KFC is bringing back its Potato Wedges and Hot & Spicy Wings for a short 72-hour promotion. These popular items were previously removed from the menu, but strong customer demand led to their temporary return. KFC is using this promotion to gauge interest in making these items a permanent menu option.
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KFC's Potato Wedges first appeared in the mid-1990s and were removed in 2020.
The wedges returned temporarily in August 2025 after strong customer demand and positive test results in Tampa, Florida.
The promotion, starting December 9, lasts for 72 hours.
Customers are encouraged to share their support on social media to influence a possible permanent return.
KFC also brought back Hot & Spicy Wings for the same promotion period.
The Wings & Wedges Promotion offers a combo for $9.99, including six wings and a side of wedges.
A larger Wings & Wedges Box is available for $20 with additional items like chicken nuggets and biscuits.
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Oreo will release two new sugar-free cookie products in the U.S. starting January. The cookies, called Oreo Zero Sugar and Oreo Double Stuff Zero Sugar, have been successful in other regions like China and Europe, leading to their launch in the U.S. This move is part of Mondelez International's strategy to offer more dietary options.
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Oreo will introduce the Zero Sugar and Double Stuff Zero Sugar cookies in the U.S. from January.
These products are already available in China and Europe and will now be a permanent addition in the U.S.
The suggested retail price for these cookies is $5.79.
The cookies use sugar substitutes like maltitol and sucralose.
The development of these cookies took four years to match the taste of the original Oreos.
Mondelez wants to provide more choices for consumers with different lifestyle and dietary preferences.
The introduction in the U.S. follows positive feedback from previous trials.
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Dunkin' has partnered with the dog toy company BARK to release a limited-edition collection of dog toys that look like popular Dunkin' menu items. Each toy can be obtained with a $16 donation to the Joy in Childhood Foundation, which supports children facing illness and hunger. The toys are available at Dunkin' locations and online.
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Dunkin' and BARK have a charitable partnership focused on raising money for the Joy in Childhood Foundation.
They are releasing two dog toys resembling Dunkin' menu items: Cold Brew and Chocolate Frosted Donut.
The toys are available in Dunkin' stores and online, but only while supplies last.
Each toy requires a $16 donation to the Joy in Childhood Foundation.
The foundation helps children battling illness or hunger and supports programs like Dogs for Joy.
Since their partnership began in 2020, Dunkin' and BARK have raised over $10 million for the foundation.
The Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation has supported 50 facility dogs in 33 hospitals across the U.S.
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In the third quarter of 2025, U.S. credit card debt increased to $1.23 trillion, which is up by $24 billion from the previous quarter. The average credit card debt per household now exceeds $11,000. This rise in debt is happening as household incomes struggle to keep up with higher living costs.
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U.S. credit card debt reached $1.23 trillion in the third quarter of 2025.
This is an increase of $24 billion from the previous quarter.
Average household credit card debt is more than $11,000.
Total household debt grew by $197 billion, reaching $18.6 trillion.
The average American's credit card debt was $6,523 at the end of September 2025.
The number of credit cards in use has increased by about 60 million.
Delinquency rates for payments over 90 days late rose to 2.4%.
Washington, D.C. has the highest average credit card balance at $7,684.
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Foreclosure rates in the U.S. are increasing as many homeowners struggle with high costs and economic uncertainty. According to data from ATTOM, over 35,000 properties had foreclosure filings in November, indicating ongoing challenges in the housing market. The report shows that certain states have higher foreclosure rates, and this trend has continued for several months.
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In November, over 35,000 properties in the U.S. had foreclosure filings.
A foreclosure occurs when a homeowner cannot keep up with mortgage payments, leading to repossession by the lender.
Nationwide, 1 in every 3,992 housing units had a foreclosure filing in November.
Delaware, South Carolina, Nevada, New Jersey, and Florida had the highest foreclosure rates.
The U.S. saw 23,720 foreclosure starts in November.
