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McDonald’s Releases $5 Value Meal to Help Fight Inflation

McDonald’s Releases $5 Value Meal , to Help Fight Inflation. The fast-food chain will debut a "$5 Meal Deal" in the U.S. beginning on June 25, CNN reports. . We heard our fans loud and clear — they’re looking for even more great value from us, and this summer that’s exactly what they’ll get. , Joe Erlinger, president of McDonald’s USA, via press release. The value meal will include either a McDouble or a McChicken sandwich, small fries, 4-piece chicken nuggets and small drink. The value meal will include either a McDouble or a McChicken sandwich, small fries, 4-piece chicken nuggets and small drink. However, it will only be available for a limited time. Social media has been rife with consumers complaining about the prices of fast food lately, including the cost of food at McDonald's. Social media has been rife with consumers complaining about the prices of fast food lately, including the cost of food at McDonald's. Joe Erlinger, president of McDonald’s USA, put out a letter citing “viral social posts and poorly sourced reports that McDonald’s has raised prices significantly beyond inflationary rates.”. The average price of a Big Mac in the U.S. was $4.39 in 2019, Joe Erlinger, president of McDonald’s USA, via press release. Despite a global pandemic and historic rises in supply chain costs, wages and other inflationary pressures in the years that followed, the average cost is now $5.29. That’s an increase of 21% (not 100%), Joe Erlinger, president of McDonald’s USA, via press release. Other McDonald's franchisees are offering deals such as "buy one, get one" breakfast sandwiches to entice customers. Affordable prices and creating memorable moments are what McDonald’s is all about. , John Palmaccio, a McDonald’s owner and chair of the Operator’s National Advertising Fund, via CNN. As small business owners, it’s our responsibility to deliver great value to our local communities when they need it most, John Palmaccio, a McDonald’s owner and chair of the Operator’s National Advertising Fund, via CNN

McDonald’s Ends AI Drive-Thru Test With IBM

McDonald’s Ends , AI Drive-Thru Test With IBM. Fox News reports that McDonald's has decided to end its artificial intelligence drive-thru program. . According to 'Restaurant Business,' McDonald's Chief Restaurant Officer Mason Smoot said the decision was made "after a thoughtful review.". McDonald's has decided to end our current partnership with IBM on AOT [automated order taking] and the technology will be shut off in all restaurants currently testing it no later than July 26, 2024, Mason Smoot, McDonald's Chief Restaurant Officer, via Fox News. The program, which started in 2021, saw over 100 McDonald's locations help test the new technology. While there have been successes to date, we feel there is an opportunity to explore voice ordering solutions more broadly, Mason Smoot, McDonald's Chief Restaurant Officer, via Fox News. According to Smoot, McDonald's will make "an informed decision on a future voice ordering solution by the end of the year." . The goal of the test was to determine if an automated voice ordering solution could simplify operations for crew and create a faster, improved experience for our fans, McDonald's statement, via Fox News. The company echoed Smoot's sentiment in a statement to Fox News, while also addressing the future of AI programs at McDonald's. After thoughtful review, McDonald’s has decided to end our current global partnership with IBM on AOT beyond this year. IBM remains a trusted partner and we will still utilize many of their products across our global system, McDonald's statement, via Fox News. We see tremendous opportunity in advancing our restaurant technology and will continue to evaluate long-term, scalable solutions that will help us make an informed decision on a future voice ordering solution by the end of the year, McDonald's statement, via Fox News. We see tremendous opportunity in advancing our restaurant technology and will continue to evaluate long-term, scalable solutions that will help us make an informed decision on a future voice ordering solution by the end of the year, McDonald's statement, via Fox News

