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The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is promoting a case for economic activity on and around the moon. In some quarters, it’s all blue-sky yammering. On the other hand, there does appear to be growing support for making a business case for mining the moon. A recent study shouldered by DARPA laid out a step-by-step process that could …

McDonald’s will discount its combo meals starting in September. | Photo courtesy of McDonald’s. McDonald’s doesn’t want its Big Mac combo meals to cost $18 anywhere. The fast-food giant convinced franchisees to price combo meals at 15% lower than the prices of the items bought individually. It is also bringing back Extra Value Meals at $5 for breakfast and $8 …