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Yum CEO says KFC China needs more time to recover
Yum Brands Inc's chief executive said on Wednesday the company still must fully convince diners in its top market of China that food at its KFC restaurants is safe, following a pair of safety scares, and predicted 2014 would be a "strong bounce back year."
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Greens ask U.S. biotech firms to sit out food-labeling vote
A month before election day, environmentalists urged biotechnology companies and a food industry group to stop pouring money into a campaign against a proposed food-labeling law in Washington state.
McDonald's Names New CEO for German Division
McDonald's Corp said it has appointed a new head of its German operations, as the world's largest restaurant chain grapples with a downturn in consumer spending in Europe.
McDonald's Cleaning up Happy Meal Image by Offering 20 Million Free Books
McDonald's, plans to distribute more than 20 million paperback books inside its Happy Meals in the U.S. during the two-week period between Nov. 1 and 14.
Sprite is the Best Hangover Cure: Researchers Say
Sprite is the best way to cure a hangover. After a night of drinking, Sprite is the best way to cure a hangover according to a new study. "These results are a reminder that herbal and other supplements can have pharmacological activities that both harm and benefit our health," Edzard Ernst, Emeritus professor of complementary medicine at the University of Exeter told Chemistry World.
Comcast's 'Xfinity Home Control System and Ecosaver' Keeps Energy Costs Low and Families Safe
Comcast has developed an Xfinity Home Control System catered to those living in apartments, and condo communities particularly Florida residents.
Alpine Swifts Can Fly For 200 Days Nonstop
In a surprise to researchers, a flock of Alpine Swift birds flew non-stop for 200 days. In a surprise to researchers, a flock of Alpine Swift birds flew non-stop for 200 days The Los Angeles Times reported on Tuesday.
Leif Erikson's Life Honored Today: Who Was He? (VIDEO)
Wednesday marks the observance of Leif Erikson Day, which honors the life of the first European to discover North America over a millennium ago.
Starbucks Free Coffee: Customers Receive Cup On The House For Acts of Kindness
In an effort to solve the latest political conflict, Starbucks chief executive officer Howard Schultz is handing out free coffee to customers who show how it can be done.
Men's Wearhouse Rejects Jos. A. Bank's $2.3 Billion Bid to Takeover Struggling Retailer
Men's Wearhouse has rejected a $2.3 billion bid from Jos. A. Bank to takeover the struggling retailer.