Coffee in a hurry: CC’s Coffee House is opening its first drive-thru-only location at 319 W. Highway 30 in Gonzales on Aug. 8, offering a faster way for customers to enjoy coffee, breakfast and other menu favorites. The new store, located just off Interstate 10, will have a grand opening celebration Aug. 10-13 featuring daily giveaways.
Harm to kids: A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay more than $900 million, including a $567 million abatement fund and $375 million in civil penalties, after a jury found the company violated state consumer protection laws by failing to protect young users. The ruling also requires Meta to implement new child safety measures, including limiting minors’ time on Facebook and Instagram, hiding like counts by default and disclosing platform risks to users in the state. Meta said it will appeal the decision, while the case is expected to influence similar lawsuits against the company nationwide. The Wall Street Journal has the full story.
Luxury paywall: Delta and United have introduced lower-priced “basic business class” fares that remove perks like advance seat selection, lounge access and flexible flight changes, creating challenges for corporate travel managers. Many companies may avoid these fares because business trips often require flexibility, and restrictive tickets could lead to higher costs when plans change. While the cheaper options may appeal to cost-conscious travelers, airlines are using them to encourage customers to pay more for premium benefits, similar to the evolution of basic economy. CNBC has the full story.
