New York (CNN Business) All stores have marketing tactics to get you in the door — stylish mannequins, elaborate display windows, posters screaming about all the discounts you can find inside. But some are far more subtle, so much so that chances are you've hardly ever noticed them. Picture your local grocery store, for example. What do you see when you first walk in? Most likely: Flowers. Big, bright bouquets of fresh-cut blooms greet shoppers inside just about every major grocer, from Whole Foods to Kroger to innumerable New York City bodegas. That's no coincidence — there's a strategic decision behind those flowers' placement. "It is very, very simple," says Paco Underhill, the founder and CEO of behavioral research and consulting firm Envirosell. "If you can get someone's nose and saliva glands working, they become a much less disciplined shopper." Read More That's right: Flowers fire up the senses, getting you ready to spend. Sure, … [Read more...] about The surprising reason supermarkets sell flowers
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Medication abortion is common; here’s how it works
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 3 Medication abortions became the preferred method for ending pregnancy in the U.S. even before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. These involve taking two prescription medicines days apart — at home or in a clinic. Abortion procedures are an invasive medical technique that empties the womb. They are sometimes called surgical abortions, although they don’t involve surgery. Abortion by pills involves the drugs mifepristone and misoprostol. As more states seek abortion limits, demand for the pills is expected to grow. HOW THE DRUGS WORK Mifepristone is taken first, swallowed by mouth. The drug dilates the cervix and blocks the effects of the hormone progesterone, which is needed to sustain a pregnancy. Misoprostol, a drug also used to treat stomach ulcers, is taken 24 to 48 hours later. The pill is designed to dissolve when placed between the gums and teeth or in the … [Read more...] about Medication abortion is common; here’s how it works
Investigation Underway After 2-Alarm Fire Leaves Man Dead, 2 Firefighters Injured
JENKINTOWN, N.J. (CBS) — An investigation is underway into a deadly house fire in Montgomery County. Chopper 3 was over Summit Avenue in Jenkintown where firefighters got to the duplex just after 7:30 p.m. on Friday night. They found a man on the second floor, but he later died at the hospital. READ MORE: 20-Year-Old Man Dead, Another Injured After Shooting In North Philadelphia The two-alarm fire also sent two firefighters to the hospital, one for a possible heart attack. He’s in stable condition. READ MORE: 2022 Wawa Welcome America Festival Guide: Road Closures, Public Transportation Information The other firefighter was released after treatment for heat exhaustion. MORE NEWS: Philadelphia's Fourth Of July Festivities Kick Off With Concert, Fireworks Several other firefighters suffered minor injuries. … [Read more...] about Investigation Underway After 2-Alarm Fire Leaves Man Dead, 2 Firefighters Injured
Routes: No letup in sight for summer air travel woes; a peek at the future of red-eye flights
In this week’s developments, the problems of excessive flight cancellations and delays look like they will continue through the peak summer season; Spirit Airlines delays a shareholder vote on a Frontier merger as it studies the latest JetBlue offer; low-cost Breeze Airways puts off its Los Angeles debut as it slows down growth plans; United’s Star Alliance will add a non-airline member and American’s Oneworld will take on its third Middle Eastern partner; China eases mandatory COVID-19 quarantine rules; Air New Zealand unveils plans to add economy class bunk beds to its long-haul 787 fleet; Alaska Airlines and American open up new award booking options on international partner carriers; American and British Airways will consolidate flight activities at London Heathrow terminals. Even though several major airlines have cut back their original summer schedules to minimize last-minute cancellations as they struggle with staffing issues , it’s starting to look like schedule … [Read more...] about Routes: No letup in sight for summer air travel woes; a peek at the future of red-eye flights
FNC’s Gutfeld: ‘Casting Shows Based on Race Rarely Works’
Friday, FNC host Greg Gutfeld responded to long-running “Friends” sitcom co-creator Marta Kauffman lamenting not casting a black character on the show. Gutfeld mocked Kauffman and argued casting shows based on race rarely works. Partial transcript as follows: The white guilt never ends. Even for the creator of “Friends.” Yes, she churned on the sitcom she built to satisfy her Caucasian guilt. Marta Kauffman, the co-creator of “Friends” says she’s embarrassed by the show’s lack of diversity. And he’s pledging four million bucks to brand his university to support its African-American Studies Department. Kauffman also regrets her original name for the series, which was white people are awesome. I could have warned her on that one. The show starred six best buds living in West Village Apartments they could never afford in real life. It became a huge success paving the way for such amazing spin offs. Like Joey. Said Kaufman in a recent interview, I’ve learned a lot in the last … [Read more...] about FNC’s Gutfeld: ‘Casting Shows Based on Race Rarely Works’
