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McDonald's just tweaked the Big Mac. Coming out with a Mac Jr

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McDonald's Big Mac is getting even bigger. And smaller.

For those who think the Big Mac is a bit too big, McDonald's is coming out with the Mac Jr. For those who think the Big Mac isn't quite big enough, McDonald's is unveiling the Grand Mac.

McDonald's said it's going company-wide with the burgers after successful test markets earlier this year in Ohio and Dallas/Fort Worth.

The Big Mac is distinguished by the fact that it has two burger patties instead of one, and it also has the famous "special sauce." The Grand Mac adds more beef to the two patties, totaling one-third of a pound of beef. The Mac Jr. has just one larger patty, loses the middle bun, but keeps the special sauce.

Related: Father of the Big Mac dies at age 98

The Big Mac was invented in 1967 by Michael "Jim" Delligatti at his franchise in Uniontown, Pa. Delligatti, who eventually owned 48 franchises, died at age 98 in November, just weeks after McDonald's first announced plans for the Grand Mac and Mac Jr.

This is the latest change from Steve Easterbrook, who became CEO in 2015. Easterbrook has experimented with fast food innovations, including self-order kiosks, mobile pay options, updated interior design and table service. He also pioneered the all-day breakfast menu, which has helped to drive revenue and profits.

CNNMoney (New York) First published January 18, 2017: 11:26 AM ET

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For those who think the Big Mac is a bit too big, McDonald's is coming out with the Mac Jr. For those who think the Big Mac isn't quite big enough, McDonald's is unveiling the Grand Mac. McDonald's said it's going company-wide with the burgers after successful test markets earlier this year in Ohio and Dallas/Fort Worth.

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'A Dog's Purpose' faces backlash after 'disturbing' video surfaces

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'A Dog's Purpose' faces backlash after 'disturbing' video surfaces

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The producers and distributor of the upcoming film "A Dog's Purpose" are defending their on-set practices after a video from the movie's set appeared to show a dog in distress while filming a stunt.

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Disturbing videos have been surfaced about the new movie A Dog's Purpose. The video that TMZ got hold of shows the dog being forced into rushing water and eventually the dog went fully under water and people had to help him out. Now people are boycotting the new film.

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"American Humane has reviewed the video and we are disturbed and concerned by the footage. When the dog showed signs of resistance to jumping in the water, the scene should have been stopped," said a statement from the organization to CNN. "We are placing the safety representative who was on the set on administrative leave immediately and are bringing in an independent third party to conduct an investigation into this matter."

American Humane, who awards its "No Animals Were Harmed" certification to films who meet their standards for on-set animal safety, monitors about 2,000 productions annually, according to its website.

On Wednesday, TMZ published a minute-long video that showed a German Shepherd unwilling to perform a stunt for the upcoming film in rushing water and in danger of drowning when the animaleventually submerged in the pool.

CNN has not been able to independently verify the video's authenticity.

"A Dog's Purpose" producer Amblin Entertainment and distributor Universal Pictures said in a statement to CNN on Wednesday that the production team "followed rigorous protocols to foster an ethical and safe environment for the animals."

On Thursday, Amblin and Universal canceled plans for the film's Los Angeles premiere event and junket.

"Amblin and Universal do not want anything to overshadow this film that celebrates the relationship between animals and humans," the companies said. "Since the emergence of the footage, Amblin has engaged with many associated with the production of the film, including safety personnel, trainers and stunt coordinators as part of their in-depth review. While we are all disheartened by the appearance of an animal in distress, everyone has assured us that Hercules the German Shepherd was not harmed throughout the filmmaking."

A "review into the edited video released [Wednesday] is still ongoing," according to Amblin and Universal. Both parties "continue to support this film, are incredibly proud of it," they added in the joint statement.

According to the producers and studio, several days of rehearsal took place to ensure the dog was comfortable while performing the water scenes. The initial statement following the video's release confirmed that the dog was at one point hesitant to perform the water stunt, but the companies insist filming did not continue.

"On the day of the shoot, ‪Hercules did not want to perform the stunt portrayed on the tape so the Amblin production team did not proceed with filming that shot," the statement released Wednesday said. "Hercules is happy and healthy."

Animal rights advocacy group PETA has called for a boycott of the film, set for release on Jan. 27.

"PETA is calling on dog lovers to boycott the film in order to send the message that dogs and other animals should be treated humanely, not as movie props," the organization said a statement.

Actor Josh Gad, who voices the titular dog in the film, said in a letter posted to Twitter that the "disturbing" footage left him "shaken and sad."

"As the proud owner of a rescued dog and a fervent supporter of organizations like PETA, I have reached out to the production team and studio to ask for an explanation for these disturbing images," he wrote.

The movie, based on the book by W. Bruce Cameron, follows the story of a dog named Bailey (Gad) over five decades as he experiences multiple owners and forms and "finds the meaning of his own existence" in the process, according to press materials.

