A landmark $116 million tax evasion case involving a massive Texas nail salon network marks a major shift in federal enforcement. Rather than relying on traditional, slow-moving internal audits, the IRS and DOJ are leveraging the digital payments ecosystem—forcing platforms like Square, Stripe, and specialized merchant services—to act as frontline informants. For the beauty and luxury service sectors, the era of "off-the-books" cash flow is effectively over. From the Backroom

Tapping into football nostalgia, McDonald’s is celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup by releasing a limited-edition capsule of collectible cups fronted by legendary icons like David Beckham and Ronaldinho. McDonald’s McDonald’s is officially preparing for the worldwide event with the introduction of the new FIFA World Cup 26 Meal and Happy Meal. The fast-food behemoth invites fans globally to partake in a limited-time experience featuring exclusive memorabilia, customized packa

In a major nod to regional food culture, Springfield lawmakers have crowned the Italian Beef as Illinois' official state sandwich, dropping a formal thank-you note to FX's The Bear just before the legendary show wraps its final season. FX The Illinois General Assembly has formally designated the Italian beef sandwich as the official state sandwich of Illinois, and it wishes to inform The Bear of its involvement in this decision. On May 20, the state senate formally acknowled

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has co-created a unique 16-year-old blend with Chivas Regal, having personally overseen every stage of production from cask selection in Scotland to the final bottling. Chivas Regal Chivas Regal is officially broadening its presence in sports and culture with the introduction of a new limited-edition release, collaboratively developed with F1 champion Charles Leclerc. Announced in Miami before to the Grand Prix, the release signifies the inaugur

The iconic fruit soda brand has unveiled a bold visual identity alongside a global marketing initiative designed to appeal to a younger, more energetic consumer base. Mirinda® Mirinda®, the fruit-flavored soda brand owned by PepsiCo, has unveiled a new rebranding initiative, introducing a refreshed design for its cans and bottles. The recent redesign of this staple beverage, found in local shops, supermarkets, and restaurants, seeks to maintain its familiar appearance, which

Merging K-culture with global tastes, BTS's new ARIH venture brings an experimental menu of Modern Noodle ramen and Dual Biotic sodas to the masses via an exclusive Walmart rollout. Todd Owyoung/ Nbc Via Getty Images BTS is entering the consumer grocery sector with the introduction of ARIH, a novel Western-Korean fusion food and beverage brand. In collaboration with esteemed Korean food producers Paldo, the initiative seeks to convey the authentic essence of Korea to the worl

Metabolic health specialist Kim Pearson shares her professional perspective on the rise of weight loss injections, offering a science-based look at how these treatments fit into a modern weight management plan. Photo credit: kimpearson.com GLP-1 medicines such as Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Ozempic have surged in popularity in recent years. They have undeniably exerted the biggest disruptive influence I have observed in my two decades of experience in the weight loss industry. If y

Drawn from high-proof barrelhouses, the limited Tennessee rye release features five distinct batches with exceptionally elevated proof levels. Jack Daniel Jack Daniel’s has introduced the limited-market Jack Daniel’s Special Release Small Batch Rye whisky, a high-proof selection derived from the distillery’s most rigorous ageing conditions. The discharge comprises five separate batches sourced from the Coy Hill, Boiler Hill, and Fire Brigade Fields barrelhouses. Bottled at ba