With fast food restaurants coming out with new menu items left and right, there has to be something really exciting to pique our editors’ interest. And, even though Taco Bell is one of those fast food chains that has a new product nearly every week, the Tex-Mex restaurant never disappoints.

The Taco Bell Item We’ve Waited All Year for Is Finally Coming to Menus

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Competition between the fast food chains is heating up, with Arby's, McDonald's, and Taco Bell all vying for customers' attention with new items and returning favorites. Here are the menu items that are worth the stomach space.

Arby’s, McDonald’s, and Taco Bell All Have New Menu Items Worth Treating Yourself To

If you’ve visited a drive-thru recently and noticed things seem a little different, you’re not alone. Restaurants have begun testing forms of artificial intelligence (AI) in food service in an attempt to simplify the ordering process for workers and create a smoother experience for guests. While you might expect tasks such as phone call routing to become automated, some restaurants are taking it a step (or two) further.

Taco Bell Just Announced a Major Drive-Thru Change

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Taco Bell announced Wednesday it would be expanding its use of AI to hundreds of drive-thru locations by the end of the year.

Taco Bell to use AI at more drive-thrus: What does that mean?

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Remember those hilarious videos of AI drive-thru fails at McDonald’s? Well, Taco Bell is saying “hold my Baja Blast” and diving headfirst into the world of AI-powered ordering. By the end of this year, hundreds of Taco Bell locations across the US will be equipped with AI voice technology in their drive-thrus. That’s right, your […]
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Taco Bell is Bringing AI Ordering to Its Drive-Thrus

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"Yo quiero Taco Bell" wasn't just a Taco Bell commercial slogan, it was a cultural moment. But whatever happened to that controversial chihuahua?

Whatever Happened To The Taco Bell Dog & Why Was She So Controversial?

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In honor of Baja Blast's 20th "Bajaversary," Taco Bell is releasing a themed Stanley tumbler and Baja Blast-flavored gelato for Taco Bell Rewards members.

Taco Bell Celebrates Its Iconic Baja Blast With Gelato And Free Stanleys

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chick-fil-A is a favorite among many fast food eaters for good reason. Who doesn't enjoy a juicy chicken sandwich or those delightful tenders that remind us of childhood? Plus, the chain is always adding something new to the menu to keep us interested. But that doesn't mean this chicken chain...

Chick-fil-A Was Just Dethroned as America’s Fast Food Favorite

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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I see many boneless wings in your future.

The All You Can Eat Special Is Back at Applebee's — Here's What's Included

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The California-based fast food chain serves hot dogs, burgers and fries, but none of the dish for which it's named.

Why a popular fast food chain doesn’t serve the item it’s named for

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Yum! Brands, which operates Taco Bell, said it was rolling out Voice AI to hundreds of restaurants by the end of the year.

Your next Taco Bell drive-thru order might be taken by AI

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Podcast host Joe Rogan predicted Vice President Harris will win the presidency in 2024 because how much of a hold the anti-Trump media narrative has on people.

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

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For nearly 70 years, McDonald’s has been the place for an affordable, quick, and predictable meal. However, since 2019, McDonald’s prices have risen drastically, and in many places, it now charges fast-casual prices for fast food, even though the quality is the same. What gives?Over the past five years, the prices of McDonald’s most popular items have risen an average of 141%.The Food Theorists, a YouTube page with over 5.4 million subscribers that debunks fast food myths and tells the stories behind your favorite food brands and mascots, explains the hefty price hikes in a 9-minute video.

$10.19 Big Mac? Fast food myth-busters explain why McDonald's is so expensive now.

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Taco Bell is expanding its use of voice AI technology to include hundreds of the Mexican-themed chain's drive-thru locations by the end of the year, parent company Yum Brands said on Wednesday. Already in use at roughly 100 Taco Bell eateries in 13 states, the company's rollout plans come after testing the technology for about two years. Benefits include improved order accuracy, cutting wait times and "providing a consistent, friendly experience," according to the company, which operates 7,400 stores across the U.S. "With over two years of fine-tuning and testing the drive-thru voice AI technology, we're confident in its effectiveness in optimizing...

Taco Bell expands use of AI to hundreds of drive-thru locations

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When approaching an intersection as the traffic light turns yellow, drivers face the decision to either stop or proceed through the intersection. While stopping is the safer option to avoid potential crashes, many drivers may choose to proceed to reach their destinations faster. Here’s what you need to know about the legality of running a yellow light in North Carolina.

Here's Why Taco Bell's Doubling Down on AI Drive-Thrus, Even as McDonald's Backs Out

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