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Philippines' Catholic devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact crucifixion: Catholic devotees were nailed to crosses in sweltering heat north of the Philippines ...
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Philippines' Catholic devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact crucifixion
Quick Glance: Philippine Devotees Experience Crucifixion Re-Enactment
  • In sweltering heat north of the Philippines capital Manila, Catholic followers were nailed to crosses on Good Friday to re-enact the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

  • Approximately 20,000 Filipino and foreign visitors gathered in San Pedro Cutud in Pampanga province to witness this annual display of dedication, which is not endorsed by the Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines.

  • These crucifixions represented the most extreme manifestation of faith in the Philippines, where around 80% of its over 110 million inhabitants identify as Roman Catholics.

  • During Holy Week, certain believers whip themselves with bamboo lashes, viewing it as a form of penance to cleanse their sins, heal illnesses, and receive blessings. The Catholic Church opposes such practices, asserting that prayers and genuine repentance suffice to observe Lent.
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Pope Francis breaks with tradition in annual ritual by washing the feet of women only
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Quick Glance: Pope Washes Feet of 12 Women at Rome Prison
  • Pope Francis washed and kissed the feet of 12 female inmates at a Rome prison during a Holy Thursday ritual to emphasize his calling of service and humility.

  • He revolutionized the foot-washing ritual for the Vatican by insisting, since his first Holy Thursday as pope in 2013, on having women and people of other faiths among the 12 participants.

  • Francis appeared in good shape at the prison, even after presiding over a long Mass earlier in the day in St. Peter’s Basilica. He was also energized by his visit to the Rebibbia prison, where he was given a basket of vegetables grown in the prison garden as well as two liturgical stoles.

  • Despite the conclusion of Holy Thursday events, Francis has a lot to do in the upcoming days that will test his stamina, including the nighttime Way of the Cross procession at the Colosseum on Friday.
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South Africa Bus Crash Kills 45, but 8-Year-old Survives: The bus, which was carrying people from Botswana to an Easter weekend pilgrimage in South Africa ...
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South Africa Bus Crash Kills 45, but 8-Year-old Survives
Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
  • A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.

  • The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.

  • The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.

  • South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
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Disgraced former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years for financial fraud, must forfeit $11 billion for victims
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Quick Glance: Sam Bankman-Fried's Verdict: 25-Year Prison Term - BBC News
  • Sam Bankman-Fried received a 25-year prison sentence. Key details from the court hearing in New York were summarized, focusing on his defense lawyer's arguments and the judge's ruling.

  • The judge criticized SBF's lack of remorse, noting that he had never expressed a word of regret for committing terrible crimes. Customers who lost money in the collapse reported experiencing nightmares.

  • SBF admitted to making a series of poor decisions but claimed that customers could be reimbursed. The judge pointed out that the assertion that customers would be fully repaid through the bankruptcy process was misleading.

  • The court hearing also included testimonies from customers who lost significant amounts of money, insights into SBF's background, and the reasons behind the collapse of his company FTX.
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Faeser accuses AfD politicians of Russian propaganda: Federal Interior Minister Faeser sees AfD politicians as “part of the Russian propaganda apparatus ...
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Faeser accuses AfD politicians of Russian propaganda
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Philippines says it will not yield to submission in row with 'patronising' China: The Philippines is not seeking a fight or trouble in the South China Sea but ...
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Philippines says it will not yield to submission in row with 'patronising' ...
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🔴 Live: Israeli strike kills at least 36 Syrian soldiers near Aleppo: An Israeli air strike on Syria's Aleppo province killed at least 36 Syrian soldiers on ...
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🔴 Live: Israeli strike kills at least 36 Syrian soldiers near Aleppo
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It is considered one of the most important holidays in the church year: Good Friday. It is a so-called silent holiday. Public events with dancing ... Show more
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I Could Not Stay Silent: Annelle Sheline Resigns from State Dept. over U.S. Gaza Policy
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Quick Glance: Resignation Due to US Support for Israel
  • A senior official at the State Department resigned in protest against the almost impossible promotion of human rights due to US support for Israel's war in Gaza.

