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I’m Shillin’ It

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The six-time NBA champion became one of the most marketed sports figures in history — starring in nearly 100 commercials by 2003 — with product deals ranging from his eponymous Air Jordan at Nike to Gatorade. Megan thee Stallion went into a fast-food partnership of her own with Popeye’s; Doja Cat, with Taco Bell. billion, or 62.1

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The Weird (and Wired) Truth Behind What’s Really in Coca-Cola

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It found its way into medicine as well as the enthusiastic embrace of Sigmund Freud, it was written into the plot of Sherlock Holmes, and it was also added to an array of popular foods and drinks. The newly formulated ingredient would be combined with kola nut in a powder given the mysterious cover name “Merchandise #5.”

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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

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The brand has been able to create an entirely new category of menu items, transforming the familiar comfort food of chicken and waffles into its photo-worthy and on-the-go staple. “The pandemic has definitely thrown some hurdles our way, from nearly halting all of our production and development, to a nationwide chicken supply shortage.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Sandwiches Up North and Taco John’s Gets Aggressive

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Checkers & Rally’s will continue its tradition of putting the customer first and serving its communities by delivering high quality, craveable food at exceptional values. Most of the locations will retain a drive-thru, with a focus on to-go and grab-and-go foods, and some will also feature an eat-in dining area.

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