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Protein Is the New Secret Weapon Fast-Food Chains Are Using to Win You Over
From Dunkin' to Blaze Pizza, protein power is suddenly a core selling point.
Jonathan Small is a bestselling author, journalist, producer, and podcast host. For 25 years, he has worked as a sought-after storyteller for top media companies such as The New York Times, Hearst, Entrepreneur, and Condé Nast. He has held executive roles at Glamour, Fitness, and Entrepreneur and regularly contributes to The New York Times, TV Guide, Cosmo, Details, Maxim, and Good Housekeeping. His Small Talk substack focuses on generational differences.
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The tech giant partnered with three companies to bring new and existing nuclear plants online as early as 2030.
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The 'Shark Tank' billionaire warns that AI can make or break your company.
Business News
Cottage Cheese Company Lands $500 Million Valuation as Sales Surge 300%
Good Culture's explosive growth shows how the once-niche dairy staple became a TikTok sensation.
Entrepreneurs
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health as a ‘Dedicated Space’ for Medical Questions
The new feature integrates medical records and wellness apps — but comes with disclaimers.
Business News
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Sushi Zanmai's owner shattered his own record at Tokyo's New Year tuna auction.
Building a Business
5 of the Strangest Products at CES 2026, Including One That Lets You ‘Chat’ With Your Cat
Away from the corporate big wigs, here are some creative ideas bootstrapped entrepreneurs are pitching.
Business News
This Is What the New Lego Smart Brick Can Do — Its ‘Most Significant Evolution’ in 50 Years
Lego says the new brick will "make entire sets come to life" starting with Star Wars in March.
Business News
Americans Are Ditching Pizza for Mexican Food — Here’s Why
Major chains are closing locations as the once-dominant pies fall to sixth place in restaurant sales.
Business News
A DoorDash Driver Was Fired for Using AI to Fake Food Delivery
The driver sent an AI-generated image of the order at the customer's door, but never actually showed up with the food.
Business News
Ex-Meta AI Chief Slams New Boss as ‘Young’ and ‘Inexperienced’
Yann LeCun warns Meta's 29-year-old AI officer will trigger staff exodus and says LLMs are a 'dead end' for superintelligence.
Business News
A Beloved Cupcake Company Is Shutting Down — And Fans Are Blaming Private Equity
Sprinkles Cupcakes' viral vending machines are gone after 20 years.
Business News
Kevin O’Leary Rewrote His ‘Marty Supreme’ Role — Then His Best Scene Got Cut
The Shark Tank star pushed to make his character more ruthless, but his favorite moment about success and watches didn't make the final cut.
Business News
Tesla Is No Longer the World’s Top EV Seller After Q4 Sales Fall
China's BYD claimed the crown with 2.26 million vehicles sold in 2025.
Tech
OpenAI’s Secret Jony Ive Project Could Be an AI-Powered Pen
Leaked patent reveals what the $1 billion AI hardware partnership has been building.
Buying a Franchise
How Shaq Built a Restaurant Empire That Pays More Than the NBA Ever Did
The NBA legend has amassed a $400 million empire, much of it coming from his strategic investments in restaurant franchises.
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TikTok Just Beat YouTube and Instagram as the Top News Source for Young People
Forty-three percent of young adults said they regularly get news from the video app in 2025.
Business News
Someone Stole $400,000 Worth of Lobster Destined for Costco Using a ‘Sophisticated’ Phishing Scam
The Great Lobster Heist has investigators scratching their heads.
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Why Starbucks Closed 400 City Stores and Moved to the Suburbs
The coffee giant shuttered locations concentrated in major cities, as part of CEO Brian Niccol's $1 billion restructuring plan.
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Gmail Users Can Finally Do What They’ve Been Asking For Since 2004
Google is rolling out a feature that lets users change their @gmail.com addresses while keeping all their data.
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This Niche Japanese Food Franchise Is Opening 20 New Locations After Record Sales Year
Onigilly Japanese Kitchen is hoping to go mainstream with its traditional onigiri rice balls.
Business News
‘The Big Short’ Investor Michael Burry Bet $10 Million That AI Stocks Will Crash By 2027
The hedge fund manager famous for predicting the 2008 housing crash is warning investors about Nvidia and Palantir.
Business News
Someone in Arkansas Won $1.8 Billion in Powerball — But Their Identity Will Stay Secret for 3 Years
Arkansas law allows lottery winners to remain anonymous, keeping the identity of the second-largest jackpot winner in U.S. history a mystery.
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Logan Paul Says Young Investors Should Skip Stocks and Buy This Collectible Instead
The WWE wrestler and influencer is auctioning off an item he purchased for $5.3 million in 2022.
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Waymo Shut Down San Francisco Robotaxis on Christmas Due to Flash Flood Warnings
The surprise move came just days after its self-driving cars caused gridlock during a power outage.
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Meta’s Threads Launches New Feature to Lure Podcasters and Their Fans
The social network wants to compete in the space with Reddit and Substack.
Business Legal
This Convicted Fraudster Billed JPMorgan $529 for Gummy Bears
Charlie Javice was sentenced to seven years in prison, but not before stacking up outrageous legal bills.
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Gen Z Is Buying Themselves Toys in Record Numbers This Holiday Season. Here’s Why.
Experts blame the 'Peter Pan Effect' for young adults collecting plush toys like Labubu dolls and Jellycat.
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Elon Musk Is Now $139 Billion Richer After His ‘Unfathomable’ Pay Package Is Restored
The Tesla CEO's Musk's net worth is now $749 billion.
Business News
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An investor group led by Consortium Brand Partners is acquiring the iconic pizza chain.