  • Annelle Sheline, aged 38, announced her resignation while still in the middle of her two-year contract with the US Department of State as a foreign affairs officer in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor.

  • Initially hesitant to publicly announce her resignation, Sheline was encouraged by colleagues opposing US support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

  • These resignations are the latest in a series of public protests against the Biden administration's support for Israel, leading to internal turmoil within the US State Department.
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House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as impeachment inquiry stalls
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House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as ...
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It’s loud and Insta-friendly. Step inside the world of ‘cool Christianity’: The Pentecostal faithful are flocking to sermons by pastors in ripped jeans and ...
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It’s loud and Insta-friendly. Step inside the world of ‘cool Christianity’
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Melting polar ice is changing the Earth's rotation and affecting how we measure time: Study
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Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
  • A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.

  • Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.

  • The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.

  • Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
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The Greens for Peace? How the party is changing: In the 80s, the Greens were considered an unconditional peace party. Today, party representatives are calling ...
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The Greens for Peace? How the party is changing
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Antonio Rüdiger explains religious gesture: "Don't let me be denigrated as an Islamist"
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Antonio Rüdiger explains religious gesture:
Quick Glance: Rüdiger and DFB Take Legal Action Against Reichelt
  • Antonio Rüdiger and the DFB respond to Julian Reichelt's criticism with legal measures.

  • Reichelt claimed Rüdiger made an Islamist gesture, which both deny.

  • The Federal Ministry of the Interior deems the religious gesture unproblematic.

  • DFB condemns racist comments against U-17 players, emphasizing diversity and respect.
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A group of Irish activists have stormed a Lidl supermarket in Dublin to add “boycott stickers” on Israel-made products. “A Palestinian activist was assaulted ... Show more
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Just when Dutton is winning, he sounds like a sore loser: Dutton calls Albanese weak. Albanese calls Dutton angry. Each is trying to pin a label on the other ...
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Just when Dutton is winning, he sounds like a sore loser
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We Were the Lucky Ones Comes So Close to Transcending the Typical Holocaust Drama
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Quick Glance: We Were the Lucky Ones: A Moving Portrayal of the Holocaust
  • The series depicts the resistance of Jewish family members against Nazi persecution.

  • The Kurcs survive various horror scenarios during World War II.

  • Despite the emotional storyline, it lacks deeper artistic insight.

  • The portrayal of the Holocaust experience offers educational aspects.
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Elon Musk Announces Significant Changes to X. Here’s What to Know: Elon Musk has announced new changes to X (formerly Twitter) that will allow certain accounts ...
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Elon Musk Announces Significant Changes to X. Here’s What to Know
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reconciliation with Kate, William is 100% 'possible': He'll offer his help
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reconciliation with Kate ...
Quick Glance: The Royal Family Tree: Succession and New Generations
  • After Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022, the Windsor family tree began to grow rapidly.

  • King Charles III now leads the House of Windsor, followed by Prince William and his family.

  • The line of succession is led by Prince William and his three children, who have taken on the Wales title.

  • A closer look at the current British royal family, including the king, his siblings, children, and grandchildren.
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Rachel Maddow Reacts To Ronna McDaniel’s NBC Ouster: “Acknowledging that you might have got something wrong is a real sign of strength,” the MSNBC host said.
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Rachel Maddow Reacts To Ronna McDaniel’s NBC Ouster
Quick Glance: NBC ends association with former RNC head Ronna McDaniel
  • NBC News severed ties with former Republican National Committee chief Ronna McDaniel on Tuesday, shortly after bringing her on board as a political contributor on air.

  • The decision came in response to a strong backlash from some of the network's journalists and commentators.

  • McDaniel learned about her job termination through media reports rather than directly from NBC.

  • The hiring and subsequent swift termination of McDaniel sparked public protests within the NBC network and beyond.
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#LokSabhaElection2024 | Sitharaman said that BJP chief JP Nadda asked her if she wanted to contest the election from Tamil Nadu or Andhra Pradesh ... Show more
Quick Glance: Nirmala Sitharaman rejects offer to contest Lok Sabha election
  • Nirmala Sitharaman said she doesn't have enough money to participate in the Lok Sabha elections and declined the BJP's offer for a ticket.

  • Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has turned down the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) offer to participate in the upcoming elections, citing a lack of funds to contest the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.
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Larry David Tees Off on Trump: ‘He’s a Sociopath’: Larry David bashed Donald Trump at length during an interview with CNN on Thursday, calling the former ...
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Larry David Tees Off on Trump: ‘He’s a Sociopath’
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A video posted by Palestinian journalist Abd Sabbah shows a malnourished Palestinian child from northern Gaza receiving medical treatment at Kamal Adwan ... Show more
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Barack Obama and Bill Clinton to raise $25 million with Biden amid concerns about his age
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Barack Obama and Bill Clinton to raise $25 million with Biden amid ...
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Trump will attend wake of a slain New York police officer: Donald Trump has deplored crime in heavily Democratic cities, called for shoplifters to be shot ...
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Trump will attend wake of a slain New York police officer
Quick Glance: Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Raises $1.5M for Slain Cop Jonathan Diller's Family
  • Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, announced raising $1.5 million for the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller after vowing to match contributions.

  • Portnoy expressed condolences for the fallen officer, highlighting the importance of supporting law enforcement. He appealed for donations and committed to donating all proceeds.

  • The fallen officer Diller was shot by a suspect when a routine traffic stop in Queens escalated. Portnoy emphasized the tragedy and praised the community's support for the deceased officer's family.

  • The Silver Shield Foundation offers assistance for Diller's 1-year-old son to fund his future education. Portnoy pledged to double all proceeds to support the family, stressing the need for a united response to such tragedies.
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A Palestinian boy sustained injuries when Israeli forces bombed his house in the Zaytoun neighbourhood of Gaza. Local reports indicate that some of his family ... Show more
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Putin says F-16s in Ukraine ‘won’t change the situation on the battlefield’: Russian President Vladimir Putin this week said that Ukraine obtaining F-16 fighter ...
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Putin says F-16s in Ukraine ‘won’t change the situation on the ...
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Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel graduated from college with degrees in education and are both teaching fifth grade in Minnesota ... Show more
Quick Glance: Conjoined twin Abby Hensel, of TLC's 'Abby & Brittany,' is now married to an Army veteran
  • Abby and Brittany Hensel, known from the TLC reality series, have transitioned from a duo to a trio.

  • The marriage of Abby, the left-side conjoined twin, to Josh Bowling, a nurse and United States Army veteran, took place in 2021. They reside in Minnesota, the birthplace and hometown of the Hensel twins.

  • As per the 'Today' show, which acquired marriage records for the spouses, the sisters both work as fifth-grade teachers in their home state.

  • Abby and Josh kept their marital union private until 2023, when they unveiled photos of the wedding ceremony on their TikTok @abbyandbrittanyhensel. A resurfaced clip from a wedding guest depicted an intimate moment from the couple's wedding on Facebook.
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Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' is a little bit country and a whole lot more: Review: Beyoncé told us that "Cowboy Carter" wouldn't be a typical country album and she ...
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Quick Glance: Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Unveiled
  • Beyoncé's new album is a 27-track tour of popular music with a Beatles cover, cameos by Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton, and features from Miley Cyrus and Post Malone.

  • Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album goes beyond just country music, incorporating elements of funk, rock, and pop among other genres.

  • Described as a project over five years in the making, Beyoncé's album was born out of an experience where she felt unwelcome, showcasing a diverse range of musical influences.

  • The diversity of 'Cowboy Carter' album by Beyoncé reflects a wide array of contemporary pop music and also raises questions about the nature of music genres, as evident in the track 'Spaghettii.'
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Georgia Republican Party official voted illegally nine times, judge rules : A judge ruled this week that a top Georgia Republican Party official ...
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Georgia Republican Party official voted illegally nine times, judge rules
Quick Glance: Trump Attorney Challenges Georgia Charges
  • Former President Trump's attorneys argued that the charges in Georgia target core political speech and urged the judge to dismiss them under the First Amendment before the trial.

  • Trump contested the November 2020 election results, alleging fraud, and faces accusations of attempting to subvert Georgia's election results to stay in power.

