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San Diego Padres, Sportservice Unveil New Food and Beverage Offerings at Petco Park
BUFFALO, New York, March 25 -- Delaware North issued the following news release:
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San Diego Padres, Sportservice unveil new food and beverage offerings at Petco Park
SAN DIEGO -- Sportservice, the hospitality and retail partner of the San Diego Padres, is rolling out a slate of new menu offerings at for the 2026 MLB season at Petco Park - introducing bold flavors and elevated favorites across concessions, premium clubs and suites.
New this season, fans will find expanded concession options such as Padre Pretzels, available as twists or bites. Flavor offerings include classic salted with
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BUFFALO, New York, March 25 -- Delaware North issued the following news release:
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San Diego Padres, Sportservice unveil new food and beverage offerings at Petco Park
SAN DIEGO -- Sportservice, the hospitality and retail partner of the San Diego Padres, is rolling out a slate of new menu offerings at for the 2026 MLB season at Petco Park - introducing bold flavors and elevated favorites across concessions, premium clubs and suites.
New this season, fans will find expanded concession options such as Padre Pretzels, available as twists or bites. Flavor offerings include classic salted withBavarian brew mustard, buffalo with blue cheese ranch, honey mustard with queso blanco, cinnamon sugar with vanilla icing and a dessert-style s'mores option topped with chocolate, graham cracker crumble and marshmallow whipped cream.
In Section 100, The Shortstop stand debuts with hearty ballpark classics, including a Short Stop sandwich featuring braised beef short rib with Boursin aioli and au jus on a French roll, served with kettle chips, as well as a chili cheese dog topped with house-made short rib chili and American cheese.
Premium spaces throughout the ballpark are also seeing new additions. At Club .394, new items include a bratwurst smashie on a pretzel bun with beer cheese sauce, rolled tacos with shredded chicken and house salsa, and carne asada fries topped with guacamole, sour cream, cheddar and pico de gallo.
In the Lexus Club, guests can enjoy a hot honey and prosciutto grilled cheese finished with Boursin and chives.
Suites will feature new group-friendly packages and sharable platters. Offerings include a Baja Package with adobada sliders, flautas, carne asada fries, mesquite Caesar salad, rice and beans, along with premium selections such as steak frites with sliced New York strip loin and red wine demi-glace and a BBQ board showcasing smoked brisket, pulled pork, hot links, chicken wings and classic sides.
"These new menus build on what makes Petco Park such a special destination - quality, variety and a sense of place," said Dan Butler, general manager for Delaware North at Petco Park. "Whether fans are grabbing a pretzel at the concourse or enjoying a premium club experience, we're focused on delivering food that feels worthy of the ballpark and the city."
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Original text here: https://media.delawarenorth.com/san-diego-padres-sportservice-unveil-new-food-and-beverage-offerings-at-petco-park/
[Category: BizTravel]
Gartner Says CFOs Need to Rethink the ROI of AI Investments
STAMFORD, Connecticut, March 25 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Says CFOs Need to Rethink the ROI of AI Investments
Gartner Analysts Are Covering Key Enterprise and Finance AI Topics at the Gartner CFO Symposium/Xpo 2026 in Sydney
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CFOs are misjudging AI investments by treating them as a single ROI problem rather than as a portfolio of very different bets, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company.
"AI does not follow one cost curve, and it does not produce one uniform
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STAMFORD, Connecticut, March 25 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Says CFOs Need to Rethink the ROI of AI Investments
Gartner Analysts Are Covering Key Enterprise and Finance AI Topics at the Gartner CFO Symposium/Xpo 2026 in Sydney
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CFOs are misjudging AI investments by treating them as a single ROI problem rather than as a portfolio of very different bets, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company.
"AI does not follow one cost curve, and it does not produce one uniformtype of value," said Twisha Sharma, Senior Principal, Research in the Gartner Finance practice. "CFOs need to stop looking for a single ROI formula and instead build a balanced portfolio that includes productivity use cases, targeted process improvements, and selective transformational bets."
Twisha Sharma, Senior Principal, Research at Gartner. told CFOs at the Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo in Sydney today that a one-size-fits-all valuation approach to AI initiatives - with a narrow focus on traditional financial metrics - will significantly undervalue many investments.
