McDonald's new Big Arch burger is priced differently across various U.S. locations, with some states having much higher prices than others. The biggest difference in price can be seen in Columbia, South Carolina, and Lewiston, Maine, with a gap of over $5.
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The Big Arch is a limited-time menu item by McDonald's.
It includes two quarter-pound beef patties, white cheddar cheese, onions, lettuce, pickles, and a special sauce.
The lowest price is $7.46 in Columbia, South Carolina.
The highest price is $12.99 in Lewiston, Maine.
Oklahoma has some of the lowest average prices at about $8.05.
Alaska is the most expensive state with an average price of $10.32.
The price differences have sparked debate about fast-food pricing.
The burger is McDonald's largest U.S. burger with over 1,000 calories.
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A discussion emerged about restaurant dress codes after Ruth's Chris Steak House enforced a "business casual" dress code, which has faced backlash online. In response, Chili's, known for its relaxed environment, humorously highlighted its more casual dress policy. This has sparked online debate surrounding dining culture and expectations at different types of restaurants.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House asked diners to follow a "business casual" dress code.
The dress code requires removing hats and may limit dining options for those wearing ball caps.
Chili's responded by stating its only dress code is that customers must be dressed.
The response from Chili's received over a million views online.
Online opinions vary, with some supporting casual dining and others valuing formal attire.
The dress code at Ruth's Chris includes restrictions on gym wear, pool attire, tank tops, and clothing with offensive graphics.
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Matt Brittin, who previously worked at Google, is expected to be the new Director General of the BBC. He has over 20 years of experience at Google and is known for strong leadership skills. Brittin will face challenges at the BBC, including past mistakes and a defamation case involving President Trump.
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Matt Brittin is expected to become the new Director General of the BBC.
He worked at Google for nearly 20 years, leaving as President of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa regions.
Brittin plans to take on a role with high scrutiny and challenges, similar to pressures in his past roles.
The BBC is facing challenges, including past mistakes and leadership changes.
Matt Brittin has a background in commercial environments, which may help him make difficult decisions at the BBC.
During his time at Google, Brittin managed significant job cuts as part of economic restructuring.
Brittin has been praised for his leadership qualities and ability to understand complex issues quickly.
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Leonid Radvinsky, owner of the platform OnlyFans, has died at the age of 43 due to cancer. Radvinsky was a key figure in the company, holding the position of director and main shareholder since acquiring the parent company, Fenix International Limited, in 2018.
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Leonid Radvinsky passed away at 43 after a long fight with cancer.
He was the owner of OnlyFans, a content-sharing platform.
Radvinsky was the majority shareholder and director since 2018.
He founded a venture capital fund called Leo in 2009, focusing on tech investments.
OnlyFans was considering a major sale in January 2026, valuing the company at about $5.5 billion.
He acquired Fenix International, the company's parent, two years after OnlyFans was established by Guy and Tim Stokely.
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Brenda Song, a former Disney Channel actress, criticized Alaska Airlines for reassigning her family's first-class seats without warning, causing her to be separated from her young children during a flight. The airline issued an apology for the incident and promised to reach out to Song's family to address the issue.
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Brenda Song accused Alaska Airlines of changing her family's seats without notice.
The seat changes resulted in Song being separated from her 3 and 4-year-old children.
Song had booked first-class tickets for the flight about six months in advance.
Song publicly shared her experience on social media, leading to a wide reaction.
Alaska Airlines apologized and said the situation did not reflect their usual service.
The airline stated they would contact Song's family to make things right.
Song's fiancé, actor Macaulay Culkin, supported her by reposting her message.
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Ryan Gosling's movie "Project Hail Mary" made $140.9 million at the box office, becoming the biggest debut of 2026. This movie, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, is based on a novel by Andy Weir and has done better than some other big films this year.
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"Project Hail Mary" earned $140.9 million globally, the highest debut of 2026 so far.
Ryan Gosling stars as a science teacher trying to save the world.
The movie is directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, known for "21 Jump Street" and "The Lego Movie."
It is based on Andy Weir's novel, who also wrote "The Martian."
The film is a significant success for Amazon MGM Studios.
The movie is one of the top non-sequel and non-franchise films to earn over $50 million overseas since the pandemic.
"Project Hail Mary" had a production budget of $200 million.
The movie is Amazon MGM's first major commercial hit since acquiring MGM.
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A Costco shopper found a heavily discounted towel warmer, which led to a surge of interest in the product. The towel warmer, originally priced at $89.99, was bought for $19.97, encouraging others to consider similar deals and highlighting a trend in buying small comfort upgrades for the home.
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A Costco shopper bought a HoMedics Luxe XL towel warmer for $19.97, originally priced at $89.99.
The Reddit post about the purchase gained attention, with users discussing the product's benefits.
Towel warmers have become popular for their versatility and low operating costs.
These devices can dry clothes, warm blankets, and add heat to rooms, beyond just warming towels.
The trend shows increasing interest in affordable home upgrades that enhance comfort.
Limited availability and large discounts drive quick sales of such items.
Similar towel warmers are available online, with different models and prices.
