• Business
• By Elvis C
• 2025 年 1 月 16 日

Starbucks Tightens Access: End of the ‘Third Place’ Era?

Starbucks, once a beacon of inclusivity with its ‘third place’ philosophy, has significantly altered its open-door policy. Multiple news outlets, including CBS News, Forbes, USA Today, 6ABC Philadelphia, NPR, the Austin American-Statesman and Today.com, are reporting that customers will now be required to make a purchase to sit in the cafe or use the restrooms. This reversal marks a departure from the 2018 policy that allowed non-paying individuals to utilize their facilities. The d...

• Consumer Awareness
• By Elvis C
• 2025 年 1 月 1 日

Walmart New Year’s Day 2025: Will the Giant Retailer Be Open?

Walmart New Year’s Day 2025: A Shopper’s Guide

The countdown to 2025 is on, and for many, that means last-minute shopping. But what about the nation’s largest retailer? Will Walmart be open on New Year’s Day, allowing shoppers to grab those forgotten party essentials or stock up on groceries? This year, as with most years, Walmart will likely operate with adjusted hours, a common practice for many major retailers during the holiday season. While specific hours var...