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USA Today
4 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
No, In-N-Out didn't switch to '100% beef tallow,' contrary to White House claim
An April Fool's joke made by a fast-food fan account wound up in a White House Press release on Monday when the Trump administration erroneously claimed that burger chain In-N-Out Burger had transitioned to using beef tallow in its cooking. In a since-modified statement titled "President Trump Delivers on MAHA Push," published July 14, the White House touted recent changes made by major food and beverage companies, including Kraft-Heinz, PepsiCo and Tyson Foods, in response to the administration's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative. Among the announcements of synthetic dye and additive removals was one bullet point claiming that California-based fast food chain In-N-Out "transitioned to 100% beef tallow," accompanied by a link to a post on X, formerly Twitter. "It's official. In-N-Out will be transitioning to 100% pure beef tallow. The change is set to become effective on 05/01/2025 at all In-N-Out locations," read the April 1 post. The message, however, was not from the official In-N-Out account. In fact, it was shared by the fan account @innoutburger_ , which features a bio reading, "Not affiliated with In-N-Out. This is a fan account posting accurate up-to-date information" and a display name reading "Fan In-N-Out Burger." The account does feature a blue checkmark, which became a purchasable feature when Elon Musk took over the social media platform in 2022. The original post was promptly followed by two more clarifying it as an April Fool's Day joke, with one saying "before this gets out of hand," accompanied by an "April Fools" graphic. Another post came later, saying, "Just to clarify, since some people may have not seen my follow-up post, this was an April Fools joke. I never troll, besides today…" It went viral at the time regardless, amassing 5 million views and sowing confusion amongst thousands of commenters. In-N-Out still using sunflower oil for fries, not beef tallow In-N-Out told USA TODAY in a Tuesday statement that the chain had not changed its frying method. "Information was recently published in error stating that In-N-Out Burger has transitioned to beef tallow for cooking French fries,' chief operating officer Denny Warnick said. "We continue to work on an upgrade to our current sunflower oil, however, we have not yet made a change.' The White House has since removed the claim from its updated release, leaving behind the accurate statement that In-N-Out had agreed to "remove synthetic food dyes and artificial flavors from its menu items," citing a May 16 Good Morning America article. USA TODAY reached out to the White House for comment. Some restaurants are hopping on the beef tallow trend Some restaurants, including fellow fast food chain Steak 'n Shake, have switched to frying their food in beef tallow in recent months. The rendered beef fat is a favorite of Human and Health Services Secretary RFK Jr., who has publicly pushed eateries to use it in place of the seed oils he has called 'one of the most unhealthy ingredients that we have in foods.' Steak 'n Shake announced the switch in March, saying in a social media post at the time, "Steak 'n Shake is proud to support MAHA and Secretary Kennedy! Your days are numbered seed oil. We want to lead the way and make a difference! #MAHA." RFK responded to the post, thanking the restaurant for its "leadership in the crusade to Make America Healthy Again." Other chains that have opted to use beef tallow for frying include Smashburger, Popeyes, Buffalo Wild Wings and Outback Steakhouse. Beef tallow is preferred by some as a good source of saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, as well as fat-soluble vitamins, which can have health benefits like immune support, according to the Mayo Clinic. The jury is still out amongst experts on determining if beef tallow is overall better for you than seed oils, however. Contributing: Cheryl V. Jackson, Indy Star
The Independent
4 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
White House duped by In-N-Out April Fools' tweet about ingredient changes
The White House appears to have been duped by an April Fools' Day post from the fast-food burger chain In-N-Out. On Monday, the White House issued a press release touting the changes that food companies have made during President Donald Trump 's ' Make America Healthy Again ' push. One of these changes, the White House said, was that In-N-Out 'transitioned to 100% beef tallow.' The restaurant, however, has not transitioned to beef tallow, which is rendered beef fat. The White House linked back to an April 1 tweet from the restaurant, which was labelled an April Fools' Day prank. 'It's official. In-N-Out will be transitioning to 100% pure beef tallow,' the restaurant wrote. 'The change is set to become effective on 05/01/2025 at all In-N-Out locations.' In a reply post hours later, the restaurant posted an 'April Fools' GIF with the caption: 'Before this gets out of hand.' The White House did correctly claim that In-N-Out made changes to its recipes after the Food and Drug Administration 's announced it will phase out the use of petroleum-based synthetic dyes in the nation's food supply. The White House has since removed the beef tallow reference from its website, but the original line can still be seen in an email sent to reporters on Monday afternoon. Before this gets out of hand — ᶠᵃⁿ In-N-Out Burger (@innoutburger_) April 1, 2025 Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is leading Trump's 'Make America Healthy Again' push, has long promoted beef tallow as an alternative to canola oil and other seed oils. Last Thanksgiving, he even posted a video of himself deep-frying a turkey in beef tallow. "This is how we cook the MAHA way," Kennedy said in the video. Other restaurants have heeded Kennedy's concerns about seed oils. Fast food chain Steak 'n Shake announced it would begin cooking its shoestring fries in beef tallow in January, while salad chain Sweetgreen has eliminated seed oils from its menus.
