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Popeyes sued for $1.5 million after customers claim they found 'condom-like' object in fried chicken

A Popeyes restaurant in Houston, Texas, is facing a lawsuit after two customers alleged they found a "condom-like foreign object" embedded inside a piece of fried chicken during what was supposed to be a routine family meal. Plaintiffs Justin Howard and Danielle McKinnon claim they continue to suffer physical discomfort,…

The Times of India

Houston man orders fried chicken from Popeyes. Then he allegedly finds a used condom baked right into his meal

Activists said, when contacted, police found it "funny."

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Burger King’s Turnaround Is Putting Restaurant Brands Back in Focus

Restaurant Brands International posted Q1 2026 revenue of $2.26 billion and EPS of 86 cents, as Burger King U.S. comparable sales surged 5.8% amid its ongoing turnaround.

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Slice of the Pie: Why Yum’s Deal Lifts QSR

The recent strategic divestiture by Yum Brands establishes a highly lucrative valuation floor, positioning Restaurant Brands International for gains.

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More Popeyes locations have closed after major franchisee filed for bankruptcy

Three of the chicken chain’s locations in Georgia have closed

The Independent UK

Major Popeyes Franchisee Sailormen Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Closes 20 Locations Amid Rising Costs

The bankruptcy filing comes as the fast-food industry grapples with persistent challenges, including higher labor and food costs, elevated interest rates on borrowing, and a post-pandemic slowdown in customer traffic for many chains.

International Business Times

“America, Are We Great Yet?”: 97 Times Shrinkflation Was So Obvious It Felt Like A Legal Scam (New Pics)

Whether you realized it at the time or not, you’ve probably been a victim of shrinkflation. A combination of the words ‘shrink’ and ‘inflation,’ shrinkflation is what happens when companies reduce the size of their products, and either keep the same prices or raise them. And it feels like you’re…

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McDonald's CEO's 'Tiny Bite' Goes Viral — And Rival Chains Aren't Holding Back

A small bite by McDonald's CEO in a promotional video ignites a viral fast food feud, with rival chains seizing the opportunity to poke fun and promote their own brands.

International Business Times UK

Super Bowl 2026: All of the best deals and freebies

From Starbucks to Popeyes and Buffalo Wild Wings, here are the chains offering savings this Super Bowl weekend

The Independent UK

More than 100 Popeyes in these states at risk after franchisee files for bankruptcy

The franchisee has more than 130 Popeyes locations in Georgia and Florida

The Independent UK

Popeyes drive-thru throws a bizarre temper tantrum after customer rejects an apple pie suggestion

Looks like everyone is tired of their jobs.

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US fast-food chain brings ‘mega’ portions to British restaurants

The ‘mega’ size sauce dips come in drink cups

The Independent UK

Londoners queue for 24 hours to win 'lifetime' of free Popeyes chicken meals

The offer includes 12 vouchers for a free chicken sandwich every 12 months for 50 years

Evening Standard

Popeyes plans more UK restaurants as it reaches 100 sites

The US-founded chain launched in the UK in 2021 but has rapidly grown on the back of soaring consumer demand for fried chicken.

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These Are the Fastest (And Slowest) Drive Thrus in America

If you’re a fast-food aficionado like I am, you know that some drive-thru windows can take a bit longer than others. On rare occasions, you’ll often have to wait as long as 10 or 15 minutes just to get your hands on that chicken sandwich or cheeseburger. Thankfully, not all…

The Independent UK

Report reveals which fast food drive-thrus have the shortest waits and best customer satisfaction

Chick-fil-A has the highest customer satisfiaction rate in new study

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Eating Like the Queen Bee: Here Are 10 Of Beyonce’s Favorite Foods

Beyoncé is a global icon known for her incredible discipline and work ethic. This focus extends to her diet, especially when she is preparing for a major performance. However, she is also a proud Houston native with a deep love for comfort food and bold flavors. Her list of favorite…

The Independent UK

Two big food brands team up for special menu with ‘a spicy twist’

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The Independent UK

Popeyes teaming up with Hot Ones for fiery menu offerings

The new menu is now available at Popeyes for a limited time

Budget and the Bees

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Popeyes (The Chicken Recipe Origin Will Shock You)

The chicken sandwich wars captivated the internet. Popeyes went head-to-head with rivals, sparking endless debates. However, behind the hype is a story few people know. This fast-food giant has a history filled with surprising twists and bold decisions. You think you know the brand behind that crispy, spicy chicken, but…

Tom’s Hardware

Burger King hacked, attackers 'impressed by the commitment to terrible security practices' — systems described as 'solid as a paper Whopper wrapper in the rain,’ other RBI brands like Tim Hortons and Popeyes also vulnerable

Ethical hackers have detailed how they uncovered 'catastrophic' vulnerabilities in various Burger King systems.

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12 Fast-Food Items That Taste Worse Than They Did Last Year

Fast food is supposed to be consistent. That’s part of its appeal—no matter where you are, you expect the same satisfying taste. But lately, customers have been complaining that their go-to orders just aren’t hitting the same. Whether it’s due to ingredient swaps, cost-cutting, or rushed prep, something is changing.…

Reason

Is Housing 'Out of Reach' for More Than Half of Workers?

Plus: Single-stair reform in Nashville, an inclusionary zoning lawsuit in Seattle, and a zoning-created full-service Popeyes in Illinois.

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10 Restaurant Chains That Switched to Cheaper Ingredients

In the face of rising food and labor costs, many restaurant chains have made a difficult choice: raise menu prices or cut costs in the kitchen. An increasing number of brands have opted for the latter, a practice customers have dubbed “skimpflation.” They quietly switch to lower-quality ingredients, hoping diners…

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Popeyes drops AI-powered diss track against McDonald's, and the results are hilarious

Popeyes made an ad with AI to mock McDonald's, and the result is hilarious.

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