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PMI reports 41% of total net revenues came from smoke-free products in third quarter
Shipment volume of Zyn increased for the third quarter, PMI reported. | Shutterstock Smoke-free products accounted for 41% of total net revenues in the third quarter, tobacco company Philip Morris International (PMI) said Tuesday in its latest...

British Gas issues update over UK customers using electricity on Friday
British Gas issues update over UK customers using electricity on Friday British Gas has issued a big update over using electricity on Friday. British Gas is offering PeakSave customers half price electricity between 12.30pm and 2.30pm on Friday,...

Saccos target low-end home buyers with new products
When Tai Sacco unveiled Makao in 2021, a mortgage product, the demand was exponential. In about three months of disbursing Sh100 million each, John Mwangi, the Sacco’s chief executive, says there were already liquidity challenges. Get Full Access...

Rifugio Communications Built On Innovation, Resilience, Customer Trust, Says Founder
1 Rifugio Communications Limited marked its 10th year anniversary on Friday, October 17, 2025 Rifugio’s 10-year success was built on innovation, resilience, customer trust, and the efforts of the staff, according to its founder, Dr. Kayode Thomas....

Authorities dispose of over 30,000 uncertified ceramic, steel products in Marikina
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and its partner agencies seized over 30,000 ceramic plumbing fixtures and steel products lacking proper standards and import commodity clearance during a nationwide crackdown on Wednesday, October 22. The...

Tysons retail visits now exceeding pre-pandemic levels, report finds
People on the escalator in the east wing of Tysons Corner Center (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Retail activity was booming in Tysons for the first half of this year, surging past pre-pandemic levels, the Tysons Community Alliance (TCA) found in...
Coca-Cola Products Recalled - 3 Popular Sodas Scrutinized
(KMDL-FM) On a warm but not too hot fall afternoon in Louisiana, the refreshing taste of cold soda pop can sure hit the spot. For a lot of soda enthusiasts in Louisiana and the Gulf South, the drink of choice on the soft drink side is Coca-Cola....

City council approves economic development assistance for major retail development
Jasper City Council members on a 3-0 vote approved a request for economic development assistance for Jasper Pavilion, LLC, for a major retail development planned in the city. The vote came during the city council’s meeting Tuesday morning at...

Liberia: Diamond Mineral Water Dismisses ‘False, Blackmail-Driven’ Reports — Says Products Are Safe, Pure, and Certified
Monrovia – The management of Diamond Mineral Water has strongly refuted recent social media claims that its bottled water is unsafe, describing the allegations as part of a sustained campaign of blackmail, harassment, and extortion by individuals...

NCC, Customs Partner To Enhance Telecoms Device Monitoring, QoS, Consumer Protection
1 The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has affirmed its collaboration with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to help the Service to improve revenue generation, enhance national security and safeguard public safety through tighter...

Santander is sending customers free £100 with 'no switching needed'
Santander is sending customers free £100 with 'no switching needed' Santander has launched a £100 Amazon Gift Card current account offer with no switching needed. Customers should apply for a new Santander current account (the fee-free Everyday...

"Zootopia 2" Ssssurprise Week Continues With a Dozen New Products Revealed
As part of the Ssssurprise Week event at Disney Store, we now have a look at some incredible merchandise arriving ahead of Zootopia 2. What’s Happening: Disney Store is gearing up for a huge release of Zootopia 2 merchandise, and E! News is...

Retail Traders Send Beyond Meat Up Another 90% Today
Key Points With BYND, despite the run, the company is still a fundamental mess. It just posted a 20% year-over-year revenue decline, which missed by 9%. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset’s free tool can match you with a financial...

Named after pet sausage dog — Richmonds is a banger of a cafe say customers
Located in St James’s Street, Newport, Richmonds is more than a place to grab a coffee. It’s a space filled with warmth, creativity and a generous slice of personality — much like its founder! Owner Immy Bawdon at Richmonds (Image: Richmonds) “I’m...

$5 million in energy assistance approved for some Georgia gas customers this winter
Some Georgia gas customers are set to receive relief after the Public Service Commission announced plans to allocate $5 million in energy assistance this winter. During the PSC's recent Energy Committee hearing, the state regulatory body said half...

Why Are Beauty Products Getting So Expensive?
Last month, Louis Vuitton Beauté—helmed by creative director Pat McGrath—dropped a make-up range comprising eyeshadow quads (£190), lip balms (£120) and satiny, LV-embossed lipsticks (£120), which you can purchase alongside their own monogrammed...

Martin Lewis 'perfect sweet spot' as banks paying customers £1,275 before Christmas
Alex Evans Deputy Audience Editor 07:26, 23 Oct 2025 Six banks paying customers £1,275 before Christmas - how to get the cash(Image: Xavier Lorenzo via Getty Images) A combined total of £1,275 is available from seven banks attempting to entice...

‘Inadequate oversight’: Super Retail chair cops stiff protest vote
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the corporate watchdog, is investigating Super Retail and the circumstances that led to Farrell and Berczelly suing the company. “There is an ongoing legal process with ASIC … I can’t...