McDonald's Korea Announces Price Hike Amid Record Revenue
Apr 26, 2024 08:49 am UTC| Business
In an announcement on Thursday, McDonalds Korea revealed plans to increase the prices of 16 key menu items by an average of 2.8%, effective May 2nd. The decision arises from escalating logistics and labor...
Tesla Cybertruck Spotted in Sydney Sparks Debate: Potential Australian Release?
Apr 26, 2024 08:17 am UTC| Technology Business
As the Tesla Cybertruck makes unexpected appearances on the streets of Sydney, speculation swirls about its potential availability in Australia, despite previous doubts regarding its local launch. Tesla Cybertruck...
Remy Cointreau Surprises with Lesser Decline in Sales Thanks to China Boost
Apr 26, 2024 07:59 am UTC| Business
Remy Cointreau reported a smaller-than-anticipated fall in its fourth-quarter sales. The luxury spirits maker, known for its premium cognacs such as Remy Martin, announced on Friday that its cognac division saw significant...
Nestlé Crushes Two Million Perrier Drinks Due to Contamination
Apr 26, 2024 07:38 am UTC| Business
Due to contamination, Nestle smashes two million bottles of its popular Perrier bottled carbonated mineral water. The French public health agency ordered the Swiss food and drink giant to destroy the products after they...
Hertz to Offload 30K EVs This Year, Deepens Cuts Amid Mounting Fleet Losses
Apr 26, 2024 06:46 am UTC| Technology Business
In a recent financial revelation, Hertz disclosed continued losses from its electric vehicle (EV) investments, announcing plans to sell 30,000 EVs this year amid depreciating values and escalating maintenance...
Domino's Launches Innovative 'You Tip, We Tip' Promotion
Apr 26, 2024 06:30 am UTC| Business
In an unprecedented move in the quick-service restaurant industry, Dominos Pizza Inc. has announced the launch of You Tip, We Tip, a promotion that rewards customers for tipping their delivery drivers. Starting April 29,...
Toyota Motor Launches Trial for EV Pickups in Thailand
Apr 26, 2024 06:13 am UTC| Business Technology
Toyota Motor Corporation launched the trial for its electric pickup trucks in Thailand. The Japanese automaker said its pilot project brought nine fully electric Hilux Revo pickups to key Thai market. According to...
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