The dog roles were played by a Golden Retriever named Trip, a German Shepherd named Shadow, a Corgi named Mailo and a St. Bernard-Australian Shepherd mix named Bolt, according to documents given to press about the film.

A representative for Amblin said both Hercules and Shadow performed stunts for the film.

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"American Humane has reviewed the video and we are disturbed and concerned by the footage. When the dog showed signs of resistance to jumping in the water, the scene should have been stopped," said a statement from the organization to CNN.

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Avery Antill - Iran says not worried, has options if Trump axes nuke deal

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Over 20 Feared Trapped After Avalanche Buries Hotel in Italy

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A disturbing video has popped out from the set of A Dog's Purpose that showed a dog in distress while filming a stunt. While the production studio has since said that while the dog was uncomfortable doing certain scenes at first,PETA is calling a boycott of the movie. The voice actor for the dog in the film has said on Twitter that he is deeply disturbed by the video.

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"American Humane has reviewed the video and we are disturbed and concerned by the footage. When the dog showed signs of resistance to jumping in the water, the scene should have been stopped," said a statement from the organization to CNN. "We are placing the safety representative who was on the set on administrative leave immediately and are bringing in an independent third party to conduct an investigation into this matter."

American Humane, who awards its "No Animals Were Harmed" certification to films who meet their standards for on-set animal safety, monitors about 2,000 productions annually, according to its website.

On Wednesday, TMZ published a minute-long video that showed a German Shepherd unwilling to perform a stunt for the upcoming film in rushing water and in danger of drowning when the animaleventually submerged in the pool.

CNN has not been able to independently verify the video's authenticity.

"A Dog's Purpose" producer Amblin Entertainment and distributor Universal Pictures said in a statement to CNN on Wednesday that the production team "followed rigorous protocols to foster an ethical and safe environment for the animals."

On Thursday, Amblin and Universal canceled plans for the film's Los Angeles premiere event and junket.

"Amblin and Universal do not want anything to overshadow this film that celebrates the relationship between animals and humans," the companies said. "Since the emergence of the footage, Amblin has engaged with many associated with the production of the film, including safety personnel, trainers and stunt coordinators as part of their in-depth review. While we are all disheartened by the appearance of an animal in distress, everyone has assured us that Hercules the German Shepherd was not harmed throughout the filmmaking."

A "review into the edited video released [Wednesday] is still ongoing," according to Amblin and Universal. Both parties "continue to support this film, are incredibly proud of it," they added in the joint statement.

According to the producers and studio, several days of rehearsal took place to ensure the dog was comfortable while performing the water scenes. The initial statement following the video's release confirmed that the dog was at one point hesitant to perform the water stunt, but the companies insist filming did not continue.

"On the day of the shoot, ‪Hercules did not want to perform the stunt portrayed on the tape so the Amblin production team did not proceed with filming that shot," the statement released Wednesday said. "Hercules is happy and healthy."

Animal rights advocacy group PETA has called for a boycott of the film, set for release on Jan. 27.

"PETA is calling on dog lovers to boycott the film in order to send the message that dogs and other animals should be treated humanely, not as movie props," the organization said a statement.

Actor Josh Gad, who voices the titular dog in the film, said in a letter posted to Twitter that the "disturbing" footage left him "shaken and sad."

"As the proud owner of a rescued dog and a fervent supporter of organizations like PETA, I have reached out to the production team and studio to ask for an explanation for these disturbing images," he wrote.

The movie, based on the book by W. Bruce Cameron, follows the story of a dog named Bailey (Gad) over five decades as he experiences multiple owners and forms and "finds the meaning of his own existence" in the process, according to press materials.

The dog roles were played by a Golden Retriever named Trip, a German Shepherd named Shadow, a Corgi named Mailo and a St. Bernard-Australian Shepherd mix named Bolt, according to documents given to press about the film.

A representative for Amblin said both Hercules and Shadow performed stunts for the film.

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"American Humane has reviewed the video and we are disturbed and concerned by the footage. When the dog showed signs of resistance to jumping in the water, the scene should have been stopped," said a statement from the organization to CNN.

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Poll shows last-minute love for Obamacare

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People can dive 45-feet deep to experience The Museo Atlántico of Lanzarote which features more than 300 figurative works.

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People can dive 45-feet deep to experience The Museo Atlántico of Lanzarote which features more than 300 figurative works.

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Two days before his swearing in, Donald Trump has forked over $25 million to settle three Trump University fraud lawsuits.

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Two days before his swearing in, Donald Trump has forked over $25 million to settle three Trump University fraud lawsuits.

The Trump Entrepreneur Initiative, originally known as Trump University, delivered the payment on Wednesday, plaintiffs' lawyers told CNNMoney.

The settlement was reached in November shortly after the election. It kept the president-elect from having to testify in a trial.

Related: Trump Inc. and conflicts: What you need to know

Trump started Trump University, a for-profit series of seminars that told students they could get rich off real estate with the right investing techniques, in 2005. It was hit with fraud suits starting in 2010 and closed in 2011.