Indian Express
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Viral saag milkshake divides the internet: gross or genius?
During summer, a milkshake is a popular beverage for both children and adults. A cold glass of this sweet treat is incredibly delicious, with classic flavours like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry being fan favourites. Sometimes, people experiment with this iconic drink, trying to create something unique and out of the ordinary. Recently, someone made a saag milkshake, a peculiar drink that has gone viral thanks to content creator Pushpek Sidhu's reaction to it. The video opens with a voiceover asking, 'Have you tried our brand new Saag Milkshake?' It was followed by Pushpek Sidhu's confused and shocked reaction. The recipe involves adding a 'generous scoop of luxuriously creamy' vanilla ice cream into a blender, followed by 'pure, organic, hand-stirred saag'. The cook claimed the vegetable is a 'secret ingredient'. Next, the two items are mixed uniformly before the drink is poured into a glass and topped with whipped cream. Later, the saag milkshake is garnished with 'a fragrant sprig of coriander' for the final touch. Unable to process the recipe, Pushpek Sidhu said, 'That's not what they meant when they said, 'Wake up to reality. Nothing ever goes as planned in this accursed world.' He jokingly remarked that the chef who made the vegetable milkshake should be sent straight to jail for 25 years without parole. Pushpek Sidhu shared the video on his Instagram page, @pushpeksidhu_, with the caption, 'you did not.' The video has got 1 million views and 50.2 thousand likes on the social media platform. A post shared by Pushpek Sidhu (@pushpeksidhu_) Unsurprisingly, users on the internet were taken aback by this unconventional milkshake. One user quipped, 'This gotta be an April Fools joke, right?' Another commented, 'That looks so nasty.' A third user chimed in, 'After watching this I can certify the person who made this recipe needs therapy.' In contrast, a fourth user defended the drink, stating, 'Kale, spinach, green leafy vegetables make the best smoothies. I would've added some fruit like blueberries to it. But the video is not that shocking. He's not adding actual cooked salted saag.'
Mid East Info
30-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Award-winning boutique agency, SOCIATE Communications, celebrates 10 years of bold ideas and big wins - Middle East Business News and Information
30th June 2025, Dubai: What started with a dream and a dining table is now one of the GCC's leading boutique communications agencies. Boldly stepping into its 10th year, SOCIATE Communications is thrilled to mark this significant milestone. Delivering high-impact PR and marketing solutions across the GCC, SOCIATE Communications has grown from a one-woman team, founded by entrepreneur Rosa Bullock, to a 15-strong team of PR, digital marketing, and content specialists. Serving a cross-industry portfolio featuring some of the GCC's most renowned brands, SOCIATE is proud to have partnered with major players across retail, lifestyle hospitality, business advisory and beyond. Since 2015, the agency has elevated hundreds of brands, now proudly serving clients across all GCC countries. Over the years, notable clients include REDTAG, SHOEMART, Al-Futtaim ACE, Sofitel Dubai Downtown, Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown, and Sovereign PRO Partner Group, as well as recent account wins – Buddha-Bar Dubai and Siddharta Lounge. Founder & CEO Rosa shares: 'I remember the moment the idea for SOCIATE came to me. I'm incredibly grateful to the clients who helped launch us – Tribeca, a coffee company, and SELVA, a luxury Italian furniture showroom . We've come a long way since then, seeing our client base soar to new heights while embracing fantastic opportunities to apply our out-of-the-box thinking.' She continues: 'It feels like just yesterday that I was putting together client decks at my dining table, and today, SOCIATE is a trusted boutique agency with a wholesome approach to creative communications. This milestone is a tribute to everyone who's been a part of our journey – every intern, employee, client, and community member who believed in our vision.' Flexing its creative muscles From pitches to events, creativity has long been one of the agency's standout features. Since 2015, SOCIATE has led with purpose and play across campaigns for clients and itself. Highlights include the environmentally responsible I Quit Plastic campaign for Sprudel, an initiative that drove behaviour change, successfully earning a 94% engagement rate, top-tier media coverage, and an accolade. Another memorable moment was SOCIATE's nostalgic brand awareness campaign, inspired by the childhood paper fortune teller game that went on to raise smiles across Dubai. While in recent news, SOCIATE's April Fools stunt for client Styrex – a Dubai chocolate croissant made from edible polystyrene – made citywide news. Nurturing rising stars Dedicated to the growth of all stakeholders, including team members, SOCIATE plays a key role in helping graduates kickstart their careers. Renowned for its internship programme , the agency has employed 40+ interns in the years, and proudly seen them achieve industry recognition, including PRCA MENA's Intern of the Year and Rising Star of the Year . One of its long-serving team members, Account Manager Sameeta Rajpal, has risen through the ranks over the years, starting as a marketing intern in 2019. Innovating with intention As the region's appetite for flexible