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View AllHow Chipotle lost its sizzle
Chipotle Mexican Grill, the Newport Beach-based chain known for its bursting burritos and lunch bowls, just finished its worst year ever. Its same-store sales declined last year for the first time since going public two decades ago. The downturn reflects what analysts say is a broader slowdown in fast casual chains considered a step above fast food but below full-service restaurants. In a K-shaped economy where the few with money are still spending while everyone else is anxious about rising prices and keeping their jobs, Chipotle is stuck in a sour spot. It isn’t a destination for the rich. Instead, it is a skippable splurge for those looking to save. “Our guests [are] placing heightened focus on value and quality and pulling back on overall restaurant spending,” Chipotle Chief Executive…
Beyond Good and Evil 2 director says Ubisoft is committed to its launch despite reorganization
Last week, Ubisoft shocked many of its fans by canceling the *Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time* remake, alongside other game cancellations and studio closures. The company claims to be reorganizing, and its ecosystem has changed drastically. However, one of the more high-profile games left in question was *Beyond Good and Evil 2*. Today, the game’s creative director, Fawzi Mesmar, assured fans that Ubisoft remains committed to the project. He confirmed that the development of *Beyond Good and Evil 2* is unaffected by the recent closures. Mesmar shared a statement on his LinkedIn profile addressing the state of *Beyond Good and Evil 2* following Ubisoft’s reorganization announcement. He mainly emphasized that development continues on the game despite past challenges. *Beyond Good and Evil 2* has faced numerous delays and…
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View AllFacebook (META) chief AI scientist Yann LeCun leaves company to open new AMI start-up
Yann LeCun, Meta (formerly known as Facebook) chief AI scientist and well-known visionary of the technology, is leaving the company.…
Uber wants to pay drivers to train its AI
Uber is exploring new ways to engage its drivers beyond traditional driving roles. The company plans to pay drivers to…
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View AllOscar hopefuls gather for luncheon and class picture
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif — Nearly all of the 230 people nominated for Oscars across 24 categories gathered Tuesday for the…
Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death was a pulmonary embolism
Catherine O'Hara died from a pulmonary embolism, with cancer as the underlying cause, according to a Los Angeles County death…
Super Bowl 2026: Chris Pratt, Jon Bon Jovi and more celebs at the game
Stars filled the stands at Levi's Stadium for Super Bowl 2026, creating an electrifying atmosphere both on and off the…
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Stars filled the stands at Levi's Stadium for Super Bowl 2026, creating an electrifying atmosphere both on and off the field. The excitement wasn’t limited…
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View AllWho is running for L.A. mayor? Here’s the list
The ballot is finalized (at least for now) in what is shaping up to be a dramatic 2026 race for…
West Chicago teacher resigns after ‘Go ICE’ social media post draws outrage
**Elementary School Teacher Resigns Following Controversial Social Media Post Supporting ICE** WEST CHICAGO, Ill. (WLS) — An elementary school teacher…
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View AllRescuers search, amid worsening weather, for 10 skiers caught in Sierra avalanche
Dozens of rescuers were searching for missing backcountry skiers Tuesday afternoon after an avalanche in the Sierra Nevada northwest of Lake Tahoe. Ten skiers remained…
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View AllKen Burns on what he thinks would surprise the founders of America | 60 Minutes
Filmmaker Ken Burns, who's helped viewers understand American history, shared what he thinks would surprise the nation's founders 250 years…
Soaring coffee prices rewrite some Americans’ daily routines
For years, it was a daily McDonald’s trip for a cup of coffee with 10 sugars and five creams. Later,…
DHS shutdown begins with no deal in sight
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security has ground to a halt in a dispute in Congress over the Trump…
WATCH: CA Gov. Gavin Newsom calls Pres. Trump “temporary” in message to world leaders
CA Gov. Gavin Newsom calls Pres. Trump “temporary” in message to world leaders California Gov. Gavin Newsom called on world…
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View AllU.S. men’s hockey rolls past Germany, closes Winter Olympics group play unbeaten
The U. S. will take the No. 2 seed into the quarterfinals of the men’s hockey tournament of the Milan-Cortina Olympics after beating Germany 5-1…
















