Burger chain, Wendy’s UK, has launched podcast miniseries highlighting the scary reality of competitor fast food experiences with a comedic spin. Click here to read the story at mobilemarketingmagazine.com. Discussion Questions:
Crocs Shoes last week unveiled what it’s calling “the most widely requested Crocs shoe designs in brand history”: a classic cowboy boot. Click here to read the story at theguardian.com. Discussion Questions:
Starbucks first introduced the Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) on October 10, 2003, and over the past 20 years, it has ignited a cultural movement around the love of all things pumpkin spice and fall. Click here to read the story at stories.starbucks.com. * Teacher Note: Consider pairing this news story
This Halloween, Donkey has you covered! DreamWorks’ lovable sidekick is letting you vacation in Shrek’s Swamp! Guests of the animated early 2000s classic Shrek can soon call the ogre’s stumpy, secluded haven home thanks to Airbnb. Click here to read the story at people.com. Discussion Questions:
Caviar on Pringles? Yes, it is a thing, and you can thank the “Real Housewives of New York City.” Click here to read the story at al.com. Discussion Questions:
If you look toward the sky in September and see an oversized Subway sandwich floating overhead, you’re not having hunger-related hallucinations. Click here to read the story at foodandwine.com. Discussion Questions:
Swiss cruise line MSC Cruises made waves with a promotional video for the “future of cruising,” during which the company made the case for sustainable cruise ships. Click here to read the story at news.yahoo.com. Discussion Questions:
Panda Restaurant Group, the parent company of Panda Express®, is pledging up to $2 million to the American Red Cross to provide essential care for the individuals affected by the Hawaii wildfires through the Panda Cares Foundation fundraising program and a dollar-for-dollar corporate match. Click here to read the story
Oscar Mayer makes a Hot Dog Straw to commemorate 2022 viral video Oscar Mayer is giving away the Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Straw (while supplies last), in honor of the baseball fan who made a straw from a hot dog in 2022. Click here to read the story at usatoday.com.
Subway fanatics now have the ultimate way to show their love for the company, and win something nice along the way. All they have to do is legally change their name. Click here to read the story at usatoday.com. Discussion Questions: