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The Wall Street Journal - World
The Fast-Food Fight Over the $5 Meal Deal
McDonald’s, Burger King and Denny’s are using promotions such as $5 meal bundles to win back diners. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
In Montreal, This Fast-Food Restaurant in a Giant Orange Orb Is a Window to 1960s
Gibeau Orange Julep, an enduring ode to ’60s Montreal, is primarily known for two things: a frothy citrus drink—and being shaped like a giant, fiberglass orange -
Wired - Tech
Leading Lab-Grown Meat Company Cuts Dozens of Jobs
Upside Foods is slashing staff, citing legislative, regulatory, and funding headwinds. -
ABC News - Top stories
New Georgia laws regulate hemp products, set standards for rental property and cut income taxes
Georgia is imposing new restrictions on the sale of hemp products, requiring some basic standards for rented residences, cutting income taxes and requiring cash bail for dozens of new crimes -
The Guardian - World
Head lice are everywhere. Are selfies to blame?
Infestations are on the rise – and it may have something to do with our constant camera use. Name: Selfie surprise.. Age: 185 years old. Robert Cornelius took the first selfie in 1839. Continue reading... -
The New York Times - World
Myanmar Shop Owners Are Being Jailed for Increasing Wages
Myanmar’s junta, facing a growing popular rebellion, has plunged the country into economic crisis, reversing gains from a decade of civilian leadership. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
A Proposal in the Offing? Not So Fast.
Stephanie Fleischman expected to become engaged when Zach Kuperman planned a trip to Italy, but there were several other surprises along the way. -
CBS News - World
Kenya protests resume as leader's tax hike concession fails to quell anger
Kenyans furious over proposed tax hikes and the deadly police response to earlier protests take to the streets again - under much tighter security. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Our epic family adventure hiking through Greece’s Vikos gorge
A rail trip across Europe to the spectacular Zagori region of Greece is the perfect bonding experience for the writer and her 11-year-old son -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Large Japanese Manufacturers Sentiment Improves Amid Rate-Hike Expectations
Sentiment among large Japanese manufacturers improved during the three months to June.Japan -
MarketWatch - Business
Whole Foods is promoting ‘little luxuries’ as the next big food trend
It’s a way of indulging without overindulging, said Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel -
The Hill - Politics
Moderators or manipulators? Blame CNN for the big debate debacle.
A major problem today for televised political debates — journalists expect to be part of the show. -
BBC News - Top stories
Politics 'like a big bingo game' says voter
Trust in politicians has fallen to an "historic low" this general election, a polling expert says. -
BBC News - Top stories
Radical preacher blames 'Kevin Keegan effect' at trial
Mr Choudary told the jury he had "never moved on" like Kevin Keegan playing football for Liverpool. -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Walgreens Plans Major U.S. Store Closures; Shares Tumble
Shares of the pharmacy chain plummeted 25% after The Wall Street Journal reported the CEO’s plans and the company lowered its guidance for the full year. -
The New York Times - Business
Walgreens Plans ‘Significant’ Store Closures, Citing Weak Consumer Spending
The pharmacy giant told investors that shaky consumer spending was affecting its retail operations. But some said the company’s strategy was also to blame. -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Uber, Lyft Agree to Minimum Wage, Other Benefits for Drivers in Massachusetts
Uber and Lyft drivers will receive minimum wage and other benefits in Massachusetts under an agreement with the state’s attorney general. -
Financial Times - World
Union in talks with Tata Steel in push to avert early Port Talbot closure
Unite considers exempting some workers from strike action after discussions with Labour leadership -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
What's in the new IATSE deal? Wage increases, AI rules and more
Crew members union IATSE has released a summary of its new tentative deal with the top Hollywood studios. Here's what's in it. -
Inc. - Business
5 Top Trends Changing the Food and Beverage Industry
The 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show revealed that people just want to feel good about what they eat -- and it's about so much more than taste. -
The New York Times - Sports
How Fast Can a Human Throw a Baseball?
The four-minute mile and the two-hour marathon were once viewed as impossible feats. A 110 mile per hour fastball may also be within reach. -
CNBC - Business
These could be the next big food and beverage trends
Items on display at the Summer Fancy Foods Show suggest coming trends include new takes on honey, tinned fish and charcuterie. -
Financial Times - World
Nigeria’s food delivery industry whets investors’ appetite
Sector forecast to double in value over eight years but soaring inflation will erode families’ spending power -
Financial Times - Business
Vertigo — fashion, fast cars and life in the Weimar whirlwind
Harald Jähner’s vivid history depicts Germany’s dizzying era of change — and its catastrophic finale -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How Tractor Supply Decided to End DEI, and Fast
A social-media blitz by a former Hollywood director spread fear among company leaders that diversity criticism would hurt business. -
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The Hill - Politics
Sununu blames 'Democratic elite' for Biden's poor debate performance
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) took a swipe at the "Democratic elite" in an interview Friday, blaming those in leadership for President Biden's poor performance in the recent debate. Sununu highlighted the Democratic National Committee's ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Byron Bay is to be stripped of its nudist beach – and naturists blame ‘conservative creep’
Campaigners for the closure cite ‘lewd’ behaviour in nearby dunes but naked bathers say they’re just ‘embracing the beach as Mother Nature intended’. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastIt’s a Tuesday morning, ... -
The New York Times - World
These Are the Officials Selected for the Top E.U. Jobs
Europe will need to navigate turmoil at home and a potential Trump presidency abroad. These people were picked to steer its institutions for the next five years. -
Financial Times - World
Will the US jobs market begin to cool?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Live Kansas City traffic updates: Accidents, road closures, delays on KC-area highways
Hitting the road soon? Check our live traffic updates to see if your route is clear. -
Inc. - Business
The Fed's Case to Cut Interest Rates Is on the Line Today
Economists forecast a key inflation gauge to cool to a three-year low. -
ESPN - Sports
Mets' Nimmo sits; fainted in hotel room, cut head
Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo missed Monday night's game against the Nationals after fainting in his hotel room overnight and hitting his head when he fell. -
Inc. - Business
Leadership Lessons From the Trenches: How Fast-Growth Founders Avoid Burnout
This month, Inc. 5000 honorees got candid in two Community discussions on growing sustainably. -
NBC News - Top stories
What is queer food? We asked LGBTQ foodies and chefs to define it
NBC News talked to academics, chefs and the founders of LGBTQ potlucks about queer food, including what it means and how the term has evolved over time. -
Wired - Tech
We Put 7 Food Steamers to the Test With Veggies and Dumplings (2024)
From electric appliances to clay pots, we’ve put some of the most popular types of steamers to the test. -
Financial Times - World
‘Flood’ of cheap Russian fertiliser risks Europe’s food security, industry says
Growing dependence gives Moscow more leverage over European crop productionRussia -
ABC News - Sports
'Unpredictable' free agency is on tap around the NHL as part of a fast-tracked offseason
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The Guardian - World
Child malnutrition crisis in Nigeria amid rural violence and soaring food inflation
MSF says it is overwhelmed in country where 31.8 million people are suffering from hunger . An unprecedented number of children in northern Nigeria are suffering from acute malnutrition, aid workers in the country have said.. Nigeria has the ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Grief, Then Paperwork: The Messy, Thankless Job of an Estate Executor
The role can also entail tracking down heirs and family drama.