Chick-fil-A CEO pressed on LGBTQ stance, affirms fast-food chain is focused on 'hospitality' for all customers
nypost.com/2026/10/15/business/chick-fil-a-ceo-pressed-on-lgbtq-stance-affirms-fast-food-chain-is-focused-on-hospitality-for-all-customers/

Chick-fil-A‘s CEO is addressing one of the unique aspects of the fast food chain. Click the link in our comments for the full story ... Show more
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Texas woman sues taco chain after finding a cow’s tooth in her to-go order: ‘Her reaction was disgust. ‘What is this?’ the woman’s lawyer said
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/texas-cow-tooth-torchys-tacos-b3068207.html

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Chick-fil-A rules out AI drive-thru ordering as fast-food rivals embrace technology
foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/chick-fil-a-ai-drive-thru-ordering-fast-food-rivals-embrace-technology

Cologne - | Taco Bell opens on Hohenzollernring: The American fast-food chain Taco Bell is making another attempt in Germany - | and will open its first branch ...
ga.de/region/koeln-und-rheinland/koeln-taco-bell-eroeffnet-am-hohenzollernring_aid-146733653

Third time’s a charm? McDonald’s to open new store in the heart of Newtown: The M-shaped golden arches are set to loom over Enmore Road, signalling the end of a ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/third-time-s-a-charm-mcdonald-s-to-open-new-store-in-the-heart-of-newtown-20260930-p611mt.html
OpinionThe private equity backlash could start at the drive-thru: The places Americans once loved for being cheap are a lesson in what buyouts do
salon.com/2026/09/25/the-private-equity-backlash-could-start-at-the-drive-thru/

Meritage Hospitality Group, which operates 314 Wendy’s restaurants in the United States, has filed for bankruptcy, saying that the fast-food chain has ... Show more

"Songs to Listen to in the Wendy's Parking Lot" released on Sept. 23. Here's how to listen to the fast-food chain's new emo album ... Show more
Wendy's releases new emo album with metalcore, pop punk vocalists
Wendy's releases new emo album with metalcore, pop punk vocalists
I gave birth outside KFC, so I've named my baby after the chain: A mum-of-two has shared how she welcomed her son into the world in a KFC car park and the baby ...
metro.co.uk/2026/09/21/gave-birth-outside-kfc-named-baby-chain-29638858/

The fast-food chain where managers average more than $200K a year: Chief Operating Officer Denny Warnick said the burger chain remains focused on competitive ...
foxbusiness.com/retail/fast-food-chain-where-managers-average-more-than-200k-year

EFL Trophy set to land £5m new sponsorship from AMERICAN fast-food chain: US firm closes in on five-year naming rights deal for cup competition
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KFC appoints first-ever ‘global chief brand officer’ as fast-food chain faces fierce competition
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/kfc-new-global-chief-brand-officer-b3046191.html
Chick-fil-A drops plans for new restaurant in West Babylon: Officials did not say why the chicken chain was abandoning its plans in West Babylon.
newsday.com/business/chick-fil-a-west-babylon-mytpjbfs
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Debate as viral fast food chain prepares to open at Designer Outlet: News of a fast food chain opening in Swindon soon sparked a lot of debate.
swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/26501814.debate-viral-fast-food-chain-prepares-open-designer-outlet/

Popeyes has arrived in Portsmouth. The popular American fast food chain opened its doors at 11am this morning with some customers waiting for over 12 hours to ... Show more

Spoiler alert: McNuggets did not fare well. See which fast-food chain made it to the top at the link in the comments.
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Burger King’s next menu improvement: Chicken nuggets: The fast-food chain is introducing improved chicken nuggets with white meat chicken ...
nrn.com/quick-service/burger-king-s-next-menu-improvement-chicken-nuggets

Signs go up at Swindon Designer Outlet for fast food chain: A viral fast food business is opening a new store at Swindon Design Outlet.
swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/26489418.signs-go-swindon-designer-outlet-fast-food-chain/

5 Things Wrong With Wendy’s Right Now, Including 1 Big One That’s Threatening Its Entire Turnaround Effort
inc.com/fast-company-2/wendys-earnings-fast-food-chain-restaurant-turnaround/91393403

Queues snaked around the Burger King in Gosport ahead of its opening this morning. People arrived at 8am to get to the doors first with the fast food chain ... Show more

Southend High Street new Spice Hut fast food opening: A new branch of a halal fast food chain is set to open on Southend High Street, its second in the city
echo-news.co.uk/news/26443156.southend-high-street-new-spice-hut-fast-food-opening/

WATCH: Shake Shack prices surge after a customer hits “no tip” at one of the fast-food chain’s kiosks.
A Utah customer recorded the test after his wife said ... Show more

