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Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
McDonald's Spicy McMuffins launch July 8, 2025: Full menu details & snack wrap return
McDonald's is adding Spicy McMuffins to the breakfast menu starting Tuesday, July 8, 2025. These new items are, Spicy Egg McMuffin (classic Egg McMuffin + Spicy Pepper Sauce), Spicy Sausage McMuffin, and Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg, as per the reports. The spice comes from a bold new sauce McDonald's uses a Spicy Pepper Sauce that's mayo-based with habanero peppers. It's the same sauce used in the Spicy McCrispy sandwich. This sauce is actually hot — "PG-13 level of burn", not mild like other chains, according to the report by The Takeout. A Harris Poll for Instacart found 74% of Americans eat hot sauce regularly. 78% of Gen Z like buying spicy products, as per the FingerLakes1 report. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Rates Undo ALSO READ: Trump's student loan forgiveness overhaul may block immigrants, transgender support groups & more — here's what's changing McDonald's Snack Wraps are finally returning on July 10, 2025 The fan-favorite Snack Wraps are coming back nationwide on Wednesday, July 10, 2025. These were discontinued in 2016, but fans have been asking for them ever since. Wraps will be available in ranch or spicy pepper sauce, with lettuce, mild cheddar plus monterey jack cheese, and inside a flour tortilla, as stated by FingerLakes1 report. Live Events The news was confirmed by McDonald's U.S. President Joe Erlinger, who said, "The much-anticipated Snack Wrap is back and here to stay as a new core product!' Fast food competition is heating up — Popeyes just launched their own spicy chicken wraps in June. McDonald's wants to attract young customers who love spicy flavors. Loyal customers who miss the original wraps, as per the FingerLakes1 report. McDonald's CEO Christopher Kempczinski said, 'The Snack Wrap has an incredible energy behind it.' He mentioned fans have been asking for it a lot. Egg McMuffin turns 50 – gets a spicy upgrade The Egg McMuffin was first introduced in 1972 by Herb Peterson, a franchisee. It changed McDonald's history by making breakfast a thing at fast food places. Now in 2025, it gets a spicy update to match current taste trends, according to the FingerLakes1. ALSO READ: Los Angeles Mayor confronts ICE agents at MacArthur Park over surprise raid McDonald's has been doing spicy items for years, spicy McNuggets, limited-edition sauces like Nether Flame. Spicy twists keep things exciting and popular on the menu. McDonald's recently ended its deal with Krispy Kreme, so this new spicy update is a nice boost, as per the report by The Takeout. With Spicy McMuffins launching July 8 and Snack Wraps returning on July 10, 2025. McDonald's is mixing old favorites with bold new flavors for modern food lovers. This is a big win for breakfast and spicy fast food fans. FAQs Q1. When will McDonald's Spicy McMuffins be available? McDonald's Spicy McMuffins will launch on July 8, 2025, for a limited time. Q2. Are McDonald's Snack Wraps coming back in 2025? Yes, McDonald's Snack Wraps are returning nationwide on July 10, 2025.
Economic Times
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
McDonald's Spicy McMuffins launch July 8, 2025: Full menu details & snack wrap return
Mcdonald's is set to introduce Spicy Mcmuffins on July 8, 2025. The fast-food chain is also bringing back Snack Wraps on July 10, 2025. These wraps will be available with ranch or spicy pepper sauce. The return of Snack Wraps follows their discontinuation in 2016. Mcdonald's aims to attract younger customers with these spicy and returning favorites. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The spice comes from a bold new sauce McDonald's Snack Wraps are finally returning on July 10, 2025 Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Egg McMuffin turns 50 – gets a spicy upgrade FAQs McDonald's is adding Spicy McMuffins to the breakfast menu starting Tuesday, July 8, 2025. These new items are, Spicy Egg McMuffin (classic Egg McMuffin + Spicy Pepper Sauce), Spicy Sausage McMuffin , and Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg, as per the uses a Spicy Pepper Sauce that's mayo-based with habanero peppers. It's the same sauce used in the Spicy McCrispy sandwich. This sauce is actually hot — "PG-13 level of burn", not mild like other chains, according to the report by The Takeout.A Harris Poll for Instacart found 74% of Americans eat hot sauce regularly. 