How hazardous are herbal remedies? Aug 29, 2008
Buying online treatments for any medical condition "is a gamble", Fraser noted. Herbal products aren't just being bought and used to treat medical ailments. (Hindu)
EBay plans to deemphasize online-auction model Aug 20, 2008
"Buying online has changed," said Scot Wingo, chief executive of the market research firm ChannelAdvisor. "Retail sites no longer make customers choose between convenience and price.". (Boston Globe)
Amazon.com buying Canadian used bookseller AbeBooks Aug 3, 2008
com Inc. said it s buying online bookseller AbeBooks for an undisclosed price. AbeBooks is based in Victoria, British Columbia, and has more than 110 million books, primarily used, for sale on its various websites worldwide. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Blinkx Remote aggregates web TV Jul 31, 2008
" Blinkx claims that its patented video search engine can filter out video spam, illegal clips and inappropriate material. Furthermore, Blinkx Remote users will be able to sign up to receive alerts through RSS or email when a new show is posted. Blinkx Remote is available now in the UK. A US version is in the works, but no date has been confirmed. Tags: Further reading Related articles Related whitepapers Related jobs Do you agree? Most read stories Most commented stories Search vnunet IThound... (VNUNet.com)
O2 still reeling from iPhone rush Jul 26, 2008
"We are confident that all customers who want an iPhone 3G will get one by the end of the summer.' The retail only policy will also apply to the iPhone upgrade program, which lets users trade in the first-generation iPhone for the new handset in exchange for an extended commitment on their contract. iPhone buyers in the UK can also obtain the handset from Carphone Warehouse and Apple retail stores. O2's struggles are only a small part of a worldwide iPhone 3G shortage. US carrier AT&T has warned... (VNUNet.com)
Risks In Ordering Drugs By Internet On The Rise Jul 21, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 20, 2008) A report from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy concludes that consumers are facing a growing risk of getting counterfeit drugs because of rising Internet sales of medical drugs, projected to reach upwards of 75 billion by 2010. The report calls for stronger enforcement legislation than current proposals in Congress. (Science Daily)
UK shoppers spend 145m a day online Jul 18, 2008
The 26-year-old horticulturist finds buying online useful for work and is also going to the high street far less for her personal items. She said: "It's great for plants, I do recommend it to customers if they are looking for something very specialised but I also use it to find particular plants I'm looking for that aren't available locally.". (Scotsman)
PM Lee says public sector should embrace entrepreneurial culture Jul 18, 2008
Charles Wong, managing director of Charles International, said: "US online business is big. If we can have just 10 per cent of people buying online from us, easily, it's millions of people. If you are selling 30 US dollars, that's like 30 million US dollars immediately.". Another key area is educating the young about running a business. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Oyster card system clams up Jul 15, 2008
" Once the error was discovered turnstiles were left open to stop anyone else having their cards wiped. TFL has now taken on 150 temporary staff to handle the replacement of cards. An investigation has now been launched to find the precise cause of the problem. Tags: Further reading There is such a thing as a free ride Londoners' travel information up for grabs Mind the gap Barclaycard and Computer Cab hook up on Wave and Pay service Related articles New passwords on the way to website owners... (VNUNet.com)
Internet Shopping: A Time and Money... Jul 15, 2008
For those who want to begin buying online but are nervous or have questions, it s best to start out with a large, well-known retailer such as Target. Nationwide retailers and established sites like Overstock. (Suite101.com)
MP3 sales soar at 7digital Jul 13, 2008
" Since the introduction of EMI and Warner Music's DRM-free catalogues, 7digital.com has been attracting record numbers of iPod and iPhone users, as well as those using Samsung, Nokia, BlackBerry and Sony Walkman devices and mobile phones. The site was also the leading MP3 retailer of the new Coldplay album Viva la Vida, beating competitors HMV, Play.com, Tesco, Woolworths and Napster. However, it was pipped by iTunes as the overall digital retailer of the album. 7digital now boasts around four... (VNUNet.com)
Looking for a new ride? Jul 13, 2008
Unfortunately, buying online simply adds to the cost of transporting the vehicle to her lot. Plus, she has no idea about the quality of the vehicleshes buying sight unseen. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
