Panera’s million-dollar turnaround starts with fixing its salads — as Americans drift away from iceberg lettuce
The fast-casual chain is undoing years of cutbacks with a new strategy dubbed “Panera RISE.”...
In a divisive climate, Katseye and Gap have delivered a moment that’s as comfy as an old pair of jeans | CNN
Gap is giving us something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.
As flight cancellations rise, people are turning to trains, car rentals and creative solutions to get to their destinations | CNN
Xavier Vega and his partner, Soluna Vega, cheered in relief as the “Welcome to Connecticut” sign came into view. It marked the end of an unplanned 17-hour highway odyssey home after their flight became one of more than 1,000 cancellations tied to the ongoing government shutdown.
Buses and trains see resurgence amid US air travel chaos
Americans are increasingly booking buses and trains to their Thanksgiving destinations this year while some have outright canceled their plans following the worst disruptions to air travel since the start of the government shutdown.
Tylenol, Kleenex, Band-Aid and more put under one roof in $48.7 billion consumer brands deal
Kimberly-Clark is buying Tylenol maker Kenvue in an approximately $48.7 billion cash-and-stock deal, creating a massive consumer health goods company.
What Happens When a Pop Star Runs a Marathon in Your Shorts?
When Harry Styles shocked the running world with a sub-three-hour marathon, he wore Tracksmith shorts. He isn’t sponsored by the company, but they’re big fans.
Kmart subs a nod to nostalgia at Fraser’s Schott’s Market
Schott’s Market in Fraser has been quietly selling the classic KMart subs for a few years, but a recent review by a local radio personality has spiked sales.
Taylor Swift fans flock to German museum to see Ophelia painting
A German museum has seen hundreds of fans visit a painting depicted in the singer's video.
Apple’s reportedly pulling back on iPhone Air production
Sales are slim too.
New User Trends on Wikipedia
Isiwal, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons In March, the Wikimedia Foundation shared about the global trends that are impacting our movement. These trends have continued to shape not only the Wikim…
Whiskey Production Has Hit Its Lowest Level Since 2019
According to a new US Treasury report, American whiskey production has fallen to its lowest level since 2019
Berries are America’s top-selling fruit — and every parent’s grocery bill nightmare
Berry spending topped $12B in the last year. Many parents felt like their own kids accounted for all of it.
Wendy’s Unveils Turnaround to Revitalize Brand
Wendy’s has launched a new strategic plan, dubbed “Project Fresh,” aimed at revitalizing the brand, reigniting growth, accelerating profitability and enhancing shareholder value.
Lay’s rebrands to look more wholesome
Remember the potatoes.
Gaining speed: E-bikes pose opportunity and hazards
Experts weigh in on the pros and cons that come with the surging popularity of electric bicycles.
Saunas are the hot new activity for Americans
Steam rooms are gaining popularity in the US
Craft Breweries Struggle as Sales and Appetites Wane
Once the darling of the alcohol industry, small-batch beer makers are shutting down because of increased competition and flagging interest.
Diners increasingly have a taste for smaller portions
Customers want to cut costs and watch their weight.
How Much Alcohol Americans Drink
Just under half of adults in the United States said they had an alcoholic beverage in the past 30 days. Does this change for various groups?
McDonald’s is serving up Monopoly, hold the fraud
The beloved promotion that was once at the center of a massive scam is back
Eating your nostalgic feelings is big business
Fast-food chains are leaning into nostalgia as a money-maker.
Eating your nostalgic feelings is big business
Fast-food chains are leaning into nostalgia as a money-maker.
Liking and subscribing to celebrity rewatch podcasts
Fans love going back in time to reminisce about old TV shows with their stars
Michelob Ultra is in the best shape of its life
The low-calorie beverage has become the best-selling beer in the US.
Why Popcorn Ceilings Used to Be So Popular—and Why They Vanished
The textured ceiling pattern was all the rage in the 1950s. Then things got bumpy.
A $35 Chicken Dinner in Mississippi? How New York Prices Went National.
Not all diners mind paying more at chef-driven restaurants.
Hamburger Helper Sales Rise as Americans Try to Stretch Their Food Dollars
The price of beef and other grocery items are climbing, and consumers are turning to canned meats and a 1970s staple.
People are rushing to buy Apple’s iPhone 17, but it’s probably not because of the iPhone 17
More people went to Apple’s website when preorders for the new iPhone began than have since 2022....
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“Broistas” and protein-maxxing: Dutch Bros and other unlikely coffee challengers are terrifying Starbucks
The sudden rise of upstarts like Dutch Bros and 7 Brew shows how consumer preferences around coffee have changed.
Gen Z thinks iPods are cool again
Google searches for old iPod models are peaking thanks to school bans and a healthy dose of nostalgia....