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These days, the holiday magic happens in warehouses

by Reema Khrais
Dec 14, 2017
With online shopping now a $400 billion industry, fulfillment centers and warehouses are central to the season.
During the holiday season, orders to consumers nearly double at AMS Fulfillment Services, a company located outside of Los Angeles.
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Ask A Manager

Should you celebrate the holidays in your office?

by Marketplace Weekend Staff
Dec 11, 2017
We put your burning holiday questions to Ask a Manager's Alison Green.
Should you let loose at the office holiday party?
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Despite high interest rates, people still sign up for department credit cards

by Erika Beras
Dec 11, 2017
Department store credit cards, which tend to have high interest rates, have fallen out of fashion. But for some with bad credit, they are the only option.
Credit cards are pictured, on February 5, 2013 in Rennes, western France.
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Want to see Santa? You better have an appointment

by Marketplace Contributor
Nov 21, 2017
“Santa’s a popular guy."
Before you head to Macy's this year, make sure to check if Santa can squeeze you in. 
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Retail workers likely to be in demand for holiday jobs this year

by Aaron Schrank
Sep 19, 2017
It’s been a volatile year for U.S. retailers. They’ve closed a record number of stores and slashed more jobs than they have since 2009. However, for this year’s holiday season, there’s expected to be a whole lot of hiring going on, as the economy strengthens and consumer confidence returns. Click the audio player above to […]
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Grilling industry leader gives us some tips for this weekend's barbecue

by Paulina Velasco
Jun 16, 2017
Chances are, you're probably grilling this weekend.
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The hottest holiday toy has some parents fuming

by Annie Baxter
Dec 30, 2016
Spin Master troubleshoots the birds' failure to hatch.
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Retailers brace for return fraud in the holiday season

by Reema Khrais
Dec 26, 2016
Fraudulent schemes include "wardrobing" and the return of shoplifted items.
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Stats brings Christmas to California year after year

by Robert Garrova
Dec 23, 2016
The Stathatos family have been in the business of holiday decor for more than 50 years.
Holiday decoration display at Stats Floral Supply in Pasadena, CA 
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Favorite holiday meals from two LA chefs

by Eliza Mills
Dec 23, 2016
Chefs Steve Samson and Ray Garcia share holiday stories and recipes.
Cotechino with lentils by Chef Steve Samson. 
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