1. TRAVEL: REAL ID goes live
After years of delays and deadline extensions, the REAL ID requirement officially took effect on May 7. Travelers flying within the United States will now need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an approved alternative – like a passport – to pass through airport security.
Confused about what counts? Wondering what happens if you don’t have one? You’re not alone.
Meanwhile, passengers without a REAL ID or passport at Indianapolis International Airport were pulled aside and then underwent the same additional screening that TSA uses regularly on a randomized basis. These travelers were then allowed to their gate if they passed. – USA TODAY
2. MADE IN THE USA? Mercedes-Benz expands Alabama production
Mercedes-plans to begin producing a new vehicle at its Tuscaloosa, Alabama, plant in 2027, the company said May 1, the latest in a series of investments carmakers have announced following U.S. tariffs.
The German automaker didn’t disclose which vehicle it would add to its Tuscaloosa plant, only saying it would be a “core vehicle segment” that would “deepen its commitment to the U.S.” Trump’s 25% levies on automotive imports have rocked the global automotive industry, although this week he offered a reprieve on some elements of the tariffs. – USA TODAY
3. WHOOPER OF A LAWSUIT: Did Burger King misled customers?
Burger King must face a lawsuit claiming it misleads customers with advertisements that make its Whopper and other products appear larger than they are.
In a decision on May 5, U.S. District Judge Roy Altman in Miami found it plausible that “some” reasonable consumers in the proposed class action could be deceived by Burger King’s ads.
Nineteen customers from 13 states accused Burger King of materially overstating the size of nearly all menu items in its in-store and online ads.
They cited its alleged portrayal of burgers that “overflow” the buns, with the Whopper appearing 35% larger than the actual burger and containing more than double the meat.
Burger King acknowledged that its photographers “styled sandwiches more beautifully” than workers do in restaurants, but said reasonable consumers know the point of menu board photos is to make items appear as appetizing
Burger King acknowledged that its photographers “styled sandwiches more beautifully” than workers do in restaurants. – Jonathan Stempel/REUTERS
This article originally appeared on Marco Eagle: 3 To Know: REAL ID goes live; Mercedes in the USA; a Whopper of a lawsuit
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