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Olive Garden and its parent company Darden Restaurants reported higher-than-expected quarterly sales, with Olive Garden's same-store sales rising nearly seven percent and LongHorn Steakhouse showing similar growth. Darden attributed this performance to keeping price increases below inflation, attracting budget-conscious consumers. Industry data showed overall declines in quick-service restaurant traffic and increased at-home dining, with consumers planning to spend less at restaurants. Darden forecasted continued sales growth for the next fiscal year and noted that a partnership with Uber Direct contributed to Olive Garden's sales.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

New data shows that 40 percent of corporation tax owed by UK small businesses remains unpaid, resulting in an estimated 15 billion pounds in lost annual revenue. The small business tax gap increased during the pandemic and has not improved, while other tax gaps have narrowed. Contributing factors include complex regulations, limited resources, and economic uncertainty. Authorities are advised to address the issue through improved education, digital tools, streamlined reporting, and targeted support for small businesses.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Businesses are adopting digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and automation to drive growth and efficiency. Leaders are encouraging experimentation and learning from failure to foster creativity and agility. Companies are strengthening risk management, diversifying supply chains, and prioritizing employee well-being to build resilience. Diversity and inclusion initiatives are linked to higher profitability, and sustainability is becoming central to business strategy as consumers and investors demand responsible practices.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Warner Bros Discovery will separate into two publicly traded companies, with Global Networks managing cable TV networks like CNN, Discovery, and TNT Sports, and Streaming and Studios overseeing Warner Bros Television, Warner Bros Motion Picture Group, DC Studios, HBO, and HBO Max. Gunnar Wiedenfels will lead Global Networks as president and CEO, while David Zaslav will remain CEO of Streaming and Studios. Global Networks will retain up to a 20 percent stake in the streaming business. The company aims to give each business independent management and strategy following challenges since the 2022 WarnerMedia and Discovery merger.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

XRobotics, a San Francisco-based startup, developed the xPizza Cube, a countertop robot that uses machine learning to automate repetitive pizza-making tasks such as applying sauce, cheese, and pepperoni. The machine, which can produce up to 100 pizzas per hour and is leased for $1,300 per month, is designed to assist staff rather than replace them. After adjusting its product to be smaller and more practical, XRobotics now serves both independent pizzerias and large chains, producing approximately 25,000 pizzas monthly. The company recently raised $2.5 million in seed funding to expand production and plans to enter markets in Mexico and Canada.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Lindsey Vonn has joined the advisory board of Athena Capital, a female-led venture capital and private equity firm founded by Isabelle Freidheim, while preparing for a return to competitive skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy. Vonn, who has experience as an investor and entrepreneur, is balancing her board responsibilities with her training after recovering from a partial knee replacement. Athena Capital is assembling a diverse advisory board and plans to announce additional members in the future.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

The BFI Film on Film Festival in London will screen rare nitrate film prints, including the oldest ever shown in the UK and a 1977 release print of Star Wars, using strict safety protocols due to nitrate film’s flammability. The BFI’s archive team selects, inspects, and prepares each print through a multi-stage process involving cold storage, gradual acclimatization, and technical assessment. Specialized fire suppression systems and trained projectionists ensure safe public screenings. The event highlights the preservation and presentation of analog film technology alongside digital advancements.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Apple will introduce updates to its Phone, Safari, and Camera apps, including a new scrollable view in the Phone app, a transparent address bar in Safari, and a simplified Camera interface. Users will have the option to switch between new and old layouts. Additional features include polls and background images in Messages, PDF annotation in Preview for iOS and iPadOS, and a dedicated Games app. App icon shapes will remain largely unchanged. AI-powered live translation for calls and texts may be added, with a broader Siri update expected at a future event.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/

Entrepreneurs and business leaders are adopting power naps lasting 10 to 30 minutes to improve alertness, memory, and mood without causing grogginess. Experts recommend scheduling naps in the early afternoon, creating quiet environments, and setting alarms to maximize benefits. Research indicates short naps can enhance problem-solving, creativity, and stress management, but they should supplement, not replace, seven to nine hours of nightly sleep. Companies are increasingly providing nap spaces as attitudes shift to recognize rest as a productivity tool.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/