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Kara DioGuardi Baby Due Next Month Via Surrogate, Former 'Idol' Judge Overjoyed
Former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi and her husband Mike McCuddy are expecting a baby. Former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi and her husband Mike McCuddy are expecting a baby.
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Helicopter Crash in London Kills 2 Near US Embassy, MI6
A helicopter crash in London fell on a busy street in central London during the morning rush hour, killing two people and injuring nine others, leaving witnesses startled and many thought it was a bomb explosion.
Cheesecake Factory Bistro Shrimp Pasta Has Same Calories in 5 Big Macs
As the US battles an obesity epidemic, a Cheesecake Factory bistro shrimp pasta dish has more than 3,000 calories - or more than a day and a half of the recommended caloric intake for an average adult.
Denny's Offering 'Complete Skillet Meals' and New Coffee Blends
Denny's is rolling out a new coffee blends this month as well as introduce a new limited-time "Complete Skillet Meals" menu, 14 additions to the already extensive core menu and a revamped $2,$4,$6,$8 Value Menu.
Chinese Government Offers $48,000 Reward For Food Safety Tips
China is taking a stand against food safety concerns by offering up to 300,000 yuan ($48,200) as a cash reward to people who report on others who violate food safety laws, state media said on Tuesday.
Baskin-Robbins Offering Free Sundae on Wednesday's: Details
Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream parlors, is giving out free ice cream every Wednesday until the end of March, the company said in a statement.
Burger in Irish Supermarket has 29% Horse Meat: Which Burgers to Avoid
Traces of horse meat have been found in burgers on sale in mainstream supermarkets in Ireland, the Food Safety Authority said in a statement.
McDonald's in Australia to Use DNA Spray to Catch Thieves
McDonald's in Australia are taking a stand against crime by installing a spray in more than 700 stores which covers thieves in DNA linking them to a specific crime for several months, a report says.
Largest Applebee’s Franchisee Acquires 76-unit Taco Bell
The chairman and CEO of Applebee's franchisee Apple American Group has acquired Southern Bells Inc., a franchise group of 76 restaurants - mostly Taco Bell but also some KFC and Pizza Hut units - in Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky, according to a statement.
Domino's Expands $5.99 Value Offer to Non-Pizza Menu Items
Domino's Pizza, the nation's second-largest pizza chain, is rolling out a nationwide promotion to complement its $5.99 pizza value deal which will now include non-pizza items like pasta, chicken and sandwiches.