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Monthly Archives: November 2015

Walgreens Balance® Rewards members can now use their account through Apple Pay

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2015-11-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Balance® Rewards members can now seamlessly use their account through Apple Pay - without separately scanning a Balance Rewards card or barcode. More than 85 million active Balance Rewards members will have the ability to earn and redeem loyalty points via Apple Pay, the easy, secure…

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Pharmacy interventions for patients starting new medications can reduce overall healthcare costs – Walgreens study

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2015-11-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Pharmacy interventions for patients starting new medications can improve adherence, lower health care utilization and reduce overall health care costs, according to a new study released by Walgreens. The study, “Improving Medication Adherence and Healthcare Outcomes in a Commercial Population Through a Retail Pharmacy Chain,” is one…

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Retail Award Switzerland 2015: Coop Verwaltungsratspräsident Hansueli Loosli erhält “People Award 2015” für herausragende Leistung

Coop Verwaltungsratspräsident erhält "People Award 2015" für herausragende Leistung BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2015-11-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Coop freut sich über die Auszeichnung von Hansueli Loosli mit dem Retail Award Switzerland 2015. Der langjährige Coop-Chef und heutige Verwaltungsratspräsident der Coop-Gruppe wird für seine herausragenden Leistungen und seine nachhaltigen Erfolge mit dem „People Award 2015“ gewürdigt. Dieser Award…

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Transgourmet expandiert nach Österreich

BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2015-11-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Transgourmet übernimmt per 1. Januar 2016 zu 100 % die österreichische c+c pfeiffer, ein Tochterunternehmen der Pfeiffer Handelsgruppe. Damit gelingt es Transgourmet, in Österreich Fuss zu fassen und in einen bedeutenden Gastronomie-Markt einzusteigen. c+c pfeiffer ist ein traditionsreiches, erfolgreiches Unternehmen und hat sich in den letzten Jahren zur…

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Die Coop Genossenschaft erhöht auf Anfang 2016 die Mindestlöhne für ungelernte Mitarbeitende um 1,3 Prozent

BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2015-11-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die Coop Genossenschaft, die zweitgrösste Detailhändlerin der Schweiz, erhöht auf Anfang 2016 die Mindestlöhne für ungelernte Mitarbeitende um 1,3 Prozent. Auch Coop-Angestellte, die im Mindeststundenlohn arbeiten, werden im kommenden Jahr mehr verdienen. Weiter wird Coop 2016 individuelle strukturelle Lohnerhöhungen vornehmen. Trotz einem herausfordernden wirtschaftlichen Umfeld, vor allem auch…

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SSP to open new M&S Food to Go outlet at Newcastle International Airport

LONDON, 2015-11-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — SSP, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, is to enhance the facilities at Newcastle International Airport with the opening of a new M&S Food to Go outlet. The new facility is part of a major redevelopment of the airport’s landside facilities. Located…

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Twenty-five Starbucks® stores in the D.C. area now offer a couple of Dog Tag Bakery items for their customers

SEATTLE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Lira’s time in the U.S. Marine Corps included a stretch as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and a second deployment in 2005, when his battalion took heavy casualties in Iraq. He is trained in satellite communications and intelligence with 11-plus years of military service, and never imagined he'd be taking…

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Teavana unveils its 2015 Holiday Collection of more than 80 epicurean tea gifts

Created by Epicurean Experts at Teavana and Celebrating the Growing Popularity of Tea –Trendsetters Share Their Top Picks for Teavana® Tea Gifts this Holiday Season New Teavana® Ecommerce Site Makes Finding a Unique Gift Educational, Fun and Easy SEATTLE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — As millions of Americans begin their holiday shopping, Teavana (NASDAQ:SBUX) unveils its…

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Starbucks will present at Morgan Stanley Global Consumer and Retail Conference on November 18

SEATTLE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks Corporation (Nasdaq: SBUX) today announced the company will present at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer and Retail Conference on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. ET. The presentation will be webcast and can be accessed at http://investor.starbucks.com. A replay of the webcast will also be available at the same…

