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When 27 year-old Damali Elliott started the non-profit Petals-N-Belles three years ago, she gave up a promising career in public relations. It was a decision criticized by her friends and family. But that unconventional choice may soon pay off.
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While allergy sufferers pay the price for a warmer than usual winter, profits will likely bloom for pharmaceutical companies. So stop and smell the roses. This could provide a healthy boost to your portfolio.
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A petition to investigate little green men is getting more signatures than meteorologists petitioning against National Weather Service budget cuts on the White House’s petition website.
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High-end department store Nordstrom is funneling its returned and worn shoes to its Nordstrom Rack outlet stores. A look at what this practice means for the Nordstrom brand. Is there a fine line between being an outlet store and a thrift store?
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Obama proposes slashing the national weather service budget.
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Macy’s plans to close its Bloomingdale’s store at Minnesota’s Mall of America in March. With the Mall of America's stature as a popular tourist destination, it gives the mall's owner Triple Five, a rare chance to change its economics.
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Last year was a tough one for JC Penney, and now CEO Ron Johnson and other C-suiters are feeling the hit in their paychecks.
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We're out to find the most-loved beer label in a March Madness-inspired contest. Check the first day's results and cast your vote!
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