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McD’s tests strawless lids

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McDonald’s has begun testing lids in some cities that do not require straws. “These lids help optimize our packaging and eliminate the use of small plastics, just one example of the many solutions we’re reviewing as part of our ongoing global commitment to reduce waste,” a company spokesperson said in a statement.

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