McDonald's

USA

Trump does a shift at McDonald's in a bid to wow working-class voters

The stunt follows his claims that Democratic nominee Kamala Harris lied about working at the restaurant chain while attending university.

21/10/2024

Business

McDonald's reveals big plans to widen reach in UK and Ireland

Thousands of new jobs are expected to be created as part of the chain's biggest expansion plan in the UK in more than two decades, which will also include some 200 new restaurants in Ireland and the UK.

22/08/2024

Business

McDonald’s loses chicken Big Mac trademark battle with Irish rival

Irish rival Supermac has also complained of McDonald’s trademarking the name Supermac, despite not offering any food items of this name.

06/06/2024

Culture news

'Super Size Me' documentary maker Morgan Spurlock dies of cancer

The US documentary director took on the mighty fast-food sector over what it served up to millions, even though the diet caused him severe physical and psychological damage.

24/05/2024

Business

Nationwide apologises to customers as tech glitch delays payments

Nationwide is one of the latest to see IT glitches, following the likes of Sainsbury’s, McDonald’s, Greggs and Tesco, amongst others.

22/03/2024

Business

McDonald's system outages reported in Europe and worldwide

Issues have been noted in Italy, Sweden and the UK, among other countries.

15/03/2024

Business

McDonald's CEO blames 'misinformation' for Middle East losses

McDonald's chief executive officer has claimed the negative impact of boycott campaigns alleging its support of Israel is hitting regional business.

05/01/2024

Culture news

Crocs and McDonald’s teamed up this week – and it’s quite something

The world of fashion got an almighty shake up this week with the collaboration of Crocs and McDonald's...

17/11/2023

Business

McDonald's revenue jumps 14% as Big Macs lure diners in US and Europe

McDonald's reported better-than-expected sales in the third quarter as popular promotions brought in customers despite higher US prices.

30/10/2023

Belarus

Russia's knock-off McDonald's goes international

The Russian fast food chain 'Tasty and That's It' is expanding across borders, opening up stores in Belarus for the first time.

12/11/2022

Ukraine

Return of the Big Mac: McDonald's set to reopen restaurants in Ukraine

The US fast food giant has been paying thousands of its workers in Ukraine while their outlets were closed during the first six months of the war.

11/08/2022

Money

McDonald’s hikes cheeseburger price in the UK amid soaring costs

After KFC and Nando, McDonald’s UK is also raising the prices of some items on its menu due to the rising cost of food.

27/07/2022

Russia

Watch: Protester disrupts launch of rebranded McDonald's in Moscow

"Bring back Big Mac," shouted the protester.

13/06/2022

Economy

How are sanctions impacting everyday life in Russia?

How are sanctions impacting everyday life in Russia?

11/03/2022

Russia

'The right thing to do': McDonald's closes all restaurants in Russia

“Our values mean we cannot ignore the needless human suffering unfolding in Ukraine,” the company's president and CEO said.

08/03/2022

Tech News

You may soon be able to order your McDonald’s in the metaverse

The trademarks include "virtual food and beverage products, operating a virtual restaurant online featuring home delivery" and "virtual concerts".

11/02/2022

Italy

Elderly Italian man draws gun when asked for COVID pass at McDonald's

The 88-year-old reportedly had reportedly demanded to enter the restaurant to buy an ice cream.

25/01/2022

Japan

McDonald's Japan ration fries as COVID and floods chip away at stocks

The chips are down for some fast food fans in Japan.

22/12/2021

Living

McDonald’s new solar powered restaurant branded ‘McGreenwash’

Hot on the heels of the McPlant burger, the chain has unveiled its first net zero build. But what about its biggest emission sources?

10/12/2021

Culture news

Are McDonald's and Mariah taking aim at COP26?

The ad-campaign has received criticism for its amateur graphics but some on Twitter think it may carry a serious message.

11/11/2021