Newsweek contacted the Reddit user for more details but couldn't verify the full story.
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Trader Joe's announced it will release a new canvas tote bag with lavender handles and a pink logo for $3.99, available in stores nationwide starting March 23. The new tote is similar in size to their existing blue bag and will be available for a limited time. The company also plans to rerelease their "Mini Pastel" tote range in mid-March.
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Trader Joe's is launching a new tote bag with lavender handles and a pink logo.
The tote bag will cost $3.99.
The bag will be available nationwide starting March 23.
This tote is a limited-time product, with availability varying by store.
Trader Joe's is also bringing back the "Mini Pastel" totes in mid-March.
The "Mini Pastel" bags will cost $2.99 each and come in light blue, light pink, lilac, and mint green.
Trader Joe's tote bags have become popular collectibles and are sometimes resold at higher prices.
The company opposes the reselling of its bags, aiming to limit this practice.
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Target is changing its employee dress code to make store workers more recognizable to customers. Employees will now wear plain red shirts with blue jeans or khakis at all U.S. stores. This change comes after an incident involving a T-shirt worn by an employee, but the company has not directly connected the two events.
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Target will require employees to wear plain red shirts and blue jeans or khakis.
The dress code change affects Target's nearly 2,000 U.S. stores.
Previously, employees had more flexibility with red tops and non-blue denim.
The change is part of Target’s efforts to improve customer experience.
The announcement follows an incident involving a politically charged T-shirt.
Target has not publicly linked the new dress code to the incident.
Dress code enforcement has varied by store location in the past.
Target was founded in 1962 and is based in Minneapolis.
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A woman booked what she thought was a flight with American Airlines but ended up on a bus that took her to her destination instead of a plane. American Airlines offers a service called Landline, which connects smaller regional airports to major hubs with buses instead of short flights.
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A woman thought she booked a flight but was placed on a bus for her journey.
The incident was shared on TikTok by user Kennedy (@thekennedysimone_).
American Airlines has a service called Landline that uses buses instead of short flights.
Passengers go through TSA screening and board at airport gates before traveling by road.
These buses connect smaller airports to major hubs like Philadelphia International Airport.
The buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi and seats similar to premium airline cabins.
Landline service aims to streamline operations and reduce costs by replacing some flights with ground transportation.
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The HS2 high-speed railway project, linking London to Birmingham, may have its train speeds reduced to cut costs. The project has faced delays and increased expenses, and Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is considering options to save time and money, including operating trains at lower speeds than originally planned.
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The HS2 train project is experiencing cost overruns and delays.
The government might ask to reduce train speeds to cut costs.
The original plan for HS2 trains was to run at speeds up to 360km/h (224mph).
Reducing speeds could help avoid further delays and additional costs.
HS2 trains may need to be tested in China if speeds are not reduced.
Mark Wild is working to reset the project's timeline and budget.
The project was initially meant to connect London with Leeds and Manchester, but sections north of Birmingham were cancelled.
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Moma Foods has recalled some of its porridge products from stores due to potential mouse contamination at a manufacturing site. The Food Standards Agency advised consumers not to eat the affected products and to return them for a refund. The recall involves various flavors and pack sizes of porridge pots and sachets.
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Moma Foods recalled porridge due to possible mouse contamination.
The recall affects nine products, including Almond Butter & Salted Caramel and Apple, Cinnamon & Brown Sugar flavors.
The Food Standards Agency issued an alert about the safety risk.
Affected products should not be eaten and can be returned for a refund.
Moma Foods also produces oat milk, but it is not part of this recall.
Moma was founded in 2006 and was acquired by AG Barr in 2022.
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Many Americans struggle to sell their homes due to high mortgage rates and economic challenges. People who locked in low interest rates during the COVID-19 pandemic are reluctant to sell because new loans would be much more expensive. The situation results in fewer home sales and longer times on the market.
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The U.S. housing market is seeing longer selling times, with homes spending 63 days on average on the market in March 2026.
Mortgage rates have increased significantly from pandemic lows, affecting homeowners’ decisions to move.
During the pandemic, many secured low mortgage rates around 2.65%; current rates are about 6.11%.
The change in interest rates means a significantly higher monthly payment for those who sell and buy new homes.
Home sales fell by 1.3% compared to the previous year, indicating a market slowdown.
Around 73% of homeowners would consider moving if they could keep their current mortgage rate.
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The U.S. weight-loss drug market is experiencing intense competition as companies lower prices and target consumers directly due to limited insurance coverage. Manufacturers like Eli Lilly have reduced drug prices, and direct-to-consumer sales strategies aim to address high prescription costs in the U.S.
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Ruth Gonzalez spends $350 monthly on the weight-loss drug Zepbound, managing costs due to lack of insurance coverage.
Eli Lilly cut the price of Zepbound, allowing patients to afford more potent doses.
The U.S. obesity rate is about 40%, making the weight-loss drug market lucrative.
Many insurers refuse to cover GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for weight-only treatment, leaving patients to self-pay.
Companies sell directly to consumers using sales websites and partnerships with retailers like Walmart.
Starting doses of Wegovy and Zepbound have significantly reduced prices since launch.
