'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.
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'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.
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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'
McDonaldâs 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 â
theyâre looking for even more great
value from us, and this summer
thatâs exactly what theyâll get. , Joe Erlinger, president of McDonaldâs 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 McDonaldâs USA, put out a letter citing âviral social posts and poorly sourced reports that McDonaldâs has raised prices significantly beyond inflationary rates.â.
The average price of a Big Mac
in the U.S. was $4.39 in 2019, Joe Erlinger, president of McDonaldâs 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.
Thatâs an increase of 21% (not 100%), Joe Erlinger, president of McDonaldâs 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
McDonaldâs is all about. , John Palmaccio, a McDonaldâs owner and chair of the
Operatorâs National Advertising Fund, via CNN.
As small business owners, itâs our
responsibility to deliver great
value to our local communities
when they need it most, John Palmaccio, a McDonaldâs owner and chair of the
Operatorâs National Advertising Fund, via CNN
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McDonaldâs 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, McDonaldâs
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
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âSuper Size Meâ 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 Spurlockâs 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 Spurlockâs Brother, Craig, via statement .
Spurlockâs films usually dealt with sociopolical issues, his most famous being âSuper Size Me.â.
In the film, Spurlock ate only McDonaldâs 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.
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Yemeni forces conducted three pro-Palestinian operations, including a joint effort with Iraqi fighters. They targeted ships in the Red Sea and Mediterranean using drones, missiles, and boats. These actions enforce a ban on vessels heading to Israeli-occupied territories and respond to recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. The operations demonstrate Yemen's sophisticated military capabilities and international cooperation.
#HouthiRebels #HouthiAttack #RedSeaAttack #YemeniArmedResistance #IraqiResistance #YahyaSaree #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelGazawar #Gazalive #Worldnews #USelections #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Iran's interim president Mohammad Mokhber condemns Israel's intensified attacks on Gaza, criticizing global inaction. Explore the latest developments, casualties, and international responses to the ongoing crisis.
#Iran #Israel #Gaza #MiddleEast #InternationalRelations #HumanitarianCrisis
David Lammy has said he hopes to see a hostage deal emerge "in the coming days" and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during his first trip to Israel and.. Sky News
Israeli forces strike a UN-run school in Nuseirat refugee camp, Gaza, resulting in tragic casualties. This incident has sparked international condemnation and renewed calls for peace in the region.
#Israel #Gaza #UNRWA #PalestinianRefugees #MiddleEastConflict #HumanRights #InternationalLaw #GazaWar
ISS Crew Forced to , Take Shelter , After Russian Satellite Breaks Apart.
'The Independent' reports that astronauts aboard the
International Space Station (ISS) took shelter due to
the danger of debris from a broken up Russian satellite.
Crews aboard the ISS were ordered to board
their respective spacecraft in case debris
struck and damaged the orbital laboratory.
According to experts, the ever-increasing number of
satellites in orbit around Earth has magnified the risk of
collision and other potential problems for space crews.
It remains unclear what caused
the RESURS-P1 Russian Earth
Observation satellite to break apart. .
According to NASA's Space Station office, the event
occurred near the space station, prompting astronauts
to take shelter in their spacecraft for about an hour. .
Mission Control continued to monitor the path of the debris, and after about an hour, the crew was cleared to exit their spacecraft and the station resumed normal operations, NASA statement, via X.
Space-tracking firm LeoLabs said that U.S. radar
detected the decommissioned satellite releasing a
cloud of debris in low-Earth orbit late on June 26. .
Shortly after 9 p.m. EDT, NASA
instructed crews aboard the space
station to shelter in their respective
spacecraft as a standard precautionary
measure after it was informed
of a satellite break-up at an
altitude near the station, NASA statement, via X.
According to U.S. Space Command, the Russian satellite created , "over 100 pieces of trackable debris.".
USSPACECOM has observed no
immediate threats and is continuing
to conduct routine conjunction
assessments to support the safety
and sustainability of the space domain, U.S. Space Command statement, via 'The Independent'
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Taylor Swift Addresses Dave Grohlâs Claim , That She Doesnât Play Live.
Taylor Swift Addresses Dave Grohlâs Claim , That She Doesnât Play Live.