America's burger wars have crowned a new fast-food favorite — while the loser’s popularity is in freefall
nypost.com/2026/08/12/lifestyle/americas-fast-food-burger-scene-has-a-new-king-report/

Salad and Go closing all locations today: Cyclospora outbreak proves to be final nail for embattled chain
fastcompany.com/91585289/salad-and-go-closing-all-locations-today-cyclospora-outbreak-private-equity

Popular fast-food chain wants to keep its Northampton town centre restaurant open until 4am every day
northamptonchron.co.uk/news/politics/council/popular-fast-food-chain-wants-to-keep-its-northampton-town-centre-restaurant-open-until-4am-every-day-8885584

Video taken by a driver from across the street from an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in southern Idaho captured a shooter, who appeared to be dressed in black ... Show more
In-N-Out employee among 2 killed in Idaho mass shooting, CEO reveals: An In-N-Out employee is among the dead following Saturday's mass shooting outside one ...
nypost.com/2026/08/02/us-news/in-n-out-employee-among-the-2-dead-in-idaho-mass-shooting-ceo-reveals/

McDonald's highlighted challenges with its value menu, impacting sales and prompting reassessment. We want your take on the fast food chain ... Show more
Chipotle has opened its first location in Mexico, aiming to sell its American-style Mexican food.
The U.S. fast-food chain says it can succeed south of the ... Show more
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Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say
expressnews.com/news/article/in-n-out-burger-employee-among-3-dead-in-shooting-22370775.php

Major fast food chain reveals opening date for first-ever Derby store: It opens in a former Starbucks on the outskirts of the city centre
derbytelegraph.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/major-fast-food-chain-reveals-11089515

Whataburger to offer 76-cent burgers, sandwiches for 76th birthday: Every Wednesday this month, the chain will offer a new “76-cent surprise ...
dallasnews.com/food/restaurant-news/article/whataburger-offer-76-cent-entrees-76th-birthday-22369387.php

John Oliver Exposes Trump’s Embarrassing Taco Bell Problem : The late-night comic says the president has “lost the moral high ground” to the fast-food chain over ...
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/john-oliver-exposes-trumps-embarrassing-taco-bell-problem-amid-ongoing-cyclospora-parasite-outbreak/

Key FactsJohn Oliver Contrasts Trump Administration With Taco Bell
Aug 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- Up to 12,000 Cyclospora infections were recorded across nine U.S. states in recent weeks and traced to shredded iceberg lettuce produced by Taylor Farms.
- According to the article, about one-sixth of those affected contracted the infection at Taco Bell, which sources lettuce from Taylor Farms.
- Taco Bell removed the affected lettuce from its restaurants, a step John Oliver acknowledged despite his further criticism of the chain.
- Oliver accused Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of weakening agencies responsible for the response, while the CDC had lost a quarter of its employees, including eight of 11 parasite-tracking scientists.
It does say something pretty grim about America, that when it comes to acting swiftly to prevent a public health threat, the current government just lost the moral high ground to f--king Taco Bell.— John Oliver, Last Week Tonight, during a segment about the cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce at Taco Bell
Taco Bell hopes to win back fans with $1 Mexican pizza and lettuce-free deals amid cyclospora source rumors
nypost.com/2026/07/31/lifestyle/taco-bell-entices-fans-with-lettuce-free-deals-amid-cyclospora-source-rumors/

Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say
sfgate.com/news/article/in-n-out-burger-employee-among-3-dead-in-shooting-22370775.php

Key FactsAuthorities Report Three Dead in Twin Falls Shooting
Aug 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
- The shooting began at about 2 p.m. local time Saturday inside the In-N-Out restaurant, which had opened only a week earlier, and then continued outside.
- Jerome Police Chief Duane Rubink said it appeared there was one shooter who died from a self-inflicted gunshot, while Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks did not state how many people may have been involved.
- The report lists five injured people, while Hicks said the final number was still being determined; In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder confirmed that an associate was killed.
- Authorities closed the Perrine Bridge and nearby roads, placed nearby businesses and Magic Valley Mall under lockdown, and advised people to visit the hospital only for emergencies.
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Oscar Winner Confesses His Bottomless McDonald’s Addiction: Ben Affleck has gone viral several times for chowing down at the fast food chain.
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/ben-affleck-confesses-extent-of-his-mcdonalds-addiction/

