The FBI has opened a 22,000 sq ft Cyber Range in Huntsville, Alabama, designed to simulate cyberattacks. This facility, resembling a replica town, allows for training and research on digital crime scenarios without risk of external contamination.
Eileen Fox, a convenience store worker in Bootle, was sacked after tackling a suspected shoplifter. She claims the woman was a repeat offender and that staff are unable to intervene without facing punishment.
Convenience stores near Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square experienced a significant sales boost on June 12th, coinciding with a public viewing event for the World Cup match between South Korea and Czech Republic. Sales of beer, snacks, and convenience foods saw dramatic increases, with some stores reporting up to 180 times higher beer sales. Umbrella sales also surged due to the hot weather.
Japan is experiencing shortages of plastic products like bags and packaging due to disrupted naphtha supplies caused by the war in Iran. This has led to production cuts, increased costs, and a shift towards monochrome packaging by major retailers.
Convenience store chain Seven-Eleven has launched a new 'Kale & Pineapple Smoothie' as part of its strategy to promote instant smoothies. The drink, containing Korean kale, pineapple, apple, and carrot cubes, has only 70 calories and is expected to appeal to health-conscious consumers. The company plans to expand its instant smoothie operations significantly by September.
A police inspector in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, accidentally left his handgun with live ammunition and its holster in a convenience store toilet in Shimonoseki City. A customer found the items about 40 minutes later and alerted store staff, who then called the police. The weapon was recovered without incident.
Seven-Eleven has launched 'Seven Restart,' a communication program aimed at strengthening ties with its nationwide franchise owners and fostering a culture of mutual growth. The program will tour six regions across the country until early August, focusing on store operations education, Q&A sessions on mutual growth policies, and meetings with management.
A South Carolina jury found Chikei Rick Chow, 61, not guilty of murder in the 2023 shooting death of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton. The verdict sparked outrage from the victim's family, who vowed to pursue civil action.
South Korean convenience store card payments totaled an estimated 12.6 trillion won from January to April this year, a 3.1% increase from the same period last year. GS25 led in total payments, followed by CU, Seven-Eleven, and Emart24.
Convenience stores GS25 and Seven-Eleven are launching new products featuring local specialties and seasonal ingredients, responding to the growing 'Roconomy' and 'Seasonal Core' trends. GS25 collaborated with a kimbap curator for a series using regional produce, while Seven-Eleven partnered with Harim for a ramen inspired by a traditional Ulleungdo dish.
New Taipei City's Senior Citizen Card will allow monthly 300-point usage at farmers' markets, pharmacies, and convenience stores starting in the latter half of next year. Councilor Chen Nai-yu urges prompt release of details to ensure accessibility for seniors in remote areas.
Toshifumi Suzuki, the visionary who transformed 7-Eleven into the world's largest convenience store chain, has passed away. He opened Japan's first 7-Eleven in 1974 and expanded it globally, notably by turning the struggling US headquarters into a subsidiary.
A dog accidentally discharged a shotgun in a Nebraska convenience store parking lot, striking a woman in the arm. The incident occurred when the dog moved in the truck's back seat, causing the loaded weapon to fire. The woman's injuries are not life-threatening.
Morrisons announced plans to close over 100 loss-making Morrisons Daily convenience stores, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The company blamed rising costs from government policies, including minimum wage and employer national insurance increases.
Morrisons plans to close more loss-making Morrisons Daily convenience stores, acquired through its 2022 McColls deal. The company cited "significant cost increases resulting from government policy choices" as an exacerbating factor. This follows previous closures and job cut risks at its headquarters.
Pat Gentile, diagnosed with breast cancer, felt self-conscious after losing her hair. A stranger's compliment at a convenience store gave her courage. She credits the kindness as a turning point.
U.S. beer sales dropped 6.3% year over year as of May 2, exceeding expected declines, with convenience stores hit hardest (-9%) due to high gas prices ($4.51/gallon) impacting discretionary spending.
FamilyMart and Bookoff Group Holdings have launched a trial in 30 Tokyo stores to collect used goods. Items will be resold overseas or recycled into new fiber, expanding on FamilyMart's existing food donation program.
Unionized cargo workers and BGF Logis have signed a collective agreement, ending a 10-day blockade of logistics centers. The deal includes a 7 percent increase in freight rates, improved working conditions, and formal recognition of union bargaining rights.
The new design is cheaper and will even fit in convenience store parking lots.