As In Regular Commerce, E-Commerce Outlook Iffy Jul 13, 2008
The convenience of buying online from home on a PC instead of using gas to drive to a store is less of an advantage when consumers have less money to spend, Mulpuru says. Now Less Optimistic. (Investors Business Daily)
Red faces at Daily Mail after data loss Jul 8, 2008
" The news will be highly embarrassing to the paper, which has run many news and comment pieces on the government s data loss mistakes. Melanie Philips, columnist for the Daily Mail, was particularly scathing of one civil servant who lost his laptop. One's mouth just drops open at all this, she wrote. Clearly, the depth of official incompetence in Britain is simply fathomless and inexhaustible. And, maybe, that's all there is to any of it. Tags: Further reading Procedures have not translated... (VNUNet.com)
Myth Buster: Overexposure Often Marks Tops Jul 1, 2008
CEO Jeff Bezos was named Time Magazine's Person of the Year, a pick that lauded not just the visionary executive but the revolutionary concept of buying online. Despite this publicity coup, it was a death sentence for the stock, and not just because the tech-stock bubble burst. (Investors Business Daily)
Virgin Media loses 3000 customer bank details Jun 25, 2008
We are very sorry this situation has occurred and for the inconvenience this has caused our customers," said the company statement. Virgin has reported the data loss to the Office of the Information Commissioner (ICO), which is investigating the incident. A spokeswoman for the ICO told VNUnet that the investigation has only just begun and no decision has yet been made as to what action will be taken against Virgin Media Under the newly enacted Criminal Justice and Immigration Act the ICO has the... (VNUNet.com)
Adobe issues critical fix Jun 25, 2008
Yes, it's exactly the same as buying online here. Yes, you can often pick up a real bargain. (VNUNet.com)
Why selling the Pill online could put women's health at risk Jun 24, 2008
By buying online, a patient's health is not monitored. There is simply no substitute for seeing a GP when a woman - whatever her age - wants to take the Pill. (Daily Mail)
EU to tear down cross-border Web shopping barriers Jun 20, 2008
Kuneva also wants to crack down on unannounced fees and charges faced by consumers buying online, and practices such as the use of pre-checked boxes for buying costly options like insurance when buying travel tickets. (Editing by David Cowell and Tony Austin). (Yahoo News -- Technology)
10 Ways to Cut Wedding Costs Jun 20, 2008
" Even if table linens and chair covers are provided, blank walls and basic furnishings require more in the way of flowers, lights and other accoutrements. On the other hand, building features like fireplaces, fountains, gardens and even crown molding can reduce or eliminate the need for decorations. 3) Rent a cake At up to $15 per slice, haute couture cakes may be wow-worthy, but they often unnecessarily weigh on a couple's budget. You don't have to spend a small fortune to get that elaborate... (SmartMoney)
Your Turn: The Jun 17, 2008
This is not a handheld phenomenon, though, since DS games still cost around $20 more locally compared to buying online. It seems strange, then, that the figures indicate that Sony products have the smallest difference between local retail and online purchase (PSP) and the largest (PS3 games and Dual Shock 3 controller). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Think locally for shopping choices Jun 12, 2008
mkjnhg wrote on Jun 5, 2008 1:50 PM:" The village needs to realize that they cannot charge outrageous prices as well. I have lived up here for 24 years and do not shop in the village for that reason. Yes now a days it doesnt' make sense to drive dth for one item just to save a few pennies, but folks are buying online and saving their trips dth for when they have lots to buy.Also I would shop in the village more if merchants hired employees that actually cared about their customers. Most do not.... (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Online Pharmacies: Dangerous Prescription? Jun 1, 2008
Then there are people who say they're too embarrassed or too busy to get to the doctor, and that buying online is easier and more private. But that creates another serious problem: People are looking to the Internet to diagnose their own illnesses, then searching for the recommended drugs online, leaving doctors completely out of the equation - a very dangerous practice. (CBS News)
Planning Classroom Resources May 25, 2008
Consider Buying Online Resources for Computer Learning. With the rapid pace of technology learning, teachers need to be on the ball with all types of computer learning resources such as learning games. (Suite101.com)
