A Short History of Awkward Gift Giving Between U.S. and U.K. Leaders

For foreign leaders seeking to woo President Trump, a thoughtful gift is a time-honored diplomatic tactic. But there are pitfalls.

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Shoppers Embrace ‘Christmas in July’ Amid Rising Costs and Tariff Limbo

People are starting their holiday shopping earlier this year, using summer sales from retailers like Amazon and Walmart to save time and money.

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A Billionaire Gave $1,000 to UMass Dartmouth Graduates. Some Missed Out.

A billionaire gave $1,000 to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth graduates in May. You had to be there.

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How Bath & Body Works Comes Up With Its Holiday Scents

Every year, Bath & Body Works introduces a new scent that it hopes will break through during the shopping season. It doesn’t have to smell like gingerbread.

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Canada’s Postal Strike Hits Christmas Deliveries in Remote Communities

For many remote communities in the sparsely populated nation, Canada Post is the only parcel delivery option. Even Amazon relies on it.

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Giving Love

The act of giving a gift is a vehicle for showing people how you feel. Here are tips to find the perfect present.

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