Larry Silverstein looks to lure Amex to help him build final tower at Trade Center complex
Larry Silverstein is hoping third time's a charm when it comes to rebuilding World Trade Center II. The developer is reportedly in serious talks with American Express to anchor or completely fill the delayed skyscraper, as Silverstein needs tenants to fund the construction. The as-yet-unbuilt tower is the missing link in a successful commercial revitalization […]
Bill Belichick has 1 word to describe why it’s difficult to lure free agents to Patriots
Bill Belichick has done everything he can to win six Super Bowl championships during his illustrious career with the New England Patriots. Building teams through trades and the draft has always been Belichick's specialty: He drafted Richard Seymour, Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman, got the most out of Troy Brown and Ty Law […]
McDonald’s $5 value meals lure back inflation-battered customers: survey
Fast-food and casual-dining chains have been offering affordable meal plans this year to win back shoppers battered by inflation, and new data suggests it’s working. Restaurants including McDonald’s, Starbucks, Chili’s and Buffalo Wild Wings saw increased foot traffic after introducing meal bundles and limited-time discounts, according to a new study. McDonald’s launched its long-awaited $5 […]
Sonic Drive-In enters fast-food value meal wars with $1.99 menu to lure in inflation-rocked customers
Sonic Drive-Ins said Monday it is launching a value menu, joining rivals McDonald’s, Burger King and Taco Bell in an industry-wide effort to lure back customers hit by inflation. The 71-year-old burger chain, owned by Inspire Brands, which also operates Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings and Dunkin’ Donuts, will offer a permanent menu of burgers, […]
This Is So Florida: USF Uses A Huge Row Of Lamborghinis To Lure Football Recruits
That’s how we do it in the Sunshine State, folks! With the NCAA finally normalizing the Wild Wild West effect, the era of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) has truly begun, and millionaire student-athletes are becoming more blatant. And it’s not just kids whose behavior is becoming more blatant: college sports programs are also using […]
Smugglers turn to social media to lure Turkish migrants on ease of entry into US
Turkish migrants are reportedly entering the United States at the southern border in record numbers, and smugglers have taken to social media to brag about how easy it is to cross into the US through California. According to data on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website, just over 1,400 Turkish migrants were encountered along […]
McDonald’s confirms $5 value meal promotion to lure back customers
McDonald’s has confirmed it will roll out a limited-time $5 combo meal this summer in hopes of attracting customers who have been turned away by inflation since the fast-food chain’s price hikes. The Chicago-based company announced it will be introducing a month-long promotion starting June 25th. During the event, customers can choose from four items: […]
Struggling restaurants announce deals to lure in customers as inflation remains high
As rising inflation continues to affect businesses across the country, several restaurant chains have announced value deals to get cash-strapped customers to return. This week, Red Lobster announced it was shuttering over 50 locations. It comes as the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported on Tuesday that inflation went up 2.2% for the year ending in […]
McDonald’s considering $5 meal deal to lure back inflation-hit customers
California McDonald’s franchise owner Scott Rodrick joins Barney & Company. to discuss California’s highly controversial $20 minimum wage increase. McDonald’s is giving five U.S. franchisees a bid to persuade price-conscious customers to come back as fast-food restaurants’ sales have slumped due to inflation and more people are eating at home. We’re asking you to consider […]
McDonald’s to launch $5 meal deal to lure back customers
McDonald’s is reportedly trying to lure back lower-income customers who were being priced out of the Golden Arches after menu prices increased to include $18 Big Macs and $6 hash browns. It is reportedly preparing to launch dollar meal deals. A person familiar with the matter said the affordable menu could include a McChicken or […]