Speaking at the Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo 2026 in Sydney today, Sharma told attendees to think about AI projects like different types of travel that have distinct purposes and economic identities. An AI portfolio should contain projects with routine use cases that automate repetitive tasks, those with more advanced use cases that improve analysis and decision making, and larger transformational use cases aimed at innovation or competitive disruption (see Figure 1).
Figure 1. Different Economic Identities of AI Initiatives
"The economics of AI differ sharply from one use case to another, making it difficult for a standard value approach to capture the full picture, especially as the cost difference between various types can be significant," said Sharma, "Each use case will have different timelines, different ambitions, different risk profiles and different ongoing costs. If finance teams don't dissect cost models with precision, they will face budget surprises later."
Seek Nonfinancial Value
Sharma also warned that CFOs risk undervaluing AI if they focus too narrowly on immediate financial returns, such as revenue growth, cost reduction or cash flow improvement alone. Many AI initiatives create important nonfinancial value first -- including better decision support, stronger business agility, wider organizational reach, innovation capacity and even a shift in finance's role within the enterprise -- long before those benefits are fully visible in the P&L.
"The value of AI is not always captured first in traditional financial metrics. In many cases, it appears earlier in better decisions, faster adaptation and stronger organizational capability. CFOs need to account for that if they want a complete picture of what AI is really delivering," said Sharma.
The companies that get the most value from AI will not be the ones chasing a single breakthrough or forcing every initiative through the same ROI lens. They will be the ones that treat AI like a portfolio -- balancing routine productivity gains, targeted process improvements and selective transformational bets, while scaling winners and cutting weak ideas early.
This press release was adapted from the session Cracking AI's Value Code: From Uncertain Cost Driver to Value Engine (https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/apac/cfo-finance-au/sessions/detail/4263533-Cracking-AIs-Value-Code-From-Uncertain-Cost-Driver-to-Value-Engine) at the Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo 2026 (https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/apac/cfo-finance-au) in Sydney today. Gartner clients can read more in the report Tailor AI Funding Models to Accelerate Enterprise Value (https://www.gartner.com/document-reader/document/7303130) and nonclients can read The CFO Report (https://www.gartner.com/en/finance/cfo-report).
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Gartner is the World Authority on AI
Gartner is an indispensable partner to C-Level executives and technology providers as they implement AI strategies to achieve their mission-critical priorities. The independence and objectivity of Gartner insights provide clients with the confidence to make informed decisions and unlock the full potential of AI. Clients across the C-Level are using Gartner's proprietary AskGartner AI tool to determine how to leverage AI in their business. With more than 2,500 business and technology experts, 6,000 written insights, as well as more than 1,000 AI use cases and case studies, Gartner is the world authority on AI. More information can be found here.
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About the Finance Symposium/Xpo 2026
Attendees of the Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo 2026, taking place March 23-24 in Sydney, May 27-29 in National Harbor and June 8-9 in London, will join Gartner experts to explore how to test where AI is driving value, build leaner operating models without added complexity, lead capital and growth decisions through volatility, and build a culture of innovation and opportunity in Finance. CFOs and finance leaders will learn what it really takes to build the kind of finance organization where insights lead to faster decisions, automation supports more of the close and forecast, and finance teams engage with the business without becoming a bottleneck. Follow news and updates from the conferences on X and LinkedIn using the hashtag #GartnerFinance.
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About Gartner for Finance Leaders
"The economics of AI differ sharply from one use case to another, making it difficult for a standard value approach to capture the full picture, especially as the cost difference between various types can be significant," said Sharma, "Each use case will have different timelines, different ambitions, different risk profiles and different ongoing costs. If finance teams don't dissect cost models with precision, they will face budget surprises later."
