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By reading franchise business news daily you will know economic and political issues that confront franchisee and franchisers. This information can help you prepare for the implications that some policy changes might bring. You will also know happenings about early entrants in your industry that can help you decide how to steer your business in the right direction.

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McDonald’s Spends $258,000 for Lobbying in Q4 (August 12, 2010)
McDonald’s Corp, the largest US fast food chain, has spent more than $256,000 for lobbying in the second quarter regarding issues related to restaurant tax law, food safety and nutrition, and immigration law.
Taco Bell Introduces New Meals (August 4, 2010)
Mexican restaurant Taco Bell Inc. has introduced its latest taco products which will cater to the consumers who want to taste an authentic Mexican dish from a quick service restaurant.
Workers Halt Negotiation with Dunkin’ Donuts (July 23, 2010)
The negotiation between Dunkin’ Donut’s supplier Northeast DCP and the worker’s union has been halted after the two parties failed to come up with an agreement that would cover benefits, union dues, and other employment issues.
Mediacom to Handle Yum! Brands Ad Campaign (July 19, 2010)
To beef up its marketing and advertising campaign, Yum! Brands which owns fast food chains such as Pizza Hut and KFC has recently made an agreement with media agency Mediacom which has cost the company nearly $40 million.
Salmonella Outbreak Affects Subway Restaurants (July 10, 2010)
Restaurant giant Subway has reported a significant decline in sales after hundreds of customers have been infected with salmonella which is a food-borne disease caused by eating foods contaminated with animal and human feces.
McDonald's Says World Cup Souvenir Glasses Safe (June 29, 2010)
Despite concern that McDonald's World Cup souvenir glasses may contain cadmium which is a metal attributed to cancer and other health problems, the restaurant giant said that it will not pull out the glasses which they claimed to be safe.
Taco Bell Launches Its Social Media Campaign (June 26, 2010)
In an effort to reach a broader market and strengthen its brand, Taco Bell has recently launched a social media campaign using YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and other social platforms that are seen as an effective viral marketing tool.
Yum! Brands Ignores Demand to Raise Workers’ Pay (June 21, 2010)
Yum! Brands, which owns KFC fast food restaurants, has ignored the demands for a higher wage that will benefit the workers from the northeastern city of Shenyang, China. However, the company said it will fulfill its obligation once the labor contract is signed.
Subway Customers Affected by Salmonella Outbreak (June 7, 2010)
Several customers from Illinois have been hospitalized after eating sandwiches from Subway which were found to have salmonella, a food-borne bacteria which can cause diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and headache.
Pizza Hut Offers Fish-flavored Pizza in Malaysia (May 16, 2010)
Pizza Hut has recently introduced a new product in Malaysia called Fish King Pizza that is topped with fish sticks, crabsticks, mozzarella cheese, pineapples, onions, and roasted capsicum. However, this new product will only be available for a month in the country.
Taco Bell Founder Found Dead (January 19, 2010)
CA Upholds $6.1 Million McDonald’s Strip Search Case Verdict (November 23, 2009)
McDonald’s Inside Louvre, No “Big Mac” Deal (October 12, 2009)
Starbucks Rolls Out "Via" Instant Coffee Product in US, Canada (September 29, 2009)
New Survey Showed McDonald’s is “most hated” Brand in UK (September 21, 2009)
McDonald’s Loses Trademark Case Versus McCurry (September 10, 2009)
McDonald’s Posted Slow Sales Growth in August (September 9, 2009)
Wal-Mart Recalls 4.2 Million Durabrand DVD Players (September 3, 2009)
Riverside in the West to Build First Ever “Green” McDonald’s Restaurant (August 30, 2009)
Woman Run Amok in KFC (August 9, 2009)
Starbucks Franchisees Goes "Independent" Cafe Mode (July 26, 2009)
iPhone comes Up with New App for Pizza Hut (July 19, 2009)
Yum Brands Food Chain Franchise Q2 Profits Jump 35 Percent (July 15, 2009)
Workers File Lawsuit Against Pizza Hut Over Salary (July 13, 2009)
Authorities Say KFC Did Not Commit Violation Over Its Commercial (June 7, 2009)
KFC Says Free Chicken Gives Good Publicity (May 25, 2009)
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