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Tesco won 22 gongs at the Quality Food and Drink Awards 2015

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco is set for a critically acclaimed Christmas, after winning 22 gongs at the Quality Food and Drink Awards 2015.  With festive treats like the Turkey Crown with pork, apple and chestnut stuffing, salted caramel ice creams and Tesco finest* Premier Cru NV champagne, Amaretto Panettone and Amontillado…

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Tesco, Pan Macmillan to raise money to support national reading charity Readathon

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco and Pan Macmillan have teamed up to raise money to support national reading charity Readathon, which provides books for sick children in the UK’s thirty largest children’s hospitals. Pan Macmillan has worked with Tesco to exclusively publish a new picture book, The Great Christmas Pudding Rescue, written by…

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Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group (TSDG) expands to support even more of Britain’s dairy farmers

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has today announced its first and biggest farming group, the Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group (TSDG) will be expanding to support even more of Britain’s dairy farmers. Already the largest group of its kind, Tesco has confirmed the number of dairy farms from across the UK it will have…

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Tesco: one million UK children have now been involved in the Eat Happy Project

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has today announced that one million UK children have now been involved in the Eat Happy Project, the retailer's long-term commitment to help children gain the knowledge and skills they need to have a happy, healthy relationship with food. The milestone comes just 18 months into the project,…

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Tesco’s Christmas Clubcard Boost is back and bigger than ever before

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco’s Christmas Clubcard Boost is back and bigger than ever before, helping customers get started with their Christmas shopping. Online every single product* on Tesco direct is eligible for boosting, while in store customers can choose from the biggest ever range of products including the popular Christmas gift categories…

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Macy’s will add Marbles: The Brain Store to its Holiday Arcade

Gifting shops in select locations offer customers an eclectic assortment of one-of-a-kind games and activities for the whole family NEW YORK, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — This season, Macy’s will add Marbles: The Brain Store to itsHoliday Arcade, an in-store gifting shop in select locations offering customers unique and playful options for everyone on…

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Macy’s, Inc. to report its third quarter 2015 sales and earnings before financial markets open on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015

CINCINNATI, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) is scheduled to report its third quarter 2015 sales and earnings before the opening of financial markets on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015. The company will webcast a call with financial analysts and investors that day at 9 a.m. ET. Macys, Inc.’s webcast is accessible to the media…

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Macy’s eighth annual Believe campaign launches this week with new film, Macy’s Wish Writer stylus and app

Benefitting Make-A-Wish®, the Wish Writer stylus and app will be available at Macy’s and on macys.com “The Wish Writer” short film debuts in November NEW YORK, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s eighth annual Believe campaign launches this week with a new film that provides a modern take on the beloved “Believe” story and a new…

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Amazon orders three new Amazon Original Kids Series for Prime members in US, UK, Germany and Austria to debut next year

Two series greenlit from previous kids pilot season, including Amazon’s first original animated series for kids ages 6 to 11, Lost in Oz and live-action series The Kicks, based on Alex Morgan’s book series Additional pick-ups include a follow-up to the Emmy award-winning Dino Dan and a half-hour special following up the Shaun the Sheepseries…

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New dramatic Amazon Original Series Sneaky Pete will debut exclusively on Prime Video in US, UK, Germany, Austria and Japan next year

New show exclusively on Prime Video stars Giovanni Ribisi and is created by Emmy Award-winning writer David Shore and Golden Globe and Emmy Award winner Bryan Cranston SEATTLE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ:AMZN)—Amazon today announced it has greenlit new dramatic Amazon Original Series Sneaky Pete that will debut exclusively on Prime Video in the US, UK,…

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Amazon Publishing calls for submissions for the Little A Poetry Contest

The first Little A Poetry Contest will be judged by Cornelius Eady, Jericho Brown and Kimiko Hahn The winner will be awarded $5,000 and a publishing contract with Little A NEW YORK, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ:AMZN)--Today, Amazon Publishing announced a call for submissions for the Little A Poetry Contest, dedicated to the…

