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Japan's convenience stores responded to 6,681 incidents involving women in crisis during 2023, with the number of local koban police boxes declining from 6,455 to 6,215 stations since 2005.

Convenience store franchisee Jaymes Lee Kim Meng started with $20,000 in savings and opened seven convenience stores before turning 30. Meng spoke with Singapore news network CNA Insider about his story and offered advice for young entrepreneurs. 

A domestic violence victim in California discreetly used the 'Signal for Help' hand gesture at a 7-Eleven to alert a bystander, leading to her rescue and the arrest of her alleged abuser. The hand signal is a widely adopted, life-saving method.

Workers in 23 Ministop stores either delayed labelling or replaced stickers with false dates

You see them everywhere—on billboards, in your pantry, maybe even in your closet. These brands feel like part of American life. They show up at family barbecues, on TV, and in your daily routine. But here’s the twist: some of the most “American” brands aren’t really American anymore. Ownership, manufacturing,…

Deals extend far beyond Buffalo.

Asian markets fluctuated Thursday after a rollercoaster day on Wall Street punctuated by fears Donald Trump was considering sacking the head of the US Federal Reserve.

Canadian retail chain Alimentation Couche-Tard is dropping its proposal to acquire Seven & i Holdings Co_, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, citing frustration in ongoing negotiations that showed what it called “a lack of constructive engagement.”

Convenience stores are everywhere. They’re the quick stop for snacks, drinks, and last-minute essentials. But not all of these stores are thriving. Some of the biggest convenience store chains are shrinking fast. This matters if you rely on these stores for daily needs or if you’re watching trends in retail.…