The Gartner Finance practice helps senior finance executives meet their top priorities. Gartner offers a unique breadth and depth of content to support clients' individual success and deliver on key initiatives that cut across finance functions to drive business impact. Learn more at https://www.gartner.com/en/finance/finance-leaders. Follow Gartner for Finance on LinkedIn and X using #GartnerFinance to stay ahead of the latest expert insights and key trends shaping the finance function. Visit the Gartner Finance Newsroom for more information and insights
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Original text here: https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2026-03-24-gartner-says-cfos-need-to-rethink-the-roi-of-ai-investments
[Category: BizConsulting]
Experian Health's 2026 State of Patient Access Survey Reveals Patient Experience is Improving, But Big Challenges Remain for Healthcare Providers
COSTA MESA, California, March 25 (TNSrep) -- Experian, an information services company, posted the following news release on March 24, 2026:
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Experian Health's 2026 State of Patient Access Survey reveals patient experience is improving, but big challenges remain for healthcare providers
Survey findings show financial friction and staffing issues remain significant barriers
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Experian Health today released its annual 2026 State of Patient Access Survey (https://www.experian.com/healthcare/resources-insights/thought-leadership/white-papers-insights/state-of-patient-access-survey-2), revealing
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COSTA MESA, California, March 25 (TNSrep) -- Experian, an information services company, posted the following news release on March 24, 2026:
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Experian Health's 2026 State of Patient Access Survey reveals patient experience is improving, but big challenges remain for healthcare providers
Survey findings show financial friction and staffing issues remain significant barriers
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Experian Health today released its annual 2026 State of Patient Access Survey (https://www.experian.com/healthcare/resources-insights/thought-leadership/white-papers-insights/state-of-patient-access-survey-2), revealingthat while operational efficiencies and digital tools are driving measurable improvement, persistent staffing shortages and growing financial strain continue to impede patient access and overall experience. Nearly half of providers (46%) believe patient access is better than last year (up from 36% in 2025), while only 18 percent of patients believe it's better (up from 16% in 2025).
Access to care challenges
Authorizations, insurance verification and the cost of care are the top roadblocks to patient access:
* 36% of patients have had difficulty with authorizations for a procedure
* 28% of patients experienced care delays due to insurance verification issues
* 73% of providers say patients at least occasionally delay or forfeit care if they can not get an estimate
* 36% of providers say regulatory changes create access obstacles for patients
Staffing shortages remain a major barrier
Though technology is helping to improve operations, healthcare organizations continue to struggle with workforce capacity and training deficits, which directly affect patients' ability to receive care:
* 64% of providers say staffing shortages reduce patient access (up from 57% in 2025)
* 39% of providers report that insufficient staff training negatively impacts access
* Access to practitioners remains the top patient-reported challenge (27%), consistent for the fourth year
"Technology is helping close operational gaps in patient access, but the industry still must address financial and staffing pressures to truly streamline the patient journey," said Mindy Fortson, Chief Client Officer at Experian Health. "With growing opportunities for AI to ease front-office workloads and reduce claims denials, there's reason for optimism about overcoming some of these challenges."
Financial strain is worsening for patients
Adding to the mix, rising healthcare costs are creating significant friction for consumers and affecting providers' ability to support patients:
* 63% of patients say they would feel more confident if offered tailored payment plans
* 57% of providers say patients occasionally struggle to pay while 36% say patients often struggle to pay
* 32% of patients say paying for healthcare has worsened since last year
Among patients who say paying for healthcare has improved (14%) or stayed the same (54%) over the last 12 months, greater transparency around costs is a key reason why, particularly the ability to understand how much care will cost prior to receiving services (40%) and being able to submit registration information prior to the visit (25%) as top reasons.
Strategic focus areas for providers
As financial and operational pressures intensify, providers are prioritizing several urgent initiatives to improve access. Many of these revolve around processing data more efficiently with 44% saying implementing faster, more comprehensive insurance coverage review and delivering accurate estimates as top urgencies.
Additionally, to future-proof patient access and the revenue cycle, providers say automation (35%) and AI (28%) are non-negotiable to extend optimization in ways that were not previously possible.
The survey, conducted among more than 200 healthcare providers and 1,000 patients, explored sentiment on the non-clinical patient experience and how the chronic staffing shortage is impacting the revenue cycle. To download the full 2026 State of Patient Access report, click here.
Experian Health offers a variety of solutions to simplify healthcare and address the evolving needs of patients and providers including patient engagement solutions and AI-powered products, such as AI Advantage and Patient Access Curator, that reduce claim denials.
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About Experian Health
At Experian Health, we serve more than 60 percent of U.S. hospitals and more than 7,500 medical practices, labs, pharmacies and other healthcare providers with data-driven platforms and insights that help our clients make smarter business decisions, deliver a better bottom line and establish strong patient relationships.
