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McDonald’s is one of the most popular fast-food chains in America. With more than 13,000 restaurants, the company has become wildly successful since its first location opened in 1940. However, McDonald’s closed 200 of its restaurants last year, and some wonder if the super-chain is struggling more than it’s letting on. To support this theory, McDonald’s just made a surprising announcement: They are now working with Krispy Kreme to sell its fresh doughnuts during breakfast by 2026. Is McDonald’s Struggling? Source: iStock The COVID-19 pandemic hit the American economy hard; thousands of stores, both corporate-run and family-owned, closed forever. Fast…
Over the past 140 years since Carl Benz built the first gas-powered car, several crucial modifications have been made to the original design. However, the era of gasoline engines may finally be coming to an end. Now that the world is desperate to find new ways to save the planet, gas-powered cars aren’t just becoming less popular; they’re actually on their way to becoming illegal. In fact, nine states have already planned to ban all new gasoline-fueled cars by 2035. California Is Leading the US in Green Energy Initiatives Source: Freepik Since it became glaringly apparent that human beings are…
The state of California has passed several controversial bills over the past couple of years. However, there’s little to debate over the newest piece of legislation, as it helps keep California’s residents and visitors safe. State legislators recently passed Assembly Bill 1013, which requires all license 48 liquor establishments to have drink test kits on hand for customers. The bill will go into effect July 1, 2024. The Alcohol Beverage Control Act Source: ABC.CA.gv Assembly Bill 1013, also known as the Alcohol Beverage Control Act, was approved by Governor Gavin Newsom in October 2023 and finalized earlier this month. The…
Since their inception in the mid-20th century, fast food restaurants have been a staple in the American diet. While everyone enjoys a quick burger now and then, the affordable price point has historically been more of a draw for those living on a budget. However, over the past few years, the prices at fast food chains have increased significantly. Now, many low-income Americans say they can’t afford to eat fast food anymore, and popular companies have already started to see a difference in sales. Let’s Talk Numbers Source: Freepik/Freepik When McDonald’s first opened its doors in 1940, a fresh hamburger…
Almost every US president has had a considerable amount of wealth, but former president Donald Trump was unquestionably the richest man to ever hold the title. Now, nearly four years after he lost to current President Joe Biden, Donald Trump is running for president again and he’s considerably richer than he was back then. In fact, as one of the 500 richest people in the world, if Trump takes back the Oval Office, he will beat his last record for wealthiest president ever by more than 200%. Donald Trump’s Personal Wealth Source: iStock Trying to get an exact number for…
Roughly 6 million people fly in a commercial airplane every day, and that number grows every year. These people, of course, believe they are completely safe flying in essentially a metal box 40,000 feet in the air, but as it turns out, that is not always the case. Boeing has made more than 10,000 of commercial planes in the air, and in the past few years, it has become glaringly apparent the company prioritizes profits over safety. Now that people know the truth, Boeing has to make big changes, including hiring a new CEO. Boeing Has Been a Consistent Leader…
Costco is undoubtedly one of America’s favorite stores. The giant warehouses sell everything from new electronics to fresh produce, family-sized boxes of snacks, and even clothes and workout equipment. For many, one of the best parts about shopping at Costco is eating in the food court. However, the membership-only warehouse has just announced that it is officially cracking down on who can eat at its beloved food courts. Costco’s New Food Court Rule Source: Reddit Over the past few weeks, signs have been popping up in Costco food courts all around the country that read: “An active Costco membership card…
The lack of laws prohibiting squatters from infiltrating American homes has led to several big stories this month. From stories of squatters actually removing the property owners from their homes to landlords losing hundreds of thousands of dollars in rent, it seems as though this situation is at its breaking point. One group of men in California have decided that they won’t wait for the laws to change. For several thousand dollars, they will remove those pesky squatters for anyone struggling with this problem in the Golden State. What Is a Squatter? Source: Shutterstock Trying to understand laws against squatters…
One of the most intense and important debates in the United States is regarding the right to own and carry a firearm. While many Americans believe it is and always should be a Constitutional right, others argue that with increasing gun violence throughout the nation, its laws need to be re-evaluated. In the state of Wyoming, a famously pro-gun state, Governor Mark Gordon just vetoed an incredibly controversial concealed carry bill, and many of his constituents are not thrilled. Wyoming’s Concealed Carry Bill Source: @Colorado Department of Transportation/Facebook Wyoming is known throughout the US as the “Cowboy State.” As many…
In South Korea, the government is making big changes to the medical field. They want to increase medical school admissions by 66% by next year and by more than 300% by 2035. While the government claims that the new plan has many benefits, thousands of young doctors around the country have walked out in protest. South Korea’s Medical Reform Source: Freepik South Korea has only 2.6 doctors for every 1,000 people, which means the country has one of the lowest doctor-to-patient ratios in the world. In response to this reality, the government has decided to instill what they consider “necessary”…