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Quick news from around the Web...

Jet.com prepares for launch and Amazon, Walmart takeover

Target launches 'local pride' designs in 15 Boston stores to woo local customers

Activist investor Starboard Value pressuring Macy's to spin off stores into real estate investments

Groupon acquires mobile food order and delivery service OrderUp

Ross Stores announces opening of 27 new locations

And finally... Wendy's new videos are sweeping the social media sphere, with almost 30 million views since their release last week, proving once again that bacon is the main attraction for the restaurant chain. Story

 

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