Experian invests in talented people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and innovate. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 25,200 people across 33 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
For more information about Experian Health, visit http://www.experianhealth.com. Learn more about Experian at www.experianplc.com or visit our global content hub at our global news blog for the latest news and insights from the Group.
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Original text here: https://www.experianplc.com/newsroom/press-releases/2026/experian-health-s-2026-state-of-patient-access-survey-reveals-pa
[Category: BizFinancial Services]
Comcast Business Powers Record-Breaking 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship With City-Scale Network Deployment and Enables First-Ever RealTime4K Viewing Experience
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 25 -- Comcast, a cable television company, issued the following news release on March 24, 2026:
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Comcast Business Powers Record-Breaking 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship with City-Scale Network Deployment and Enables First-Ever RealTime4K Viewing Experience
Comcast's integrated network, broadcast, and viewing platforms powered one of the largest temporary connectivity deployments in professional golf
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Comcast Business today announced it powered the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship with one of the largest temporary network deployments in professional golf,
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PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 25 -- Comcast, a cable television company, issued the following news release on March 24, 2026:
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Comcast Business Powers Record-Breaking 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship with City-Scale Network Deployment and Enables First-Ever RealTime4K Viewing Experience
Comcast's integrated network, broadcast, and viewing platforms powered one of the largest temporary connectivity deployments in professional golf
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Comcast Business today announced it powered the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship with one of the largest temporary network deployments in professional golf,underpinning record-breaking attendance at TPC Sawgrass, delivering NBC Sports' most-watched PLAYERS broadcast in five years, and enabling the tournament's first-ever RealTime4K viewing experience for Xfinity customers.
The tournament drew more than 200,000 fans and set a record for ticket sales, underscoring the growing demand for seamless connectivity and immersive viewing experiences across both live events and in-home audiences.
To support the scale and complexity of the event, Comcast Business deployed a city-scale network across the 7,725-yard TPC Sawgrass course - anchored by more than 600 miles of fiber, hundreds of network access points, targeted WiFi 7 in high-density fan zones, and a dedicated broadcast transport backbone operating as a unified platform. This architecture provided engineers with real-time visibility and control across the venue, ensuring consistent performance for fans, tournament operations, broadcast production, and viewers at home.
For the first time in tournament history, Xfinity delivered THE PLAYERS Championship in RealTime4K - bringing fans closer to live play with ultra-low latency and enhanced visual clarity compared to traditional broadcast streams. Viewers also accessed Fan View and Create Your Own Multiview, giving them real-time control over how they watched the tournament. Launched early this year at Super Bowl LX, RealTime4K reflects Comcast's ongoing investment in redefining the live sports viewing experience.
Championship Moments Drive Real-Time Network Demand
The tournament's dramatic finish drove a sharp spike in network demand on top of already elevated, venue-wide usage.
During the closing stretch - including Cameron Young's decisive birdie on the 17th hole and finish on 18 - tens of thousands of fans across the course captured and shared video, photos, and reactions in real time, from grandstands to surrounding fan zones.
That moment extended far beyond the course. NBC Sports' final round coverage averaged 4.4 million viewers across NBC and Peacock - the largest audience for THE PLAYERS since 2021 - and peaked at 7.1 million viewers as the tournament reached its final moments.
Unlike sports defined by singular, synchronized moments, fan engagement at THE PLAYERS Championship is continuous and distributed across the venue - creating a consistently high baseline of network demand throughout the day, with additional spikes during key moments of play. Fans connected to enhanced WiFi networks consumed on average 50 percent more data per user and uploaded 57 percent more content per user compared to standard connections.
City-Scale Infrastructure Across a Complex Venue
Large, outdoor venues like TPC Sawgrass present connectivity challenges that differ from traditional stadium environments, requiring infrastructure that spans miles of terrain while supporting dense concentrations of fans in key locations.
Comcast Business deployed approximately 600 miles of fiber connecting broadcast compounds, ShotLink scoring systems, production trucks, and network distribution hubs across the course.
During tournament week, demand surged across the network, with nearly 58,000 connected devices - more than triple the prior year's total.
