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McDonald's is extending its $5 Meal Deal through mid-2025 and introducing a new 'buy one add one' option. This comes as the chain faces challenges following an E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounders, which resulted in one death and over 100 illnesses across 14 states.
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Donald Trump visited a McDonald's in Pennsylvania on October 20, 2024, to serve fries, mocking Vice President Kamala Harris's claims of working at the chain during college. McDonald's clarified its non-political stance amid the ongoing election cycle, stating it does not endorse candidates.
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Starting November 7, Starbucks will no longer charge extra for non-dairy milk substitutions in the U.S. and Canada. This decision, announced by CEO Brian Niccol, aims to enhance customer experience amid declining sales and increased competition. The change coincides with the launch of the holiday menu, which has been delayed this year.
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McDonald's is grappling with an E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder burgers, resulting in one death and 75 illnesses across 13 states. The company has temporarily removed the burgers from menus and is working to restore consumer confidence while facing declining sales and lawsuits from affected customers.
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McDonald's reported a 1.5% drop in global comparable sales for Q3 2024, with a slight increase in the US offset by declines in international markets. The company is also dealing with the aftermath of an E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder burgers, which has raised safety concerns.
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UK retail sales growth slowed significantly in October, rising just 0.6% year-on-year, down from 2.6% in October 2023. Factors include pre-Budget uncertainty, rising energy costs, and a later school half-term, impacting consumer spending ahead of Black Friday promotions.