On June 22, Grohl referred to the
Foo Fighters' show in London as the
"Errors Tour," according to 'The Independent.'.
His comment stemmed from having a
"few more eras and more than a few f------ errors.â.
The 55-year-old frontman went
on to say, âwe actually play live.â.
Swifties took to social media
to slam Grohl's comments.
Oh Tayvoodoo is coming for him and he
deserves it. Canât handle that a woman
is more talented and successful, Taylor Swift fan, via X.
Wow Grohl so washed he has to
use Taylorâs name for free pr?
Embarrassing thought he was
better than that what a shame, Taylor Swift fan, via X.
On June 23, Swift seemed to address Grohl's comments on stage while performing at Wembley. .
She said that her band
deserves "so much" praise.
What you just did is an unforgettable moment
in not just my life, but every very single one of
our crew. The band thatâs going to be playing
live for you for three and a half hours tonight, Taylor Swift, via 'The Independent'.
They deserve this so much and so does every
one of my fellow performers, and you just gave
that to us so generously. Weâll never forget it, Taylor Swift, via 'The Independent'
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Julian Assange , Reaches Plea Deal With , US Government.
'The Independent' reports that Wikileaks
founder Julian Assange has been released
from Belmarsh prison as part of a plea deal
with the United States Justice Department.
Assange will be flown out of the U.K. as part
of the deal before he makes a guilty plea deal
that could end the years-long legal battle.
On June 24, Assange boarded a flight at Stansted airport
ahead of a scheduled appearance later this week in the
Mariana Islands, a Western Pacific U.S. commonwealth.
The U.S. government has charged the
Wikileaks founder with conspiracy to obtain
and disclose national defense secrets.
The charges stem from one of the largest leaks of
classified information in U.S. history, disclosing tens of
thousands of reports regarding the war in Afghanistan.
The disclosure, which occurred between 2009 and
2011, included unfiltered diplomatic cables that
potentially endangered the safety of confidential sources. .
The leak also included significant
activity reports related to the war in Iraq
and information regarding Guantanamo Bay.
According to the latest DOJ filing, Assange is expected
to plead guilty and be sentenced to 62 months of time
already served, thus avoiding U.S. imprisonment. .
This is the result of a global campaign
that spanned grass-roots organizers,
press freedom campaigners,
legislators and leaders from
across the political spectrum,
all the way to the United Nations, Wikileaks statement, via X.
After more than five years in
a 2x3 metre cell, isolated 23 hours
a day, he will soon reunite with his
wife Stella Assange, and their children,
who have only known their
father from behind bars, Wikileaks statement, via X
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Important Things to Know , About Dangerous Ocean, Rip Currents.
'The Independent' reports that rip currents pose
the greatest danger to beachgoers,
accounting for the most beach rescues every year. .
Over a recent two-day period in Florida,
six people drowned in rip currents.
Every year, about 100 people drown
because of rip currents in the United States
according to the U.S. Lifesaving Association.
Over 80% of beach rescues
involve rip currents every year.
So far in 2024, the National
Weather Service has listed 16 deaths
from rip currents in U.S. waters. .
A rip current is a narrow column of water that
flows rapidly away from the beach, which are capable
of pulling swimmers a fair distance from the shore.
Rip currents normally form
at low spots along the beach
or along jetties and piers.
While sometimes associated
with stormy weather, they can
also occur on sunny, clear days.
Rip currents are also difficult to
detect as the surface water near
them often appears to be calm. .
'The Independent' reports that the best advice to escape a
rip current is to try and swim parallel to the shore and not
to tire yourself out before having to swim back to land. .
'The Independent' reports that the best advice to escape a
rip current is to try and swim parallel to the shore and not
to tire yourself out before having to swim back to land.
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FAA Investigating Southwest-Operated, Boeing 737 , That Flew Dangerously Low.
'The Independent' reports that a Southwest Airlines
passenger jet flew extremely low over a suburb of
Oklahoma City, triggering an altitude alert on June 19.
According to Flightradar24, the Boeing 737-800
descended to just 525 feet above the ground
on its way to Will Rogers World Airport.
Approximately nine miles from the airport,
the plane was passing over Yukon when it triggered
an automated warning around 12:05 a.m. local time. .
Altitude alerts are triggered when an aircraft
descends to within an unsafe distance
to terrain, obstructions or other aircraft. .