Canadian Lawrence Hill captures Commonwealth Writers' Prize May 20, 2008
Media and entertainment company CBS Corp. is buying online news and information provider CNET Networks Inc. for $1. 8 billion US in cash, the two companies announced Thursday. (CBC.ca)
Subsc00001174ribe May 14, 2008
Select if you are buying online access for multiple users. I want to subscribe to. (Nature News Service)
Tips to ease the impacts of airline fees May 13, 2008
Buying a ticketUnless you're buying online, talking to a human being will cost you. American is charging $20 to buy a ticket at the airport. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Teenage clicksUnder-18s are going online to buy alcohol and pornography May 10, 2008
That's great if it's a CD, book or generic product being procured but that self-same ease of purchase is increasingly of concern to parents who can no longer control what their children are buying online. Young people are using the anonymity of the web to buy all types of products suitable only for adults - made easy by purchasing prepaid credit cards which don't require stringent proof of age. (BBC News -- UK)
Consumer Campaign Launched to Offset a Million Tons of Carbon by 2012 Apr 21, 2008
Marketing manager Nadeem Azam said: "As people actually get paid to offset their carbon, we believe this will increase awareness on climate change and encourage more people to go green." "We estimate an average family can offset their entire carbon emissions just by buying the things they buy anyway and still pocket about GBP380 every year, without spending a penny extra." "It will take less than 1% of UK people buying online to support this campaign to reach this million ton target." froggybank... (PR Newswire)
You can be an adventurer - got a checkbook? Apr 20, 2008
You can save $4 per ticket by buying online. Visit. (Boston Globe)
Affordable Wedding Flowers Apr 14, 2008
As always, read the fine print and return policy before buying online. celebrity writers. (Suite101.com)
Journal-ist: Freedom of Choice Apr 13, 2008
He calls these "hedonistic motivations" and learned that consumers prone to them had a tendency toward "unplanned and hasty" buying online. To capitalize on such motivations, online vendors can design Web sites that stir feelings of technological control and adventure -- not so much with jungle motifs, but by promoting ideas of newness. (FastCompany)
Yahoo set to become one-stop shop for display ads Apr 8, 2008
Besides relying on engineering developed by its own engineers, Amp draws on technology that Yahoo picked up by buying online ad service Right Media and Blue Lithium last year for a total of $781 million. Selling advertisers on Amp may prove to be easier than convincing Yahoo's shareholders that the new platform is a better bet than selling to Microsoft, whose unsolicited takeover offer was initially valued at $44. (India Times)
Online retailing hits a plateau Apr 1, 2008
THE image of the rapidly growing online retail market has suffered a blow with new research suggesting timid traditional retailers are behind behind a surprise plateau in the number of people buying online ... As a result those already buying online were now restricting their behaviour while those who have never purchased online said they had not intention of starting anytime soon. (The Australian)
It pays to shop around Mar 31, 2008
" Getprice currently aggregates from about 400 retailers in Australia, the majority of which are online-only outlets. "Our model is to take every day an update of the prices and products the shops are selling and then categorise it and present that as a price comparison for users," says Mr Hitchen. He believes there is now "a lot less" fear amongst Australian consumers about buying online. "Even the credit card companies are now providing a guarantee to the consumer that their purchase is safe,... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
National Home Show: two-for-one admission offered by the homeowner's bank on Laurentian Bank Day Mar 19, 2008
To benefit, visitors must first visit the National Home Show's Web site at , and enter the code "Laurentienne" while buying online tickets. On this day, the Bank invites people to visit its booth, located right in the middle of the showroom, and test their knowledge by participating in "Are you an expert?", an interactive quiz on housing. (Canada Newswire)
Microsoft buying online ad firm Rapt Mar 15, 2008
said it's buying online advertising company for an undisclosed amount. San Francisco-based Rapt provides digital media publishers with technology and information regarding how much to charge for digital advertising. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Sellers beware, scammers Mar 3, 2008
It is a risk to take when buying online. Posted by: sarah on March 3, 2008 3:08 PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Apple Hits Second Place in US Retail Music Sales Mar 1, 2008
