McDonald's and Krispy Kreme are calling it quits. The two big names in fast food and sweets teamed up last year, but it didn't work out like they hoped. Krispy Kreme donuts were sold at over 2, 400 McDonald's spots, but the numbers weren't adding up for both sides. McDonald's says they were selling the donuts, but Krispy Kreme wasn't making enough money. The plan wa...
Fast food giant McDonald's has decided to shut down all five of its CosMc's stores. This decision comes just two years after the alien-themed coffee shops opened their doors. This move might seem surprising, but it's not entirely unexpected. The idea behind CosMc's was to tap into the growing market of specialty coffee and beverage chains. These chains have b...
The fast food industry is feeling the pinch of economic uncertainty. The latest victim is McDonald's, which saw a surprising drop in customer visits during the first three months of the year. This downturn was not just a blip. It was a clear sign that people are worried about the economy. The numbers tell the story. Sales at stores that have been open for at lea...
Imagine a world where your favorite food joint suddenly becomes a bit sketchier. That was the case for McDonald's in 2024. It all started with an E. coli outbreak. This outbreak caused a big drop in customers and a drop in profits. This was a rougher year for McDonald's. This was not the only problem. The cost of their menu items has soared. More than 100 peo...
Georgia representative Rich McCormick has an interesting idea for students who receive free school meals. He proposes that some kids should think about trading their lunch for a job at a fast-food restaurant like McDonald's. His reasoning? It could save the government money and teach kids valuable skills, preventing them from needing government help in the future. He...
In the heart of Kyiv, the oldest McDonald's in Ukraine was hit by a Russian missile. The fast-food giant says they'll rebuild. This isn't just about a restaurant. It's about how war affects everyday life. Russia has been targeting cities and infrastructure for years. Now, with a new U. S. president, there's uncertainty about future support for Ukraine. The McDonald's...
Over the weekend, the iconic rapper Snoop Dogg made a surprising stop at Washington DC’s McDonald’s drive-thru right after performing at a hot cryptocurrency event. This fast food jaunt didn’t go unnoticed. Snoop was apparently experiencing a classic case of "the munchies, " a term often associated with increased appetite, particularly after certain activities. He p...
McDonald's is rethinking its diversity policies. The fast-food giant announced it's ditching certain aims to boost diversity among its leaders. Why the change? A recent Supreme Court decision made affirmative action in college admissions illegal. Plus, there's been a conservative backlash against diversity programs. Walmart, John Deere, and Harley-Davidson are among ...
Last week, the NYPD was overwhelmed with over 400 tips regarding the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson. Among the clues, a crucial breakthrough came from an unexpected source: a McDonald's employee in Pennsylvania. This individual’s 911 call played a pivotal role in leading police to the suspect. The FBI and Crime Stoppers have put up reward money tota...
Imagine this: a simple Quarter Pounder burger caused a huge stir across the U. S. in October. A nasty strain of E. coli linked to tainted onions made 104 people sick in 14 states. Unfortunately, one person didn't make it, and four others developed serious kidney issues. The culprit? Yellow onions from a farm named Taylor Farms. These onions were pulled from shelves o...