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It is the latest stage of Burger King's bid to revamp outlets and cut costs - after California franchisees admit replacing staff with tech to avoid wage hikes. The fast food chain said on Tuesday it is investing $300 million to add self-order kiosks and refubish 1,100 restaurants - meaning more than 6,000 outlets will have them. It is the latest stage of the fast food chain's bid to revamp outlets and cut costs - with kiosks potentially leading to fewer staff and lower wage expenses. The announcement on Tuesday came as Burger King reported higher-than-expected US sales in the first three months of the year - suggesting that initial efforts to modernize are paying off. 

SHANE MCGRATH AT THE RDS: On Saturday night, a power-packed second half saved Leinster's blushes as they shook off the tough fight of Sale. The visitors made 12 changes from the team that beat Stade Francais in their first Champions Cup game last weekend, and there was a hope that a full-strength Leinster would make short work of Alex Sanderson's team. But it was Leo Cullen, who was certainly the more concerned coach at the time, as Sale used Leinster's sluggishness to lead by two.

As of today, Burger King customers will enjoy a Whopper burger based on the forthcoming 'Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse' film. Except for the fact that it's sandwiched between a red bun spotted with black sesame seeds, the new Whopper is not dissimilar from the one fans are used to hearing. Starting from May 15 to June 21, it will be available in participating restaurants around the United States. Last week, it was revealed that a number of Burger King's franchisees, which own hundreds of restaurants, had fallen on hard times.

Burger King has unveiled a Spider Man-themed Whopper burger to coincide with the announcement of the forthcoming 'Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse' film. The latest Whopper is not dissimilar to the one that fans have come to expect, except that it's sandwiched between a red bun spotted with black sesame seeds. It will be available at participating restaurants around the country from May 15 to June 21. Last week, it was revealed that a number of Burger King's franchisees, which own hundreds of restaurants, have been hit by tough times.

Analysts warn Burger King is facing a 'death spiral' as a result of franchisee bankruptcies. The chain has suffered after launching a string of dodgy gimmicks, including the 2018 Halloween burger The Nightmare King (left) and a bad pandemic. It lost its spot as America's No. 2 burger chain to Wendy's in 2020. Following a $400 million makeover last year, US boss Tom Curtis (top right) believes the tide is turning.

According to reports, a Burger King franchise with more than 100 locations around six states has closed down facilities across six states. Meridian Restaurants Unlimited filed for bankruptcy in March, struggling with rising food costs and poor sales. The company had been closed 27 stores in Minnesota, Utah, Montana, Kansas, Nebraska, and North Dakota, according to court filings.