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Fast food chains are making a major shift in customer service amid complaints of a ‘lonely and disconnected’ store experience

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Fast food chains are making a major shift in customer service amid complaints of a ‘lonely and disconnected’ store experience

Fast-food chains are going old school with an innovative customer service update: human cashiers. The push for touch-screen kiosks, mobile app deals, and digital ordering has been sweeping across favorite fast-food chains for years. McDonald’s, Burger King and Starbucks have all offered exclusive in-app promotions to nudge customers online, while installing self-service kiosks in place … Read more

Small Southern chain beats McDonald’s and Chick-fil-A for best fast food breakfast

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Small Southern chain beats McDonald’s and Chick-fil-A for best fast food breakfast

Bring it on down to Biscuitville. The North Carolina-based chain has claimed the title of America’s best fast-food breakfast for the fourth year in a row. Despite operating in just three states, its breakfast has beaten out all other national chains.  It earned the top spot in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards and … Read more

Your bedding can now tell you how fast you’re aging (thanks in part to biohacker Bryan Johnson)

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New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Talk about “sleepmaxxing.” More people are looking to get the most out of their nightly slumber, turning to high-tech mattresses and bedding to track their sleep data and achieve a … Read more

McDonald’s and Burger King go head-to-head on a fan-favorite fast food — with a new-and-improved spin

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Burger King and McDonald’s are fighting for chicken nugget dominance.  The two competing chains have both rolled out their newest take on the poultry pieces. Burger King dropped its latest version after the King said it listened to its royal subjects, while McDonald’s reintroduced its spicy chicken nuggets. Both have also added sauces for dunking … Read more

Feel like your energy fades fast? Most Americans operate on autopilot every day: survey

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The average American hits their energy wall before 3 p.m. on any given day, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that by 2:48 p.m., their energy typically begins to fade, though one in five (21%) say it wanes before noon. In fact, 82% of those polled feel like they’re operating … Read more

Wyndham Clark’s girlfriend reveals relationship origin story: ‘Fell pretty fast’

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Wyndham Clark’s girlfriend reveals relationship origin story: ‘Fell pretty fast’

The hottest new couple in golf is two-time US Open champion Wyndham Clark and his girlfriend, Emily Tanner. Clark and Tanner hard-launched their relationship during The Masters and have been going strong since, including when she was by his side when he won the US Open last month. Wyndham Clark on vacation with his girlfriend, … Read more

Best fast food restaurant crowned in new national ranking — and it’s from California

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Best fast food restaurant crowned in new national ranking — and it’s from California

They’re the leaders of the fast food nation. The best fast food in the US is not served at Burger King or other big-name chains. Instead, that high-octane honor goes to a Golden State grease depot many outsiders haven’t heard of — Tex-Mex chain Del Taco. At least, that’s the verdict rendered by USA Today’s … Read more

California-born fast food chain dominates national french fry rankings: ‘They don’t skimp’

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California-born fast food chain dominates national french fry rankings: ‘They don’t skimp’

They’re hot to tot. When one pictures the best fast food fries in the US, they might imagine McDonald’s or another multinational burger chain. However, the nation’s tastiest potato sticks are allegedly served at — wait for it — homegrown California Tex-Mex chain Del Taco, at least according to USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards … Read more

Los Angeles ticket scalpers jump on ‘The Odyssey’ hysteria to make fast cash

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Los Angeles ticket scalpers jump on ‘The Odyssey’ hysteria to make fast cash

Los Angeles ticket scalpers are seeing more than a mythical journey in their future with Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” They’re seeing dollar signs. Multiple IMAX 70MM tickets were seen by The California Post on resale marketplaces well above the normal price for theater tickets. Most of the listings were for the only AMC theater in … Read more

Speed kills — but a new study reveals that’s not the only downside to driving too fast

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Speed kills — but a new study reveals that’s not the only downside to driving too fast

Speeding is a waste of time. Minnesota researchers have proved there’s no “need for speed” after finding that driving too fast saves less than 60 seconds, per a rubber-burning study published in the Nature journal Communications Sustainability. “If your goal is to shave one minute off your time, then you’ve got to drive fast,’ snarked … Read more