78% of Gen Z like buying spicy products, as per the FingerLakes1 fan-favorite Snack Wraps are coming back nationwide on Wednesday, July 10, 2025. These were discontinued in 2016, but fans have been asking for them ever since. Wraps will be available in ranch or spicy pepper sauce, with lettuce, mild cheddar plus monterey jack cheese, and inside a flour tortilla, as stated by FingerLakes1 news was confirmed by McDonald's U.S. President Joe Erlinger, who said, "The much-anticipated Snack Wrap is back and here to stay as a new core product!'Fast food competition is heating up — Popeyes just launched their own spicy chicken wraps in June. McDonald's wants to attract young customers who love spicy flavors. Loyal customers who miss the original wraps, as per the FingerLakes1 CEO Christopher Kempczinski said, 'The Snack Wrap has an incredible energy behind it.' He mentioned fans have been asking for it a Egg McMuffin was first introduced in 1972 by Herb Peterson, a franchisee. It changed McDonald's history by making breakfast a thing at fast food places. Now in 2025, it gets a spicy update to match current taste trends, according to the has been doing spicy items for years, spicy McNuggets, limited-edition sauces like Nether Flame. Spicy twists keep things exciting and popular on the menu. McDonald's recently ended its deal with Krispy Kreme, so this new spicy update is a nice boost, as per the report by The Spicy McMuffins launching July 8 and Snack Wraps returning on July 10, 2025. McDonald's is mixing old favorites with bold new flavors for modern food lovers. This is a big win for breakfast and spicy fast food Spicy McMuffins will launch on July 8, 2025, for a limited McDonald's Snack Wraps are returning nationwide on July 10, 2025.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New York's new $1,800 baby benefit offers relief for postpartum moms
By the time most new moms in America are home from the hospital, they're already doing math. Diaper costs. Lost wages. If they can afford the night nurse or housecleaner that friends say are critical to their mental health postpartum. It's a crash course in economic survival, all while healing from birth. New York State just announced a budget that takes a small but powerful step toward acknowledging that reality: a one-time, no-strings-attached $1,800 'BABY Benefit' for low-income families who welcome a new child this year. The program, officially called the Birth Allowance for Beginning Year (BABY) Benefit, was approved as part of New York's FY 2026 budget. It's designed to support families receiving public assistance by helping with the most immediate and essential newborn costs—from cribs and car seats to postpartum care, rent, or just a few precious weeks of not choosing between diapers and dinner. And crucially, this is cash assistance with no restrictions, which is nearly unheard of in the world of family support. No formula receipts to submit. No bureaucratic hoops to jump. Just help when and where moms need it most. Related: New York just made history: Pregnant workers will get paid prenatal leave starting 2025 Let's be honest: Being a new mom in America can feel like a financial punishment. We live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, yet there's still no paid federal maternity leave. Child care costs rival monthly mortgage payments. And for families living paycheck to paycheck, a single unexpected expense—a broken breast pump, a rent hike, a utility shutoff—can tip the balance from 'barely managing' to 'can't make it work.' The BABY Benefit challenges that reality. It's a message from the state that says: We see you. We value your labor. And your baby deserves a strong, supported start. By offering flexible, no-strings-attached cash at a moment when many moms are physically and financially stretched thin, New York is doing what far too few governments have had the courage to do—putting tangible resources behind all that talk about 'supporting families.' According to FingerLakes1 reporting, to receive the BABY Benefit, a family must: Live in New York State Be enrolled in public assistance programs Welcome a new child during the 2025–2026 fiscal year The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance will release more info soon about how families can claim the funds. In addition to the $1,800 benefit, New York's FY 2026 budget includes: $2.2 billion to expand access to child care, including subsidies for New York City families $110 million in grants to build or renovate child care centers in underserved areas A partnership with Baby2Baby to provide free diapers, postpartum care kits, and self-care items to new parents An expansion of the Child Tax Credit: $1,000 per child under 4, $500 for children 4–16, and expanded eligibility for 187,000 more children The average Child Tax Credit benefit will nearly double from $472 to $943, impacting 2.75 million children across the state. Related: New York is officially the first state to mandate PTO for prenatal care Need ideas on how to use $1,800 wisely postpartum? Many moms will likely put it toward: Rent or utilities to stay housed during recovery Essential baby gear like cribs, carriers, and car seats Postpartum care Hiring a few hours of help—because sleep is health care too Want to see a program like this in your state? Start by contacting your state reps. Direct cash assistance for new moms has growing bipartisan support, especially when framed as an investment in maternal and infant health. This benefit doesn't fix everything—but for thousands of New York families, it's a financial exhale when they need it most. In a country where most new moms are asked to 'make it work' with broken systems and empty platitudes, $1,800 is more than just money. It's a message: You—and your baby—matter.
