It isn't a universal truth, but a vast number of goods and services have their own full-circle moments. While there are still plenty of travel agencies in the U.S., the overall number is still down considerably from a peak in the 1980s. For some industry forecasters, though, the future looks a lot like the recent past, except that instead of travelers trusting human agents with making their travel plans a reality, they'll use AI agents for the same purpose.
There's a very specific kind of joy that comes from finding something that looks expensive and works well, but that doesn't cost as much as its style and practicality would suggest. This list is dedicated to those Amazon finds - the ones that make your space feel more intentional and your routines feel smoother, but without the luxury markup. These bougie, useful picks cost less than $25, all while upgrading your everyday life in every way.
A $5 church-sale lamp was never meant to be a business plan. But in 2011, when Pennsylvania mom and part-time marketing administrator Jocelyn Elizabeth watched her dad flip that lamp for eBay prices, it pushed her stroller-and-thrift-store hobby into what is now a seven-figure ecosystem, which includes the Crazy Lamp Lady YouTube channel plus NikNax, an online marketplace hosting more than 5,000 sellers and generating over $5.2 million in 2025 revenue.
Email marketing should seemingly be obsolete. The first "email," after all, occurred in October 1971, nearly 55 years ago. Surely, social media platforms, text messaging, and various applications such as WhatsApp and Discord could have supplanted it. And let's not forget the grim industry concerns when Gmail introduced the "Promotions" tab in 2013. Today, AI inbox summaries are the latest marketing threat.
you'll hear a recorded message explaining that the company doesn't do customer service calls and that you have to go to its website to submit your request through a written form. Why make getting help so difficult? Because Aldi doesn't want to hire extra employees solely for customer service calls. The chain uses many frugal practices so it can afford
It's been a particularly grueling winter, so naturally I can't stop fantasizing about spring. I've had enough of being holed up in my apartment all day; once the weather warms up, I'm practically going to live outside. The product geniuses at IKEA are clearly on a similar wavelength, because the iconic home retailer just launched two new limited-edition SOLVINDEN lamps that'll set the mood for outdoor hangs and make a style statement indoors in the meantime. Oh, and they're both under $20.
If you're looking to whip your home into shape, this list of clever organizing finds is just what you need. Every single item is backed by the Bustle shopping team, who spilled all the tea on what makes these products absolute must-buys. Ahead, discover items that will take your entire home from cluttered and chaotic to streamlined and tidy. Think game-changing finds designed to transform closets and cabinets, cut back on waste, and simply make your everyday routine so much easier.
A good quality fan is a worthwhile investment no matter what time of year it is, especially for people with unevenly heated or cooled homes or people (like me) who enjoy white noise while they sleep. One of the most popular fan brands at Costco, the Woozoo, is back in stock - this time with a freestanding fan that could be a springtime game-changer, provided you get one before they inevitably sell out.
As the 2026 Winter Olympics come to a close, a whole new game is afoot: the mad dash to make money on exclusive memorabilia. When the Games are over, most of the event's coolest collectibles will become very hard to find, plundered by scalpers and bargain hunters and only available through online marketplaces like eBay and Vinted. And if the eye-popping prices already placed on the gear are any indication, they're going to be quite valuable.
Add a cheerful touch to your home with this Faux Peony Bundle from Pottery Barn. You don't need gardening skills, just set it out and enjoy. Each bundle has five blooms in bright spring colors, perfect for indoor spaces. Farmers' Market Herb Live Wreath & Garland Add a pop of color and flair to your front door a fresh look with this decorative wreath from Williams Sonoma.
Given that ParkerBrand had allocated greater resources to paid media, higher performance objectives were set for 2019. Overall, the goal was to grow revenue rapidly over a short period of time whilst maintaining the return on ad spend (ROAS) to remain profitable. This translated into the following objectives: Achieve a minimum of 10:1 ROAS "Grow revenue as much as possible" from a year-on-year perspective
We've been rigorously testing work-from-home gear for years-even prior to the Covid-19 remote work boom-and that includes dozens of office chairs and desks. Branch furniture has made standouts that are highlighted in our guides over and over again. Its Presidents' Day deals have been extended, bringing some of the better discounts we've seen on essentials we've tested like chairs and desks.
A favorite of backpackers, outdoor adventurers, and national park wanderers alike, Cotopaxi is known for its deceptively spacious bags, outdoor gear, protective clothing, and colorful styles. I've spent my fair share of time trekking up and down the country with my own Cotopaxi bag ( Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack), which has seen such sights as Acadia National Park and downtown Boston, and on a recent trip to Italy, my travel partner brought hers along the Amalfi Coast.
When it comes to the ultimate easygoing, elevated bedding, you'll want to reach for the best linen sheets. This fabric is an old faithful with great range, seen everywhere from Scandi-style beach houses to cozy, colorful city apartments, owing to their breathability and relaxed look. And while you may think linen is just for summer and waterfront locales-yes, the moisture-wicking fabric works beautifully for body temperature regulation-the cozy, long-lasting material has become increasingly popular year-round for sheets, duvets, and shams for any style or space.
