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Weekly Global Wrap: Singles embrace fast food dates; Steak n' Shake bans microwaves; Pizza Hut Korea sold to private equity

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.

New survey reveals that 7 in 10 would be open to having their first date at a fast-food restaurant. More from Datingnews.com.

Steak n' Shake to ban microwaves from restaurants to improve food quality. More from Fox News.

Pizza Hut Korea sold for $7.6m (K₩11b) to a domestic private equity fund. More from ChosunBiz.

McDonald's US minimum wage could see pay rise from $15 to $20 in 2026. More from the US Sun.

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