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Starbucks opens first sign language store in Japan

It is the fifth one for the coffee giant globally.

Kopitiam, Food Junction food courts to test table-top separators

The pilot is done in a bid to create a safe dining environment.

Starbucks opens second community store in South Korea

The neighborhood surrounding the store is home to startup and social venture companies.

Deliveroo expands free online courses for riders' families

The initiative now allows them to access 700 free online courses on OpenClassrooms.

Yum China reopening stores as it sees “early signs of recovery”

Almost all stores that remained open since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak experienced “significant” declines in sales.

McDonald's Philippines announces COVID-19 response fund

A special package will be given to staff working in selected stores that remain open during the quarantine.

Jollibee creates emergency fund for employees amidst COVID-19 quarantine

The package has coverage for senior citizens under its employment programme with local government units.

Domino's, Pizza Hut introduce no-contact delivery in Japan amidst COVID-19 fears

A notable share of brands have pivoted towards contactless delivery due to the outbreak.

Yum China makes donation to Wuhan hospital workers

The QSR company also launched an upgraded range of corporate catering solutions.

Starbucks Japan to eliminate single-use plastic straws in 2020

This will be replaced with paper straws bearing positive messages about sustainability.

McDonald's Philippines inks new agreement to hire more seniors, persons with disabilities

The fast food chain has been pushing to get more staff from the two sectors.

Deliveroo furthers commitment to plastic waste reduction

The delivery platform has also introduced the plant-based Impossible Burger, now available from over 100 outlets in the country.

Deliveroo expands ‘Meals-On-Wheels' initiative for the elderly

Customers can now get a SG$5 meal option from three additional restaurants.