The change stems from the 2025 amendment to the Federal Tax Code, which has sparked controversy in the sector following the reform of Article 30-B. This provision stipulates that taxpayers providing digital services must grant tax authorities permanent, real-time online access only to the information necessary to verify compliance with tax obligations, as recorded in their systems or records. When asked about the reform, the Digital Transformation and Telecommunications Agency referred EL PAIS to the SAT.
A tool-filled Lowe's superstore is now about as big as a New York City block. The focus stays mostly on appliances and tools for the home DIYer, more than large building contractors. I like to pop in for grill and griddle tools, or just some propane. But you can also buy a pre-finished door complete with the frame-or the lumber, sanders, routers, and saws you'd use to make your own door, including the hinges and the wood stain.
DoorDash ( Nasdaq: DASH), Figma ( NYSE: FIG) and eBay ( Nasdaq: EBAY) all report calendar Q4 2025 earnings tonight after the close. The companies represent starkly different corners of the internet economy: one powering local delivery at scale, another reinventing a 30-year-old marketplace with AI, and a third a recent SaaS IPO. Yet, each stock has been under the same pressure recently. Fears around AI disruption have sent each of these company's stock south.
I believed technology could reshape the jewelry industry entirely-changing how customers find pieces they love, personalizing their own designs, and reimagining the customer experience. We launched as a digital-first venture to do just that. Now, two decades into our pioneering digital journey, I've realized something surprising: Our most sophisticated online tools have actually made in-person interactions more valuable. I believe the brands leading the next wave of innovation aren't choosing between digital and physical. They're using digital excellence to help create meaningful in-person connections and lifelong brand affinity.
- payment consulting agency for digital businesses reveals what changing in the industry and how one can keep up. Bringing relevant payment solutions to the checkout today means not just to integrate all the providers and make settlements, but to understand the audience and create innovation within the same old patterns. Simple ways over complex structures Technology advancement is not what companies, and more importantly consumers, look for in payments on a daily basis. Just a few years ago merchants were chasing all available payment methods and were aiming a real patchwork of different options for everyone. Orchestration systems that could handle dozens of settings were on their rise.
Founded in 2011, Depop generated approximately $1 billion in gross merchandise sales - the total value of goods sold through its platform - in 2025. In the U.S., the company saw nearly 60% year-over-year growth. As of December 31, 2025, the marketplace had seven million active buyers, nearly 90% of whom were under 34, and more than three million active sellers.
The Bouqs story starts long before the company appeared on . Co‑founders John Tabis and Juan Pablo "JP" Montúfar met at Notre Dame, connecting around a shared frustration with the traditional floral industry. The two founded The Bouqs in 2012 and designed the company to ship bouquets directly from farms to customers' doors. The choice cut out middlemen and pushed against legacy models, where orders bounce from website to wholesalers to local florists.
Boohoo Group has launched a £35m share placing as it seeks to strengthen its balance sheet and support its long-running turnaround, sending its shares down 10 per cent in early trading. The Manchester-based fast-fashion retailer, which rebranded last year as Debenhams Group to reflect the stronger performance of that label, said the equity raise would provide additional liquidity and help create what it described as an "optimal capital structure".
The outlook for 2026 I'm watching 2026 with equal parts optimism and urgency. Optimism because consumer demand is still there. Retail sales have remained resilient in recent data. Urgency because the operating environment is only getting tighter. Coming out of FY2025, large retailers demonstrated resilience amid inflation pressure, shifting consumer behavior, and global supply-chain complexity. Walmart raised its outlook and leaned further into a model that blends physical stores, e-commerce scale, and execution discipline.
Remember back in 2021 when everyone thought a cartoon monkey was the peak of human financial evolution? Well, we have come a long way since then. If you are reading this in 2026, you already know that the "NFTs are dead" crowd was mostly wrong. They were just looking at the wrong things. While the hype around speculative art might have cooled, the actual tech behind digital ownership has grown into a massive, sturdy engine for the global economy.
The IKEA KALLAX has been a fixture in every apartment I've had since college. I love it for its simple design and impressive storage capacity, which make it versatile for any room - bedroom, living room, closet, you name it. I thought I was familiar with every color and style of the KALLAX, but I was wrong. I recently stumbled upon a dark, jewel-toned version that stands out because it swaps the classic uniform cubes for shelves of varying heights,
Luke Arnel Cameron didn't launch his first year on TikTok Shop with a warehouse, a call center, or a giant ad budget. He launched with a camera and a livestream. "We launched November, 2024 ... in the UK. Our first livestream, we did 70,000 pounds," he says. "In our first year, we've done over 650,000 orders." It's not the typical outcome, but it is a revealing one.
If you've been dreaming of adding a mid-sized SUV to your cart alongside a bulk pack of granola bars and a new air fryer-well, we're not quite there yet. But that day is getting closer: Amazon has officially rolled out its car-buying program. But before you prepare your driveway to make room for a two-ton Prime delivery, you should know that buying a car on Amazon isn't exactly like buying a Kindle.
