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CTV News
3 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Cambridge & District Humane Society take in chunky cat
A large cat, known as 'Baconator,' is seen in this photo posted by the Cambridge & District Humane Society. (Courtesy: Cambridge & District Humane Society) The Cambridge & District Humane Society certainly has their hands full with one of their latest residents. They describe the cat, known as Baconator, as 'a unit' and said he came to them as a stray. In a social media post, the Humane Society said, 'In fact, he's so big that he couldn't comfortably fit in a regular cat kennel… so he's currently living in one of our dog kennels while he works on shedding a few pounds.' They said he is currently on a vet-approved weight loss journey which includes portion control, enrichment activities and exercise. 'Baconator is the definition of a gentle giant. He loves head scratches, sprawling naps and watching the world go by.' According to the Humane Society's website, Baconator has been adopted, but they have more than a dozen other cats looking for a place to call home.
Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
Wendy's bringing its famous square burgers to Ireland as it's set to open restaurant in Cork
Wendy's, renowned for its square hamburgers and 'Frosty' desserts, revealed this morning that it will open the restaurant in October, at Mahon Point Shopping Centre on the outskirts of the city. This comes over a year after the initial announcement that the chain – whose 1980s slogan, 'Where's the beef?', has become part of pop culture folklore – would be entering Ireland through a partnership with Corrib Oil. However, the first outlet will not be located at any of Corrib's petrol stations nationwide, but instead at Mahon Point Shopping Centre, which was Ireland's largest when it opened in February 2005. Wendy's has confirmed that it will use 100pc fresh Irish beef and chicken across the menu, which includes a variety of breakfast and children's options, as well as its square burgers. The opening, which will create 50 jobs in the area, is the first of an expected 10 branches nationwide from the fast-food giant, which operates more than 7,100 restaurants globally, generating $2.24billion (€1.9bn) in revenue last year. 'Ireland is a great market for long-term growth, and we're proud to see our brand come to life here through our partnership with Corrib Oil. Their deep roots in the community and commitment to operational excellence make them an ideal partner to deliver the Wendy's 'globally great, locally even better' experience,' said Michael Clarke, European managing director for Wendy's. Justin Young, centre director of Mahon Point Shopping Centre, said: 'To be part of bringing the very first Wendy's restaurant to Ireland is really special. 'This opening is fantastic news for Cork – not only does it create 50 new local jobs, but it also gives people the chance to enjoy the craveable, high-quality food Wendy's is famous for.' This is not Wendy's first foray into Ireland. In 1981, the chain opened its first store on Grafton Street in Dublin, followed five years later by a store on North Earl Street. At the time, the chain even considered adapting the full Irish breakfast as part of its worldwide menu. In the UK, Wendy's offers a range of menu options at varying prices, generally ranking slightly higher than McDonald's or Burger King. For example, the Wendy's Jr Cheeseburger Deluxe sells for £2.89 (€3.41) in the UK, while comparable items at McDonald's and Burger King cost €1.70 and £1.99 (€2.35) respectively. At €12.85, Wendy's Baconator is nearly double the price of a Double Whopper at Burger King, and a large fries costs €4.12, compared to €3.06 at McDonald's and €4.00 at Burger King. Wendy's also offers an extensive breakfast menu, including savoury croissants, bacon sandwiches and pain au chocolat, alongside a selection of coffees, teas, and its signature flavoured iced 'Frostyccino' coffees. Fans of American cuisine will be delighted by this announcement. And if the chaotic opening of Krispy Kreme in Blanchardstown in 2018 is any indication, expect long queues on opening day if you want to get your hands on a square burger.