'The Independent' reports that the pilots quickly
regained altitude and circled around for a safe
landing on another runway shortly after midnight.
The incident, which sparked concern
in communities it passed over,
is now being investigated. .
On June 20, Southwest Airlines
confirmed that it was in contact
with the FAA regarding the situation.
Southwest is following
its robust Safety
Management System
and is in contact with the
Federal Aviation Administration.., Southwest spokesperson, via 'The Independent'.
... to understand and address any
irregularities with the aircraftâs
approach to the airport. , Southwest spokesperson, via 'The Independent'.
Nothing is more important
to Southwest than the safety
of our customers and employees, Southwest spokesperson, via 'The Independent'
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Austria at the beginning of his third term focuses on discussions with Chancellor Karl Nehammer. They address global.. IndiaTimes
Keir Starmer, the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has taken a definitive stance on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This pivotal change in leadership raises questions about the future strategies and implications for Hamas, the Houthis, and Hezbollah. Join us as we delve into how the UK's foreign policy under Starmer might impact these groups and the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. Stay tuned for an in-depth analysis of what lies ahead.
#KeirStarmer #UKPrimeMinister #IsraelHamasConflict #MiddleEastPolitics #Hamas #Houthis #Hezbollah #ForeignPolicy #OneindiaNews
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In a dramatic and ruthless show of force, Hezbollah launched a relentless barrage of over 200 missiles, overwhelming the Iron Dome and wreaking havoc on IDF bases. This significant escalation has raised tensions in the region and left a trail of destruction. Join us as we delve into the details of this powerful offensive, analyzing the impact and potential repercussions for future conflicts in the Middle East.
#Hezbollah #IronDome #IDF #MissileAttack #MiddleEastConflict #Israel #Defense #Military #War #BreakingNews #RegionalTensions #Security #NewsUpdate #MilitaryNews #InternationalRelations
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In a dramatic and ruthless show of force, Hezbollah launched a relentless barrage of over 200 missiles, overwhelming the Iron Dome and wreaking havoc on IDF bases. This significant escalation has raised tensions in the region and left a trail of destruction. Join us as we delve into the details of this powerful offensive, analyzing the impact and potential repercussions for future conflicts in the Middle East.
#Hezbollah #IronDome #IDF #MissileAttack #MiddleEastConflict #Israel #Defense #Military #War #BreakingNews #RegionalTensions #Security #NewsUpdate #MilitaryNews #InternationalRelations
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Reports suggest Russia plans to arm Yemen's Houthi rebels with advanced anti-ship ballistic cruise missiles, potentially shifting Middle East power dynamics. This move could threaten Western interests, especially commercial shipping in the Red Sea. The Houthis, aligned with Iran, have increased attacks on vessels recently. Russia's closer ties with Iran and anti-Western alliances drive this cooperation. U.S. officials worry about escalating conflicts, particularly between Israel and Hezbollah, potentially deepening Iran-Russia military collaboration.
#RussiaUkrainewar #Ukrainewar #YemenHouthiRebels #HouthiRebels #PutinIran #Iranattack #Putinnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
On the Indonesian island of Java, Ujung Kulon National Park is the only place in the world still home to the rare Javan rhino. After police recently arrested a poaching gang who killed almost a third of the rhino population, rangers are working hard to protect the remaining animals.
#OIDW #DWVideos #JavanRhino #UjungKulonNationalPark #RhinoConservation #WildlifeProtection #PoachingArrests #EndangeredSpecies #ConservationEfforts #IndonesiaWildlife #GlobalBiodiversity #ParkRangers #NaturePreservation #IllegalWildlifeTrade #EnvironmentalProtection #ConservationSuccess #WildlifeCrime
Families of 737 MAX , Crash Victims Seek Justice.
'Newsweek' reports that families who lost loved
ones in two 2019 Boeing 737 Max crashes are waiting for a
decision from the United States Justice Department (DOJ).
'Newsweek' reports that families who lost loved
ones in two 2019 Boeing 737 Max crashes are waiting for a
decision from the United States Justice Department (DOJ).
The families hope that the DOJ will allow Boeing to be prosecuted in connection with the crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia, which claimed the lives of 346 people.
