivoting from eco-friendly shoes to AI compute infrastructure, changing its name to NewBird AI and seeking shareholder approval for the transition.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
4 days ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
East Bay food
fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

Japanese market to open in downtown San Jose

Sakura Market, a new Japanese grocery store, is set to open in downtown San Jose, offering unique features and job opportunities.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Podcast
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

I was dropped from a faith podcast for being queer

An ordained queer minister faced cancellation from a podcast due to conflicting views on LGBTQIA+ topics, highlighting the need for awareness in faith spaces.
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

There's now a plan to open a city-owned grocery store in East Harlem

"Given the steadily increasing price of groceries, officials like Mamdani hope that city-owned grocery stores may help struggling New Yorkers with more affordable options."
New York City
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

What we call sex work and what it says about society

Sex work has been represented and regulated throughout history, reflecting societal attitudes and moral discourses.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

There's a version of strength that only develops in people who had to figure out the rules of a place nobody explained to them. They don't talk about it because the people who had the rules handed to them wouldn't understand what was hard about it, and the people who also had to figure it out don't need the explanation. - Silicon Canals

Onsighting in climbing parallels navigating social systems, emphasizing perceptual capacity over resilience in understanding unwritten rules.
#thrift-stores
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Why Many Thrift Stores Won't Accept Small Kitchen Appliances - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often refuse to accept donated small kitchen appliances due to liability concerns and safety standards.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Many Thrift Stores Don't Want These Kitchen Items - But You Can Donate Them Elsewhere - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often do not accept large appliances due to legal, liability, and hazardous waste concerns.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Why Many Thrift Stores Won't Accept Small Kitchen Appliances - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often refuse to accept donated small kitchen appliances due to liability concerns and safety standards.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Many Thrift Stores Don't Want These Kitchen Items - But You Can Donate Them Elsewhere - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often do not accept large appliances due to legal, liability, and hazardous waste concerns.
E-Commerce
fromwww.marketingdive.com
1 day ago

Maximizing the transaction moment: Why the point of purchase is retail's most undervalued growth lever

Ecommerce optimization must shift focus from conversion to maximizing value during and after the purchase moment.
Women in technology
fromForbes
3 days ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Luxury to high street jeans: can you tell the difference?

Denim fashion is thriving, with luxury and affordable brands gaining popularity, highlighting differences in quality and sustainability.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Why workplaces need a gendered health approach

For decades, work was designed around a fiction, that of the 'neutral' worker, an abstract individual assumed to be fully available, consistent, rational, and unaffected by bodily constraints. But this neutrality was never real.
Women
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

NYC Pride grand marshal Peppermint says this year's focus must include trans people's humanity

Peppermint will serve as grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Pride March amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and cultural backlash.
Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

American Eagle and Sydney Sweeney Don't Need Liberals

American Eagle's new campaign with Sydney Sweeney embraces past controversy, suggesting that outrage does not always impact commercial success.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

NAREB affordable homeownership bus tour targets Black homeownership gap

NAREB launched an Affordable Homeownership Bus Tour to address the Black homeownership gap through education and resources in eight U.S. cities.
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Macy's is closing more stores in 2026: See an updated list of locations that will shutter soon

We are making the necessary moves to reinvigorate relationships with our customers through improved shopping experiences, relevant assortments and compelling value.
Boston food
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
fromQueerty
2 days ago

From Madonna mayhem to OF age gaps, we're having a very gay group chat - Queerty

Madonna's surprise new single has taken the queer community by storm, showcasing her continued relevance and ability to connect with fans through her music.
SF LGBT
E-Commerce
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

You have to sell something to enter this SoHo pop-up

eBay's NYC Edit Market requires participants to sell an item to enter, reflecting a shift towards resale culture.
Women
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Why work still sucks for women

Women face significant workplace challenges, including the gender pay gap, leadership barriers, harassment, and unpaid domestic work responsibilities.
Fashion & style
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Tamu McPherson on Dressing for Joy and Traveling With Intention

Tamu McPherson blends fashion and activism, celebrating life through style while embracing her unique cultural background in Italy.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
6 days ago

There's a curious phenomenon happening in the marketing industry. Is it a sign of 'masculinization'?