Students said they were promised access to private financing options that never materialized, and concluded the program was effectively a bait-and-switch. Though initial seminars were free, attendees alleged that teachers only used them to get students to shell out for paid sessions.

Trump University also advertised that Trump himself picked the instructors, but former students claimed that wasn't true.

Many ended up paying tens of thousands of dollars -- and said they were a far cry from recouping the investment via real estate deals.

A "one year apprenticeship" was essentially a three-day seminar costing $1,495, the plaintiffs said in court documents. A "mentorship" cost at least $10,000. The top-tier Gold Elite program cost nearly $35,000.

Of the settlement money, $21 million will go to about 7,000 former Trump University enrollees covered in two California class action suits. They will have at least half their money refunded.

The remaining $4 million covers a suit brought by New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman.

Trump University did not accept wrongdoing or fault as part of the settlement deal.

"While we have no doubt that Trump University would have prevailed at trial based on the merits of this case, resolution of these matters allows President-Elect Trump to devote his full attention to the important issues facing our great nation," the Trump Organization said in a statement in November.

The Trump Organization had no immediate comment Wednesday.

CNNMoney (New York) First published January 18, 2017: 2:49 PM ET

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Mr. Kohl - Toni Anderson, a 20yr old UMKC student has been missing since Sunday morning.  She sent a text to her friend about "being pulled over again" that was the last anyone has heard from her.

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The boyfriend of missing UMKC student Toni Anderson is taking to social media to help find his girlfriend.

"It was love at first sight you know, and we've just been attached ever since," said Pete Sanchez.

Sanchez and Toni Anderson have been dating for two years. Anderson is the 20-year-old UMKC student who vanished early Sunday morning after she was pulled over near a QuikTrip in North Kansas City.

"I don't think I can cry anymore. It just doesn't feel real," said Sanchez. "I don't sleep. I'm brain storming what I can do to better the situation."

Sanchez says he's keeping busy - posting to facebook and twitter.

"We're mostly aiming for people with platforms of massive followings."

He's using #BringToniHome to spread her story. He's trying to raise money for a reward. And he's pushing back against rumors.

"I know some media outlets are trying to make her out like an exotic dancer,"

Sanchez says others are questioning whether her working as a server at an adult night club played a role in her disappearance.

"Bottom line. It's a person. It's someone's daughter. It's my girlfriend...I just want to find out what happened. I want a conclusion to everything."

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Drugmaker fined one million dollars for marking up price 85,000%

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A drug maker was accused of slowly hiking the price of a life-saving medication used to treat infants from $40 a vial to more than $34,000 a vial, and preventing other pharmaceutical firms from creating a competitive drug.

The company, Mallinckrodt, agreed Wednesday to settle charges of anti-competitive practices by paying a $100 million fine and allow a competitor to produce a similar medication.

The Federal Trade Commission announced that the deal was reached with the FTC and three state attorney generals.

The drug, H.P. Acthar Gel, is used to treat infantile spasms and multiple sclerosis. A spokesperson for New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman -- who was involved in the settlement -- said the drug is typically prescribed in "life-saving situations."

Related: Trump threat fails to halt drug price hikes in 2017

Schneiderman's office said Mallinckrodt's U.S. subsidiary -- formerly known as Questcor -- purchased Acthar in 2001 and proceeded to slowly raise the price of the drug 85,000%. The complaint says a single course of treatment can cost "well over $100,000."

The complaint also alleges that Questcor thwarted attempts by its competitors to introduce a similar drug to the U.S. market by out-bidding their efforts to acquire Synacthem, which is used to treat the same conditions, in 2013.

Now, the company must give up its rights to Synacthem and allow another company to produce the product.

"This is an egregious case of a monopolist doing a deal to eliminate potential competition and keep its power over pricing," Schneiderman said in a statement. "This settlement will restore the competition that was prevented by Questcor's illegal actions."

Mallinckrodt shares plummeted nearly 14% during trading hours Wednesday before ending the day down 6% from the open.

Related: Cigna is no longer covering pricey EpiPen

In a statement issued Wednesday, Mallinckrodt said, "We are pleased to confirm that we have entered into a settlement agreement with the FTC staff to fully resolve this matter, subject to approval by the commission. We will comment further at the appropriate time."

President-elect Trump recently said drug companies were "getting away with murder" in their pricing.

The issue also attracted attention during the presidential campaign last year when Democratic candidates Hillary Clinton and Senator Bernie Sanders lambasted pharma CEO Martin Shkreli for vaulting the price of an HIV treatment drug by 5,000%.

EpiPen-maker Mylan was also acccused of price gouging last August when it hiked the price of the life-saving allergy treatment by 400% since 2009.

CNNMoney (New York) First published January 18, 2017: 6:26 PM ET

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Drugmaker fined $100 million for hiking price of drug for infants 85,000%

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Irish drug maker Mallinckrodt will have to pay a $100 million fine and allow one of its competitors to produce a life-saving medication used to treat infants. The company hiked the price of the drug from $40 per vial to more than $34,000 per vial over the course of about 15 years.

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