Legal downloads from online retailers like iTunes now account for 10 percent of the total music acquired in the US. The number of people buying online music increased 5 million to 29 million this year over last. According to NPD, sales growth was largely driven by consumers age 36 to 50. (PC World)
Microsoft buys Israeli online advertising company Mar 1, 2008
is buying online advertising targeting company of Tel Aviv, Israel. The purchase price wasn't disclosed but reports from Israel indicate that the Redmond software giant (NASDAQ: MSFT) paid between $20 million and $30 million for the 2-year-old company. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Yahoo Relaunches Its Online Video Service Feb 16, 2008
Yahoo (nasdaq: - - ), which just announced buying online video tech provider Maven Networks, has quietly relaunched its consumer video service. The service, which has been retooled a few times and hasn t been a big competition to the likes of YouTube and others, still has the traffic funnel of Yahoo, so has to be taken into contention. (Forbes -- Business)
Brewers notes: Parking changes unveiled Feb 16, 2008
" For weekend games, prices are up $2-$3 for game-day purchases. General parking will cost $10 and preferred $18. For all other dates, including Monday-Thursday games, the two exhibitions against the Royals in late March and the "Spring Madness" dates from May 9-12, general parking remains $8, both for advance- and day-of-game purchase. Preferred parking is $12 in advance and $15 on game day. For all dates but Opening Day, the price of bus parking remains the same: $25 in advance and $40 on game... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Jam Session a unique experience Feb 14, 2008
Fans buying online are advised to use TicketMaster's Ticket Fast print at home system to avoid lines at will call Friday night. Tickets are $20, plus convenience charges. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Yahoo Acquires Video Service for $160M Feb 13, 2008
Undeterred by the threat of a hostile takeover, slumping Internet pioneer Yahoo Inc. completed an acquisition of its own Tuesday by buying online video service Maven Networks Inc. for $160 million. The deal marks Yahoo's latest attempt to expand its online advertising network and snap out of a two-year financial funk that has culminated in unsolicited takeover offer from Microsoft Corp.. (ABC News -- Wire)
Yahoo mobile service aims to drives web-mobile convergence Feb 13, 2008
The announcements was made in Barcelona as Yahoo copes with Microsoft's unsolicited bid for Yahoo and as Yahoo completed an acquisition of its own, buying online video service Maven Networks Inc for $US160 million ($A177. 01 million). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
A getaway quickie Feb 13, 2008
95, with discounts of up to $10 offered when buying online. Clara Bosonetto Maerz is a retired travel consultant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Yahoo! 'Legg' Work Feb 13, 2008
completed an acquisition of its own yesterday by buying online video service Maven Networks for 160 million. The deal marks Yahoo. (New York Post -- Business)
Voters pass school expansion referendums in Unit 5 Feb 6, 2008
nonsense wrote on Feb 5, 2008 11:15 PM:" Just so all of you understand, living in a nicer neighborhood is not a matter of luck. I work very hard for the money I earn, and that, and the fact that I am willing to do with out some other things, gives me the privilege of living in a nicer neighborhood. This does not mean that I should shoulder the burden of the rest of the lazy people who keep whining about me being selfish. I agree with "if this passes" I will make up the latest tax burden by... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Not-so-happy returns: More retailers adopt stricter policies Feb 1, 2008
Read the fine print when buying online. Some merchants will pay shipping costs for exchanges but not for returns. (USA Today -- Money)
30-year rates see first rise in '08 Feb 1, 2008
com Inc. is buying online audiobook seller Audible Inc. for $300 million in a bid to expand its reach in digital audio content. Audible's catalog includes about 80,000 audiobooks, radio programs, spoken-word selections and other digital content for download. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
EBay sees chief executive resign Jan 24, 2008
It has since grown into a multi-billion dollar firm with 15,000 employees and has expanded into a variety of businesses, including buying online payments service PayPal and internet telephone service provider Skype. But growth in its core listings business has stagnated and analysts are keenly anticipating a new strategy to deal with increasing competition. (BBC News -- Technology)
Valley lacks big book stores Jan 24, 2008
