Bird flu hits McDonald's breakfasts in Australia
McDonald's in Australia cut breakfast service due to an egg shortage caused by bird flu, leading to the slaughter of 1.5 million chickens.
Tue Jul 02 2024
McDonald’s to end AI trial in US over ordering mishaps
The AI's reliability is questioned after mishaps like adding bacon to ice cream and ordering hundreds of dollars in chicken nuggets.
Wed Jun 19 2024
Free meals for Israeli soldiers divide McDonald's franchises over Israel-Hamas war
McDonald's franchises in some Muslim countries disavowed a move by the company's Israeli restaurants to give free meals to Israeli military.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Burger King says tomatoes on 'vacation' as India battles food inflation
The burger chain, one of India's biggest with nearly 400 outlets, joins many McDonald's and Subway stores that removed tomatoes from menus.
Wed Aug 16 2023
Tennis - Ailing Nadal bows out of Australian Open, rain causes havoc
A wincing Nadal suffered a left hip problem midway through his 6-4 6-4 7-5 loss to American Mackenzie McDonald.
Wed Jan 18 2023
'Mac is back': McDonald's plans 'phased' reopening in Ukraine
McDonald's announced plans Thursday for a "phased" partial reopening of restaurants in Ukraine, after operations shuttered since February.
Sat Aug 13 2022
Russian 'McDonald's' runs short of French fries
Former McDonald's restaurants in Russia are facing a shortage of French fries due to a poor harvest and Western sanctions.
Mon Jul 11 2022
FACTBOX: What's in a name? Rebranded McDonald's outlets open in Russia
McDonald's flagship Big Mac and other burgers and desserts such as McFlurry are missing, but other popular items are on a smaller menu.
Mon Jun 13 2022
Goodbye Golden Arches: Rebranded McDonald's to reopen in Russia
Sunday marks a new dawn for Russia's fast-food lovers as former McDonald's restaurants reopen under new branding and ownership.
Fri Jun 10 2022
How Tom Cruise survived the end of the star era
Cruise managed to recover and thrive by presenting himself as something like a real-life superhero.
Wed May 18 2022
TikTok takes users behind the scenes in a McDonald's kitchen!
Admit it, there are lots of things you've been wondering about the fast food giant and how it prepares your menu favorites.
Sat Feb 12 2022
What if you ordered your Big Mac in the metaverse?
A portion of the population might enjoy visiting these universes, where it's possible to imagine anything.
Fri Feb 11 2022
'Moulin Rouge!', 'The Inheritance' win biggest Tony Awards as Broadway shows off its best
"Moulin Rouge! The Musical," based on the 2001 movie, won 10 awards, including best musical, and for lead actor Aaron Tveit.
Mon Sep 27 2021
Willard Scott, rollicking weatherman of TV's 'Today' show for 35 years, dies at 87
Scott's chatty, folksy manner covered up his lack of meteorological training during his time as American tv's most popular weatherman.
Sun Sep 05 2021
Jennifer Hudson got ultimate 'Respect' when Aretha picked her to star in biopic
Jennifer Hudson says she is nervous and excited for people to see "Respect," her personal tribute to the late Aretha Franklin.
Tue Aug 10 2021
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024