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McDonald’s Tests New ‘On the Go’ Restaurant: Are Fast-Food Dining Rooms on Borrowed Time?
McDonald’s is opening a new location focused on drive-thru, mobile orders, and lockers. Is the dining room a vestigial feature in today’s fast-food business?
Can Lord & Taylor Work as a Licensed Brand?
Lord & Taylor, under new ownership, is being relaunched as a licensed brand to be hopefully sold at once-competing stores as well as on its own website. Does it have…
Sheetz and IONNA To Launch 50 EV ‘Rechargeries’ by 2026: Are Fuel Retail Stores Positioned for Success?
Sheetz has partnered with IONNA to boost EV capabilities. What does the future hold for c-store fuel retailers?
Should Nicknames Be Frowned Upon in the Retail Workplace?
In the workplace, nicknames can be problematic, though a new study shows they can pack benefits. What are your thoughts on the do’s and don’ts of nicknames in the workplace?
McDonald’s Faces Activist Pressure on Food Waste Transparency: Is Fast-Food Wastage a Growing ESG Concern?
McDonald’s, BJ’s, and other restaurants were targeted for food waste transparency issues. Can activist shareholders actually spur change?
Are Pre-Tariff Sales Promotions Fair Game?
Several smaller retailers are running promotions urging consumers to buy now before President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs arrive to jack up prices. Is this a reasonable marketing tactic or more…
Cracker Barrel Protested by Parents of Special Needs Children. Here’s Why
Cracker Barrel reportedly refused to serve a group of special needs and autistic children.
Walmart Christmas Tree Light Controllers Recalled Over Fire Safety Concerns
The Walmart Christmas tree light controllers, sold under the Mr. Christmas brand, are at risk…
Shake Shack Has Free Burgers Every Day Until December 24th
Shake Shack is enticing its customers with free food.
Senate Investigation Alleges Amazon Ignored Alarming Injury Warnings
Amazon says the Senate committee’s report is misleading.
McDonald’s Teams up With Pokemon GO for Limited-Time Restaurant Raid Promotion
McDonald’s is teaming up with Pokemon GO for a new promotion.
Domino’s Teams Up With Stefon Diggs To Give Away $1M in Emergency Pizzas
Domino’s and Stefon Diggs have created the “pick-me-up” football fans need.
Disneyland Will Pay $233 Million in California’s Largest-Ever Wage Theft Case
Disneyland reportedly ignored Anaheim’s minimum wage law for years.
Fear of Trump Tariffs Leads Consumers to Stockpile Goods
Consumer stockpiling is reportedly discouraged as Trump tariffs go into effect January 2025.
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