What’s Open, Closed In Clearwater On July 4th Holiday
0 Seasonal & Holidays To renew library items and check due dates, call the automated service at 727-286-6894 anytime or use myclearwaterlibrary.com. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted Reply CLEARWATER, FL — City of Clearwater government offices, all libraries and some recreation facilities will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Closed recreation facilities include Countryside, Long Center, Moccasin Lake Nature Park and the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center. Open recreation facilities include: Morningside Pool, Fitness Center and Gym: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ross Norton Drop-In Pool, Fitness Center and Gym: 1 to 5 p.m. North Greenwood Drop-In Pool, Fitness Center and Gym: 1 to 5 p.m. Clearwater Beach Family Aquatic Center Pool: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. McMullen Tennis Complex: 9 a.m. to noon The city’s Solid Waste Department will be working on Monday, July 4, and there will be no … [Read more...] about What’s Open, Closed In Clearwater On July 4th Holiday
July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Clearwater
0 Seasonal & Holidays See Patch's guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Clearwater. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Reply CLEARWATER, FL — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. Clearwater Celebrates America At The Ballpark As construction continues on the Imagine Clearwater project that is redesigning Coachman Park, the traditional location for Clearwater's Fourth of July celebration, the city is making plans for the second year to host Clearwater Celebrates America at the Ballpark July 4 at BayCare Ballpark, 601 Old Coachman Road. Attendees can celebrate America's birthday in style with a music-choreographed fireworks show, a star-studded concert featuring the Black Honkeys … [Read more...] about July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Clearwater
MTN DEW & Hooters Team-Up For Wingman Wednesday June 1
0 Restaurants & Bars Fans can head to Hooters with their Wingman and buy a MTN DEW x Wings Combo to get one free for their BFF and a MTN DEW Commemorative Cup. Carlos Hernandez , Patch Contributing Writer Posted | Updated Reply On June 1, in honor of the first ever Wingman Wednesday, DEW has partnered with Hooters on a buy 10 get 10 boneless wings offer at all 300+ Hooters stores to celebrate the launch of the DEW x Hooters Wingman Weekend Sweepstakes. The world-famous boneless wings can be washed down with an ice-cold MTN DEW in a collectible “wingman cup.” While fans will have to take flight (plane optional) to Hooters tomorrow to grab the BOGO deal, the DEW commemorative cup will be available through July 23, while supplies last at participating locations. "Summer is about embarking on adventures with your favorite copilot and we’re here to give fans another reason to get together starting with MTN DEW and … [Read more...] about MTN DEW & Hooters Team-Up For Wingman Wednesday June 1
Gas Prices Continue To Fall In New Jersey, Pennsylvania And Delaware
TRENTON, N.J. (CBS/AP) — Gas prices continued to fall in New Jersey and around the nation amid lower crude oil prices and an increase in total domestic gasoline stocks. AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gas in New Jersey on Friday was $4.85, down nine cents from last week. Drivers were paying $3.14 a gallon on average a year ago at this time. READ MORE: Fourth Of July Weekend Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Most Of Philadelphia Region The average cost for a gallon of regular gas in Southeast Pennsylvania is $4.91 and in Delaware, the average is $4.74. READ MORE: Fire In West Philadelphia Sends 1 Person To Hospital The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $4.84, down eight cents from last week. Drivers were paying $3.12 a gallon on average a year ago at this time. Analysts say demand is currently lower than it was last year at this time, and an increase in total domestic gasoline stocks and decreasing oil … [Read more...] about Gas Prices Continue To Fall In New Jersey, Pennsylvania And Delaware
Fourth Of July Weekend Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Most Of Philadelphia Region
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Fourth of July holiday weekend kicks off hot and humid with scattered showers and storms. The Eyewitness News Weather Team is tracking the potential for severe threats later in the afternoon Saturday. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 9 p.m. for all of Southeastern Pennsylvania, most of South Jersey and Northern Delaware. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Chester County in Pennsylvania until 9:15 p.m. #severethunderstormwatch until 9pm for #Philadelphia #SouthJersey #Delaware #The Shore #damagingwinds #intenselightning #torrentialdownpours @CBSPhilly Have a place to shelter if one of the storms moves over you this afternoon and this evening #staysafe pic.twitter.com/NOuqbm3emn — Tammie Souza Weather (@TammieSouza) July 2, 2022 READ MORE: Fire In West Philadelphia Sends 1 Person To Hospital A very unstable air mass is overhead across the region with dew points in the 70s and temperatures nearing 90. … [Read more...] about Fourth Of July Weekend Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Most Of Philadelphia Region