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What's in a name? Rebranded McDonald's outlets open in Russia

13 Sept 12:44 Key points summarised by AI

McDonald's restaurants in Russia have reopened under new Russian ownership and the name "Vkusno & tochka" ("Tasty and that's it"), featuring a new logo resembling an 'M' made of two fries and a burger.
The rebranded chain plans to reopen all 850 former McDonald's locations by the end of summer, maintaining the old interiors while removing previous branding. The menu is smaller, omits signature items like the Big Mac, and offers slightly lower prices.
Siberian businessman Alexander Govor has acquired the franchise at a "symbolic" price, committing to invest up to 7 billion roubles ($126 million) this year and retaining the tens of thousands of employees.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.