Florida, Texas, and California had the most foreclosure starts.
Completed foreclosures were highest in Texas, California, and Florida.
Foreclosures in November increased by 26% compared to the previous year.
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In-N-Out Burger has removed the number "67" from its order tickets due to a viral trend causing disruptions in its restaurants. The trend, linked to a meme involving the phrase "6-7," has attracted crowds who cheer when the number is called, prompting the change. The company has not made a formal announcement about this decision.
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In-N-Out Burger took the number "67" off its order system.
The change is due to a meme called "6-7" that is popular online.
Crowds were gathering at In-N-Out locations to hear the number "67" called.
The meme is linked to a song and has spread to schools and restaurants.
An employee confirmed the change, saying numbers go from 66 to 68.
In-N-Out has also removed the number "69" from their system.
The viral trend caused disruptions and was a challenge for the stores.
In-N-Out has not officially announced the removal of number 67.
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Newsweek has introduced a weekly feature called New & Noteworthy that highlights new products across various consumer categories. The latest issue includes items such as festive M&M's, a handheld vacuum, new flavored string cheese, and specialty toothpaste.
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Newsweek's New & Noteworthy is a weekly feature presenting new consumer products.
The feature covers a wide range of categories including food, personal care, and household goods.
M&M's Winter Blend offers a holiday-themed candy with blue and white shells.
Haribo Ruby Hearts is a new sweet and sour candy inspired by K-pop star Jennie Ruby Jane.
TheraBreath has introduced new toothpaste varieties focused on oral health.
Frigo Cheese Heads released new flavors of string cheese in Pepper Jack and Sharp Cheddar.
A new Black+Decker handheld vacuum is available for easy cleaning in small spaces.
Dot's Pretzels introduced Buffalo Seasoned Pretzel Twists for a spicy snacking option.
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Confidence among small-business owners in the U.S. has decreased due to challenges like inflation and tariffs. Many are increasing prices while expecting lower revenue, which affects their optimism for business growth.
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The MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index showed a decline in confidence for the fourth quarter.
45% of small-business owners identified inflation as their biggest challenge.
58% expect to raise prices this holiday season, but 52% expect to earn less revenue.
In a separate survey, 34% of small-business owners reported raising their average selling prices, marking a significant monthly increase.
Small businesses experienced net job losses in November, with some sectors like health care seeing growth.
Tariffs have particularly affected small businesses, especially in retail and manufacturing.
A Supreme Court decision regarding tariffs and trade policies is anticipated soon.
The White House emphasized confidence in President Trump's America First agenda for future economic benefits.
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Glassdoor announced that "fatigue" is the word of the year for 2025. This selection reflects workers feeling tired and worn out due to ongoing stress in the job market. This word captures the overall mood of current workplace culture.
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Glassdoor chose "fatigue" as the word of the year for 2025.
The choice reflects ongoing stress and tiredness felt by workers.
Mentions of "fatigue" increased by 41% on Glassdoor.
In previous years, Glassdoor's word choices were "anxiety" (2023) and "return-to-office" (2022).
Other words like "tariff" and "agentic" had higher growth but were less related to work culture.
The job market remains challenging, with both inflation and unemployment affecting workers' feelings.
Oxford and Dictionary.com chose words like "rage bait" and "6 7" for their year-end selections, which focus on different trends.
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Homeowners in several counties in Pennsylvania may see higher property taxes next year. Local governments say the increases are needed to avoid service cuts and layoffs. Pittsburgh is considering a significant increase to close budget gaps.
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Between 2019 and 2024, property taxes rose by 30% nationwide.
Pennsylvania's average property tax is higher than the national average.
Dauphin County may raise property taxes by 15%, York County by 14%, and Lancaster County by 10%.
Delaware County is considering a 19% increase to generate $268 million to address deficits.
Pittsburgh may have a 30% tax hike, costing homeowners of $100,000 homes about $20 more monthly.
