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Walmart+ Members Now Enjoy 25% Off at Burger King Through New Partnership
Walmart has partnered with Burger King to offer Walmart+ members a 25% discount on digital orders at the fast-food chain.
Uber and Cruise Join Forces to Introduce Autonomous Vehicles to Ride-Sharing Platform
Uber and Cruise have announced a multi-year partnership to bring Cruise's autonomous vehicles to the Uber platform, with plans to launch the service next year.
Ford Cuts Back on EV Production, Focusing on Gas Hybrids and New Models in Kentucky
Ford is scaling back its electric vehicle production due to high battery costs, focusing instead on gas-electric hybrids and new models in Kentucky.
Starbucks Announces Early Return of Pumpkin Spice Latte, Alongside Fresh Fall Flavors
Starbucks is returning its Pumpkin Spice Latte two days earlier than last year, along with its full autumn menu featuring pumpkin and apple-flavored items.
Chick-fil-A to Launch Streaming Service Featuring Original Family-Friendly Content
Chick-fil-A is expanding into the streaming world by launching a new platform that will feature original, family-friendly content and collaborations with major production companies.
Yelp Ranks Midwest’s 100 Best Pizzerias—Chicago Falls Short of No. 1
Yelp's new list of the top 100 pizza joints in the Midwest reveals a surprising result: Chicago did not claim the No. 1 spot, despite its renowned deep-dish and other iconic styles.
Target's Sales Surge After Year-Long Slump, Driven by Strategic Price Cuts
Target's sales rose for the first time in a year, driven by strategic price cuts and increased foot traffic, signaling cautious consumer spending focused on value.
BMW Recalls Over 720,000 Vehicles Due to Fire Risk from Faulty Water Pumps
BMW is recalling over 720,000 vehicles due to a potential fire risk caused by faulty electrical connectors in the water pumps.
Johnson & Johnson Acquires V-Wave Ltd. in $600 Million Deal, Adding Heart Failure Innovations to MedTech Division
Johnson & Johnson has agreed to acquire V-Wave Ltd. for $600 million upfront, with potential additional payments of up to $1.1 billion, integrating the heart failure treatment developer into its MedTech division.
Bay County's Iconic Berger's Family Restaurant to Close After 96 Years of Service
After 96 years in business, Bay County's Berger's Family Restaurant will close its doors at the end of the month due to economic challenges.
Warner Bros. Discovery to Invest $8.5 Billion in Las Vegas Studio Complex if Nevada Grants Subsidy
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. plans to invest $8.5 billion in a new Las Vegas entertainment center, contingent on Nevada approving a proposed subsidy next year.
Microchip Technology Hit by Security Breach, Business Operations Affected
Microchip Technology faced an unauthorized server disruption that impacted its business operations and manufacturing levels, leading to a dip in its stock.
Meta Exec Who Worked for Elon Musk Says No AI, No Competitive Edge for Businesses
A Meta director, who previously worked for Elon Musk, stated that companies lacking internal AI tools are already falling behind in the competitive landscape.
Mexican Chain Oxxo Expands into US Market with $385 Million Texas Deal
Oxxo, the popular Mexican convenience store chain, is entering the US market by acquiring 249 Texas-based DK convenience stores in a $385 million deal announced by its parent company, FEMSA.
Kroger Challenges FTC in Court Over $24.6 Billion Albertsons Merger Blockade
Kroger has filed a lawsuit against the FTC in federal court, challenging the regulator's attempt to block its $24.6 billion merger with Albertsons.
Harley-Davidson Drops DEI Policies Amid Social Media Backlash
Harley-Davidson has ended its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives after facing pressure from anti-diversity critics on social media, following similar moves by other major companies.
Chili’s Steals Fast Food Fans as McDonald’s Loses Big Mac Appeal
Americans are turning to Chili’s instead of McDonald’s, driven by rising fast food prices and appealing burger deals at sit-down restaurants.
Coral Springs Data Firm Faces Multiple Class-Action Lawsuits Over Massive Data Breach
Multiple class-action lawsuits have been filed against Coral Springs-based National Public Data after a massive data breach compromised millions of Americans' personal information, including Social Security numbers.
Perdue Foods Recalls Over 167,000 Pounds of Chicken Nuggets and Tenders Due to Metal Wire Contamination
Perdue Foods is recalling over 167,000 pounds of chicken nuggets and tenders after metal wire was found in some products, according to the US Agriculture Department's Food Safety and Inspection Service.
FDA Approval Paves Way for First At-Home Syphilis Test by NOWDiagnostics
The FDA has granted marketing authorization for NOWDiagnostics' first at-home, over-the-counter syphilis antibody test, marking a significant advancement in home health diagnostics.
Wisconsin’s Carbliss Among Top 10 Fastest-Growing US Private Companies
Wisconsin’s Carbliss, a zero-sugar canned cocktail brand, has achieved 7th place on Inc.’s 2024 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
Starbucks Hit with Lawsuit by Balmuccino Over Coffee-Flavored Lipstick
Balmuccino has filed a lawsuit against Starbucks in Manhattan federal court, alleging that the coffee giant stole its idea for coffee-flavored lipstick and gloss and seeking both compensatory and punitive damages.
Fubo TV Secures Injunction Against Venu, Delaying Disney, Warner Bros., Fox Sports Streaming Plans
A US judge temporarily blocked Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox from launching their sports streaming service Venu, following an antitrust lawsuit by Fubo TV.
Epic Systems to Transition All Customers to Government-Backed Medical Records Network by 2025
Epic Systems plans to transition all its customers to the government-backed TEFCA medical records exchange by the end of 2025, supporting a nationwide effort to securely share patient data.
Nevada Gaming Control Board Files Complaint Against Major Vegas Casino Over Alleged Crimes
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has filed a complaint against Resorts World Las Vegas, alleging that the casino facilitated illegal bookmaking, welcomed individuals with gambling-related felony convictions, and had ties to organized crime.
TikTok Pushes Court to Overrule US Ban Threat, Denies Misuse of User Data
TikTok has urged a federal appeals court to overturn a law requiring its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell its US assets.
Walmart Reports Strong Sales Growth, Highlighting Shifts in Consumer Spending
Walmart saw a 4% increase in U.S. sales and a 22% jump in e-commerce as consumers turned to budget-friendly options.
PepsiCo Protein Bar Marketing Deemed Deceptive by Federal Judge, Lawsuit Proceeds
A federal judge ruled that PepsiCo can be sued for marketing its Gatorade protein bars as healthy, despite claims they contain more sugar than protein and typical candy bars.
West Broadway Kroger to Undergo $1.25 Million Renovation, Remains Open
Kroger announced a $1.25 million renovation of its West Broadway store, promising more fresh food, a larger variety, and new decor while keeping the store open during the remodel.
Starbucks Appoints Chipotle’s Brian Niccol as CEO, Receives $113 Million Payday
Starbucks has appointed Brian Niccol as its new CEO, offering him a $113 million compensation package with the option to work from home.