Harry Hurt runs three plays as a “Paper Jet.” Although he doesn’t run for daylight, he doesn’t fumble either.

Product demonstrations have long been a mainstay of advertising, and Web sites are increasingly offering sponsored demonstrations of products’ longevity, strength and power.

Early openings, deep discounts and resurgent department stores appeared to give merchants at the mall an edge over discount retailers during the holiday weekend.

Fueled by Web searches for iPods, Elmos, gift cards and video game consoles, online retailers are expecting sales to increase by about 20 percent this year.

In the last decade, the movie “A Christmas Story,” has become a cult classic that has made it a holiday gleam in the eyes of advertisers.

Early openings, deep discounts and resurgent department stores appeared to give merchants at the mall an edge over discount retailers.

As the holidays approach, some tips on finding gifts that accommodate the special needs of children with autism.

Frenzied shoppers have given the day after Thanksgiving a sharp-elbowed edge.