Lessons learned from Bud Light's crash
Longtime customers revolted, forcing a staggering 21.4 per cent drop in sales – a fiasco that may remind many of the 1996 McDonald's Arch Deluxe.
Google Cloud takes its operations to the Middle East with new cloud region launching in Doha
The new cloud region in Doha will enable Qatar to economically rise and reach greater levels of digital transformation and evolution.
Wendy's and Google Cloud expand partnership to take drive-through experience to the next level
Fast-food chain Wendy's are looking to improve the customer experience at its restaurants drive-throughs using AI with assistance from Google Cloud.
World not ready yet to 'switch off' fossil fuels, COP28 host UAE says
The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday that countries should agree to phase out fuel emissions - not the production of oil, gas and coal
Ukraine farms lose workers to war, complicating a tough harvest
Dutchman Kees Huizinga has faced many challenges in the two decades he has spent as a farmer in Ukraine. Russia's invasion has thrown up one challenge he never expected.
UK SMEs and local communities could benefit from King Charles III Coronation weekend
As the UK prepares for a weekend of celebration and opportunity, SMEs anticipate increased revenue and great customer experience during Royal Coronation weekend.
How UK gig workers are navigating the dynamics of the unique British labour force
Many gig workers enjoy working on their terms but have to bear the burden of lower wages. However, employers are still turning to the gig sector to cut labour costs.
Soaring prices dampen UK Ramadan celebrations
England and Wales are home to nearly four million Muslims, and just under 40 percent of them live in the most deprived areas, according to census data released last year.
Direct-to-consumer e-commerce surpasses £122 billion, doubling post-pandemic
DTC sales took off as a lifeline during Covid, now surpassing £122.7 in sales, according to eMarketer. However, companies must ensure they are properly equipped if they are to capture DTC's significant future potential.
50 Genius New Products You'll Keep On Hand At All Times
Innovative products can help us make tasks easier and our daily grind more fun and productive. Here are 50 interesting new products you can buy online today.
Inflation scare over? The case for and against sticky inflation
Two years after inflation began its rapid ascent, investors, economists and policymakers remain divided on the path ahead.
McDonald's extends discount scheme for NHS workers
The fast-food giant confirmed the extension until March 31 this year.
Baker Greggs sees more growth as Britons 'seek value'
British bakery and fast food chain Greggs forecast more growth this year, as its value products, longer opening hours, loyalty app and new menu options like hot wraps and loaded wedges help drive sales despite squeezed consumer incomes.
McDonald's Cardi B & Offset meal draws pushback from some franchisees
Some restaurant owners say having the two artists promote the company breaks the "Golden Arches Code."
Hedge funds unimpressed by Chinese internet giants' peppy earnings
A set of bumper earnings reports from the likes of Baidu Inc and other Chinese internet giants isn't impressing hedge funds and other investors who have cut exposure to the stocks and seem to be waiting for more good news.
50 Of The Most Life-Changing Home Products You May Want To Own Them Yourself
Even the smallest task can become quite tedious. Live your life well and let your smart tools do the hard work.
Ash Wednesday 2023: 25 Bible verses to start the first day of Lent
Here are some bible verses to make your Ash Wednesday celebrations unique and special.
Brothers survive 198 hours under debris in Turkey by 'drinking protein shakes and urine'
A massive search and rescue effort is underway in Turkey, with volunteers and authorities racing against time to find survivors.
Battle to save lives in field hospital after Turkey quake
After being trapped beneath rubble for 180 hours, 25-year-old Abir is now fighting for her life in a field hospital after a catastrophic earthquake hit Turkey and Syria.
Turkey earthquake: Journalist stops live reporting to help carry little girl to safety
A journalist from Turkey has won the hearts of people after a video of him running to help a little girl during a live broadcast went viral on the internet.
Hospitality in Crisis: Are there enough chefs to keep up with London's insatiable demand for fine dining?
Chefs have not returned to work in the same numbers post-pandemic, leaving the hospitality industry grappling with an acute staffing crisis at a time when operators are also struggling with the soaring costs of doing business.
Ultra-processed foods such as bread, breakfast cereal and ice cream increase cancer risk: Study
A new study has shed light on how food items that have become a part of our daily diet can increase the risk of cancer.
McDonald's tops profit estimates, warns short-term inflation to persist
McDonald's Corp on Tuesday beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly profit on higher menu prices, even as it warned short-term inflationary pressures would persist in 2023.
Unilever names former Heinz exec Schumacher as CEO
Unilever on Monday appointed Hein Schumacher to replace Alan Jope as chief executive from July in a move that was welcomed by investors including board member and activist shareholder Nelson Peltz.
Six FemTech founders you need to know about
The future is tech, but is the future of tech women? The Femtech market is booming, with new technological innovations, and women are leading the march.
Uniqlo owner gives Japan Inc a jolt with 40% wage hike
Uniqlo parent Fast Retailing Co Ltd on Wednesday said it would raise wages by as much as 40%, a clear sign that Japan's rock-bottom salaries may be starting to budge after decades of deflation and cost-cutting.
After Christmas relief, UK retailers face 2023 reality check
Updates next week from Britain's biggest retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury's and Marks & Spencer are expected to confirm that while Christmas was not the disaster that some had feared, consumer demand is set to weaken in 2023, denting profit.
Top 10 Science Fiction Novels coming out in 2023
Brandon Sanderson's 'Tress of the Emerald Sea' made the list of IBT UK's most highly anticipated Science Fiction Novels coming out in 2023.
Retail traffic data highlights 2022 holiday winners and losers
With three days to go before Christmas, retailers across the United States and Europe face a turbulent end to a drawn-out, mostly disappointing holiday shopping season.
France bans disposable packaging, utensils in fast-food restaurants
Fast-food eateries in France will soon no longer be able to use disposable containers, plates, cups and tableware for clients eating in, the latest measure from a 2020 law to combat waste and encourage recycling.