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Love Island viewers horrified as bombshell makes ‘disgusting’ sex revelation

LOVE Island viewers were left horrified tonight when new bombshell Remell Mullins made a disgusting sex confession during a racy game. 

Tonight saw Remell arrive in the Love Island villa on Wednesday night’s episode and wasted no time in making an impression. 

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And Remell didn’t hold back when he was asked to make a confession
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The Islanders gather to play truth or dare and he was asked to reveal a secret about himself. 

Remell then casually said: “The most people I’ve slept with in a night is five.”

His new co-stars were visibly stunned by the revelation and viewers at home rushed to comment. 

One wrote on social media: “Remell why did you choose to disclose that??? Men are so weird.”

Someone else said: “Remell you should’ve taken that secret to the grave.” 

Another wrote: “Remell five in one night is just greedy and nasty.”

And a fourth added: “Remell was definitely boasting with that 5 girls in a night revelation and that backfired massively. What a child.”

Remell wasn’t the only Islander to make a confession about his bedroom antics tonight. 

Tommy Bradley claimed he’s never stayed in bed with a girl overnight before. 

He made the statement as he told his villa partner Megan Clarke that she would be his first experience of sharing a bed with someone overnight. 

But fans were not convinced. 

One commented: “So how’s Tommy been in a relationship but said he’s never shared a bed with a girl?..”

And another penned: “How has Tommy had a relationship and never slept in bed with a girl ??”

Love Island 2025 full lineup

  • Harry Cooksley: A 29-year-old footballer with charm to spare.
  • Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident.
  • Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads.
  • Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa.
  • