Ian’s Pizza closes in Denver

Ian’s Pizza closes in Denver

Ian’s Pizza, the small, Madison, Wisc.-based chain known for its wild toppings, said Tuesday that it has closed its Ballpark neighborhood restaurant, 2210 Blake St., for good. The spot, which opened in 2014, served pizzas with unusual toppings, including macaroni and cheese, as well as ravioli and even nachos ingredients. The news comes nearly a … Read more

Angelina Jolie Taps Simon Ungless for Atelier Jolie Residency

Angelina Jolie Taps Simon Ungless for Atelier Jolie Residency

Customizing, repurposing, tailoring and mending to give clothing another life are at the heart of Atelier Jolie, Angelina Jolie‘s sustainable fashion business. This week, her New York store welcomes its first artist-in-residence, Simon Ungless, a printmaker who came up in the ’90s London fashion scene, collaborated with the late Alexander McQueen, and with Sarah Burton … Read more

Ana’s Norwegian Bakeri closes 16th Street Mall, Centennial shops

Ana’s Norwegian Bakeri closes 16th Street Mall, Centennial shops

Ana Fanakra sat in her bakery on the 16th Street Mall on what turned out to be its last day in business, Feb. 3, waiting for customers. But not many came, and she decided to close up early. “We had really low sales that day,” she said. “We hadn’t even made $100 yet, which was … Read more

Klarna Takes on Apple, Google with New Solution

Klarna Takes on Apple, Google with New Solution

Klarna‘s latest AI-driven service streamlines online purchases and disrupts the global verification industry with a solution that offers consumers control over their data while providing personalized shopping experiences. “Sign in with Klarna” is designed to give consumers a smoother shopping experience. “The service saves time for consumers by fast-tracking the online purchase process and, if … Read more

Credit Card Installment Plans Boost Sales, Notes Splitit-PYMNTS Study

Credit Card Installment Plans Boost Sales, Notes Splitit-PYMNTS Study

A new study by Splitit and Pymnts has found that general-purpose credit card installment plans are a reliable way to increase sales and improve customer satisfaction. The report “Divided, Not Conquered: Acquirer and Merchant Confusion Clouds Split-Payments Landscape” found that 78 percent of merchants intend to improve, or are currently improving, their ability to accept … Read more

As Digital Ads Grow, Site Traffic Declines

As Digital Ads Grow, Site Traffic Declines

Despite a surge in digital ad spend, Contentsquare’s 2024 benchmark report reveals a decrease in website traffic and conversions, highlighting a growing gap in mobile web optimization. However, steady engagement and higher conversion rates in mobile apps offer a silver lining. Contentsquare’s report revealed a drop in website traffic, consumption and conversions — even as … Read more

Lady Justice Brewing moving from Aurora

Lady Justice Brewing moving from Aurora

Lady Justice Brewing, which has been a fixture of the Front Range beer scene since 2016, will close its Aurora taproom at the end of the month in anticipation of moving. According to an announcement on social media, the brewery has outgrown its current home at 9735 E. Colfax Ave. and plans to relocate to … Read more

Explore Your Dream Destination

Explore Your Dream Destination

Tips for planning a travel adventure MISSION, Kan., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — (Family Features) If you find yourself dreaming of sunshine, sand and sparkling pools, it may be time to start looking forward to your next vacation getaway. Get a jumpstart on building excitement for the journey ahead by beginning preparations early, which offers … Read more

From cult status to closure fears — what happened to The Body Shop?

From cult status to closure fears — what happened to The Body Shop?

It’s a store you know by scent. For decades, the sometimes-overwhelming aroma of The Body Shop’s satsuma soaps and coconut body butters have wafted through mall concourses, as much a staple to the culture as the food court. The U.K.-based beauty and cosmetics shop has more than 3,000 retail locations in 70 countries, including 110 standalone … Read more

The Star at the ‘Big Game’

The Star at the ‘Big Game’

This weekend, emerging as a formidable contender, Colombian avocados will make a sustainable splash on snack tables nationwide. LAS VEGAS, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Colombia’s natural bounty and commitment to environmental stewardship make it a beacon of sustainability and social responsibility in the avocado industry. Avocados in Colombia can grow without irrigation, protecting the country’s … Read more