Gigi Douban
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Fines, fees add up when probation services go private
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Gigi Douban
Aug 7, 2015
Companies use the power of public court to collect on traffic tickets.
Boutique gyms bulk up with specialized training
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Gigi Douban
Aug 5, 2015
Fitness industry growth is not only in niche studios, but also discount gyms.
One fossil fuel won't lower its emissions: natural gas
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Gigi Douban
Aug 4, 2015
Natural gas produces only half the carbon-dioxide emissions as coal, but its emissions will grow as it continues to replace coal.
SoulCycle pedaling hard toward IPO
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Gigi Douban
Jul 31, 2015
A question for investors: How much can a fitness fad grow?
Shareholders' review of Yelp? Not five stars.
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Gigi Douban
Jul 29, 2015
The platform's stock sank 25 percent after a second disappointing earnings report.
How did Volkswagen conquer the world?
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Gigi Douban
Jul 28, 2015
For the first time, Volkswagen edges out Toyota as the world's biggest car maker.
Oil is cheap, but gas is still expensive in California
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Gigi Douban
Jul 22, 2015
Shortages of the state's special blend causes prices to spike, but this feels different.
Some schools are still testing students for drug use
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Gigi Douban
Jul 16, 2015
The tests are legal, but their effectiveness is questionable.
Amazon wants you to celebrate its birthday by shopping
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Gigi Douban
Jul 13, 2015
As it turns 20, the online retailer promotes its fee-based Prime membership.
P&G gets better looking by dumping its beauty lines
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Gigi Douban
Jul 10, 2015
Procter & Gamble's beauty brands brought in a lot of revenue, but not much profit.