#McDonald’s sales surge as COVID pandemic lifts

#McDonald’s sales surge as COVID pandemic lifts

“#McDonald’s sales surge as COVID pandemic lifts” McDonald’s sales are soaring above even pre-pandemic levels as the economy roars back to life. The largest restaurant company in the world said demand surged for its Big Macs, fries and Chicken McNuggets in the first quarter — thanks to coronavirus stimulus checks and the company’s vast network…

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#FDA announces plans to ban menthol cigarettes

#FDA announces plans to ban menthol cigarettes

“#FDA announces plans to ban menthol cigarettes” US health regulators have announced plans to ban menthol cigarettes — but critics argue it could fuel a dangerous black market for the flavored smokes. The announcement by the Food and Drug Administration Thursday will not lead to any immediate impact, but rather kickstart the years-long rulemaking process. The FDA…

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#US cruises can resume in mid-July, sending shares higher

#US cruises can resume in mid-July, sending shares higher

“#US cruises can resume in mid-July, sending shares higher” Cruise lines could resume US operations by mid-July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday, sending the industry’s stocks up on investor hope that a more than year-long suspension could be nearing its end. Ships can begin limited sailings with passengers if 98 percent…

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#Comcast profits surge despite revenue drop at NBCUniversal

#Comcast profits surge despite revenue drop at NBCUniversal

“#Comcast profits surge despite revenue drop at NBCUniversal” Comcast said its quarterly profit soared 55 percent, lifted by its booming broadband and wireless businesses even as its NBCUniversal unit’s theme parks and TV networks continued to get hammered by the pandemic. The cable TV giant also gave investors a peek into its nascent streaming business,…

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#Creep arrested for sexually assaulting woman in Brooklyn

#Creep arrested for sexually assaulting woman in Brooklyn

“#Creep arrested for sexually assaulting woman in Brooklyn” The creep who tried to rob a woman before sexually assaulting her in a terrifying, caught-on-camera attack in Brooklyn has been nabbed. Kelvin Williams, 31, was arrested late Wednesday and slapped with a slew of charges, including sexually motivated assault and criminal obstruction of breathing, in connection…

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