Popular fast food chain to open 60 new restaurants, with focus on California

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Popular fast food chain to open 60 new restaurants, with focus on California

Are you ready for Freddy? California burger lovers are getting a taste of the Midwest, with Wichita staple Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announcing its expansion on the West Coast as dozens of new locations are set to pop up across the Golden State. The popular fast-casual chain, known for its fresh never-frozen beef, small-batch … Read more

The 6 priciest fast food value meals — and whether fans say they’re worth it

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The 6 priciest fast food value meals — and whether fans say they’re worth it

Fast food “value” meals may no longer be delivering on that promise. Walk or drive up to any fast food joint these days and you’ll likely be shocked by the menu prices. Places that once thrived on value have fallen off the affordability train, taking customers’ money along the way.  Since 2024, the price of … Read more

Ticket prices are dropping fast for JAY-Z’s three Yankee Stadium concerts

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Ticket prices are dropping fast for JAY-Z’s three Yankee Stadium concerts

SeatGeek is the official music concert Ticketing Partner of the New York Post. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. JAŸ-Z fans can finally “Breathe Easy.” After announcing three July Yankee Stadium concerts celebrating the 25th and 30th anniversaries … Read more

Rare tick-borne virus turns deadly fast as US cases reach record high, experts warn

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Rare tick-borne virus turns deadly fast as US cases reach record high, experts warn

A rare and potentially fatal tick-borne illness currently spreading across the United States can be traced back to a 1958 case involving a young boy on a farm. The disease, known as Powassan virus, was named for the Ontario town near where it was first discovered. At the time of his death, Lincoln Byers, a 4-year-old living … Read more

Brits’ beloved fast casual chain is coming to NYC — but it won’t last long

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Brits’ beloved fast casual chain is coming to NYC — but it won’t last long

New Yorkers are about to see another long line. For the first time ever, the South African-born chain Nando’s will set foot in the Big Apple. And our friends from across the pond are calling it an answer to a prayer. Wildly popular in the UK, the Empire State will officially get a taste of … Read more

How fast you should be able to walk a mile at every age — and what it can say about your longevity

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How fast you should be able to walk a mile at every age — and what it can say about your longevity

Walk this way at every age. Movement is essential for a long, healthy life, and walking has been growing in popularity as a simple way to boost heart rate, increase metabolism and lower the risk of disease. It’s not just how far you walk, though; the pace can also reveal important information about health and … Read more

Trader Joe’s mini totes drop for just $3 — selling out fast as customers battle long lines

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Trader Joe’s mini totes drop for just — selling out fast as customers battle long lines

They’re going tote-ally nuts. Trader Joe’s shoppers across New York and New Jersey are scrambling to snag their new $3 mini tote, which is already selling out at many outlets. Released Wednesday across stores nationwide, the stylish reusable sack comes in four different striped pastel colors and measures 13 inches long, 11 inches tall and … Read more

Terrifying way single mom’s small business was targeted in extortion scam: ‘It happened so fast’

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Terrifying way single mom’s small business was targeted in extortion scam: ‘It happened so fast’

A single mom has revealed the shocking way scammers threatened to destroy her small business unless she paid up. Gina Tsigaris, owner of Sydney-based removalist company Move it with Gina, said her 11-year reputation was suddenly thrown into jeopardy when her online profile was targeted in an elaborate extortion scam. “It happened so fast. Over … Read more

McDonald’s $2.50 McDouble sparks backlash as Americans say fast food is no longer cheap

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McDonald’s .50 McDouble sparks backlash as Americans say fast food is no longer cheap

McDonald’s is offering a $2.50 McDouble for a limited time on its McValue menu — but some customers argue the so-called “deal” highlights how far fast food prices have climbed. “On social media, some folks have voiced their distaste for McDonald’s seemingly never-ending price increases, claiming that customers are falling for the old switcheroo,” The Takeout reported. “Anyone remember … Read more