The deployment also included:
* 400+ wireless access points
* 110 enterprise network switches
* High-capacity fiber transport connecting critical operations across the venue
The Comcast Business network supported:
* Over 16,500 peak simultaneous WiFi users concentrated across high-density areas such as the 17th hole and 18th green
* Nearly 40 terabytes of overall WiFi traffic driven by real-time video sharing, streaming, and social engagement
Targeted WiFi 7 Powers High-Density Fan Zones
For the 2026 tournament, Comcast Business powered targeted WiFi 7 coverage utilizing 6 GHz spectrum in high-traffic areas including The Bowl at 17, the 18th tee grandstands, Sawgrass Square, The Grove, the Comcast Business Pavilion, and Patriots Outpost.
These high-density environments consistently delivered speeds exceeding 500 Mbps, with peak performance approaching 1 Gbps - even during the largest crowds - allowing fans to share and engage in real time.
Powering Advanced Broadcast Production for NBC Sports
Behind the scenes, Comcast Business delivered the dedicated fiber transport network connecting NBC Sports' broadcast infrastructure across the course, linking dozens of cameras, production compounds, graphics systems, and distribution networks.
That network backbone supported some of the most technically ambitious broadcast production in the tournament's history, including expanded aerial coverage and augmented reality experiences. Four drones were deployed across the course, including two equipped with the PGA TOUR's Emmy Award-winning Drone AR technology, capturing dynamic aerial perspectives with real-time data overlays.
These capabilities helped drive strong viewership throughout the week, including 3.1 million viewers for Saturday's third round - the most-watched since 2021 - along with continued momentum across early-round coverage on Golf Channel.
Unified Platform for Modern Sports Experiences
"THE PLAYERS is one of the most demanding events we support - a multi-day tournament spanning miles of outdoor terrain, with more than 200,000 fans generating real-time network demand alongside a live national broadcast," said Eileen Diskin, Chief Marketing Officer, Comcast Business.
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"What makes this deployment unique is that the same company powering on-course connectivity is also distributing the broadcast and delivering the in-home experience. That integration is what makes it possible to perform at this level."
- Eileen Diskin, Chief Marketing Officer, Comcast Business
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For Xfinity customers at home, that same integration carried into the living room. For the first time at the tournament, Xfinity delivered RealTime4K coverage alongside interactive features including Fan View and Create Your Own Multiview - giving fans more control over how they experienced the tournament in real time.
Supporting the World's Largest Events
Live sports are among the most demanding technology environments in the world, requiring infrastructure that performs flawlessly across operations, media production, and fan engagement simultaneously, with no margin for error.
Comcast has built its connectivity and media platforms to meet that standard, supporting events including Super Bowl LX, the NBA All-Star Game, and 2026 Winter Olympics.
THE PLAYERS Championship 2026 demonstrates what's possible when connectivity, broadcast, and viewing platforms operate as a single system - setting a new standard for how live sports are experienced.
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About Comcast
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
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Original text here: https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/comcast-business-record-breaking-2026-the-players-championship-city-scale-network-deployment-realtime4k-broadcast-reaches-fans
[Category: BizTelecommunications]
7-Eleven, Inc. Kicks Off a Major Chicken Takeover With Sandwiches, Wings and Big Deals
DALLAS, Texas, March 25 -- 7-Eleven, a convenience store chain, issued the following news release:
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7-Eleven, Inc. Kicks Off a Major Chicken Takeover with Sandwiches, Wings and Big Deals
Crispy sandwiches, flavor-packed wings and satisfying combos lead the latest menu deals
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7-Eleven, Inc., the world's largest convenience retailer, is declaring a chicken takeover and rolling out a lineup of crispy chicken sandwiches, saucy wings and handheld favorites made for big cravings. The lineup gives customers new ways to grab a hot, flavorful bite any time of day, now available at participating
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DALLAS, Texas, March 25 -- 7-Eleven, a convenience store chain, issued the following news release:
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7-Eleven, Inc. Kicks Off a Major Chicken Takeover with Sandwiches, Wings and Big Deals
Crispy sandwiches, flavor-packed wings and satisfying combos lead the latest menu deals
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7-Eleven, Inc., the world's largest convenience retailer, is declaring a chicken takeover and rolling out a lineup of crispy chicken sandwiches, saucy wings and handheld favorites made for big cravings. The lineup gives customers new ways to grab a hot, flavorful bite any time of day, now available at participating7-Eleven(R), Speedway(R) and Stripes(R) stores nationwide.