Yum Brands' sales rose last quarter, thanks to Taco Bell: The fast-food chain operator's system sales rose 5% last quarter as it works toward completing the sale ...
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Burger King is reimagining the restaurant manager role to improve service: The fast-food chain is turning managers into “Your Way Champions.” It is also ...
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Key FactsBurger King Empowers Managers to Boost Hospitality
Jul 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nrn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nrn.com
- "Your Way Champions" serve as the main point of contact for guests and are distinguished by unique shirts.
- Managers dedicate 60% of their time to engaging directly with customers, prioritizing hospitality over operational tasks.
- The company offers a hot and customized Whopper guarantee, providing immediate remakes and free coupons if standards aren't met.
- These initiatives contributed to a 5.8% rise in same-store sales during Q1, backed by $2 billion in operational and marketing investments.
The manager in charge should not be bogged down with expediting at the drive-thru or back in the kitchen making sandwiches,” Curtis said. “Now they have to do that from time to time. But that really should be 20% of their time. Twenty percent of their time should be dedicated to training and writing schedules and ordering food. And then 60% of their time should be guest facing.”— Tom Curtis, Burger King’s president, said in an interview about the Your Way Champion role and how managers should allocate their time.
Tainted Taco Bell ingredient ID'd as potential source of 'explosive diarrhea' parasite, cyclosporiasis: report
nypost.com/2026/07/16/us-news/potential-source-of-explosive-diarrhea-parasite-cyclosporiasis-idd/

Taco Bell locations are pulling certain ingredients off menus due to cyclosporiasis outbreak
salon.com/2026/07/13/taco-bell-locations-are-pulling-certain-ingredients-off-menus-due-to-cyclosporiasis-outbreak/

McDonald’s branch reopens after undergoing revamp: A fast food chain branch has reopened after undergoing a refurbishment, with the changes aiming to deliver a ...
kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/mcdonald-s-branch-reopens-after-undergoing-revamp-342979/

Chowhound tried some of the most popular fast food chains' fried chicken offerings to see which is the best, and here's one of our favorites ... Show more
Why We Love This Fast Food Chain's Fried Chicken - Chowhound
Why We Love This Fast Food Chain's Fried Chicken - Chowhound
Portillo's to open second San Antonio-area location next year: The Chicago-based fast-food chain opened its first South Texas restaurant in Schertz this June.
expressnews.com/business/article/san-antonio-portillos-new-location-22344627.php

Fast food chain launches meat-heavy, salad-free happy hour for customers avoiding explosive diarrhea parasite
the-independent.com/life-style/arbys-fast-food-explosive-diarrhea-parasite-b3016404.html

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Key FactsCyclosporiasis Cases Surge in Michigan, Ohio States
Jul 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.com
- Michigan reported nearly 700 confirmed cyclosporiasis cases as of July 6, predominantly in the southeastern region including Wayne County.
- Ohio recorded 177 cases across 43 counties by early July, with most infections emerging after June 20.
- The outbreak is suspected to stem from contaminated fresh produce, though the specific source remains unidentified.
- Treatment involves a 10-day course of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and prevention focuses on washing produce thoroughly before consumption.
"There is a significant lag time between exposure to contaminated produce or contaminated materials and development of symptoms," she told ABC News. "So it can take a week, sometimes even two weeks between exposure and development of symptoms."— Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, infectious disease physician, epidemiologist and the chief medical executive for the state of Michigan, told ABC News.
9 World Cup food and drink freebies you can claim TODAY ahead of England World Cup semi-final
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McDonald’s Made a Big Bet on Caesar Salad. A Nationwide Outbreak Could Sink It: From Sweetgreen to Just Salad, Caesar is booming—but McDonald’s entry comes as ...
inc.com/ali-donaldson/mcdonalds-made-a-big-bet-on-caesar-salad-a-nationwide-outbreak-could-sink-it/91374613

Raising Cane’s confirms Rohnert Park location and hints at Napa site: Here's where Raising Cane's is planning to open restaurants in Sonoma ...
pressdemocrat.com/2026/07/07/raising-canes-sonoma-napa-solano-restaurants/

For just $8M, Calif. fast food brand gets new owner with big plans: Iconic Los Angeles fast food chain Hot Dog on a Stick sold to Amazing Brands for only $8 ...
sfgate.com/la/article/hot-dog-on-stick-sold-22339676.php

World's largest fast food chain opens in Bay Area with nothing over $5: Mixue, the China-founded chain known for its affordable soft serve ice cream and boba ...
sfgate.com/food/article/mixue-ice-cream-boba-bay-area-22331046.php

WATCH | President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited a popular Philippine fast-food chain on Granville Street in Vancouver on ... Show more

Map Shows Where In-N-Out To Open New Restaurants in 5 States Soon: The fast-food chain has revealed six new locations as expansion continues beyond its ...
newsweek.com/map-shows-in-n-out-open-new-restaurants-5-states-12151937

New location of chicken chain Bojangles set to open in Alamo Ranch: The fried chicken fast-food chain Bojangles has selected the Alamo Ranch area for its third ...
expressnews.com/food/article/bojangles-san-antonio-alamo-ranch-22331656.php

Chick-fil-A's reign is over. See who is now the top fast food chain
usatoday.com/story/money/food/2026/06/16/chick-fil-a-jersey-mikes-fast-food-customer-satisfaction/90574310007/

