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Costco's New 'VIP Hour' Gives Executive Members Early Access—Is It Worth Upgrading Your Membership?
Costco's new early-access perk for Executive Members has shoppers flocking to upgrade, but Gold Star members feel left out. Is the £104 ($130) fee worth it?
Starbucks Battles New Challenger With Luckin Coffee's US Entry in NYC
Luckin Coffee enters the U.S. market with two NYC stores, challenging Starbucks with app-only ordering and competitive prices.
Kroger Pushes Ahead with Store Growth Plans for Next Year
Kroger plans to open 30 new stores in 2025 while closing underperforming locations to boost growth and customer loyalty.
Texas Lawmaker Urges Trump to Ease Immigration Crackdown Citing Harm to Small Businesses
Rep. Vicente Gonzalez asked President Trump to issue an executive order allowing small businesses to sponsor undocumented migrants who have lived in the United States for at least three years and have no criminal record.
Walmart's Texas Sam's Club Closure Could Affect Over 100 Employees
Walmart is closing its Fort Worth Sam's Club fulfillment center, potentially impacting over 100 jobs as operations shift to other Texas facilities.
In-N-Out Burger Files Lawsuit Against YouTuber Over Fake Employee Stunt
In-N-Out Burger sues YouTuber Bryan Arnett for impersonating an employee and posting prank videos that allegedly harmed the brand.
Red Lobster Brings Back Crabfest with 10 New Dishes in Post-Bankruptcy Comeback Plan
After filing for bankruptcy, Red Lobster brought back its popular Crabfest. Can this help it bounce back?
Starbucks Introduces Transparent Pricing Model for Add-Ons in App Test
Starbucks updates its pricing for drink add-ons and tests a new app feature to show real-time costs for custom orders.
McDonald's Drops Krispy Kreme Partnership, Citing Unsustainable Costs
McDonald's ends Krispy Kreme partnership due to high costs, pulling doughnuts from menus nationwide by July 2.