"Gift-recycling" boom raises concerns over illegal practices China Daily BEIJING - Recipients of expensive, but unwanted holiday gifts are turning to "gift-recycling" businesses for help getting rid of the things they don't want. At Xiumei, a small cigarette shop in the eastern Chinese city of Nanjing, business has been ... and more »

Most Shoppers Will Show Their Love for Less Than $100 This Valentine's Day ... - MarketWatch (press release)

Most Shoppers Will Show Their Love for Less Than $100 This Valentine's Day ... MarketWatch (press release) Results from PriceGrabber's Valentine's Day shopping survey reveal that 68 percent of consumers who indicated that they plan to celebrate the holiday will spend less than $100 on gifts, with most planning to spend between $25 and $50 total. and more »

Local Valentine's Day Gift Ideas - Patch.com

Local Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Patch.com But, if you wait to the last minute, most prepare holiday-themed arrangements to keep on hand for last-minute shoppers. While gifts of jewelry are offered in small departments within big name stores like Wal-Mart, a wider variety of choices can be ... and more »

Manentine's Day Launches to Celebrate the Man in the Relationship - PR Newswire (press release)

Manentine's Day Launches to Celebrate the Man in the Relationship PR Newswire (press release) The holiday encourages couples to dine at manly restaurants, buy manly gifts, and do manly activities. Even single men can enjoy Manentine's Day by celebrating their friendship with their bros. The holiday provides a platform for significant others to ... and more »

if you value your life please heed my advice… - Patheos (blog)

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if you value your life please heed my advice… Patheos (blog) It's not like it's a real holiday. But it's real enough to women that we do enjoy a little effort and sweetness. Buying ridiculously expensive gifts for such a silly holiday can actually backfire, especially if you aren't married. Retailers expect big bucks for Valentine's Daykypost.com all 3 news articles »