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Men, who have endured slightly higher unemployment rates than women, have been taking on more of the household shopping, according to a recent report. The trend hasn't boded well for stores: On average, men spend less than women on each trip.

So many people these days are reluctant to shop national discount stores. But if you're not interested in shopping at Walmart (policy issues) or Target (recent boycott), what's left? And will it cost more money? The good news is you can get your goods elsewhere, but it will cost you more in time,...

If Winn-Dixie is your favorite supermarket, you may soon be whistling another tune. The grocery chain is closing 30 stores (one of which is reportedly in its home town of Jacksonville, Fla.), consolidating some operations, and cutting 120 jobs at its corporate headquarters and field offices.