The chicken takeover presents a lineup of chicken favorites and value-packed deals, available exclusively for 7Rewards(R) and Speedy Rewards(R) members, including:
- $4 Chicken Sandwich -Bite into a juicy chicken breast fillet, marinated and seasoned to perfection. Coated in garlic and savory-spiced breading that delivers that golden crunch, resting in a soft toasted bun for a mouth-watering sandwich experience./* Hungry for more? Double up and grab two Chicken Sandwiches for $6./**
- $4 Chicken & Waffle Sandwich - Customers craving a sweet-and-savory combo can grab a fried chicken filet topped with Hot Honey butter, tucked between warm Belgian-style waffles made with pearl sugar for a handheld twist on the comfort-food classic./***
- $5 Meal Deal - Start the morning out strong with a filling breakfast combo featuring a warm breakfast sandwich, golden Waffle Tots and a Monster Energy drink to kick off the day./****
- BOGO Boneless Wings - Whether looking for a snack break or a late-night bite, customers can buy one boat of the new and improved, larger boneless wings with seasoned breading for an even crispier bite at $5 and get another for $3./***** Choose between plain, Hot Honey for sweetness with a kick of heat, or Buffalo for tangy, peppery spice in every bite.
Raise the Roost(R) restaurants are also joining the chicken lineup with two fan-favorite picks.
- 2 for $5 Crispy Wraps - Customers can get two Crispy Wraps for $5, featuring hand-breaded chicken tenders fried to a deep golden crunch, wrapped in a soft flour tortilla with crisp lettuce and shredded cheese./****** Each wrap is finished with a drizzle of Roost Signature, Honey Mustard, Ranch or Spicy Ranch sauce for an extra hit of creamy, tangy flavor.
- Spicy Ranch Deluxe Chicken Sandwich - For those wanting to dial up the spice, the sandwich stacks juicy chicken tenders on a buttery, toasted brioche-style bun with smoky bacon, melted pepper jack cheese and sliced jalapenos./******* A layer of spicy ranch ties it all together for a sandwich loaded with heat, richness and mouthwatering bites.
"At 7-Eleven, we're continuing to grow our fresh food lineup with new flavors, formats and great value for customers," said Brandon Brown, Senior Vice President of Fresh Foods at 7-Eleven, Inc. "From stacked chicken sandwiches to saucy wings and sweet-and-savory mashups, our chicken takeover brings together a lineup of bold flavors and satisfying deals that customers can enjoy any time of day."
In addition to the chicken lineup, the roller grill is heating things up with a brand-new item: the Johnsonville Dr Pepper Sausage. The savory, slow-rolling sausage combines the signature sweetness of Dr Pepper with a smoky, grilled sausage flavor, marking the first time a sausage has joined the roller grill lineup. Customers can try it as part of the two for $3.50 Mix & Match Roller Grill deal available at participating stores./********
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****** and *******/ Valid 3/4/26 through 4/28/2026. Available only at Raise The Roost(R) locations. Plus tax where applicable. Copyright (c) 2026 7-Eleven, Inc. All rights reserved.
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About 7-Eleven, Inc.
7-Eleven, Inc. is the premier name in the U.S. convenience-retailing industry. Based in Irving, Texas, 7-Eleven operates, franchises and/or licenses more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to 7-Eleven(R) stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. operates and franchises Speedway(R), Stripes(R), Laredo Taco Company(R) and Raise the Roost(R) Chicken and Biscuits locations. Known for its iconic brands such as Slurpee(R), Big Bite(R) and Big Gulp(R), 7-Eleven offers customers fresh, high-quality and convenient food options like sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings and mini beef tacos. 7-Eleven also offers customers industry-leading packaged products at an outstanding value with its 7-Select(TM) private brand. Customers can earn and redeem points on various items in stores nationwide through its 7Rewards(R) and Speedy Rewards(R) loyalty programs, which have more than 100 million members. Customers can also place an order in the 7NOW(R) delivery app with real-time tracking and delivery typically in about 30 minutes, depending on the market, driver availability, weather, traffic conditions, and other factors. Find out more online at www.7-eleven.com.
