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Burger King Tests Whopper Bites And Bowls in U.S.
The fast-food chain is evaluating options including Whopper Bites and protein bowls. Tom Curtis says the move prepares for demand shifts as eleven percent of adults use weight-loss drugs while analysts predict revenue losses.
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Burger King President Curtis Addresses Influence of GLP-1 Medications in Miami
Burger King U.S. and Canada President Tom Curtis addressed the influence of GLP-1 medications during a Miami interview. Burger King U.S. comparable store sales increased by 5.8% in the first quarter of the year.
US Small Business Bankruptcy Filings Increase 67 Percent in Past Quarter
Small business bankruptcy filings rose 67 percent in the past quarter from the previous year. American Bankruptcy Institute cited persistent inflation, elevated interest rates, and geopolitical instability.
UNICEF Warns Middle East War Could Push 23.4 Million Children Into Poverty
Health workers in northern Nigeria report children relapsing into malnutrition is increasingly common in Sokoto. UNICEF warns 23.4 million additional children could fall into monetary poverty if the Middle East war continues.
119th Congress Passes GOP Tax Bill Cutting $4.5 Trillion Next Decade
The 119th Congress passed a GOP bill cutting taxes by $4.5 trillion during the next decade. Experts warn Congress is ceding power to President Trump while public dissatisfaction remains high.
Walmart Removes Four Marketside Lettuce Products Due to Cyclospora Recall
Walmart removed four bagged iceberg lettuce salad products on July 18, 2026, after Taylor Farms initiated a recall. The CDC reported 1,645 confirmed cyclospora cases in the U.S. in 2026 with 141 hospitalizations.
Netflix Shares Fall More Than 10 Percent After Revenue and Metrics Shift
Netflix reported second-quarter-2026 revenue of $12.56 billion and announced annual metrics reports in 2027. Shares fell more than 10 percent on Friday after the company forecasted revenue between $51 billion and $51.4 billion.
Uber Agrees to Acquire Delivery Hero in $14.8 Billion Deal Pending Approval
Uber agreed to acquire Delivery Hero for $14.8 billion pending approval with 2027 closure. The combined entity will operate in 99 countries and booked $236 billion in orders during 2025.
Honda Ends Production Of Prologue Electric SUV For U.S. Market
Honda confirmed the end of Prologue electric SUV production for the United States on July 16, 2026. Removal from the automaker's portfolio follows a market downturn after the $7,500 tax credit ended in fall 2025.
United Airlines Restores Operations After System Outage Disrupts Flight Network
United Airlines restored systems following an outage that affected flight operations. Houston Airport System confirmed the reboot, though flight delays may persist as crews realign schedules.
Department of Defense CIO Forms Task Force to Review CMMC Compliance Rules
Chief Information Officer Kirsten Davies announced a task force to review the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program. The group will pause Phase 2 requirements for 60 days and report recommendations by mid-September.
SpaceX Shares Close Below IPO Price For First Time Since June Debut
SpaceX stock closed at $131.11 on Thursday, marking the first drop below the $135 initial public offering price since June. Short selling activity increased to 185 million shares while lockup expirations start after early August earnings.
Phia Extension Generated Fake Clicks to Claim Commissions on Sales
A report stated extension Phia generated fake clicks to claim commissions on sales it did not drive on July 9. Competitors suspected Phia siphoned commissions before marketing concerns surfaced about the startup cofounded by Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni.
Iowa Colony City Council Discusses Resolution Opposing Data Centers on July 20
Iowa Colony City Council will discuss a resolution opposing data centers during its July 20, 2026 meeting. Officials cite water conservation and infrastructure readiness as primary reasons for the proposed measure.
Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday Begins July 31 Through August 2 2026
The annual Tennessee sales tax holiday occurs from July 31 to August 2 2026. Clothing priced at $100 or less and computers costing $1,500 or less are exempt from state and local taxes including online orders.
California Employers See Family Health Costs Exceed $30,000 in 2027
Family health coverage costs for California employers are projected to exceed $30,000 in 2027. Rising medical expenses and state taxes strain business operations and household budgets across California.
Publicis Groupe Lifts 2026 Growth Guidance After Record First Half Revenue
Publicis Groupe reported record 2026 first half and lifted organic revenue growth guidance. Q2 organic growth reached 4.8% as it invested $3 billion in the first half.
Chicago Fed President Goolsbee Tours Snap-on Headquarters in Kenosha, Wisconsin
Austan Goolsbee visited Snap-on headquarters in Kenosha, Wisconsin to examine domestic production methods and customized tool strategy for professionals. The company's philosophy is to be at the point of work, observing it, and then using those insights to create a tool which will make it easier.
U.S. Gross Domestic Product Grows 2.6 Percent Outpacing European Union Increase
U.S. gross domestic product rose 2.6 percent in the first quarter of 2026 as the European Union increased 0.7 percent. Annual income growth averaged 3.3 percent in the U.S. during five years versus 2.6 percent for Europe.
West Hollywood Water Pipe Burst Floods Sunset Boulevard And Submerges Buses
A century-old water pipe burst in West Hollywood Thursday, flooding streets and cracking pavement on Sunset Boulevard. The rupture partially submerged buses and forced road closures while officials confirmed no injuries occurred.
Average 30-Year Mortgage Refinance Rate Stands at 6.85% in July 2026
The average 30-year mortgage refinance rate was 6.85% on July 16, 2026. Pending home sales fell 5.4% in June 2026 as Treasury yields increased.
AAA Reports Diesel Prices Exceed $5 Per Gallon in United States
AAA reports average diesel costs exceeded $5 per gallon nationally as of July 10, 2026. Gasoline prices reached nearly $4 per gallon while refineries operated at 96% capacity and inventories remained 20 million barrels above minimums.
S&P 500 Gains 0.29% After Cooler Inflation Data and Fed President Comments
S&P 500 rose 0.29% Wednesday after cooler June inflation data and comments from New York Fed President Williams. July rate hike probability dropped to 10% as investors anticipate inflation moving toward the Fed target.
U.S. FDA Approves Merck Oral Drug Lipfendra to Lower LDL Cholesterol
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Merck's oral cholesterol drug Lipfendra on Thursday. The tablet reduces LDL levels by up to 60 percent and costs $315 monthly.