  • Trump, along with allies, faces 10 charges in Georgia related to the election, with his attorney pressing a First Amendment defense while other defendants like David Shafer also challenge their charges.

  • McAfee presided over the hearing, where various legal arguments were presented, including challenges to the indictment's language regarding Shafer's involvement in sending alternate electors and Trump's alleged false votes.
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US hasn't ruled out consequences for Israel over looming Rafah operation: What would that look like?
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US hasn't ruled out consequences for Israel over looming Rafah operation: ...
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Most Americans disapprove of Israel’s war in Gaza, poll finds — a downward shift in Americans’ opinions on the war. Many Americans also disapprove of the U.S ... Show more
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'It's about time:' France considers a law to ban hair discrimination: Lawmakers in France’s lower house of parliament on Thursday approved a bill that would ban ...
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'It's about time:' France considers a law to ban hair discrimination
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Global Press Certificate Program
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RKI protocols: "Extensive" redaction: The RKI protocols from the corona pandemic were only partially redacted. Health Minister Lauterbach has now arranged for ...
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RKI protocols:
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US State Department official Annelle Sheline, 38, resigned from her position in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor in protest of the Biden ... Show more
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Massacre in Moscow: Putin is sitting on a powder keg of his own making : After years of brutality, co-option and suppression against Muslims ...
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Massacre in Moscow: Putin is sitting on a powder keg of his own making 
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Elon Musk unfollows Grimes after she appears to announce new boyfriend: Musician Claire Boucher, aka Grimes, seems to have announced a new boyfriend on Instagram ...
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Elon Musk unfollows Grimes after she appears to announce new boyfriend
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alal Nassar, a Hamas representative, openly criticised Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, saying he is no different to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ... Show more
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Baltimore mayor says critics ‘don’t have the courage to say the N-word’: Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott (D) has accused his critics of racism after many labeled ...
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Baltimore mayor says critics ‘don’t have the courage to say the N-word’
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Israeli soldiers play with Gaza women's underwear in online posts: Israeli soldiers have been posting photos and videos of themselves toying with lingerie found ...
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Israeli soldiers play with Gaza women's underwear in online posts
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The Atlantic tops 1 million subscribers and is profitable: The Atlantic has topped 1 million subscribers and is profitable, the company announced this week ...
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The Atlantic tops 1 million subscribers and is profitable
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Hostage families told Netanyahu they get better treatment from the White House than from Israel
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How Beyoncé Fits Into the Storied Legacy of Black Country: 'Country is not as many have posited: a genre with Black influence but without Black presence ...
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How Beyoncé Fits Into the Storied Legacy of Black Country
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GOP Biden impeachment witness sues Fox News co-host Tarlov : Tony Bobulinski, a former associate of Hunter Biden, filed a $30 million defamation lawsuit against ...
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GOP Biden impeachment witness sues Fox News co-host Tarlov 
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Prenzlauer Berg: Lesbians and gays in the Union invite you to a regulars' table: The LSU in Pankow and Lichtenberg have invited people to a joint get-together ...
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Prenzlauer Berg: Lesbians and gays in the Union invite you to a regulars' ...
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Which fast-food chains are raising prices in California to pay wages?: Fast-food chains are or planning to hike the cost of menu items because they're required ...
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Which fast-food chains are raising prices in California to pay wages?
Quick Glance: California Fast-Food Chains Adjusting Prices Due to Wage Increase
  • Fast-food chains are raising prices in response to the new $20 per hour minimum wage for employees in California.

  • Major chains like Chipotle are considering passing the cost increases on to consumers.

  • McDonald's, Starbucks, and Jack in the Box are also planning price increases or modifications.

  • Pizza Hut operators in California have discontinued in-house delivery and are now relying on third-party apps.
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Lee Greenwood hits back at critics of ‘God Bless the USA’ Bible sales: ‘Trump haters’
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Lee Greenwood hits back at critics of ‘God Bless the USA’ Bible sales: ...
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Don’t Betray the Women of Afghanistan: Normalizing Relations With the Taliban Normalizes Female Suffering
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Don’t Betray the Women of Afghanistan: Normalizing Relations With the ...