‘Super Size Me’ Filmmaker Morgan Spurlock Dead at 53

‘Super Size Me’ Filmmaker Morgan Spurlock , Dead at 53. NBC News reports that the Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker died on Thursday due to cancer. . It was a sad day, as we said goodbye to my brother Morgan, Morgan Spurlock’s Brother, Craig, via statement . Morgan gave so much through his art, ideas and generosity. Today the world has lost a true creative genius and a special man. I am so proud to have worked together with him, Morgan Spurlock’s Brother, Craig, via statement . Spurlock’s films usually dealt with sociopolical issues, his most famous being “Super Size Me.”. In the film, Spurlock ate only McDonald’s for 30 days straight and documented the experience. . The experiment had a drastic effect on both his physical and mental health. showcasing the dangers of a poor diet and spreading awareness on the unhealthy nutritional content from fast food restaurants. The film was nominated for best documentary at the 2005 Academy Awards. . Spurlock also directed "Where in the World Is Osama bin Laden?," "The Greatest Movie Ever Sold," and "Mansome". In 2013, he directed "One Direction: This Is Us," a 3-D concert film.

Diddy Returns Key to NYC

Diddy Returns Key , to NYC. New York City Mayor Eric Adams presented the Key to the City to Sean "Diddy" Combs in September 2023. Earlier this month, Mayor Adams asked the rapper to give it back after 2016 security footage of Combs assaulting his ex, Cassie, surfaced, NBC News reports. . The footage shows Combs chasing Cassie down a hotel hallway, grabbing her near the elevator, throwing her to the ground and kicking her twice. He then proceeded to drag her on the ground by her sweatshirt. In a letter addressed to Diddy, Adams asked for the Key to the City to be returned and said he "was deeply disturbed" by the footage, NBC News reports. I strongly condemn these actions and stand in solidarity with all survivors of domestic and gender-based violence, NYC Mayor Eric Adams, via letter to Diddy. Our city has worked tirelessly to make sure survivors are heard and seen by our administration, NYC Mayor Eric Adams, via letter to Diddy. Diddy has since honored the mayor's request and returned the key. He also released a video apology, calling his "behavior" in the footage "inexcusable.". Five lawsuits alleging "sexual assault, sexual trafficking" and "other criminal activity" have been filed against Diddy since November, NBC News reports. Federal agents searched his properties and seized his phones in March after a warrant was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

'Stranger Things 5' Drops First Look With Behind The Scenes Video | THR News Video

A behind-the-scenes look at the fifth and final season of 'Stranger Things' just dropped! Netflix shared a new video that gives fans a first look at the show's cast and crew working on season five. While season five is the show's final season, there are additional 'Stranger Things' projects in the works, including: 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' live on stage and an untitled animated spinoff series.

WWE Legend John Cena Announces Retirement: Farewell Soon with Many Historic Lasts | Oneindia News

Watch John Cena's emotional retirement announcement from WWE, set for 2025. Cena reveals his plans for final appearances and historic moments on Monday Night Raw moving to Netflix. #JohnCena #WWE #Retirement #RawOnNetflix #WrestleMania2025 #JohnCenaRetirement #JohnCenaRetire #JohnCenaSeries #JohnCenaWWE #Oneindia ~HT.97~PR.274~ED.194~

What's Coming to and Leaving Netflix in July | THR News Video

'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' starring Eddie Murphy is just one of the original movies hitting Netflix in July. Here's what else is coming to and leaving the streaming platform throughout the month.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Next Movie 'RIP' Lands a Home at Netflix | THR News Video

Matt and Ben's latest team up is headed for Netflix! The streaming service has acquired the rights to 'RIP,' the thriller costarring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Damon and Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, is behind the project which is being directed by Joe Carnahan. Plot details for the film are still being kept under wraps but is aiming for a fall shoot.

Will Forte Joins Cast of Tina Fey's 'The Four Seasons' Series at Netflix | THR News Video

It's an SNL reunion. Will Forte is reuniting with his former 'Saturday Night Live' castmate Tina Fey for his next series role. Forte, is heading back to Netflix to join the cast of 'The Four Seasons' at the streamer. The series, based on the 1981 film of the same name, stars and was co-created by Fey. The cast also includes Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, Kerri Kenney-Silver and Erika Henningsen.