Chipotle removes this food order option after workers call out cheap burrito hack
Two Chipotle employees have gone viral for expressing their dislike toward the $3 burrito hack. Now, the fast-casual chain is changing their taco order options.
Dunkin’ offering free coffee to teachers all day, September 1, to honor start of school year
Dunkin' is giving out free medium-sized coffees to America's teachers to kick off back-to-school season this year, for Sept. 1, 2022.
Robots that stock drinks at convenience stores aim to automate all 'boring jobs done by humans'
Telexistence, a robot company that operates out of Tokyo, is looking to use a robot, named TX SCARA, to replace 'repetitive' and 'boring' jobs currently done by humans.
Toyota ramps up investment in US battery plant to nearly $4 billion
Toyota is planning to invest $3.8 billion into a battery production plant in North Carolina, the company announced. Toyota expects a surge in demand for electronic vehicles.
Toyota investing $5.6B in US, Japan EV battery production
Toyota is investing $5.6 billion to boost manufacturing of electric batteries for both the U.S. and Japanese markets.
NYC bakery launches 'The Suprême,' a new croissant pastry that’s gained viral fame
Dessert fans are flocking to the Lafayette Grand Café & Bakery in New York City for the company's new crème-filled croissant item called The Suprême.
Krispy Kreme releases dog doughnuts for the 1st time in honor of National Dog Day
Krispy Kreme announced that it will launch a collection of Doggie Doughnuts that'll go on sale starting on National Dog Day, which falls on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022.
Starbucks rebranded in Russia as ‘Stars Coffee’
People in Moscow who were disappointed when Starbucks closed its cafes after Russia invaded Ukraine can return to their favorite coffee shop under a new name — Stars Coffee.
Japan arrests 4 on bribery suspicions in Tokyo Olympics
A former Tokyo Olympic committee board member and three people from a clothing company that sponsored the 2020 Games have been arrested on bribery suspicions.
Domino's Pizza to close all locations in Italy after 7 years: report
Domino’s Pizza, Inc. seemingly closes all of its locations in Italy seven years after it entered the market with a plan to open hundreds of stores in the European country.
Massachusetts brewery forced to cut jobs due to CO2 shortage: 'Huge threat to our business'
Night Shift Brewing of Everett, Mass., a popular craft brewery, has announced job cuts after learning a CO2 shortage is causing its vendor to cut back on deliveries.
Japanese company, Nippon Denkai, shifts location for $150 million copper foil plant from SC to Georgia
Nippon Denkai's American subsidiary announced plans for a $150 million copper and foil plant to be built in Augusta, GA. The plant was originally announced to be built in Camden, S.C.
Future of 'Abenomics' policies open-ended after assassination of former PM Shinzo Abe
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who set the tone for Japan's economic future, was assassinated Friday while giving a campaign speech in Nara prefecture.
Abe assassination videos removed from Facebook, Twitter
Twitter and Facebook said Friday that they will be deleting any videos of the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Best cities for recreation in 2022: report
WalletHub recently found the best U.S. cities for recreation this year after comparing the 100 most populated cities. Las Vegas was at the top of the list.
July 4th restaurant freebies and deals you can't miss
If you're looking to skip the cooking this July 4th, here are eight national restaurant chains that are offering freebies or special deals on food this holiday.
Everything you need to know about the FDA's Juul ban
The Food and Drug Administration dealt a crippling blow to Juul vaping products on Thursday amid growing concern about the health risks from e-cigarette usage.
Starbucks North America head leaves amid unionization votes, allegations of retaliation
Rossann Williams, head of Starbucks' North American operations, will be leaving the company later this month, amid more workers pushing to unionize.
Peet's Coffee becomes sustainable brand with '100% responsibly sourced coffee'
Peet's Coffee is now a sustainable coffee chain after six years of undergoing thorough farm and supply chain audits from a coffee industry nonprofit.
Families in Africa burdened with higher food costs, hunger because of Russia's war on Ukraine
African families are seeing the price of wheat flour soar as countries have not been able to import goods through the Black Sea since Russia's war on Ukraine began.