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Amazon.com anounced the launch of the Black Friday Deals store and Electronics Holiday Gift Guide

New this year, Prime members receive early access to more than 30,000 Lightning Deals With over 600 top electronics and a Gift Finder tool, the Electronics Holiday Gift Guide takes the guesswork out of gifting SEATTLE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ:AMZN) – Amazon.com today officially kicked off the countdown to Black Friday with the launch…

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Amazon: special delivery windows for Prime members wanting to get Activision’s Call of Duty: Black Ops III on the game’s release night – Friday, November 6

SEATTLE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN) today announced its Prime Now service will offer special delivery windows for Prime members wanting to get Activision’s Call of Duty: Black Ops III delivered just as it becomes available at midnight eastern standard time on the game’s release night – Friday, November 6. “Why wait in lines…

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Sears to feature major holiday savings events throughout November

Holiday shoppers don't have to wait for Black Friday to get Black Friday deals HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears announced it will feature major holiday savings events throughout November, including an opportunity for its members to snag select Black Friday deals early. "The holiday shopping season is officially underway and if you're an early-season…

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The 89th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® returns to march down the streets of New York City on Thursday, Nov. 26

The 89th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® Ushers in the Season with the Nation’s Favorite Holiday Event, Featuring Giant Character Helium Balloons, Signature Floats, the Nation’s Finest Marching Bands, Enchanting Performance Groups, Celebrity Appearances and the One-and-Only Santa Claus NEW YORK, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — America’s favorite holiday tradition will once again kick off the season…

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Fendi inaugurated its new headquarters at the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana

ROME, ITALY, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — On October 22, Fendi inaugurated its new headquarters at the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana. An iconic symbol of Roman architecture, the landmark building underwent major renovation work that was funded by Fendi, which continues to support the heritage of the Eternal City. After completely funding the restoration of…

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Sears launches new website at SearsHomeServices.com that improves how members care for their homes

New SearsHomeServices.com Provides Average Cost, Time Needed to Repair and DIY Quick Fixes HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. , 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Most major appliances can last 10-15 years or more. But when a washer conks out on laundry day or the refrigerator has lost its cool, it might cause you to lose your cool,…

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Sephora opens the first connected beauty store

PARIS, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sephora continues to pioneer digital innovations with an exciting new shopping experience, opening the first connected beauty store. Sephora Flash is a disruptive concept that blends beauty and technology. From the introduction of self-service in beauty and cosmetics stores to its Click & Collect service, Sephora has continually innovated to…

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H&M Conscious Foundation will donate 5% of the total amount of each gift card purchased at H&M to UNICEF

This year’s holiday campaign at H&M will have a giving theme, where customers will be able to contribute. For every purchased gift card at H&M, the H&M Conscious Foundation will donate 5% of the total gift card amount to UNICEF. The donation will provide vulnerable children in Myanmar with quality education. STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN,  2015-11-6 — /EPR…

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H&M, IndustriAll Global Union and Swedish trade union IF Metall partner to promote well-functioning industrial relations

H&M, the global trade union IndustriAll Global Union and the Swedish trade union IF Metall collaborates to promote well-functioning industrial relations. STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN,  2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — The parties have signed a unique Global Framework Agreement, GFA, aiming for an improved dialogue between the employer and the employee at the supplier factories where H&M is…

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Hunger Task Force, Pick ’n Save and Milwaukee County open Pick ’n Save Fresh Picks Mobile Market

Mobile Market will bring fresh food choices to Milwaukee’s ‘food deserts’ MILWAUKEE, 2015-11-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hunger Task Force and Pick ’n Save are proud to announce the opening of the Pick ’n Save Fresh Picks Mobile Market, in partnership with Milwaukee County. This grocery store on wheels will travel throughout Milwaukee County to visit…

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