Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 5:17AM 
From FranchiseWorks: Soup franchise Zoup! expands by feeding a consumer appetite with fresh, healthy and comforting food.
Powered by strong marketplace demand for healthy dining options, variety and convenience, this food franchise is a hot commodity – feeding a hearty base of consumer and entrepreneurial appetites with plans to reach 100 units within five years.
Monday, January 25, 2010 at 5:08AM 
From Franchise-Net: Just as Burger King is opening its first store in Russia this week, Russian business daily Vedomosti has reported that bakery franchise Dunkin' Donuts plans to open dozens of stores in Moscow, according to news organization RIA Novosti.
Dunkin' Donuts franchisee Allied Domecq canceled expansion plans and closed all units in the country in 1999.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 11:12AM 
Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies is offering a special double appreciation discount to all military veterans who sign a franchise agreement by Veterans Day, November 11, 2009.
“Maui Wowi feels a deep sense of appreciation for our military veterans,” says Justin Livingston, Director of Global Franchise Development. “The sacrifice and dedication of these men and women is something to celebrate and honor. We want to ensure that our veterans are given the best possible chance at securing their own American Dream by offering them the opportunity to become part of our ‘Ohana at a low entry point.”
More than 400,000 new military veterans are created each year. Due to their training in the military, veterans are highly valued for their focus, dedication and discipline. The company currently offers Veteran discounts through the International Franchise Association’s Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative (VetFran).