Applebee's franchise exec said to use gas prices, inflation to lower pay: report
A leaked email from an Applebee's executive caused quite a stir when he allegedly told company officials that the rising gasoline prices and inflation could be used to lower workers' wages.
Farmers, activists, investors fight over treatment of pregnant pigs
California, the Humane Society and a billionaire are urging businesses to give pregnant hogs more space.
Largest white diamond ever going to auction has potential $30M value
A pear-shaped diamond that appears to be wider than a human thumb is going up for auction, and it's projected to be worth tens of millions of dollars.
Potentially toxic chemicals found in restaurant to-go packages: report
A new report says that the packaging used by 24 national restaurant chains and grocery stores contain forever chemicals that can potentially be harmful.
Tips shrink as inflation rises and COVID ends
While Americans became more generous during COVID, inflation and other factors may be reducing the amount that they tip.
Fish fry prices rise in US due to supply issues
Natural issues have impacted the fish populations across the country, along with other external issues.
Burger King parent says Russia franchise operator has 'refused' to close restaurants
Restaurant Brands International entered the Russian market ten years ago through a 15% stake in a joint venture with Alexander Kolobov, Investment Capital Ukraine and VTB Bank affiliate VTB Capital.
Lululemon enters footwear business with 4-piece collection
Lululemon says it’s taking a “big step forward” with its first-ever shoe collection.
Auction houses stop Russian art sales as Russia-Ukraine war drags on: 'Strict compliance'
Leading auction houses are pausing Russian art sales and don’t have plans to participate in Russian Art Week in June due to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Instacart announces 'fuel surcharge' amid gas price increase
Grocery delivery service Instacart is announcing it is implementing a $.40 “fuel surcharge” amid a spike in gasoline prices.
American Airlines to resume alcohol sales on certain flights in April
American Airlines announced it will resume selling alcohol on domestic and short-haul international flights in April.
Russian fast-food chain reveals near-identical logo of McDonald’s after restaurant suspends operations
A Russian fast-food franchise is positioning itself to become the next McDonald’s after the Chicago-based company suspended operations in the country over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Ben & Jerry's brings Dublin Mudslide back from 'Flavor Graveyard'
The Irish cream flavored ice cream also comes with fudge and chocolate chip cookie pieces
St. Patrick's Day food deals and restaurant specials in US
St. Patrick’s Day is on Thursday, March 17, and restaurants throughout the country are preparing for festive celebrations with special menus and limited-time items.
Chipotle announces Chippy, an A.I. kitchen assistant
The restaurant chain teamed up with Miso Robotics to create its latest robot, which is capable of cooking and seasoning the chain's popular chips.
California city seriously considers declaring Chick-fil-A a 'public nuisance'
Santa Barbara, California, may declare Chick-fil-a a “public nuisance” over long lines that block a lane of traffic.
St. Patrick’s Day: Residents of these US states spend, and swig, the most at the pub
A new study by time2play reveals which U.S. state residents spend and drink the most at the bar on St. Patrick's Day every year.
UN chief: Ukraine war hitting poor nations reliant on wheat
The United Nations chief, Antonio Guterres, warned Monday that Russia’s war on Ukraine is holding “a sword of Damocles” over the global economy, especially poor developing countries that face skyrocketing food, fuel, and fertilizer prices and are now seeing their breadbasket “being bombed.”
Nonprofit food deliveries concerned cost of gas could price out volunteer drivers
It's never been more expensive for volunteer food drivers to make deliveries for nonprofits. The cost of gas in Georgia is more than $4 per gallon, an all-time high.
Burger King halts Russia operations following Ukraine invasion
Burger King suspended “all of its corporate support for the Russian market."



