The families hope that the DOJ will allow Boeing to be prosecuted in connection with the crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia, which claimed the lives of 346 people.
Ike Riffel, who lost his sons, Melvin and Bennet, in the Ethiopia
crash, fears that Boeing will be offered a deferred prosecution
agreement (DPA) or be allowed to skip trial.
Ike Riffel, who lost his sons, Melvin and Bennet, in the Ethiopia
crash, fears that Boeing will be offered a deferred prosecution
agreement (DPA) or be allowed to skip trial.
In 2021, the DOJ charged Boeing
with fraud for misleading
regulators regarding the 737 MAX.
However, prosecutors went on to accept
an agreement that could see felony charges
against Boeing dropped in three years.
'Newsweek' reports that the DOJ reopened the
possibility of prosecuting Boeing in May,
claiming the company breached the original 2021 deal.
Now, the DOJ has until July 7
to determine whether it will
file charges against Boeing.
Families of those who died in the two Boeing crashes
have pushed for high-ranking Boeing officials to be
prosecuted and the company to be fined $24 billion.
We want to find
some meaning in
what happened
to our loved ones. , Ike Riffel, father of two Boeing 737 crash victims, via 'Newsweek'.
If we can make aviation
safer so this doesn't
happen again, then
we have had some
victories out of this, Ike Riffel, father of two Boeing 737 crash victims, via 'Newsweek'
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High tech farms are no longer unusual in Singapore. In fact they have been sprouting up like mushrooms over the past five years. While many of the innovative farms in the city state still have to become profitable, a vertical shrimp farm has achieved price parity with coastal aquaculture ponds in Indonesia or Vietnam. This is thanks to an AI operated system which controls day to day operations.
#HighTechFarming #SingaporeAgriculture #VerticalFarming #ShrimpFarming #AIFarming #InnovativeAgriculture #UrbanFarming #SustainableFarming #AgriTech #AIinAgriculture #Aquaculture #FoodTech #SmartFarming #AIControlled #TechInnovation
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In a tragic incident, a woman has been discovered dead inside the belly of a snake after it swallowed her whole in central Indonesia, as reported by a local official on Saturday. The victim, identified as 45-year-old Farida, was found by her husband and residents of Kalempang village in South Sulawesi province on Friday. Farida had gone missing the previous night, prompting a search effort by the villagers.
#PythonSwallowsWomanWhole #SulawesiPython #PythonSwallowsWoman #IndonesiaPythonVideo #PythonSwallowsWomanVideo #shocking #missingwoman #python #tragedy #wildlife #news #nature #indonesia #snake #victim #predator #biodiversity #wildlifecrime #bizarre #watch
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Turkish President Erdogan warns of Israel's potential plans to expand conflict into Lebanon, accusing Western powers of supporting Israel behind the scenes. He criticizes Netanyahu and calls for Muslim countries to show more solidarity with Lebanon. These remarks have sparked tension between Turkey and Israel, with Israeli officials accusing Erdogan of supporting Hezbollah. The ongoing conflict has severely damaged Turkey-Israel relations, with Erdogan positioning Turkey as a strong advocate for Palestinian rights and critic of Israel's actions.
#IsraelLebanonlive #Lebanon #IsraelHezbollah #Netanyahu #Erdogan #TurkeyIsraelLive #IsraelHezbollahLive #Gazawarlive #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Authorities in Russia's Dagestan region have identified several individuals with significant backgrounds among those responsible for Sundayâs deadly attacks on places of worship in Derbent and Makhachkala, resulting in at least 20 fatalities. The assailants included a former mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter and relatives of a regional official, according to reports from the Russian state news agency, TASS. Five attackers involved in the violence were identified by law enforcement sources on Monday. The coordinated attacks targeted multiple places of worship and included a violent confrontation at a police traffic stop in these cities within the Muslim-majority republic. The tragic events resulted in the deaths of 15 police officers and four civilians, including an Orthodox priest.
#RussiaDagestanAttack #MMAFighter #MagomedOmarov #AssailantsIdentified #TerrorismInDagestan #RussianSecurityForces #DagestanViolence #OrthodoxChurchAttack #JewishSynagogueFire #RussianInvestigation #CounterterrorismOperation #DagestanMourning #SecurityFootage #RussianPoliceAction #RegionalUnrest
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