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Trade tensions: China, US dispute over tariffs grows
Seth Sandronsky ManufacturingWith $50 billion in tariffs already on the way, ​President Donald Trump on April 5 directed the U.S Trade Representative to explore placing an additional $100 billion of tariffs on Chinese goods entering the U.S. The threat of higher prices on Chinese exports to the U.S. (and the expected retaliation from China) shook financial markets on Thursday and Friday.
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How would a Target-Kroger merger affect the grocery industry?
Bambi Majumdar RetailWhat do you when you face Goliath and the path ahead looks tough? You make peace with your rivals, and that is precisely what Kroger and Target seem to be doing. As Amazon tightens its hold on the grocery industry, big names that once led the grocery wars are struggling. The only ones who have deftly used resources to keep ahead of the curve are Walmart and Costco.
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Trump trade-off: China imposes tariffs on US goods
Seth Sandronsky Civil & GovernmentThe world's two largest economies are not feeling the love on trade. China imposed $3 billion of tariffs on a range of U.S. goods on Monday. The bottom line on the impact is straightforward: tariffs hike prices for businesses and consumers in both nations.
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Is seltzer the new diet soda? And is it bad for teeth?
Tammy Hinojos Oral & Dental HealthcareDentists know to warn their patients about the perils of too much sugar in the form of sodas, juices and other sugary drinks. But is it time to steer them away from seltzer water, too? The wildly popular La Croix has made its way into the hearts and hands of nutrition-minded people across the nation. Unflavored, tangerine, coconut, grapefruit, kiwi, lime — the bubbly water in a can contains no sugar, no artificial sweeteners, no sodium and can be guzzled guilt-free.
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Nonprofits open new chapter in grocery business
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageIt is a matter of perspective. One could call it a new twist in the grocery business or a rather old one of helping our fellow man. The Salvation Army announced this month the opening of its first grocery store. Located in an underserved neighborhood of Baltimore, the nonprofit store will provide healthy and affordable food for all.
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Hotel restaurants step out of the shadows
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIf you are following hospitality news, then might have noticed a growing trend of high-quality hotel restaurants across the board. While they are not exactly a new concept, the nature and importance of hotel restaurants have evolved. Often, a news story about a new or renovated hotel now focuses on restaurants rather than other features. This has been a trend in many regions of the country.
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Study: Wine may fight bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease
Tammy Hinojos Oral & Dental HealthcareLots of dental offices feature beverage bars so their patients can enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea or even a bottle of water and a light snack while they wait for treatment. But a new study by the American Chemical Society (ACS) might have some dentists considering adding a selection of wine to their beverage bar offerings.
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Small-town grocery stores face big challenge
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageWhen Tops Friendly Markets declared bankruptcy last month, shoppers in small towns and rural areas were in a tizzy. For decades now, residents in New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont have depended on Tops for their groceries. In some of these towns, Tops is the lone option for grocery shopping.
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Best spots for alcohol tours in the US
Cindy Belt Recreation & LeisureWe all know drinking and driving don't mix, but drinking and RVing is a different story. There are all types of breweries, wineries and distilleries to visit while traveling across the United States.
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A self-correcting supply chain on the horizon
Delany Martinez Distribution & WarehousingWhile logistics can answer many burning industry questions, figuring out why the chicken crossed the road isn't usually one of them. However, as Yum Brands recently found out in the UK, it's an important one.
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