McDonald’s begins introducing McPlant at 8 US restaurants
Nov 17, 2021 21:34 pm UTC| Economy Business
McDonalds USA is conducting an operations test of a new plant-based burger for a limited time at eight select restaurants across the US. The McPlant includes a plant-based patty made from ingredients such as peas, rice,...
Starbucks experiments with eco-friendly reusable steel cups in Japan
Nov 17, 2021 21:17 pm UTC| Nature Economy Business
Starbucks Coffee Japan Ltd. will begin offering takeaway drinks in stainless steel rental cups in 10 stores in the Marunouchi district of Tokyo on a trial basis beginning Monday. The initiative is aimed at reducing...
Burger King buys Firehouse Subs for $1 billion
Nov 17, 2021 15:00 pm UTC| Economy Business
Burger Kings parent Restaurant Brands International has bought Firehouse Subs sandwich chain for $1 billion in an all-cash deal through a combination of debt and the cash it has on hand. Restaurant Brands expects to close...
China arrests money launderers who used digital yuan
Nov 17, 2021 14:55 pm UTC| Law Digital Currency Economy
China uncovered money laundering activities using similar methods to what theyd try for a debit or credit card scam but adapted for the pilot central bank digital currency (CBDC). Eleven people allegedly linked to a...
Papa John's Pizza unveils new logo and store designs
Nov 17, 2021 10:03 am UTC| Business Economy
Papa Johns Pizza is giving its brand a big makeover, and on Tuesday, Nov. 16, a new logo and store design were unveiled. The company also showed new advertising designs that will be used in all of the store outlets from...
McDonald's to offer Egg McMuffins at super low price of 63 cents
Nov 17, 2021 09:44 am UTC| Business Economy
McDonalds is celebrating the 50th year anniversary of its Egg McMuffin, and to mark the occasion, the company is turning the food items price back to its original rate. As the breakfast menu turns 50 years old, the...
Yoo Jae Suk confirmed as Kakao Entertainment’s new shareholder
Nov 17, 2021 09:36 am UTC| Business Economy
Yoo Jae Suk, one of the top celebrities and multi-awarded entertainer in South Korea, is now a legal owner of shares in Kakao Entertainment. The subsidiary of the internet company, Kakao, confirmed on Tuesday, Nov. 16,...
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