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Original text here: https://corp.7-eleven.com/corp-press-releases/7-eleven-inc-kicks-off-a-major-chicken-takeover-with-sandwiches-wings-and-big-deals
[Category: BizConsumer Services]
1GT Portfolio Investment Huel to Be Acquired by Danone
NEW YORK, March 25 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on march 24, 2026:
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1GT Portfolio Investment Huel to be Acquired by Danone
Morgan Stanley Investment Management announced today that Huel, one of the first investments made by the 1GT climate private equity strategy, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Danone, a world-leading food and beverage company.
Huel's range of plant-based drinks and meals has made it a global leader in sustainable nutrition in a variety of accessible options. Since 1GT's
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NEW YORK, March 25 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on march 24, 2026:
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1GT Portfolio Investment Huel to be Acquired by Danone
Morgan Stanley Investment Management announced today that Huel, one of the first investments made by the 1GT climate private equity strategy, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Danone, a world-leading food and beverage company.
Huel's range of plant-based drinks and meals has made it a global leader in sustainable nutrition in a variety of accessible options. Since 1GT'sinvestment in 2023, Huel has delivered substantial organic growth, including significant progress in its U.S. expansion and continued innovation across its product suite.
Vikram Raju, MSIM's Head of Climate Private Equity Investing and 1GT platform, commented: "1GT is proud to have played a role in Julian Hearn's compelling vision to revolutionize meals and address the carbon signature of the food ecosystem. We are also grateful for the partnership with CEO James McMaster, his team and Highland Capital as the company made tangible progress in tracking and quantifying its sustainability impact while broadening its appeal to a global customer base. This announcement represents a compelling example of 1GT's focus on backing businesses where strong commercial performance and positive carbon impact go hand in hand. We look forward to seeing Huel's continued success as part of the distinctive Danone platform."
In line with its Renew Danone strategy, the acquisition will enhance Danone's presence in functional nutrition and extend its portfolio into the fast-growing Complete Nutrition space. Huel's complementary range, spanning various food forms including ready-to-drink and powders, is supported by best-in-class digital execution, strong digital direct-to-consumer sales, and a fan-base in the UK, Europe and the United States.
The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
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About Huel
Huel is a global leader in complete, nutritionally balanced meals, offering a broad range of products including powders, ready to drink shakes, Hot & Savory meals, nutrition bars, supergreens and functional beverages. Built on a science driven formulation approach, all Huel products provide essential macronutrients and micronutrients in convenient, plant based formats. With a predominantly direct to consumer model and best in class digital capabilities, Huel has developed a highly engaged community and strong brand advocacy. Its portfolio is designed to deliver sustainable, accessible nutrition that supports modern, active lifestyles.
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About Danone
Danone is a leading global food and beverage company operating in three health-focused, fast-growing and on-trend Categories: Essential Dairy & Plant-Based products, Waters and Specialized Nutrition. With a long-standing mission of bringing health through food to as many people as possible, Danone aims to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices while committing to achieve measurable nutritional, social, societal and environmental impact. Danone has defined its Renew strategy to restore growth, competitiveness, and value creation for the long-term. With c.90,000 employees, and products sold in over 120 markets, Danone generated Euros27.3 billion in sales in 2025. Danone's portfolio includes leading international brands (Actimel, Activia, Alpro, Aptamil, Danette, Danio, Danonino, evian, Nutricia, Nutrilon, Volvic, among others) as well as strong local and regional brands (including AQUA, Bledina, Bonafont, Cow & Gate, Mizone, Oikos and Silk). Listed on Euronext Paris and present on the OTCQX platform via an ADR (American Depositary Receipt) program, Danone is a component stock of leading sustainability indexes including the ones managed by Moody's and Sustainalytics, as well as MSCI ESG Indexes, FTSE4Good Index Series, Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, and Access to Nutrition Index. Danone achieved B CorpTM certification at global level in 2025.
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About Morgan Stanley Climate Private Equity
Morgan Stanley Climate Private Equity manages 1GT, a strategy that invests in growth companies delivering innovative climate solutions that meaningfully decarbonize the global economy. The strategy is focused on scaling opportunities in the Power, Mobility, Food & Agriculture, and Circularity themes across North America and Europe, with an emphasis on driving significant organic growth by leveraging the global breadth of Morgan Stanley capabilities. For further information, please visit https:/www.morganstanley.com/im/1gt
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About Morgan Stanley Investment Management
Morgan Stanley Investment Management, together with its investment advisory affiliates, has more than 1,400 investment professionals around the world and $1.9 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of December 31, 2025. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide strong long-term investment performance, outstanding service, and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide. For further information about Morgan Stanley Investment Management, please visit https://www.morganstanley.com/im
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'Straight to Hell' Main Trailer Begins to Unmask Japan's Most Infamous Fortuneteller
LOS GATOS, California, March 25 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news:
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'Straight to Hell' Main Trailer Begins to Unmask Japan's Most Infamous Fortuneteller
"You are going straight to hell."
