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How Pepsi fell behind in the cola wars—and then lost KFC
PepsiCo secures a long-term partnership with Taco Bell as it loses the fountain drink contract for KFC to Coca-Cola.
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Taco Bell, PepsiCo extend partnership through 2036, keeping Mountain Dew Baja Blast on menu
Taco Bell and PepsiCo extend their beverage partnership through 2036, securing the future of Mountain Dew Baja Blast.
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It's National Taco Day 2026. Here's where to get deals, free tacos
Major food chains and local outlets are offering free tacos and discounts to celebrate National Taco Day on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
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From Wyoming, With Love: The 50k Ultramarathon That Made Me Barf On Denver
The viral Taco Bell 50K Ultramarathon returns to Denver with adjusted rules after too many participants survived the previous year.
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A national lettuce 'affliction' and cyclosporiasis linked to Taco Bell have sparked a debate over food safety and the future of the leafy green.
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Taco Bell Has 3 New Menu Items for a Limited Time—and We Tried Them First
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Less than 2.5% of Taylor Farms’ recalled lettuce went to Taco Bells
Recent data indicates that Taco Bell received a small fraction of the lettuce currently being recalled by Taylor Farms.
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Taco Bell Reportedly Learned Of Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Weeks Before Telling Customers
Taco Bell faces scrutiny after reports emerge that the company knew of a parasite contamination weeks before notifying the public.
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John Oliver Exposes Trump’s Embarrassing Taco Bell Problem Amid Ongoing Cyclospora Parasite Outbreak
John Oliver targets the CDC and Donald Trump amid a public health crisis involving a Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to Taco Bell.
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John Oliver Says Taco Bell Has the Moral High Ground Over Trump Administration Amid “Explosive Diarrhea” Parasite Crisis
Comedian John Oliver critiques the Trump administration's handling of a Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to Taco Bell.
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Taco Bell hopes to win back fans with $1 Mexican pizza and lettuce-free deals amid cyclospora source rumors
Taco Bell introduces $1 Mexican pizzas and lettuce-free options to regain customer loyalty amid rumors concerning cyclospora sources.
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Taco Bell Has 'Magic Formula' for Bouncing Back
Taco Bell outlines its approach to recovering from Cyclospora, pointing to a strategic formula for a swift turnaround.
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Taco Bell offering another $1 lettuce-free item. See new promotion
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Taco Bell’s rumored cyclospora outbreak is quietly becoming a financial crisis for hourly workers
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KCCI Investigates: Iowa Cyclospora cases likely may be part of national outbreak
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Taylor Farms Called White House to Try to Delay Cyclospora Recall
Taylor Farms sought White House intervention to delay a cyclospora lettuce recall, sparking intense media coverage and public reactions.
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Confusing product recall adds to US cyclospora outbreak uncertainty
A confusing product recall deepens uncertainty surrounding a growing US cyclospora outbreak as major food suppliers halt production.
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CDC expands largest known U.S. cyclospora outbreak to 9 states
A cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak tied to Taco Bell and Taylor Farms expands across nine states.
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RI restaurant hurting amid cyclospora outbreak
A new cyclosporiasis outbreak with 72 cases is impacting food businesses, including a Rhode Island restaurant and national chains like Taco Bell.
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US FDA says it is investigating another cyclosporiasis outbreak
The US FDA is investigating a new outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite-driven illness causing widespread consumer avoidance of salads.
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Taco Bell sells $1 lettuce-free enchiritos to quell diarrhea parasite backlash
Taco Bell deploys a $1 lettuce-free enchirito promotion to win back customers following a cyclospora parasite outbreak.
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How to tell if your lettuce is safe to eat during cyclospora outbreak
A widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce is disrupting restaurant traffic and impacting fast-food stocks.
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FDA still focused on Taylor Farms lettuce as Cyclospora source despite retracted test
The FDA continues to link Taylor Farms lettuce to a cyclosporiasis outbreak despite evolving investigative details.
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Douglas County officials report 'rapid' Cyclospora surge as Taco Bell emerges as top exposure
Health departments report a rapid surge of Cyclospora cases nationally as Taco Bell emerges as a top exposure.
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Douglas County officials: 'Rapid' Cyclospora surge reported, Taco Bell emerges as top exposure
Health officials report a rapid surge in Cyclospora cases as investigations focus on iceberg lettuce and its supply chain.
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FDA retracts test result but still links Taylor Farms lettuce to cyclosporiasis
Federal health officials maintain their focus on Taylor Farms lettuce despite retracting a previous test result in an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak.
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Explosive diarrhea outbreak: Lettuce tests positive for cyclospora, FDA says
Federal health officials retract a cyclospora contamination finding in a major lettuce recall as litigation against a fast-food chain begins.
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Just 23 Jokes About The Parasite Outbreak That Will Give You Explosive Laughter
Internet humor surges around a parasite outbreak involving Cyclospora, lettuce, and Taco Bell memes.
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Lettuce Grower Taylor Farms to Pull Parasite-Linked Products
Taylor Farms is pulling Mexico-grown lettuce products following reports of a Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to Taco Bell.
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Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce amid cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce across 27 states following a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Mexican produce.
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Iceberg lettuce sold at Taco Bell linked to cyclospora outbreak
A multistate cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce sold at Taco Bell has spread to 34 states and thousands of reported cases.
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Lettuce supplier is potential source of cyclosporiasis outbreak, investigators say
FDA and health investigators link a cyclosporiasis parasitic outbreak to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell locations.
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Taco Bell opportunity overshadowed by cyclospora diarrhea scare
Taco Bell faces an unexpected setback as a cyclospora diarrhea scare overshadows a business opportunity.
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Taco Bell pulls ingredients. Chipotle monitors cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taco Bell pulls ingredients as a cyclospora diarrhea outbreak draws scrutiny to fast‑food safety narratives
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Taco Bell has pulled some menu ingredients in select locations to prevent possible cyclospora exposure
Taco Bell removes select menu ingredients at certain locations following a cyclosporiasis outbreak investigation.
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Several Taco Bells stop serving lettuce as cyclosporiasis cases rise
Taco Bell locations are removing fresh ingredients including lettuce as health officials investigate a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US.
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Authorities investigate Taco Bell and lettuce in multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak
Health authorities have linked a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak to lettuce supplied to Taco Bell by Taylor Farms.
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'Explosive diarrhea' parasite prompts some restaurants to change the menu
Taco Bell is updating menus and pulling ingredients as authorities investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak.
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Taco Bell Is No Longer Selling These 5 Menu Items After Parasite Outbreak Causes ‘Explosive Diarrhea’
Taco Bell removes five specific menu items following a parasite outbreak linked to severe gastrointestinal illness.
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Taco Bell locations pull ingredients off menu as ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases surge
Taco Bell is removing specific produce items from menus at select locations following an investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak.
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Struggling Pizza Hut restaurant chain to be sold in two deals worth $2.7bn
Pizza Hut's $2.7 billion sale signals Yum Brands’ pivot toward its faster‑growing Taco Bell and KFC brands.