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Iran–U.S. Negotiations & Shipping Disruptions: What It Means for Your Wallet

  🔴 Breaking — This Morning President Trump posted on social media Saturday that a peace deal with Iran is "largely negotiated" and will be announced shortly. The Washington Post reports (May 25, 2026) that the U.S. and Iran are actively working toward a framework deal that would extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices have already reacted — Brent crude fell more than 5% to around $98 a barrel on the news. After nearly three months of conflict, spiralling energy prices, and stalled talks, there is cautious optimism today that a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran could be imminent. But what exactly is being negotiated — and what does it actually mean for Canadians and consumers at the gas pump, the grocery store, and beyond? Here is everything you need to know, updated with today's latest developments. $4.51 U.S. avg. gas price/gallon — up 51% since the war began -5.2% Brent crude drop today on deal optimism (to ~$98/barre...
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Pokémon Promo Turns McDonald’s Japan into a Food Waste Hotspot

 

A McDonald's Happy Meal deal with Pokémon cards was supposed to run from August 9 to 11, 2025.

McDonald’s Japan’s latest Pokémon Happy Meal campaign has sparked unexpected controversy after reports surfaced of customers purchasing set meals just to collect the exclusive toy — then discarding the food.

The limited-edition Pokémon figures, designed to coincide with a major game release, drew massive crowds of fans and resellers eager to “catch” the entire series. Social media posts revealed trays of untouched fries, burgers, and drinks left behind in restaurants or trashed outside, igniting a heated debate about consumer responsibility and corporate promotion ethics.

Critics blasted the waste as a “shameful side effect of marketing gimmicks,” while others argued the blame lies with individuals exploiting the promotion rather than enjoying the meal. Environmental advocates have urged McDonald’s to explore toy-only purchase options to reduce unnecessary food waste in future campaigns.

As the story gains traction online, the incident has become a cautionary tale in balancing fandom enthusiasm with sustainability.


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