Miami Herald
10-08-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Wendy's menu adds items that went terribly wrong at Panera Bread
Wendy's sits at number two in the fast-food burger race, at least in the United States, although many would think Burger King holds that spot. The Dave Thomas-founded brand has struggled to break out beyond its square burgers and the Frosty, a frozenish menu item that's not quite ice cream and not quite a shake. Related: CDC sounds alarm on American eating habits, dangers for small kids Wendy's (WEN) has had success in recent years with its signature Baconator. The calorific burger may not have the name recognition of the McDonald's Big Mac or Burger King Whopper, but it has given the company a platform that launched Baconator fries and the Breakfast Baconator. Now, as its sales have struggled, Wendy's has made a major move in a space where McDonald's has invested heavily - beverages. That's an attractive growth area because margins are high, but it's also one full of competition, and in Wendy's case, fraught with peril. The number two burger chain has opted to enter a space that cost rival quick-serve chain Panera Bread millions. Panera Bread saw multiple customers die and faced lawsuits due to its Charged Lemonades allegedly containing too much caffeine. The chain launched the Charged line in 2022 with great fanfare. "Earlier this Spring, Panera launched Charged Lemonades, with plant-based caffeine for a burst of energy. Fueled by Clean caffeine from Guarana and green coffee extract, Charged Lemonades come in three vibrant flavor combinations: Strawberry Lemon Mint, Fuji Apple Cranberry and Mango Yuzu Citrus," it shared. The company played up its caffeine content as well. "A 20 fl. oz. Charged Lemonade without ice has about the same amount of caffeine as a Panera 20 fl. oz. hot Dark Roast coffee," it added. That, however, may not have actually been true. "A 30-ounce (890ml) Charged Lemonade contains up to 390mg of caffeine, more than the combined caffeine levels of a Red Bull and Monster Energy Drink, said the lawsuit," BBC reported. Charged Lemonade also contains guarana extract, another stimulant, and the equivalent of nearly 30 teaspoons of sugar in the large size, according to the court papers. Panera pulled the Charged line in 2024. The issue with the "Charged" lemonades was that consumers had no expectations that they may be dangerous. It also did not help that Panera offers self-serve beverages and refills. Still, Wendy's seems to be taking a risk by launching a similar product line of energy fruit drinks: Cherry Limeade Sparkling Energy: Sparkling cherry limeade with Monin Brilliance Glacier Clear Natural Energy (caffeine shots).Pineapple Citrus Sparkling Energy: A fizzy Pineapple Citrus blend mixed with Monin Brilliance Glacier Clear Natural Energy. The fast-food chain has used similar "natural" wording with its new beverage line. "Wendy's Sparkling Energy drinks are iced fruit-flavored beverages that contain 80 to 120mg of caffeine (depending on the size)," it shared. Here's how that compares to other caffeinated beverages: Caffeine content of popular drinks: Coca-Cola Classic (12 oz): 34 mg caffeine Diet Coke (12 oz): 46 mg caffeine Red Bull (8.3 oz): 80 mg caffeine Monster Energy (16 oz): 160 mg caffeine Spike Shooter (8.4 oz): 300 mg caffeine Brewed Coffee (8 oz): 96 mg caffeine (range 80–135 mg) Robusta Coffee, drip-brewed (6 oz): 140–200 mg caffeine Arabica Coffee, drip-brewed (6 oz): 75–130 mg caffeine Espresso (1 oz): 63 mg caffeine "For most adults, the FDA has cited 400 milligrams a day - that's about two to three 12-fluid-ounce cups of coffee - as an amount not generally associated with negative effects. However, there is wide variation in both how sensitive people are to the effects of caffeine and how fast they eliminate it from the body," according to Kids and teens should avoid energy drinks Medical experts advise against energy drinks for children and teens because of the levels of sugar and caffeine, according to the American Academy of much caffeine in children and teens can cause increased heart rate, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, anxiety, and lead to sleep problems, digestive problems, and Dietary Guidelines for Americans say that drinks containing caffeine should be avoided for children younger than age 2 and beverages that contain no added sugars should be the primary choice for children and teens. Related: McDonald's CEO promises massive restaurant changes, improvements The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jim Cramer on Wendy's: 'They Got so Much Wrong'
