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10+ min ago (258+ words) A charity which provides shoes to children is back in operation following a setback when a city retailer closed down. The Coventry Children's Boot Fund has been going since 1983, but its service was put under threat with the closure of the children's shoe section at one of its suppliers in December last year. The charity, which provides about 500 pairs of shoes per year, now has an agreement with shoe firm Clarks which will accept vouchers issued by the organisation. The charity was "really excited" to be back in operation again, said volunteer Janet McConkey who has been given an MBE for her work. She said families with children at schools in Coventry could ask for an application form, and once verified the charity would then issue vouchers to eligible applicants. Since the previous supplier shut they had not been able…...

22+ min ago (787+ words) The iconic gift will only set you back "1.99 HOME Bargains shoppers are scrambling to pick up a new toy that looks just like a 90s favourite. Customers have spotted the budget retailer selling a "1.99 gadget that many say look just like an iconic toy that took over playgrounds in the late 90s and early 00s. The colourful "Pixel Pet" keyrings are priced at just "1.99, making them a bargain stocking filler for little ones or a sentimental throwback for grown-up millennials who remember the original craze. Shoppers have likened it to a Tamagotchi, with one user saying: "The Tamagotchi has comeback." Each device features bright pixel art, interactive games and simple care tasks, promising endless entertainment. With 168 virtual pets to choose from, the toys offer feeding, playing and pocket-sized adventures for children aged eight and up. Read more on retro toys UK"s "best…...

29+ min ago (1116+ words) Decades ago, QVC hosts would finish up their breathless pitches of Diamonique jewelry and Miracle Belt "tummy slimming" straps with a familiar phrase. "Let's go to the phones," they would declare, as orders seemingly began to roll in on the leading TV shopping channel. Today, QVC hosts are making the same pitch, but with a new catchphrase: "Let's go to the comments." That's because they're selling on TikTok Shop, a rapidly growing online marketplace within the popular video app. It's a far cry from the numbers that TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, achieves in China, where even by 2022 shoppers were spending over $200 billion on its version of the app, Douyin, according to the data and business intelligence company Statista. It's also well below the earnings from Amazon, which earned $638 billion in sales last year. But two years in, TikTok Shop, which…...

30+ min ago (390+ words) GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce launched a campaign last week to support small local businesses as holiday shopping ramps up. The "Keep the Cheer Here" campaign promotes shopping and supporting local businesses and includes an interactive game open to anyone. Candace Carnahan, President & CEO of the GJ Area Chamber of Commerce, said the campaign gives thanks to organizations that strengthen the local economy. "They are employing your friends and families and neighbors, keeping food on the table, roofs over our heads," Carnahan said. "By turning around and making sure that we're supporting local as much as possible during the holiday season, we're supporting the whole community." Carnahan said support comes in many forms. Whether it's by shopping, interacting with the business on social media, leaving reviews, or referring friends, all help promote local shopping....

30+ min ago (224+ words) [ChatGPT Shopping Research Feature Rollout Complete, Announces OpenAI; Now Available to Free, Go, Plus and Pro Users]OpenAI has completed the rollout of its shopping research feature in ChatGPT, enabling users to explore and find relevant products efficiently. Designed to support smarter purchasing decisions, the tool analyses user queries to present suitable options. The feature is now available on both mobile and web for all logged-in ChatGPT users across Free, Go, Plus, and Pro plans. OpenAI recently introduced a shopping research feature in ChatGPT that allows users to find relevant products The ChatGPT shopping research tool helps users make informed purchasing decisions The feature conducts extensive research on a product after the user enters a query and identifies the most suitable options OpenAI announced that the rollout is now complete, stating, "Shopping research is starting to roll out today on…...

34+ min ago (527+ words) A gold ring discovered by metal detectorist Andrew Rose near Robert Catesby's birthplace in England may be linked to Guy Fawkes' 1605 Gunpowder Plot conspiracy. Catesby was a leader of the plot to trigger a Catholic uprising against the throne. A historic gold ring from the English countryside will go under the hammer this month " and experts believe it may be linked to one of the most infamous conspiracies in British history. The piece of jewelry was uncovered by metal detectorist Andrew Rose, who found it six inches in the ground in Bushwood, Warwickshire, about 20 miles southeast of Birmingham. The artifact features an inner inscription reading "Your Frende in Deede," a message thought to symbolize loyalty." EXPERTS INTRIGUED AFTER THRIFT SHOPPER SPOTS MYSTERIOUS ANCIENT ARTIFACTS ON SALE FOR $30 The 16th-century band may be tied to the 1605 Gunpowder Plot, an attempt by…...

34+ min ago (118+ words) This 12-inch wall clock is the perfect bit of candy-colored decor for the emoji fanatic in your circle. The curvy blue back mimics the sun's rays, and the red ring in the middle spins to indicate the hour. The yellow foremost disc, emblazoned with a smiley face, is the minute hand. The whole thing rotates once an hour, so you can tell what time it is by the angle of the grinning visage. The first radio signal from Comet 3I/Atlas ends the debate Big Story: How Gen Z toppled Nepal's leader If the US has to build data centers, here's where they should go $25 off $25+ DoorDash Promo Code for New Customers...

39+ min ago (741+ words) This holiday season, shoppers have more artificial intelligence to help with their gift lists. Target, Walmart, Ralph Lauren and other retailers this year unveiled chatbots that act as conversational stylists and shopping assistants. That means people who want to find matching pajamas for the family can ask a chatbot to sort through the options, or for a summary of customer reviews of an air fryer. The goal is to provide shoppers with a tailored and convenient experience, retailers and tech companies said. Many of the new chatbots are "agents," which are programs that act autonomously and can respond to specific questions and context. They go beyond customer service chatbots that could handle only limited questions about returns or the status of an order. The latest chatbots can make holiday shopping more "personalized, efficient and cost-effective," said Lori Schafer, the chief…...

56+ min ago (432+ words) Black Friday Sale has officially arrived in India, and the deals are bigger than ever. From wardrobe upgrades and beauty restocks to home essentials and gifting season prep, every major platform has slashed prices and some offers are honestly too good to miss. If you've been waiting for the right moment to refresh your closet or upgrade your skincare shelf, this is it. To help you shop smarter (and faster), here's a breakdown of where the best deals are, when they go live, and what you should absolutely add to cart before it sells out. Flipkart " Live From 23rd November Ideal for winter wear, sneakers, festive wear, smartwatches, everyday basics, and accessories. Expect lightning deals and bank-card offers on top brands"perfect for gifting season. Nykaa Pink Friday Sale " 21st27th November If there is ONE beauty sale to shop this year, it's…...

1+ hour, 3+ min ago (489+ words) OpenAI has introduced Shopping Research, a new feature in ChatGPT designed to act as a personalised product advisor for researching, comparing and curating buying guides for users directly within a chat." Rolled out across the web and mobile apps for all logged-in users'including Free, Go, Plus, and Pro'the feature is aimed at simplifying the often overwhelming online shopping workflow. Instead of browsing dozens of tabs, users can simply describe what they're looking for: a quiet vacuum for a small apartment, a gaming laptop under $1,000, or a gift for a child who loves art. The tool then asks clarifying questions, pulls information from trusted retail sites, checks prices and availability, and produces a tailored buyer's guide within minutes." During the holiday season, OpenAI is also offering nearly unlimited usage across all plans. Powered by a specialised version of GPT-5 mini, reinforced…...