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Petaluma’s Annual American Graffiti Celebration

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This weekend, Petaluma gears up for its annual homage to the iconic film "American Graffiti" with an array of festivities sure to delight car enthusiasts and nostalgia seekers alike.

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Usain Bolt fronts Unilever’s new ad campaign for Persil

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The 'Fast Just Got Better' marketing campaign features the eight-time Olympic gold medallist named ‘the world’s fastest man’, Usain Bolt, to showcase the new Persil Wonder Wash laundry detergent.

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Media Giants Depend on Sports As Content Shortages Rise

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As Hollywood emerges from last year's strikes, major media companies are turning to live sports to attract audiences and advertisers. This trend was evident during this year’s Upfront presentations, where media giants showcased their upcoming content and advertising opportunities.

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New Trader Joe’s Opens in SF After 10 Years

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San Francisco's Hayes Valley neighborhood welcomed a highly anticipated new addition on May 17, 2024, with the grand opening of a Trader Joe’s at 555 Fulton St., on the corner of Laguna Street. This event marks the end of a decade-long wait for residents who have been eagerly looking forward to a new grocery store in their area.

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The Trends You Need to Succeed This Holiday Season

October Prime Day is usually an early sign of how consumer spending trends ahead of the holidays. This one was no exception. Our October Prime Day Report breaks down what’s working: the products flying off the shelves, the categories winning big, big brands, and the search terms defining demand. All brought to you via Similarweb’s Shopper Intelligence platform.

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Mercedes-Benz Workers in Alabama Reject Union

RetailWire

In a pivotal moment for autoworkers in the southern United States, employees at a Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama have voted against joining the United Auto Workers (UAW) union. The outcome, with 56% of workers voting against unionization and 44% in favor, comes as a significant setback for the UAW's efforts to expand its influence in the region.

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China’s Property Market Boost: Stocks Surge, Copper Hits Highs

RetailWire

The Chinese government unveiled a comprehensive support package that has sent ripples through financial markets. This initiative includes a slew of measures aimed at stimulating housing demand and addressing the excess inventory burdening developers. The immediate impact was a significant rally in Chinese stocks and a surge in commodity prices, notably copper, which hit record highs.