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Quick news from around the Web

Traditional retailers seen lacking in Web functionality

Teen Retailers face parental disapproval

Barnes & Noble might have smaller stores, still won't price-match own website

Online retailer Birchbox raises $60 million in funding

Square reportedly in acquisition discussions with rivals

And finally...This is not a welcoming retail establishment. Story.

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