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National & Local

Chaos again at shopping center 'Europa' in Vilnius: visitors hurried to exit the premises

A small fire in the kitchen of a restaurant at the 'Europa' shopping center in Vilnius caused chaos among visitors, prompting a swift evacuation.

Mar 23 • 08:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Significant Fire Evacuation at the 'Europa' Shopping Center in the Capital

A fire alarm was triggered at the Europa Shopping Center in Vilnius, prompting the evacuation of patrons due to burning wiring in a restaurant kitchen.

Mar 23 • 08:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Study: Every tenth euro spent in online shopping ends up in China

A recent study revealed that 10% of every euro spent in Finnish online shopping goes to China, as domestic e-commerce grows at a faster pace than foreign alternatives.

Mar 23 • 07:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I visited my local charity shop and got lucky when spotting £13 item on shelf'

A person shares their exciting find of a valuable item purchased for just £13 at a local charity shop.

Mar 23 • 07:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Czechs are going on a glorious ride to the West. In Belgium, they shopped for hundreds of millions

Czech shoppers are making significant purchases in Belgium, contributing to major economic activity.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cashless Payments for People with Dementia: Expanding Benefits from Shopping Support

The article discusses the benefits of cashless payment systems for seniors with dementia, highlighting how these systems help manage their daily shopping needs amidst increasing financial challenges like scams.

Mar 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Minimal noise' fan drops to £37 in time for summer and its 'just what shoppers need'

A silent air cooling tower fan is now available for £12.99, down from £49.99, in anticipation of the summer season.

Mar 22 • 11:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Bestselling Anti-Theft Backpacks on Amazon: Security for Under 40 Euros

This article discusses popular anti-theft backpacks available on Amazon for under 40 euros, highlighting their features and security benefits.

Mar 22 • 05:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I love shopping in Aldi – there are four times in the week you get more bang for your buck

A nutritionist advises shoppers on when to get the best deals at Aldi, highlighting four specific times during the week.

Mar 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I stopped shopping in charity but still find brand new items at cheap prices'

A bargain hunter shares their shift from charity shops to alternative shopping methods due to rising prices at thrift stores.

Mar 22 • 04:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I checked Simba’s website - then found the same mattress £550 cheaper elsewhere'

A shopper finds a significant price difference for a mattress listed on a third-party retailer compared to the manufacturer's website.

Mar 22 • 04:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany: Retail shrinks - soon fewer than 300,000 stores

The number of retail stores in Germany is projected to fall below 300,000 this year due to a shift towards online shopping and reduced consumer spending.

Mar 22 • 03:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Tara and Maria sell used panties online - the buyer is an ordinary Finnish man

Tara and Maria run an online store selling used panties and other apparel for fetish purposes to ordinary Finnish men.

Mar 21 • 18:13 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

66 stolen cell phones recovered at Montúfar shopping center

The National Police arrested two suspected thieves involved in the receipt and theft of mobile phones at the Montúfar Shopping Center in Quito, Ecuador, recovering 66 stolen devices.

Mar 21 • 16:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man with 3 arrest warrants is arrested for sexual harassment in shopping mall in Jundiaí

A man with three arrest warrants was caught in a women's bathroom and arrested for sexual harassment in Jundiaí's Maxi Shopping mall.

Mar 21 • 15:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Turning the holiday into mourning: Dead and wounded in a helium explosion in Damietta and outrage on social media

A helium gas explosion in a shopping center in Damietta, Egypt, on the first day of Eid resulted in three deaths and 32 injuries, sparking widespread anger and sadness online.

Mar 21 • 14:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Wilma, 23, bought a familiar product from Temu - soon a serious rash spread all over her body that required 15 doctor visits: 'Oh God, don't order'

A young woman warns others about the potential health risks of products purchased from Chinese online stores after suffering a severe rash that required multiple doctor visits.

Mar 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Tried and tested simple shopping trick that could save you £300

A new shopping strategy suggests that repeatedly checking prices online could lead to increased costs instead of savings.

Mar 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

CEO of shopping giant says end of 6x1 schedule will be bad for Brazil: 'People will earn less'

The CEO of Multiplan, Eduardo Peres, argues that the proposed end to the 6x1 work schedule in Brazil could lead to reduced salaries and increased costs for employers.

Mar 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Millions of shoppers warned 'never use this option' to pay for goods

A consumer rights expert warns shoppers about the dangers of direct bank payments, urging caution in both online and in-person purchases.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Exchange: Fessas' 'shopping' supports Fourlis

The Fourlis stock has shown significant interest, maintaining its value and receiving support from the Fessas Group's investments.

Mar 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In January, consumption remained weak in supermarkets and shopping centers, but rebounded in wholesalers

Consumption in January showed a decline in supermarkets and shopping centers, while there was a slight recovery in wholesale outlets according to INDEC data.

Mar 20 • 21:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Supermarket and shopping center sales fell again at the start of 2026 and consumption remains weak

Sales in supermarkets and shopping centers in Argentina continued to decline in January 2026, indicating weak consumer spending.

Mar 20 • 20:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From the shelves to the shopping malls: the Salvadoran Calleja group's shift in Argentina

The Salvadoran Calleja group is shifting its business focus from supermarkets to shopping malls in Argentina following the sale of 12 hypermarkets.

Mar 20 • 20:27 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

4 best online rug stores worth your money right now — and what to buy from each

The article explores four online rug retailers, highlighting their offerings and tips for choosing the right rug for different living spaces.