Officials cite rising costs and inflation as reasons for the proposed tax hikes.
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The Federal Reserve is likely to lower its main interest rate on Wednesday, marking the third reduction in a row. This decrease could make borrowing cheaper for things like homes and cars, but it might vary depending on market conditions. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will discuss the details and future steps at a news conference.
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The Federal Reserve plans to cut its main interest rate, lowering it to about 3.6%.
This will be the third consecutive interest rate cut by the Fed.
Lower interest rates can reduce borrowing costs for home and car loans.
These reductions do not guarantee lower borrowing costs as they depend on market reactions.
The Fed is operating with less hiring and inflation data due to a government shutdown.
Jerome Powell's term as Chair ends in May, and President Trump will nominate a new chair.
There may be differing opinions within the Fed on future rate cuts.
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McDonald's in the Netherlands removed a Christmas ad after it faced criticism online. The ad was created using artificial intelligence (AI), which upset many people. McDonald's stated they will learn from this experience as they continue to look at using AI effectively.
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McDonald's in the Netherlands pulled their Christmas ad due to online backlash.
The ad was generated using artificial intelligence (AI).
Some people were unhappy with the use of AI in creating the ad.
McDonald's aimed to show holiday stress in the ad but realized it upset viewers.
They acknowledged the holiday season is usually seen as a joyful time.
McDonald's stated they learned from the incident about using AI in advertising.
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India has ordered IndiGo, the country's largest airline, to reduce its flight schedule by 10% after the airline faced operational challenges, leading to over 3,000 flight cancellations. Despite this cut, IndiGo stated it has stabilized operations and will maintain service to all destinations. The airline must provide a revised flight schedule to regulators, and this reduction may impact the overall aviation situation in India, as other airlines have limited capacity.
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IndiGo must cut 10% of its flight schedule, potentially cancelling over 200 daily flights.
The reduction follows issues with poor pilot scheduling that led to more than 3,000 flight cancellations.
IndiGo controls over 60% of India's domestic aviation market, operating more than 2,200 daily flights.
The Federal Aviation Minister said the schedule cut is to restore stability in aviation.
Other Indian airlines like Air India and SpiceJet currently lack spare capacity to absorb demand.
Aviation analysts warn that this decision may increase short-term costs for passengers.
IndiGo shares have fallen 15% since December 1 due to investor concerns over operational disruptions.
IndiGo must cap fares, expedite refunds, and improve baggage handling for affected passengers.
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In-N-Out Burger opened its first three restaurant locations in Tennessee, specifically in the greater Nashville area, in December 2025. Each restaurant will employ around 75 workers and feature a drive-thru, indoor seating, and a patio area. This expansion is part of In-N-Out's wider plan to open more locations and establish an office in Franklin, Tennessee, by 2026.
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In-N-Out Burger has opened its first locations in Tennessee in three cities: Lebanon, Antioch, and Murfreesboro.
The restaurants opened on December 10 and 12, 2025.
Each restaurant will hire about 75 workers and pay them $17.50 per hour.
The new locations will have a drive-thru and seating for customers inside and outside.
In-N-Out plans to set up an eastern territory office in Franklin, Tennessee, by 2026.
The expansion into Tennessee is part of a plan to open 35 restaurants in the state.
After the new openings, In-N-Out will have 430 locations across 10 states.
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The hospitality industry, including large resort and casino companies like Las Vegas Sands and Caesars Entertainment, is working to be more environmentally friendly. These companies are recognized for their efforts to cut down on energy use and implement sustainability plans despite their large operations. The challenge of managing big properties is offset by opportunities to test and lead in green technologies.
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The hospitality sector accounts for about 3% of global carbon emissions yearly.
Newsweek ranked Las Vegas Sands as the top responsible company in its industry list for 2026.
Caesars Entertainment also made the list, ranking 8th among hospitality companies.
Las Vegas Sands and Caesars have been recognized by Newsweek in previous years for their sustainability efforts.