Marketing is experiencing a rebranding trend to attract more men, with traditional roles being given technical titles.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Spectacle or support? The complicated visibility of trans youth in film & TV - Queerty

Since the 1990s, a largely underground upwelling of trans creativity has helped new trans identities, communities, and political movements come together. Trans Cinema provides an entryway to the wildly diverse and creative cinema made by trans creators, including those who are BIPOC.
LGBT
Fashion & style
fromGothamist
4 days ago

The LES is the city's new vintage district. With prices high and supply low, can it last?

A new microdistrict for high-end vintage shopping is emerging in New York City's Lower East Side.
E-Commerce
fromEMARKETER
1 week ago

Department stores aren't dead, they just need new metrics for success

Successful department stores must focus on fashion and home furnishings, leverage social media, and evaluate individual store performance for future growth.
Social justice
fromComputerworld
6 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Emma Grede says caring about money doesn't make you selfish

Women should openly discuss money and embrace being well compensated for meaningful work, challenging societal biases around wealth conversations.
E-Commerce
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

Here's When Trader Joe's Employees Want You To 'Stop Touching Things' - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's employees prefer to bag groceries themselves and appreciate customer trust and appreciation.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
Marketing
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Brands are getting more physical

Marketers are increasingly focusing on physical experiences to foster human connection and emotional engagement with consumers.
UX design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Retail 3.0 is designing for real life

Retail's next competitive advantage is designing for real life by accommodating the full range of human ability, attention, mobility, and circumstance as a core strategy, not a compliance exercise.
#lgbtq-marketplace
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Meet the queer brands behind LGBTQ Outpost - Queerty

LGBTQ Outpost is a curated marketplace highlighting LGBTQ+ owned brands and allies, featuring over 35 brands across multiple product categories built by entrepreneurs with lived community experience.
Fashion & style
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Want to support LGBTQ+ businesses? Here are some brands worth knowing - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ Outpost is a curated marketplace featuring LGBTQ+-owned and community-aligned brands, enabling consumers to support businesses reflecting queer economic and cultural power.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Meet the queer brands behind LGBTQ Outpost - Queerty

LGBTQ Outpost is a curated marketplace highlighting LGBTQ+ owned brands and allies, featuring over 35 brands across multiple product categories built by entrepreneurs with lived community experience.
Fashion & style
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Want to support LGBTQ+ businesses? Here are some brands worth knowing - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ Outpost is a curated marketplace featuring LGBTQ+-owned and community-aligned brands, enabling consumers to support businesses reflecting queer economic and cultural power.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
Social justice
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The Target boycott over DEI isn't over yet

Target's rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments sparked boycotts that significantly impacted sales and leadership, with some boycotts continuing despite partial negotiations.
Design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The biggest barrier to accessibility is not usability

Accessible product adoption fails primarily due to shame and stigma rather than functional deficiencies; successful design requires dignity and emotional appeal alongside technical functionality.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Fair housing is more than a compliance issue: It's an opportunity to modernize the process.

Fair Housing is a legal framework prohibiting housing discrimination that faces shifting federal policy, enforcement battles, and intense local-federal political conflict.
Marketing
fromMarTech
1 month ago

Accessibility Can't Stop at the Shelf: An $18 Trillion Lesson for Marketers | MarTech

Accessibility-focused design drives brand loyalty, reputation, and measurable growth while becoming a powerful marketing differentiator across industries.
E-Commerce
fromwww.thedrum.com
1 month ago

The changing retail landscape

Despite online growth and store closures, physical retail remains viable as consumers still value in-store experiences and maintain significant clothing budgets.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why inclusion is the new standard for economic growth

In places where inclusion is part of the infrastructure of their economy-supply chains, procurement processes, capital access, or business ownership-people thrive. Inclusive economies create more resilience by expanding the base of potential business owners who can build, own, innovate, and hire. They allow more opportunities for homeownership and investing in the longevity of communities. As our economy becomes increasingly stratified and volatile, we need as much resiliency as we can get.
Social justice
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Retailers Are Having an Identity Crisis - Here Is the Business Solution

Retail success requires experiential strategies—gamification, social shopping, and education—to transform passive online buyers into engaged participants and boost visits and sales.
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