glowstar wrote on Jan 23, 2008 9:15 AM:" even steve jobs said americans don't read any more. but actually...i still love browsing at a good bookstore, even if i do end up usually just buying online. the only exception...borders. if you get one of their free rewards cards, you can get coupons by email that oftentimes are for 30% off any book of your choice. i vote for borders for my hometown. ". gymjunkie wrote on Jan 23, 2008 8:46 AM:" One of the requirements for a big book store to open up is... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Wpp's Chief To Net More For His Web Jan 21, 2008
January 21, 2008 -- WPP boss Sir Martin Sorrell - who's been on the prowl since buying online ad firm 24/7 Real Media last year - is close to making another significant acquisition in the digital ad space. "We'll be making one or two announcements of further digital acquisitions" this week, Sorrell told Bloomberg News yesterday. (New York Post -- Business)
Online privacy concerns increase Jan 18, 2008
Sixty-one per cent of adult Americans said they were very or extremely concerned about the privacy of personal information when buying online, an increase from 47 per cent in 2006. Before last year, that figure had largely been dropping since 2001. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Full Story » Jan 16, 2008
Over the years, online retailers have solved problems associated with buying online, he said. Shipping times are down to under a week for the cheapest shipping, Sherwood said, [and] even when you consider the shipping charge, we're still saving the student 132 on average orders. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
CES Special: A Chat with Microsoft's Bill Gates Jan 9, 2008
There's no single application like word processing or buying online or watching video or organizing your photos that everybody says, "Oh, I've got to have a robot." I mean maybe the niche of the Roombas is, a tiny bit, but most of the activity is people trying out things where they themselves get hands on and do some of the programming. Some of it's just fun, kinda contest stuff or a toy that kinda marches around. (Scientific American)
Where can you smoke? Jan 2, 2008
They'll keep buying online, creating an ironclad paper trail of their transactions. Let 'em. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Pentax Optio Z10 expensive at Rs 20990 Dec 31, 2007
The only issue with buying online is with warranty in case something bad happens to the camera. or to post comments. (TopNews)
Christmas aftermath Dec 27, 2007
Some retailers have different return policies depending on whether you shopped online or in a store, so look for return policies when buying online or from catalogs. Sometimes merchandise can be returned to a store; otherwise, you may be charged a shipping fee to return or exchange an item. (Thomaston Times, GA)
Shoppers Targeted By Post-Holiday Discounts Dec 27, 2007
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Post-Holiday Discounts To Attract Gift Card Shoppers. (KSBW 8, CA)
Late rush of customers fails to help US retailers Dec 26, 2007
Michael McNamara, the vice-president for research and analysis at MasterCard Advisors, said shoppers buying online led the growth in spending, with internet sales increasing 22 per cent from November 23 to December 24. "If you were expecting this holiday season to stimulate a new ramp-up in growth I think you'd be disappointed," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Online Shopping Complaints Soar At Christmas Dec 24, 2007
" Advertisement Over the Christmas period, Royal Mail has delivered more than two billion letters and packages.Sam Tappenden, a spokeswoman for Consumer Direct, believes the increase in complaints are being blown out of proportion."The reason our internet claims are on the up is because more people are buying online year on year," she said."We get about 1. 7 million calls a year so it puts these figures into perspective. (Sky News)
Facebook users given grammatical freedom Dec 21, 2007
Reeling from public outcry against a viral advertising effort, in which it published information about what members were doing and buying online, Facebook declined to speak about this issue. The company had hinted in November that it would drop the verb. (CNN -- Tech)
FacehookedFacebook is valued at 7.5bn. But can this be sustained? Dec 21, 2007
Another advertising feature, which Facebook dubbed "Beacon", told users what their friends were buying online. This prompted a vocal revolt from thousands of users and Facebook hastily changed the feature. (BBC News -- Business)
World wide wonderful Dec 19, 2007
Buying Online for the teenage/ twenty-something crowd is a little tricky. Young people are hyper-aware of everything consumable, especially on the Internet. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
