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Consumer

McDonald’s Top Line Took a Hit from the Israel-Hamas War

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The burger giant had mostly stellar growth around the world, but the volatile region has become the scene of critical boycotts.

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Consumer

Europe’s Budget Airlines Are Set for Another Summer Surge

Despite pesky inflation and higher fares, the Continent’s low-cost airlines expect a lot full planes this summer.

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Energy

Google Announces Massive Wind Farm Deal

Google announced it is signing power purchase agreements with two offshore wind farms to power its data centers in Europe.

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Healthcare

WeightWatchers May Be No Match for Obesity-Drug Craze

After a solid 2023, shares of WW International just experienced their worst month ever, falling nearly 60% amid signs of waning demand.

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Industrials

Ryanair Rides to Boeing’s Defense With Potential Plane Order

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The Irish budget airline said it might be interested in scooping up a new Boeing model if bigger airlines cancel orders.

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Media & Entertainment

Digital News Media Has Fallen Off its New Millennium Perch

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The toast of the early 2000s, many prominent news and lifestyle sites like Vice and Buzzfeed have fallen on hard times.

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Media & Entertainment

Musicians Could Be Next to Disturb Hollywood’s Labor Peace

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In the wake of monthslong work stoppages by both writers and actors, musicians prepare to negotiate over similar issues.

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