U.S. Wal-Mart Lifts Its 'Ban' on Christmas
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has decided to bring "Christmas" back this holiday season. After facing a barrage of criticism from religious groups for neglecting to mention the Christian celebration in its U.S. stores or advertisements last year, the world's biggest retailer announced yesterday it will rename its seasonal area "The Christmas Shop," instead of "The Holiday Shop," play Christmas carols in its stores and increase its overtly Christmas-themed displays by 60% this year.