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Traffic light labels can give a false sense of security
The labeling of product attributes using a traffic light system influences consumers in their purchasing decisions.
Maryland fast-food customer gets a bag of pot with her fries
A Maryland woman who ordered a meal at a Sonic Corp fast-food restaurant got something extra with her French fries - a bag of marijuana.
Wrong Miss Florida crowned in voting mix-up
Just a week after her coronation, the winner of the 2014 Miss Florida pageant was dethroned on Friday when organizers said they had crowned the wrong woman after a vote-count error.
Social pressure stops Facebook users recommending products on social media sites
Facebook has more than 1.23 billion active users worldwide, with over 50 per cent of all users logging on to it on any given day. Most of Facebook's revenue comes from advertising and the company is looking at ways to make the site a more effective advertising platform for marketers. This includes selling ads that are more targeted to their users.
Disfigured girl who was 'kicked out' of KFC is a hoax (VIDEO)
The report of a Jackson KFC accused of asking a 3-year-old girl to leave because of facial scars was nothing more than a hoax, according to the Laurel Leader-Call.
E-cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular among teens: Study
E-cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular with teenagers and young adults because of the variety of flavors - peppermint, chocolate, cinnamon, apple and so many more.
Burger King rolls out new extra long BBQ cheeseburger hoagie
Just in time for summer, Burger King is rolling out a brand new double stacked Chicken Big King, the burger chain has introduced an Extra Long BBQ Cheeseburger.
McDonald's global sales higher in May, down in the US
McDonald's Inc said Monday global sales grew slightly in May as business in China rebounded after last year's worries about avian flu.
Shocking VIDEO of a woman being beaten to death in a McDonald's store in China
A shocking and tragic event occurred at a McDonald's store in Zhaoyuan, a city in Shandong Province in China. A woman was beaten to death by six people who are reportedly part of a cult and were trying to get her phone number, according to the South China Morning Post.
Breast milk is becoming a popular energy drink: Report
The latest energy drink is not a protein shake or a super green smoothie - its breast milk. The latest energy drink is not a protein shake or a super green smoothie - its breast milk.
Diet soda aids in weight loss, industry-funded study finds
Diet soft drinks are 44 per cent more effective at helping people lose weight than drinking water alone, a new study said on Wednesday.
Woman sues McDonald's after she finds a 'foreign object' in breakfast burrito
A McDonald's customer from Michigan had an unpleasant experience during a trip to the fast food giant in February 2012.
Red Robin employee may have exposed 5,000 customers to hepatitis in Springfield, Mo.
A Red Robin employee may have served up a side of hepatitis A to as many as 5,000 restaurant goers' health officials said Wednesday. Immunizations are being offered to those who may have been infected.
Gluten Free Blueberry Pancakes for potential allergy risk
Middle East Bakery Inc. is recalling its dairy-free, gluten-free frozen pancakes because they may contain undisclosed milk and it may harm those with allergies.
Burger King will no longer use the “Have It Your Way” slogan
Burger King is scrapping its 40-year-old "Have It Your Way" slogan in favor of the more personal "Be Your Way."
Darden to Sell Red Lobster for $2.1 Billion: Report
Darden Restaurant Inc. has agreed to sell its Red Lobster seafood restaurant chain to San Francisco private equity firm Golden Gate Capital for $2.1 billion, following the warnings of some of its shareholders.
Fast-food workers strike across the world
Fast-food workers walked off their jobs in dozens of cities on Thursday, demanding a $15-an-hour minimum wage.
McDonald's rolls out Shakin' Flavor Fries in bid to spice up their fries
McDonald's says it plans to start testing seasoned french fries at select U.S. locations starting on Tuesday.
Willow Smith, 13, photographed lying in bed with 20-year-old actor Moises Arias
Willow Smith has sparked controversy after a photo of her lying in bed with a 20-year-old was posted on Tumblr. While the pair's behavior is innocent, the picture sparked a backlash from fans who said the setting was too mature for the young teen.
Service sector up in the U.S., fastest pace since summer
The service sector grew last month at its fastest pace since the summer, suggesting the economy is rising following a slow start to the year.
Cheetah's no longer 'fastest animal'
For a long time, cheetahs have held the title of being the fastest animal for a long time running at 60 whooping miles per hour.
Taco Bell testing out new concept stores
Taco Bell is branching out with a new restaurant it's opening in California in a bid to gain new customers.
Starbucks Rumored to Purchase 10 Percent Stake in SodaStream: Report
Starbucks is planning to purchase 10 percent of SodaStream at a company value of $1.1 billion, according to reports.
McDonald's First Quarter Earnings Drop Due to Bad Weather and 'Challenging Industry Dynamics'
McDonald's announced on Tuesday profit slipped compared to the same time in 2013 following a 1.7 percent comparable store sales drop in the U.S.
Men's Wearhouse to Purchase Jos. A. Bank For $1.8 Billion
Men's Wearhouse is going to acquire Jos. A. Bank. The back and forth dilemma between Men's Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank ended Tuesday with the former unveiling details of its $1.
Fukishima Radiation Could Hit United States West Coast in April
Fukishima Radiation could hit United States waters in April. Radiation drifting from the Fukushima nuclear plant could hit the United States west coast as early as next Month The International Business Times reported.
Chrysler Orders Rare $250,000 Dodge Viper Wrecked, Students, Faculty Unhappy (VIDEO)
A unique $250,000 chrysler dodge viper reportedly must be wrecked. Students and staff at Washington's South Puget Sound Community College are upset that Chrysler is telling the school to demolish a one of a kind 1992 $250,000 Dodge Viper in two weeks, and show documentation that it has been accomplished ABC News reported Thursday.
Pizza Hut Interactive Table App: Technology Could Allow Customers to Order Digitally
Pizza Hut is trying out a new interactive table for digital ordering. Pizza Hut's new car pizza ordering concept could allow customers to enter their menu choices online.
Caesar's Entertainment Agrees to Sell Four Properties to Growth Partners For $223 Million
Caesar's Entertainment Corporation is selling four properties to Caesar's Growth Partners.
Google Glass (Update): Android's 4.4 KitKat Operating System in Works to Come to Connected Eyewear
Google is configuring an update for its Glass connected eye wear product. Something big and better in the works has resulted in a delay in Google's connected eyewear product CNET reported Monday.