Mar 20 • 19:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The way grocery shopping is organized in Polish households has changed. "Two clear trends"

A recent report highlights changes in grocery shopping habits and cooking enjoyment among Poles based on a nationwide survey involving over a thousand participants.

Mar 20 • 19:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Escalators often stop, especially in winter and spring – maintenance is now weekly at the Mikkeli shopping center

The Mikkeli shopping center has started weekly maintenance of its escalators due to frequent stops caused by small stones and other debris, particularly during the winter-spring transition.

Mar 20 • 16:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shoppers mourn 'end of an era' as shop enters administration and closes stores

A beloved UK high street retailer, GAME, is set to close all its remaining standalone stores after 36 years due to declining sales and shifts towards online shopping.

Mar 20 • 14:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Freising: Palm Festival and Sunday Shopping

The traditional Palm Festival in Freising will take place from March 21 to March 23, offering various goods and activities, including Sunday shopping, despite criticism regarding market timing.

Mar 20 • 14:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Man shot victim in shopping center parking lot in broad daylight in Lahti – 4.5 years in prison

A 51-year-old man was sentenced to 4.5 years in prison for attempted murder after he shot another man in a shopping center parking lot in Lahti.

Mar 20 • 14:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Shopping: the Macro group acquired the bank of the Frávega family

The Macro group has acquired 100% of Banco Sáenz from the Frávega family, aiming to enhance its digital business.

Mar 20 • 14:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tesco shoppers spot new flavour of Lipton ice tea and they're so excited

Tesco shoppers are thrilled to discover a new strawberry-flavored Lipton iced tea on store shelves, sparking excitement on social media.

Mar 20 • 14:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pátio Limeira Shopping brings free activities for the weekend

Pátio Limeira Shopping in Brazil is hosting free weekend activities for families, including game workshops and cooking classes for children.

Mar 20 • 13:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

When is the best time to go shopping? See if you agree with others

The article discusses different preferences for grocery shopping times and experiences among consumers in Finland.

Mar 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Demonstrated how to expand 'Panorama': two new buildings will be constructed

The expansion of the shopping center 'Panorama' in Lithuania will involve the construction of two new administrative buildings adjacent to it.

Mar 20 • 12:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

£45 bedding reduced to £18 is 'so soft and luxurious' for spring

A luxurious bedding set has seen a significant price drop, attracting bargain hunters looking for comfort and style.

Mar 20 • 11:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Enhance dinner tables' with Dunelm's 'stylish' £12 'flickering candle' set

Dunelm introduces a £12 flickering candle set designed to enhance dinner tables and sideboards, featuring realistic LED flames and a flameless glow for safety.

Mar 20 • 11:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tesco shoppers can get triple Clubcard points until April 7

Tesco is offering triple Clubcard points for online and in-store purchases until April 7, benefitting customers shopping on Tesco Marketplace.

Mar 20 • 10:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A new shopping park and a cheese factory will be built in Loštice

A new shopping park and a cheese factory are planned to be constructed in Loštice, Czechia.

Mar 20 • 08:58 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

One moment the family was on a shopping trip. The next, Khaled's parents and two brothers were shot in front of him

A family outing turned tragic when Khaled witnessed the shooting of his parents and two brothers during a shopping trip late at night.

Mar 20 • 08:24 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

One moment, the family was on a shopping trip. The next, his parents and two brothers were shot in front of him

A family outing to celebrate Eid tragically turned into a horrific event when the parents and siblings were shot in front of their disabled son.

Mar 20 • 08:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The most attractive deals of the week on Amazon: discounts of up to 74% to welcome spring

Amazon is offering significant discounts, up to 74%, on various products as spring begins, showcasing great deals for online shoppers.

Mar 20 • 05:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Tips for Beginners: How to Find Good Wine – Even If You Don't Know Much About It?

The article offers practical advice for those unfamiliar with wine on how to make educated choices when purchasing it.

Mar 20 • 04:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO AND GALLERY ⟩ Syringes and other ugliness catch the eye in the summer capital

In Pärnu’s city center, contrasting realities are visible just steps from a busy shopping area, highlighting issues of urban neglect and waste.

Mar 19 • 21:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Very dishonest activities detected – warning to everyone from Nordea

Nordea has issued a warning about an increase in scams targeting sellers on online marketplaces, where fraudsters impersonate buyers to steal funds.

Mar 19 • 19:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Avil promotes lectures focused on the creative economy

The Avil group is organizing a series of lectures to enhance knowledge and foster the development of the creative economy as part of the Artisan Week at Shopping Difusora in Brazil.

Mar 19 • 17:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"You little whore, I'll smash your legs to bits!" - a teenage girl was verbally abused in broad daylight in the Viimsi shopping center parking lot

A teenage girl in Viimsi reported a shocking incident where she was verbally attacked by two women while trying to access her brother's car in a tight parking space.

Mar 19 • 16:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Plush velvet throw that stays 'super soft after washing' now cheaper than Dunelm

A plush velvet throw that remains soft after washing is on sale for £18, cheaper than similar options at Dunelm.

Mar 19 • 14:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Limeira Shopping promotes action with swapped socks on Down Syndrome Day

Limeira Shopping is organizing a fun awareness event for International Down Syndrome Day, encouraging visitors to wear mismatched socks for a free ice cream cone.

Mar 19 • 13:54 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Younger Runners at the Rimi Riga Marathon Will Warm Up at the Versatile Children's Day Event

A pre-event for the Rimi Riga Marathon's Children's Day will take place at the Spice shopping center, featuring various sports activities for young participants.

Mar 19 • 13:45 UTC

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