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An Eddie Bauer store in New York City.

Eddie Bauer didn’t always sell outdoor gear—and Kohl’s wasn’t always a department store. In some cases, these retailers have come a long way from their humble beginnings.

Stacy Conradt


Dog and pony shows were once all the rage.

When people talk about a dog and pony show today, they usually mean a flashy presentation or event that's all about appearances, with little real substance. But where does this phrase come from, and what's its history?

Anne Taylor






ATM convenience comes at a price.

Paying to access your own money seems wrong, but it's how everyone from your bank to your local bar cashes in.

Jake Rossen