Houston TX Hot Chicken could open restaurant in Norfolk: Houston TX Hot Chicken, an American fast food chain, could open its doors in Norfolk in the coming years ...
eveningnews24.co.uk/news/26219062.houston-tx-hot-chicken-open-restaurant-norfolk/

More Than 48,000 Diners Picked Their Favorite Fast Food Chain — Here’s What They Chose | Read more at the link below ⬇️
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McDonald's new limited time McValue offering will get you one McDouble for the low price of $2.50. But fans of the fast food chain say that price is a ... Show more
KFC rival from the US to open first site in UK after 30 years: Louisiana-born chicken brand Raising Cane’s, loved by the likes of Snoop Dogg and Post Malone ...
swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/26200771.us-fast-food-chain-set-open-first-uk-restaurant/

At least three people have died after the earthquake struck off the coast of General Santos City.
A resident of General Santos city captured this video of ... Show more
Philippines live updates: At least three dead after powerful earthquake strikes
Philippines live updates: At least three dead after powerful earthquake strikes

Which Fast Food Chain Has the Best Burger? Thousands of Diners Weighed In | Read more at the link in the comments 🍔
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Why Jollibee said yes to one NorCal man and his 15-franchise dream: George Almeida, the owner of NorCal's last Fuddruckers, has signed on with Jollibee to open ...
sfgate.com/food/article/george-almeida-jollibee-franchisee-22292078.php

Watch as customers queue for free Whoppers as new Burger King opens near Hartlepool
hartlepoolmail.co.uk/business/consumer/watch-as-customers-queue-for-free-whoppers-as-new-burger-king-opens-near-hartlepool-8659992

LOOK: A fast food chain collapsed after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck General Santos City on Monday, June 8.
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New Wynyard Burger King opening with whopping free 1,000-burger giveaway: The fast food chain has opened at Wynyard Business Park, off the A689
gazettelive.co.uk/whats-on/burger-king-wynyard-whopper-giveaway-34063802

Jollibee to open 15 Northern California restaurants in coming years: Jollibee, the beloved Filipino fast-food chain, announced plans to open 15 franchise ...
sfchronicle.com/food/restaurants/article/jollibee-northern-california-expansion-22286575.php

US fast-food chain Taco Bell is coming to Germany: "Tex-Mex" cuisine is popular in the US fast-food industry, not least thanks to Taco Bell. In Germany ...
op-online.de/wirtschaft/us-schnellrestaurantkette-taco-bell-kommt-nach-deutschland-zr-94337694.html

Guzman y Gomez founder Steve Marks has not given up on his American dream: Investors are glad to see the Mexican fast food chain abandon the US ...
smh.com.au/business/companies/steve-took-gyg-to-the-us-and-failed-it-cost-115-million-but-he-s-not-done-yet-20260525-p600jm.html
If all that can satisfy you is a fish sandwich but you're trying to save some spare change, take a look at the fast food chain that carries the cheapest ... Show more
The Fast Food Chain That Carries The Cheapest Fish Sandwich - Chowhound
The Fast Food Chain That Carries The Cheapest Fish Sandwich - Chowhound
Wendy’s: The Burger Chain That Dared To Be Different Fights for Survival: Nelson Peltz’s take-private push comes as Wendy’s confronts a deeper problem: a brand ...
newsweek.com/wendys-the-burger-chain-that-dared-to-be-different-fights-for-survival-11974475

‘Madness’: Guzman y Gomez admits what everyone knew as it exits US market: Guzman y Gomez has finally admitted what the critics have been saying for years.
news.com.au/finance/economy/australian-economy/madness-guzman-y-gomez-admits-what-everyone-knew-as-it-exits-us-market/news-story/9b25094a08eba29cc1b0971c23a01d8d
Huge McDonald’s rival is plotting a return to UK with 100 new restaurants – and fans of The Office will be delighted
thesun.co.uk/money/39190783/us-chain-coming-to-uk-chilis/

Stephen Colbert Predicts One Fast Food Chain’s Warning May Finally Help Trump See the ‘Cost of ...
mediaite.com/media/tv/stephen-colbert-predicts-one-fast-food-chains-warning-may-finally-help-trump-see-the-cost-of-war/

How SB19's life changed since P-pop stardom: SB19 Josh: "Lagi kami kinukuwestiyon, 'Paano niyo ipapakilala ang P-pop?'"
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Ward's is a regional fast food chain found only in Mississippi, and it's a local institution. Try the Big One or the Lil' One: burgers smothered ... Show more
The Regional Fast Food Chain You Can't Find Outside Of Mississippi Serving Burgers Smothered In Chili - Chowhound
The Regional Fast Food Chain You Can't Find Outside Of Mississippi Serving Burgers Smothered In Chili - Chowhound