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Disney to Shut Down Walt’s Original ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Before Summer 2026
Few attractions in theme park history carry the cultural weight of Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland. The original ride opened in 1967, two years after Walt Disney’s death, and became one of the most influential dark rides ever built. Its blend of atmosp…
Meet the billionaires bankrolling March Madness Sweet 16 schools—from the Dallas Cowboys owner to Carlyle Group’s founder
Billionaires like Carlyle Group's David Rubenstein, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, and Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta have poured tens of millions into the college basketball programs competing in the 2026 March Madness Sweet 16.
McDonald’s shows off humanoid robot in Shanghai restaurant as part of museum opening
The bipedal service robot was on hand to greet customers during the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum event
The Man Who Treats Sick Children With Cannabis, No Matter the Cost
Mark Pedersen grew up in a midwestern town poisoned by lead. Disease and death were everywhere. In search of meaning, he started treating chronically ill kids using medical marijuana—until one of them died. Then the law came after him.
Danone to buy protein and fiber food maker Huel
<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/57L0NnYmzZF3ptbxCL0kLcx5TBa3yV0-nC4iAUMZmT4/g:nowe:0:742/c:2000:1129/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9IdWVsX0JsYWNrX0VkaXRpb25fSGlnaF9Qcm90ZWluX0NvbXBsZXRlX01lYWwuanBn.webp"/></div></figure><p>The Oikos parent is purchasing the powders and ready-to-drink beverage producer for a reported $1.2 billion, enhancing its presence in functional and complete nutrition.</p>
Starbucks challenged by labor-friendly activist investors
<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/YrAT0z42vTo6KmQEb69-tQ5S6nICO8C4uyxuBG1ppxc/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xNDQyMjkwMzY4LmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>Starbucks and Workers United may resume bargaining within weeks, despite an ongoing proxy battle over labor relations.</p>
McDonald’s Big Arch Burger drives only mild traffic boost
<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/JCZa16aqhc7OIiZjTyFUeiHKXm5fnP1OthJPATMR_Y4/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xMzU1Mjc1Nzc0LmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>Traffic rose just 2.2% during the week of the premium burger’s launch despite the product generating significant social media buzz, per Placer.ai.</p>
Look Who’s Franchising Now: Spring 2026 Edition
Six early and mid-stage concepts that have recently announced franchising
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Little Caesars jumps on the shareable trend
The limited-time Four-N-One Stix includes 16 breadsticks in four flavors, along with Crazy Sauce
Zaxbys recruits Cameron and Cayden Boozer for loyalty promotion
The chain is rewarding fans who “transfer” to its program
When A Sports Venue Demands Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars From Governments, We Need To Know About Its Architecture
“The Moda Center has always been a candidate for upgraded design. Which is to say nothing of the 30-acre Rose Quarter property the arena is part of: an unequivocal urban-planning disaster. … The Rose Quarter needs radical reconstructive surgery even more than…
'Peak pessimism' toward consumer stocks flashes a buy signal
Recent market performance for consumer-discretionary stocks such as Lululemon has been so ugly it may be the time to buy, researchers say
‘Peak Pessimism’ Toward Consumer Stocks Flashes a Buy Signal
Recent market performance for US consumer-discretionary stocks has been so ugly that it may be a great time to buy.
One of London’s best vegetarian restaurants has announced it is closing
The ultra-sustainable pizza parlour will shut its doors next month
The Hidden Cost of Restaurant Turnover and How to Stop the Revolving Door
With turnover rates exceeding 75 percent and replacement costs topping $5,800 per employee, according to Cornell University research, staff churn remains one of the most destructive and underestimated drains on restaurant profitability. Here's what the data says, and what operators can do about it. Every restaurant owner knows the feeling:…
No tips, worse service? Restaurant owners warn trend is 'degrading' dining experience
Restaurant owners debate the no-tip dining trend, with some saying transparent pricing helps diners, while others warn about degrading service and lost profits.
I'm the CEO of Naya. I call my mom daily, refuse to have an assistant, and no longer send 11 p.m. emails.
"I work a lot — and I'm not saying this is a healthy lifestyle," said Hady Kfoury, founder and CEO of Naya.
Retailers post 9% growth in February
While demand remains resilient post festival season, concerns mounting about higher input cost due to West Asia conflict
NYUCT Design Labs launches Edible Ventures™, a first-of-its-kind, full stack design and development cell for food & restaurant brands
NYUCT Design Labs launches Edible Ventures™, a first-of-its-kind, full stack design and development cell for food & restaurant brands
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