The direct-to-consumer model is highlighted as a potential method to decrease drug costs in the U.S.
President Trump supports direct-to-consumer sales and launched TrumpRx, a site connecting consumers with manufacturers.
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Middle-income families in the UK are finding it difficult to afford days out due to rising costs. Many households are cutting back on meals and activities as they struggle with the increasing cost of living.
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The Osborne family, earning close to the UK average income, finds it hard to justify the cost of family outings.
A lunch for the family of four at Costa Coffee costs £51.89.
A visit to the aquarium and a laser quest game for the family adds up to another £68.50.
Total cost for the Osborne’s day out amounts to £120.39.
The George family spends £212.50 for a meal and bowling, considering it as costly as one or two weeks of groceries.
Costa Coffee reported a financial loss of £13.5 million in 2024.
The UK economy showed no growth in January, with a specific decline of 2.7% in restaurant services.
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Shares of Hybe, the company behind the K-pop group BTS, fell sharply after fewer fans attended the band’s comeback concert than expected. The concert in Seoul attracted about 104,000 fans, much less than the anticipated 250,000, leading to a nearly 15% drop in Hybe's stock value.
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Hybe's shares dropped by almost 15% after the BTS concert.
The concert in Seoul had about 104,000 attendees, which was below expectations.
All seven BTS members performed together for the first time since 2022.
The event began their sold-out, 82-date world tour and was live-streamed on Netflix.
The concert highlighted songs from their new album, "Arirang," which sold 3.98 million copies on its first day.
K-pop has become more popular globally since BTS's last tour ended in 2019.
BTS faces competition from groups like Blackpink and Seventeen.
Hybe's operating profit had decreased during BTS's hiatus.
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Germany faces a shortage of skilled workers as more elderly workers retire. The country is looking to India to fill these gaps by recruiting young Indian workers in various skilled trades. Programs and agreements between the two countries are helping bring more Indian workers to Germany.
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Germany is experiencing a shortage of skilled workers due to many older workers retiring and not enough young people to replace them.
The Freiburg Chamber of Skilled Crafts received an email from an Indian employment agency offering vocational training candidates.
Germany needs about 288,000 foreign workers annually to prevent a 10% reduction in its workforce by 2040.
Magic Billion, an employment agency in India, assisted in recruiting young Indians for apprenticeships in Germany.
In 2022, 13 young Indian workers arrived in Germany to train as butchers, and the number has now grown to 200.
A 2022 Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement between Germany and India makes it easier for skilled Indian workers to move to Germany.
Germany plans to increase the skilled work visa quota for Indian citizens from 20,000 annually, promoting more workforce mobility.
India has a significant labor surplus with 600 million people under 25 and only 12 million entering the workforce each year.
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Recycling used materials could help the United States meet its growing need for rare earth elements. These elements are important for making many high-tech products, and recycling them may reduce reliance on foreign sources.
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Rare earth elements are vital for electronics, renewable energy, and defense technologies.
The U.S. currently depends heavily on other countries for rare earth supplies.
Recycling materials that contain rare earth elements can provide a new source of these materials.
Recycling can help lower environmental impacts compared to mining new rare earths.
Improving recycling methods could boost America’s supply chain security.
Experts are exploring how to scale up recycling to meet increasing demand.
The article suggests recycling as a possible solution to support America’s future need for rare earths.
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The UK government is looking at creating new towns in England as part of a housing development plan. Seven potential sites have been chosen for further consideration, while six other possible locations have been deprioritized. The government aims to start building on three of these sites before the next general election in 2029.
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The UK housing department has selected seven sites in England for new town developments.
The locations are Tempsford, Leeds South Bank, Crews Hill and Chase Park, Manchester Victoria North, Thamesmead, Brabazon, and a site in Milton Keynes.
Six other sites, including one in Cheshire, have been deprioritized from consideration.
Labour ministers aim to begin construction on three sites before the 2029 general election.
The government's goal is to build 1.5 million new homes in England by the next election.
Locations that are not progressing may still receive support from other government programs.
Each new town could provide between 10,000 and 40,000 homes.
The project will receive financial support from an affordable housing fund and a new investment agency, though final budgets are not yet set.
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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by the Iranian IRGC is attempting to pressure the U.S. through increased gas prices. Despite this, the U.S. does not rely heavily on oil from this passage and is a net exporter of oil. Therefore, current U.S. gas price hikes seem unnecessary and largely benefit oil companies' profits.
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The Iranian IRGC has closed the Strait of Hormuz, impacting oil shipment routes.
Most oil shipped through the Strait goes to Asia, with little destined for the U.S.
The U.S. is a net exporter of oil and has enough production to meet its needs.
International oil price increases have led to domestic gas price hikes in the U.S.
U.S. oil companies have increased prices despite unchanged production costs.
American oil companies argue that prices are set in global markets, a view dating back to when the U.S. relied on oil imports.
The majority of oil produced in the U.S. is "light" oil; the U.S. trades some of this for "heavy" oil, mainly from Canada and Mexico.
There is no direct reason for U.S. gas prices to rise due to the Strait closure.
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