KFC’s biggest challenge: People can’t get enough of its fried chicken sandwich
America can’t get enough chicken sandwiches. That’s great news for KFC, which launched a new one earlier this year. KFC’s parent…
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Tesla bought $1.5 billion in bitcoin early this year. By the end of March, it was worth $2.5 billion
Tesla’s $1.5 billion bitcoin bet from early this year had already increased in value by more than $1 billion by the end of last month. The…
Continue ReadingWill Biden stick with Powell at the Fed?
President Joe Biden has a lot on his plate right now. But he’ll soon need to make an important decision about the future of the Federal Reserve…
Continue Reading‘Total rubbish’ or the truth? UK media challenge Boris Johnson over shock coronavirus comments
UK media outlets from across the political spectrum are engaged in an unusually direct confrontation with Prime Minister Boris Johnson over…
Continue ReadingJoe Rogan spread anti-vaccine misinformation. Spotify’s CEO is standing behind him
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek is standing behind and promoting his company’s top podcast host, Joe Rogan, even after Rogan spread anti-vaccine…
Continue ReadingExclusive: The Declaration of Independence is the next hot IPO
A copy of the Declaration of Independence is hitting the sizzling collectibles market, just in time for July 4th. And unlike other rare items up for…
Continue ReadingTaco Bell enlists ‘world’s largest influencer’ for new ad campaign
It’s not a celebrity, but Taco Bell has enlisted something equally as recognizable for its first-ever global ad campaign: the moon. On May 4,…
Continue ReadingMajority of Americans say US economic conditions are good for the first time during the pandemic, per CNN Poll
For the first time during the pandemic, most Americans approve of the economic conditions in the United States, according to a CNN poll conducted by…
Continue ReadingSaudi Arabia could sell more of its crown jewel. China is the most likely buyer
Saudi Arabia is considering selling part of its giant state oil company to a major foreign investor, likely from China. The kingdom’s crown…
Continue ReadingBoeing’s business is slowly improving, but troubles remain
Boeing’s business is improving. But its troubles are not yet behind it. The company on Wednesday reported a much smaller loss in the first…
Continue ReadingHe’s shaping the future of Spotify, one moonshot idea at a time
Spotify is frequently one step ahead of us, suggesting undiscovered songs, artists and podcasts based on what you listened to in the past. But who is…
Continue ReadingChicken coops for everyone: A rural chain is thriving as millennials flee cities
If you’re one of those millennials who moved to a rural or suburban area during the pandemic, it’s practically a requirement that you…
Continue ReadingBig Tech is tightening its grip on the ads business
Big Tech companies continue to lap up huge amounts of money from advertisers as consumers spend more time online. That’s great news for their…
Continue ReadingJoe Rogan wades into the anti-vaccination narrative on his Spotify podcast
Joe Rogan, one of the world’s highest paid and most popular podcast hosts, is giving air to anti-vaccine narratives. On his Spotify exclusive…
Continue ReadingIndian food delivery giant Zomato files for $1.1 billion IPO
Zomato, the Indian startup that acquired Uber’s local food delivery business last year, is headed for a mega IPO. The company on Wednesday…
Continue ReadingBoring or fascinating? Journalists assess Biden’s term at the 100-day mark
A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. American presidents…
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Return to ‘Extreme Risk’ brings back outdoor dining only, gym limits; C.O. businesses upset
John Hicks has more reason to go to the gym than…
Continue ReadingElizabeth Warren: US taxes are rigged in favor of Amazon, Netflix and other big companies
Senator Elizabeth Warren is making her case for why America’s tax system is rigged by calling out Amazon, Netflix and other companies that pay…
Continue ReadingUgly no more: Crocs sales surge
There’s no end in sight for the ongoing love affair between Crocs, the maker of the often-mocked foam clog, and comfort-seeking consumers. On…
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Wayne Purcell selling River’s Edge Golf Course to Pahlisch Homes; development plans underway
River’s Edge Golf Course Owner Wayne Purcell announced Tuesday his intention to retire and sell the golf course and surrounding lands to Pahlisch…
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