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Woman with sepsis sues Chipotle after eating bowl she claims had salmonella-linked peppers

Over 300 people have been infected with Salmonella from jalapeño peppers sourced from Mexico, according to federal health officials

The Independent UK

A Viral Tweet Set Off a Discourse on $20 Burritos. Here's the Truth About Inflation.

Americans are angry because everyday goods are much more expensive, and politicians think they should “stop whining.”

Reason

In 2019, U.S witnessed worst year for Parasitic infections, this year Michigan alone surpasses that data with 15 states linked to largest outbreak and why is Taco Bell under scanner

Cyclospora is a microscopic, spherical parasite that commonly causes watery diarrhea “with frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements,” according to the CDC. Outbreaks tend to occur most often in the late spring and summer.

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America’s explosive diarrhea outbreak just spread to even more states

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The Independent UK

Largest cyclospora outbreak now expands to include 15 states with over 10,000 confirmed cases

The diarrhea-inducing parasite, linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from mega produce supplier Taylor Farms, has been making thousands of people sick this summer

The Independent UK

Taco Bell admits sales have declined after explosive diarrhea outbreak - but has a plan to win customers back

Taco Bell has admitted sales took a hit from a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce that sickened thousands with symptoms including explosive diarrhea, but executives say they have a plan to win customers back.

The Independent UK

Michigan Confirms First Two Deaths in Record Cyclospora Outbreak as CDC Tally Still Shows None

Michigan has reported the first two US deaths tied to the 2026 cyclosporiasis outbreak. Both people had underlying conditions. Here is what the current data show.

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Starbucks CEO Earns 1,794 Times More Than the Average Worker: Here's Why He's Paid $31M

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol's $31 million pay package in 2025 has reignited debates on executive compensation, as the company shows signs of recovery under his leadership amidst union disputes and competition.

International Business Times UK

Cyclospora Outbreak Expands to Nine States as CDC Tracks More Than 6,700 Confirmed Infections Nationwide

The lettuce-linked Cyclospora outbreak now spans nine states and 1,947 cases, while CDC tracks 6,707 confirmed infections nationwide.

Medical Daily

Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Claims First Deaths as Cases Surge Past 11,000 in Growing Health Crisis

Michigan reports first deaths in the largest US cyclosporiasis outbreak, linked to contaminated lettuce. Health officials urge caution as cases rise nationwide, with legal actions mounting against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms.

International Business Times UK

What makes a CEO worth $31 million a year? You’ll have to ask Starbucks

IN FOCUS : Starbucks has paid its CEO more than $120 million since he joined in late 2024. What makes him worth it? JR Duren reports

The Independent UK

Hungry diner orders Taco Bell 15 minutes before closing time. Then the Taco Bell employee allegedly asks if he likes his food ‘floor seasoned’

A late-night Taco Bell run meets bizarre allegations.

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Taco Bell isn’t the only restaurant caught in America’s lettuce crisis

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The Independent UK

CDC Now Counts 6,707 Confirmed Cyclospora Cases and More Than 11,500 Others Still Under Investigation

CDC reports 6,707 lab-confirmed Cyclospora cases plus more than 11,500 under investigation as the lettuce-linked outbreak expands to nine states.

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The Independent UK

How the explosive diarrhea outbreak is rattling restaurants across America

It’s been a choppy year for restaurants that lean into lettuce

The Independent UK

Starbucks CEO earns close to 1,800 times more than store employees — and most big chain bosses do too

Brian Niccol received a $96 million package for his first four months at Starbucks in 2024, sparking widespread social media backlash

The National (Scotland)

Scottish city retail park with KFC and American Golf up for sale

A RETAIL park in Aberdeen that is home to the likes of American Golf and KFC is set to go up for sale at auction ...

Medical Daily

Lettuce Supplier Met Privately with White House Officials as Federal Cyclospora Investigation Named Its Product

Taylor Farms met privately with White House and FDA officials during the cyclospora investigation, a source told Reuters. Here is what is verified.

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The Independent UK

Signs point to a peak in explosive diarrhea cases in Michigan

The largest outbreak of cyclosporiasis is in the Great Lakes and Midwest regions, affecting nine states

Medical Daily

Lawsuits Say Taylor Farms Should Have Known: Complaints Cite a 2013 Cyclospora Outbreak and a 2024 E. Coli Death

Lawsuits over the Cyclospora outbreak allege Taylor Farms knew the risk from prior outbreaks. The company defends its protocols. No court has ruled.

The Independent UK

Taco Bell offers menu classic for $1 - and it noticeably lacks any lettuce

Last week, the beloved chain ran its $1 Enchirito deal - another menu item that does not contain lettuce

Benzinga

Rep. Garcia Grills Taylor Farms CEO Over Trump Ties Amid Cyclospora Lettuce Outbreak: 'Tried to Distance Themselves...'

Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), on the House Oversight Committee, is investigating whether Taylor Farms used its White House connections to influence the federal response to a nationwide cyclospora outbreak linked to its recalled lettuce.

Benzinga

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino Steps Down Nearly a Year After 'Woke' Logo Backlash That Left Her Feeling 'Fired By America'— Former Yum! Executive David Deno to Take Over

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc. (NASDAQ:CBRL) CEO Julie Masino is stepping down, the company announced Monday, nearly a year after its controversial branding modernization sparked political backlash.

The Economic Times

Why is Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino stepping down?

Cracker Barrel has announced that CEO Julie Masino will step down on August 10, nearly a year after the restaurant chain's controversial rebranding effort triggered widespread customer backlash and contributed to declining sales. David Deno, the former CEO of Bloomin' Brands, will take over as chief executive, while Masino will…

Medical Daily

FDA Retracts Its Positive Cyclospora Test on Recalled Lettuce as Consumer Reports Finds the Recall Notice Unusable

FDA says its Cyclospora-positive lettuce sample was a false positive. The recall remains. Consumer Reports found the notice used internal brand codes.

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