Leaders at Sands and Caesars have been developing sustainability programs for over a decade.
Large properties allow Sands to test and implement green technologies like LED lighting systems.
Sands faces challenges in finding renewable energy sources, especially in locations like Singapore.
Caesars operates 38 properties across 18 U.S. states and Canada, enhancing its green initiatives.
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The price of silver has reached a record high, surpassing $60 per ounce. This increase is due to expected interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve and high demand from the technology industry. As interest rates come down, investors often buy silver as a safer investment option.
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Silver's price hit over $60 an ounce on the spot market for the first time.
Demand for silver is strong because it is used in technology, such as electric vehicles and solar panels.
The U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates, leading investors to buy silver and other precious metals.
As interest rates decrease, the return on cash and short-term bonds lessens, making silver more attractive.
Gold has also seen price increases due to similar economic concerns and investor behavior.
Silver production has decreased in recent years due to low investment and mine closures.
Manufacturers are trying to secure silver supplies to avoid production disruptions.
Silver's price has more than doubled this year, rising faster than gold.
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Newsweek's holiday gift guide for 2025 highlights luxury and high-tech items for both men and women. The list includes advanced coffee machines, designer watches, smart rings, and scented candles. These curated gifts aim to appeal to people who enjoy high-end, sophisticated products.
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Newsweek provided a holiday gift guide featuring luxury and innovative products.
The guide includes the JURA Z10 coffee machine, known for brewing both hot and cold beverages.
Patek Philippe presents a rose gold watch with unique gemstone details.
The guide features an LED therapy face mask for at-home beauty treatments.
A silk pajama set is available, combining comfort with a luxury feel.
Gifts for him include scented cologne and a functional photography backpack.
The OURA Ring smartly tracks health metrics like heart rate and body temperature.
The guide also highlights a mechanical pen and a sophisticated ceramic watch.
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Canadian airline Air Transat and the union representing its pilots have reached a tentative agreement, preventing a planned strike. This agreement now awaits a vote from over 750 pilots, and Air Transat intends to resume normal operations.
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Air Transat and its pilots' union have reached a tentative agreement.
A planned strike by the pilots, which would have started Wednesday, is now avoided.
The pilots' union claims the current contract falls behind industry standards.
The agreement aims to improve job security, pay, and schedule flexibility for pilots.
Over 750 pilots will vote on the new agreement.
Air Transat had planned to reduce flights due to the expected strike.
Negotiations lasted 11 months before this agreement was reached.
Earlier this year, Air Canada flight attendants also went on strike, but later reached an agreement.
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Some bottles of Disaronno almond liquor are being recalled in England and Scotland because they might have small pieces of glass in them. The recall includes specific batches identified by codes on the bottles, and notices are placed in stores to guide customers. This recall is due to a problem that occurred during the bottling process.
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Disaronno has recalled 700ml bottles of its liquor due to possible glass contamination.
The recall affects bottles sold in England and Scotland.
The Food Standards Agency issued the recall notice.
Illva Saronno, the company that owns Disaronno, identified an issue with the bottling process.
Affected batch codes are 25374, 25375, 25381, 25382, 25435, 25442, and 25444.
Notices in stores inform customers about the recall.
A similar recall was issued in the Republic of Ireland for the same reason.
Recalls like this can happen for various reasons and are not uncommon.
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Before Netflix purchased Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion, it almost bought a major video game company, Electronic Arts (EA). However, the deal did not go through, and EA chose to go private with another group.
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Netflix acquired Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion.
Netflix considered buying Electronic Arts, a big video game company.
Electronic Arts was founded in 1982 and is known for sports video games like Madden NFL and NBA 2K.
The deal between EA and Netflix did not proceed.
EA agreed to a $55 billion deal to go private with a group backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
The deal for EA to go private is expected to finalize in the summer of 2026, pending regulatory approval.
Netflix is involved in acquiring major media assets and plans to expand further.
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