The chilling line comes from fortuneteller Kazuko Hosoki, played by Erika Toda, in the newly unveiled main trailer of the upcoming Netflix series Straight to Hell. As Hosoki dominates Japan's TV screens and grips the nation with her brutal predictions, writer Minori Uozumi (Sairi Ito) watches in fascination -- and makes a bold declaration: she'll take the life Hosoki has led so
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LOS GATOS, California, March 25 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news:
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'Straight to Hell' Main Trailer Begins to Unmask Japan's Most Infamous Fortuneteller
"You are going straight to hell."
The chilling line comes from fortuneteller Kazuko Hosoki, played by Erika Toda, in the newly unveiled main trailer of the upcoming Netflix series Straight to Hell. As Hosoki dominates Japan's TV screens and grips the nation with her brutal predictions, writer Minori Uozumi (Sairi Ito) watches in fascination -- and makes a bold declaration: she'll take the life Hosoki has led sofar and turn it into a book.
With that, the story begins to unravel how this extraordinary figure known as "Kazuko Hosoki" was created, and the brutal reality of the life she led. The main trailer also offers a closer look at Toma Ikuta as Masaya Hotta, one of the men who toy with Hosoki's destiny, and Toko Miura as legendary Showa-era singer Chiyoko Shimakura.
Having lost everything in the war, a young Hosoki survives a harrowing childhood marked by extreme hunger, forced to eat even earthworms just to stay alive. From there, she claws her way up as a Ginza hostess and, while still young, rises to rule the nightlife as a "queen." Then comes another low point in her life, where she loses everything and falls to her rock bottom -- before launching a ferocious ascent to the very top, using men and women alike, lies and desire, anything and everything as her tools.
Hosoki's life can feel dangerously seductive: at times overwhelmingly alluring, at others, like a slow, irresistible pull that corrodes everyone around her. Minori is one of those drawn in. Commissioned to ghostwrite Hosoki's autobiographical novel, she begins spending her days interviewing Hosoki face-to-face. Under the spell of Hosoki's hypnotic storytelling and razor-sharp insight that seems to see right through people's hearts, Minori finds herself pulled deeper into her world.
But one day, something shifts. Minori begins to question everything she had believed up to that point. When she finally confronts "Kazuko Hosoki", the polished persona and the buried truths that build this woman's life are at last laid bare.
A fortuneteller who seized people's hearts, enjoyed unrivaled popularity, and amassed staggering wealth -- Kazuko Hosoki's life was painted in jet black. Now, Straight to Hell drags that hidden past into the light.
Straight to Hell premieres April 27, only on Netflix.
Production Information
Cast: Erika Toda
Sairi Ito / Toko Miura / Eita Okuno / Kentaro Tamura / Ayumu Nakajima
Gaku Hosokawa / Yoshihiko Hosoda / Erika Shumoto / Miho Kanazawa /
Show Kasamatsu / Tasuku Nagaoka / Yuko Nakamura / Miwako Ichikawa / Kazuya Takahashi / Tetta Sugimoto / Kimiko Yo / Renji Ishibashi / Yasuko Tomita / Toma Ikuta
Directors: Tomoyuki Takimoto, Norichika Oba
Director of Photography: Taro Kawazu
Production Designer: Mitsuo Harada
Art Director: Genki Horime
Sound Recordist: Yasuo Takano, Noriyuki Shimada
Set Decorator: Junichi Ishigami
Edited by: Nobuyuki Takahashi, Masaya Okazaki, Hitomi Nozawa
Music by: Hibiki Inamoto
VFX Supervisor: Yoshinori Makino
Producers: Tatsuya Banno, Tomoo Fukatsu
Line Producer: Koji Harada
Production Companies: Django Film, Corp.
Produced by: Netflix
https://www.netflix.com/straighttohell
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