https://phys.org/ en-us Phys.org internet news portal provides the latest news on science including: Physics, Nanotechnology, Life Sciences, Space Science, Earth Science, Environment, Health and Medicine. (Phys.org)—Customers who connect with a business through social media will go to the business more frequently and contribute more to its bottom line, according to a new study from the University at Buffalo School of Management. https://phys.org/news/2013-01-social-media-businesses.html Social Sciences Fri, 18 Jan 2013 07:47:16 EST news277717630 Beginning in early November, Starbucks customers will be able to pay for their cup of coffee at 7,000 U.S. corporate-run stores using mobile-payment technology developed by San Francisco startup Square. https://phys.org/news/2012-10-square-payment-starbucks-month.html Business Sun, 07 Oct 2012 14:20:21 EDT news268838383 (AP) -- Here's one way to avoid getting trampled by bargain-hunting hordes knocking down store doors on Black Friday: Online deals service LivingSocial is unveiling a slew of bargains for the holidays that are just a couple of mouse clicks away. https://phys.org/news/2011-11-livingsocial-national-black-friday.html Internet Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:47:05 EST news241073198 If you're looking for bargain air travel, a new study finds that you should look at more than just the ticket price. Instead, a researcher at North Carolina State University who co-authored the study says that consumers need to consider the quality of the flights being offered in order to get the best "price efficiency." https://phys.org/news/2009-02-price-bargains.html Other Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:59:07 EST news154007899