solutions grows, so do SOCIATE's services. Over the past decade, the agency has introduced a range of popular services. Recognizing the rise of influencer marketing in the GCC, SOCIATE integrated dedicated influencer campaigns into its offerings, enhancing client storytelling and community engagement while forging impactful brand-influencer partnerships. More recently, SOCIATE delivered high-impact, record-breaking campaigns such as the Ramadan capsule collaboration for SHOEMART and a regional fashion influencer series for REDTAG. Account Manager, Sameeta Rajpal, shares: 'For REDTAG's Ramadan campaign, we partnered with 89 influencers across the GCC, reaching more than 14 million people. While for SHOEMART, we worked with 30 influencers and reached over 3 million people. This strong success points to our equally strong influencer relations.' With a passion for people across the board, Rosa also launched Thought Leaders by SOCIATE as a new PR service, now offering bespoke public speaker profiles as well. Rebuilding its community In May 2025, SOCIATE's Instagram account was compromised in a hack, resulting in the loss of the 9,000-follower community it had been building organically since it launched. The agency has since launched a new account @sociate_communications and invites its network to rejoin its journey, with the goal of reaching 10,000 followers by its 10th anniversary this month. As SOCIATE Communications marks a decade, Rosa and her team are deeply grateful to everyone involved in their success so far and excited about future growth. Rosa concludes: 'As we celebrate 10 years of creativity and craft, we look forward to a new chapter – one that's shaped by innovation, community, and purpose. To every client who's trusted us with their voice and to every employee who's invested so much in bringing our ideas to life – thank you. Here's to the next decade.' The agency looks forward to continually making meaningful contributions to the GCC's evolving communications industry, helping brands of all sizes make a sharper impact while inspiring the talent of tomorrow. For more, please visit
Economic Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
‘The Rookie' season 8: Chenford's future, Monica's deal & key plot questions answered
Season 8 of The Rookie will explore Tim and Lucy's reconciliation, Monica's immunity deal, Oscar's escape, and new character arcs, premiering in 2026 on ABC Tim and Lucy's relationship status in season 8 Season 7 of The Rookie concluded with Tim and Lucy still separated. Despite reconnecting throughout the season, including intimate moments on Valentine's Day and April Fools', the finale showed a miscommunication. Lucy fell asleep during an important conversation about their future due to her night shift.'I think we've earned where they're going, and the promise of that scene is a corner has been turned,' said showrunner Alexi Hawley. He confirmed the couple will reconcile but declined to reveal specific timing. 'I do think that we've put those characters through a lot on their journey back, and I think we're almost there,' Hawley added. Also read: The Rookie Season 7: Episode 11 release date, time, plot, where to watch and episode schedule Lucy's role and night shift timeline Lucy passed the sergeant's exam and began working the night shift, where she managed a team with low engagement. The series showed her excelling in this new role despite workplace challenges. 'How does she get these guys in shape and how does she do her job and all that kind of stuff was really important to show in that episode,' said Hawley. The shift may not last long, as the schedule isolates Lucy from the main cast. 'I think ultimately that obstacle would get old fairly quickly, so it's on us to figure out a way to move past that at some point,' Hawley noted. Monica's immunity deal and Oscar's escape The finale saw recurring antagonist Monica secure an immunity deal using sensitive information stolen from a Los Angeles NSA facility. Although LAPD officers are determined to hold her accountable, Hawley acknowledged the limitations. 'I think it's tough with immunity deals especially made at the top of the food chain for anybody lower to affect them. But we'll see. Never say never.'Also read: The Rookie Season 7 Episode 6: See release date, where to watch, what to expect and trailerMeanwhile, Oscar escaped once again after kidnapping Nolan. He murdered two accomplices when unable to pay them, continuing his evasion of law enforcement. Hawley acknowledged the need for resolution. 'In a show full of nemeses for our characters, he's just a really fun one… I would say next season we would need a little bit of resolution on that.' New characters, Wesley's future, and potential crossovers Season 7 introduced new rookies with mixed outcomes. Miles (Deric Augustine) was promoted to series regular, while Seth (Patrick Keleher) was written off following serious injuries. The introduction of a new rookie is expected in Season 8. Additionally, Wesley's storyline may expand following D.A. Sean's exit. 'I think that there'll be some interesting story to tell there,' said Hawley. 'So yeah, no, you're not wrong. We're going to keep that going.' Also read: The Rookie Season 7: Episode 17 release date, time, where to watch, remaining episode schedule and what to expect Crossover events remain possible, particularly after ABC's past integrations across unrelated shows like 9-1-1 and Doctor Odyssey . While no official announcement has been made, the shared TV universe continues to create new opportunities for narrative expansion.
