Inside In-N-Out’s ‘university’ designed to train the future leaders of the fast-food giant

One popular fast-food chain is known for more than its burgers, as it also operates its own university. In-N-Out Burger runs a training program known as In-N-Out University, located near its original restaurant site in Baldwin Park, California. The facility serves as a training center for employees working toward management roles, the company’s website notes. Unlike a traditional college, the program does not offer academic degrees. Instead, it focuses on teaching employees how to run restaurant operations, maintain cleanliness standards and deliver customer service. The training program is not open to the public. Employees must either be promoted internally or apply for a management…

Doctors are noticing a concerning trait in babies just hours after birth

New research has found a concerning characteristic in babies that could greatly affect their health down the line. While some gut microbiome can pass in utero, a newborn’s gut microbiome was previously thought to be nearly sterile, mostly acquiring bacteria during birth or via breastfeeding. But new findings may prove…

Dem Rep. Hillary Scholten fought to conceal divorce docs because they would hurt election chances, cause ‘irreparable reputational harm’

WASHINGTON — Michigan Rep. Hillary Scholten fought to seal the court docs about her divorce — as her lawyer admitted that they could hurt her election chances and cause “irreparable reputational harm.” Earlier this month, Scholten (D-Mich.), 44, publicly revealed that her husband of 20 years, Jesse Holcomb, “suddenly left…

NYC developer Stephen Ross conquering West Palm Beach

Stephen M. Ross, who as former head of Related Cos. drove development of Time-Warner Center at Columbus Circle and Hudson Yards, is creating a new Boomtown USA far from Manhattan’s West Side — in West Palm Beach, a short bridge stroll across the Intracoastal Waterway from its wealthier cousin, Palm…

Twins manager Derek Shelton’s profane ejection rant caught on hot mic

An argument between an umpire and Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton was caught on a hot microphone. During the Twins’ 5-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, Shelton was ejected from the game after Reds star shortstop Elly de la Cruz checked his swing on a pitch, subsequently hitting…

Menstrual blood could be the key to treating osteoarthritis

Talk about a bloody genius treatment. A study published in Scientific Reports has identified a promising, unconventional source for treating the more than 600 million people living with osteoarthritis. While plenty of women deal with the downsides of menstrual blood ruining underwear, there could be a benefit to the monthly…

Dodgers place Freddie Freeman on paternity list, activate Ryan Ward

DENVER — The Dodgers have officially recalled outfield prospect Ryan Ward to their MLB roster. The awaited corresponding move: Freddie Freeman going on the paternity list. While news of Ward’s first career (and long-awaited) big-league call-up came late Friday, the corresponding move with Freeman wasn’t announced until 36 hours later.…

Dexter Lawrence gets new Bengals contract after blockbuster Giants trade

Dexter Lawrence and the Bengals have struck a deal. After the Giants agreed to trade the disgruntled defensive tackle Saturday night, Lawrence is getting a one-year, $28 million contract extension from Cincinnati, multiple reports said Sunday morning, citing the 28-year-old’s agency. The Giants are getting the No. 10 pick in…

Exclusive | Eric Swalwell billed 100+ booze delivery charges to campaigns

Disgraced ex-congressman Eric Swalwell — who is accused of raping and sexually assaulting multiple women after nights of heavy drinking — billed an eye-watering amount of booze deliveries to his campaigns, including charges during a series of jaunts to Las Vegas.  Over a four-year period starting in 2020, Swalwell’s donor-funded…

Rams’ Day 3 NFL draft sleepers include cornerback, tackle, receiver

The Rams have seven picks in this week’s NFL draft, including the 13th overall thanks to the shrewd trade they pulled off during last year’s draft with the Falcons. However, they do not have any picks in the fourth or fifth round. In fact, after making their third-round selection at…

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