McDonald's

Each Cactus Plant Flea Market Box will come with a meal and a classic McDonald's character toy, with a twist.

All of the chain's 100-plus locations in Ukraine closed after Russia invaded in February. Three reopened in Kyiv this week, for delivery only. "It's a nice gift from McDonald's," one customer says.

The price for one McDonald's cheeseburger is going from 99 pence to one pound and 19 pence. That's about a 30 cent increase.

The new fast-food chain opened in Moscow on Sunday. It replaced the iconic Golden Arches with two bold orange backslashes and a red circle, representing a tiny burger and a pair of large fries.

In 1990, the Big Mac's arrival in Moscow signaled a new era. Now McDonald's is tearing down the golden arches and writing off its investment in Russia.

The plant-based burger is set to reach participating locations in California and Texas on Feb. 14. The announcement comes as several other big fast-food chains are serving up more plant-based items.

Chris Kempczinski held a town hall with employees on Monday after reports revealed he messaged Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and appeared to blame the death of two shooting victims on their parents.

The benefits of the change will be equivalent to more than 650,000 people not using any plastic for a year, the company said.

Canadian news outlet CBC was interviewing Brian Bates, dubbed "Outstanding Manager of the Year" for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic by the fast food chain. He says Grimace is a taste bud.

It's well known among connoisseurs of the fast-food giant's frozen desserts that McDonald's ice-cream machines often break down. It can make McFlurries, shakes and other treats unattainable.