Japan’s pub king turns to fast food as customers ditch boozy nights out

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Fast-Food Franchisees Hope for a Turnaround Year in 2025

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Business - Inc. - November 18

What fast food restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving 2024?

Need a quick bite? Here's what is — and isnt' — open on Thanksgiving.

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Why These Fast-Growing Companies Turned to Private Equity

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Business - Inc. - November 7

R.F.K. Jr. Scorns Trump’s Fast Food Habit: ‘Really, Like, Bad’

Intent on changing the U.S. food supply under the incoming Trump administration, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. passed judgment on the president-elect’s culinary choices during a recent podcast interview.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

King champions food poverty project on working birthday

The King is spending his 76th birthday opening new hubs to redistribute food which would otherwise be thrown away.

Japan's 'King Kazu' to play 40th season at age 58

Japanese soccer player Kazuyoshi Miura is several generations older than his teammates. His contemporaries retired decades ago. Lionel Messi is 37, and Cristiano Ronaldo is 39 - mere youngsters ...

Sports - ESPN - November 13

Why a Focus on Value May Help Fast-Food Chains End 2024 With Renewed Sales Growth

After terrible second-quarter sales and middling-to-poor Q3 results, a recovery for fast-food chains may already be under way.

Business - Inc. - November 6

The latest inflation woe: Your fast-food breakfast now costs 53% more

Prices for the morning meal have surged over the past five years, according to a new study

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

Jon Stewart: Trump made RFK Jr. pay for 'insolence' by making him eat fast food

Comedian Jon Stewart said Monday that President-elect Trump made Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pay for his “insolence” by making him eat fast food. On “The Daily Show,” a clip was played of Kennedy ...

Politics - The Hill - November 19

Watch: Fast-moving California wildfire burns out of control

Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in Ventura County, near Los Angeles.

Wind-whipped California brush fire out of control and spreading 'dangerously fast'

On Wednesday, the National Weather Service issued a rare red flag warning for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties alerting of "extreme fire risk."

What happens to customer data as 23andMe goes out of business?

Millions of people have sent their DNA to be analyzed by 23andMe in order to learn their genealogy and risk for certain health issues. But with the company falling on hard times, and not bound by ...

UK cheeses miss out on international prize after getting stuck in customs

At the World Cheese Awards in Portugal, British entries were conspicuous by their absence after failing to clear import controls. On Friday, 240 experts from 40 countries descended on Viseu in ...

World - The Guardian - November 16

Three water firms blocked from using customer money for bonuses

The regulator Ofwat's new powers prevent bonuses being funded from customer bills.

What to look out for on election night

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Nutritionist from Japan: The food I love eating every day—and that robust 90-year-olds in my life swear by

"The most lively and robust elders in my life" eat this food, says Japanese nutritionist and longevity expert Michiko Tomioka. It "makes me feel healthier" too.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Fox follows 60-point night with 49 in Kings' win

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox didn't miss a shot in the first 12 minutes on his way to a 49-point effort during a 121-117 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night, which came one game -- and ...

Sports - ESPN - November 17

The challenge for England is clear: they have to shut Japan out | Ugo Monye

After conceding 12 tries in three games, the defence will be under scrutiny and they need to stop the opposition scoring. The message within the England camp should be loud and clear this weekend: ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Your Marketing Has Customers Knocking at Your Door—How Well Are You Answering? 7 Keys to Turn Interest Into Commitment

Marketing is only half the job. Learn how to design a customer experience that gets results.

Business - Inc. - November 19

Mette Lykke Helps Keep Food Out of the Trash in 19 Countries

Mette Lykke leads Too Good to Go, which operates in 19 countries to reduce waste and make surplus food accessible.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Cop29 negotiations aren’t moving fast enough. The Pacific is running out of time | Surangel Whipps Jr

Small island states must continue to be protected by special circumstances and need access to sufficient climate-based finance, Palau’s president writes. A week into Cop29 negotiations, we’re not ...

World - The Guardian - November 19

Amazing Spider-Man Lego Wall Art Gets Massive Discount At Amazon, Will Sell Out Fast

Lego Art: The Amazing Spider-Man (2,099 Pieces) $140 (was ...

Tech - GameSpot - 9 hours ago

Kings run out of gas against Hughes and Canucks in physical matchup

Playoff level physicality took center stage on Thursday night as the Los Angeles Kings fell to the Vancouver Canucks, 4-2. Unfortunately for the Kings, they not only lost the game, but also likely ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 8

Is last night's food what made you sick? What you can do next

No, you can't necessarily blame the cook.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

How a 1-Time Whole Foods Buyer Turned a Dream Into a $380 Million Business

Discover how Bea Dixon transformed her dream into a thriving $380 million company focused on empowering women’s vaginal health through innovative solutions.

Business - Inc. - November 21

Chippy owner calls out customer over his online review of 'hot delivery girl'

Robinson's Traditional Fish & Chips says it has to set boundaries so its staff can feel safe.

We must not turn blind eye to antisemitism, says Dutch king after attacks on Israeli football fans

Willem-Alexander says Jewish people must feel safe in the Netherlands after Israeli football supporters come under attack.

‘By 8pm it is time to head home’: whatever happened to the big night out?

This week, the chief executive of a major bar group suggested 3pm is the new 9pm. Why have we stopped drinking and dancing the night away on a Friday and Saturday night?. The atmosphere in the club ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

The Warriors are off to a strong 4-1 start, but will it turn out to be another mirage?

The legitimacy of the Warriors will be tested on their upcoming road trip

Sports - CBS Sports - November 1

Businesses offer discounts to turn out voters on Election Day

Companies are capitalizing on a tight election by offering treats and promotions to voters and enthusiasts alike. Although businesses cannot reward citizens for voting, they can provide discounts ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

LACMA Gala Photos: Charli XCX, Blake Lively and More Celebrities Turn Out

Hollywood stars mingled with artists for a benefit honoring the artist Simone Leigh and the filmmaker Baz Luhrmann.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 4

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