An elderly woman and nine other bargain hunters were injured Friday (not even Black Friday) in a rush for gift certificates dropped from balloons on the ceiling of a local mall. (more…)

In an effort to avoid the stampeding crowds on Black Friday, Walmart will keep most stores open for 24 hours, beginning Thanksgiving through the end of the following day. (more…)

Target is hoping to lure this year’s Black Friday shoppers with $3 appliances including: toasters and coffeemakers, deep deals on high-definition televisions, and discounts of 50% on clothes and toys, according to a Web site that says it has received a leaked copy of the retailer’s circular.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has just been released this week and has clinched the record for most sales in one day at $310 million. (more…)