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McDonald's Posts Disappointing Q1 Results Amid Ongoing Boycotts

McDonald's Posts , Disappointing Q1 Results , Amid Ongoing Boycotts. 'The Independent' reports that McDonald's posted weaker- than-expected results in the first quarter of 2024, as a result of a boycott over the company's perceived support for Israel. . 'The Independent' reports that McDonald's posted weaker- than-expected results in the first quarter of 2024, as a result of a boycott over the company's perceived support for Israel. . According to McDonald's, higher sales in the United States helped the fast-food giant overcome weakness in markets where the brand is being boycotted. According to McDonald's, higher sales in the United States helped the fast-food giant overcome weakness in markets where the brand is being boycotted. The company saw same-store sales rise by 1.9% worldwide between January and March, below the Wall Street forecast of 2.1%. Increased menu pricing and delivery demand saw same-store sales in the U.S. increase by 2.5%. In international markets, sales fell by 0.2% for the first time since 2020. Despite this, McDonald's said the company's revenue increased 5% to reach $6.17 billion, while net income went up 7% to $1.93 billion, in-line with Wall Street estimates. 'The Independent' reports that Muslim-majority markets like Indonesia, Malaysia and the Middle East have been boycotting McDonald's for months. The boycotts started after a McDonald's franchise in Israel announced in October that it would provide free meals for Israeli troops amid the ongoing war in Gaza. In the months since then, the company has tried to limit the fallout by taking over all 225 McDonald's in the country with the purchase of Alyonal Limited, its Israeli franchise. Our hearts remain with the communities and families impacted by the war in the Middle East. We abhor violence of any kind and firmly stand against hate speech, and we will always proudly open our doors to everyone, McDonald's statement, via 'The Indepndent'. Our hearts remain with the communities and families impacted by the war in the Middle East. We abhor violence of any kind and firmly stand against hate speech, and we will always proudly open our doors to everyone, McDonald's statement, via 'The Indepndent'

Malaysian navy helicopters collide mid-air during rehearsal, all 10 crew members dead | Oneindia

Tragedy struck on Tuesday as two helicopters collided mid-air during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade, resulting in the loss of ten lives. The navy confirmed that all victims were crew members aboard the aircraft involved in the accident. The incident occurred at the Lumut naval base in the western state of Perak at 9:32 a.m. local time. "All victims were confirmed dead at the scene and sent to the Lumut army base hospital for identification," the navy said. #MalaysianNavy #HelicopterCollision #NavalParadeTragedy #LumutBase #MilitaryAccident #HelicopterCrash #NavalRehearsal #Condolences #TragicLoss #NavyPersonnel ~PR.152~ED.155~

8 Countries with Lower Cost of Living Options

8 Countries with Lower Cost of Living Options. KindaFrugal.com recently offered some tips for readers looking to relocate abroad due to the increasing cost of housing, healthcare and other essential expenses in the U.S. . Here are some of the countries they say offer a more reasonable cost of living:. Portugal, In addition to a relatively low cost of living, Portugal is a sought-after destination due to beautiful weather and minimal taxation. Ecuador, Affordable housing costs include average square foot prices for city center apartments less than half the average of in the U.S. at just $116.48. Vietnam, Affordable housing, inexpensive groceries and transportation costs make this an attractive option for expats looking for a comfortable lifestyle overseas. Montenegro, An affordable lifestyle, beautiful weather and over 183 miles of coastline gives this quiet Balkan nation a Mediterranean vibe. . Malaysia, Reasonable housing, utility and transportation costs give would-be expats a chance to save money, while still living comfortably in a tropical nation. Poland, Europe's sixth-largest economy has an average cost of living that's 58% lower than in the U.S. Thailand, Favorable exchange rates allow Western expats to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while stretching their finances further. . Costa Rica, Affordable housing, healthcare services and amenities makes Costa Rica ideal for stretching retirement savings while still living a more luxurious lifestyle.

Jaffer Sadiq: NCB Arrests Tamil Nadu-Based Drug Kingpin with Links to Ruling DMK| Oneindia News

Jaffer Sadiq, allegedly the linchpin of a ₹2,000-crore drug ring, was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau in Delhi. His syndicate trafficked 3,500kg of pseudoephedrine disguised as food cargo to Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia. Sadiq, a Chennai-based film producer and former DMK member, purportedly invested proceeds in real estate and movie production. #JafferSadiq #NCB #DMK #JafferSadiqDMK #TeluguFilms #SukeshConman #StalinJunior #Tamilnadunews #Indianews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.152~ED.101~GR.121~HT.96~

Indian-Origin Student Arrested & Barred from Princeton: Anti-Israel Protest Fallout | Oneindia News

An Indian-origin student finds himself at the center of controversy after being arrested and barred from Princeton University for participating in anti-Israel protests on campus. Join us as we delve into the fallout of this incident and the debate surrounding free expression versus campus discipline. #CampusProtestinUS #IndianOriginStudent #ProPalestineProtest #Princeton #AntisemeticProtest #IsraelHamasWar #IndianOrigininUSA #IndianAmericans #Oneindia ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~

Indian-Origin Man Shot by U.S. Police in San Antonio, Couldn't Survive | Oneindia News

Tragedy strikes as an Indian-origin man is fatally shot by US police in San Antonio, Texas. The man, wanted for assaulting his roommate, faces a fatal encounter with law enforcement. Join us as we delve into the details of this heartbreaking incident and the questions surrounding the use of force by police. #IndianOriginMan #USNews #IndianAmericans #IndiaUSTies #IndiaUSRelations #USPolice #USPolice #SanAntonio #EncounterinUSA #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~HT.96~

Dubai Floods: Air India, IndiGo Dubai flights face cancellation amid adverse weather | Oneindia

The United Arab Emirates witnessed an unprecedented deluge, marking its most substantial rainfall on record since 1949. Described as a "historic weather event" by the state-run WAM news agency, the widespread downpour across the UAE is attributed to a combination of factors, including cloud seeding initiatives. Significant disruptions have been reported in flights from India to Dubai due to heavy rains causing flooding at the emirate's airport, one of the world's busiest. Air India, operating 72 weekly flights from multiple Indian cities to Dubai, alongside IndiGo, have cancelled their services on Wednesday. Other carriers, including Air India Express, Vistara, and SpiceJet, which also serve various Indian cities to Dubai routes, have been affected as well. Dubai, hosting a substantial Indian diaspora, sees these flight cancellations impacting travel plans and connections for many. #DubaiRains #DubaiFlightsCancelled #AirIndia #IndiGo #FlightsCancelledDubai #dubaiflood #dubaifloodnewstoday2024 #dubaifloodinglive #dubaifloodslatestnewstoday #dubaifloodnewstoday #dubaiflood2024 #dubaifloodnews #dubaiflood2024live #dubaifloodvideo #Oneindia #Oneindia news ~PR.152~ED.101~GR.121~HT.96~