The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN) is one of the stocks that Jim Cramer spoke about. A caller asked for Cramer's opinion on the company, and he replied: 'Wendy's about to report, and it's not going to be pretty. They got steak problem, you know, meat, meat. They got competition. They got so much wrong. The only thing they got right is that darn Baconator, because I know my wife eats them in her sleep.' Jonathan Weiss/ Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) operates and franchises quick-service restaurants focused on hamburger sandwiches, while also managing owned and leased real estate.. When a caller inquired about the company stock in a May episode, Cramer replied: 'No, we are best of breed operators here. That's who we are. We buy best of breed, and that means we can buy McDonald's if you want a substitute for Wendy's, which I have not liked for a very, very long time. I have said, get out of Wendy's. I'm reiterating my get out of Wendy's call.' While we acknowledge the potential of WEN as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 30 Stocks That Should Double in 3 Years and 11 Hidden AI Stocks to Buy Right Now. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Miami Herald
23-07-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Wendy's wins an honor no restaurant wants
The pandemic and its afterburn decimated restaurants. Only one sector has been a bright spot: fast food. Fast-food joints like McDonald's, Chick-fil-A, Wendy's, and Taco Bell are still popular, thanks to convenience and value. We Americans love our fast food, but that convenience comes at a cost not reflected in the price tag. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter When you look at the nutritional data from many of the most popular fast-food chains, what you see is alarming, especially when you consider that 19.7% of children ages 2-19 years in the U.S. are obese. But the problem isn't just calories. Fast food contains fat, sodium, and added sugar that contribute to serious health problems like heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Those fries, Frostys and bacon-laden burgers are definitely delicious, but a single meal from a fast-food chain often contains more calories than a person needs for a whole day. If you're trying to decide between a handful of your favorite spots, you might want to check out World Atlas' recent comparison of fast-food chains. They found that when it comes to unhealthy menu items, a couple of chains stand out from the rest. In their ranking, World Atlas looked at the nutritional data from nearly a dozen popular menu items. The survey factored in calories, saturated fat, sodium, and sugar. According to the findings, Wendy's is one of the unhealthiest chains in the U.S., but the legacy fast-food chain has plenty of company. Sonic Drive-In, Popeyes, McDonald's, Five Guys, Dairy Queen, and Carl's Jr. are also on the list of the worst for you. While Wendy's has made an effort to use and promote fresh ingredients, like its "Fresh never frozen beef" promise, and offers a variety of green salads prepared daily, its signature sandwich, the Baconator, rings in at more than 900 calories. When packaged with an order of medium fries and a medium Frosty, the tally jumps to than 1,600 calories. Related: McDonald's Snack Wrap causes alarming shortage The fat and sodium levels in this one meal are above daily recommended limits, yet Wendy's marketing embraces indulgence. Slogans like "You know you want it" and "Baconator. Resistance is futile," give off a "We know you can't help yourself" kind of energy. It's hard to beat the quick-service convenience and the fact that the Wendy's Baconator meal is just $12 (where I live in Nevada). A similar meal - bacon cheeseburger, fries, chocolate shake - at a sit-down restaurant like Red Robin will set you back more than $24. The bottom line is that fast-food chains are thriving, even as concerns around Americans' overall health grow. The one thing all the names on the unhealthiest list have in common is fiercely loyal fan bases, and appearing on lists like World Atlas' doesn't appear to hurt business much. Wendy's posted $2.9 billion in sales Q1 2025, down only slightly from the same time in 2024. Quick-service restaurants, including fast food chains, are popular and profiting because they offer value pricing and digital ordering and convenience. Customers also rate fast-food restaurants higher in terms of satisfaction than they do full-service restaurants. The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) 2025 report indicates that customer satisfaction with quick-service restaurants is higher than that of full-service restaurants. It can also be difficult for healthier restaurant chains to compete with the fast service and extended hours offered by national chains. So, even though healthier chains like Sweetgreen and Cava are popular in urban markets, traditional fast-food brands still dominate everywhere else. Turns out we want our food fast and cheap, no matter how many calories are in the bag. Related: McDonald's secures honor no restaurant wants The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
