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IKEA is discontinuing its printed catalog after 70 years due to a shift towards digital platforms and increased online shopping, accelerated by the pandemic. Online sales rose to 45% globally in 2020. The final catalog will be released in autumn 2021. Meanwhile, Costco maintains special operating hours for seniors and the disabled due to rising COVID-19 cases, offering priority access to healthcare workers and first responders. News headlines are available for streaming.

Why is IKEA discontinuing its printed catalog?

• To focus on in-store promotions

• Due to environmental concerns

• Because of a shift towards digital platforms

• To reduce production costs

What percentage of IKEA's retail sales were online during the 2020 fiscal year?

• 30%

• 45%

• 60%

• 75%

Who can shop during Costco's special operating hours?

• Everyone

• Only members

• Seniors and the disabled

• Employees

What is the reason for Costco's special operating hours?

• To reduce crowding

• Due to increased coronavirus cases

• For inventory management

• To test new store hours

Who receives priority access in Costco stores?

• Members with premium cards

• Healthcare workers and first responders

• Frequent shoppers

• Online shoppers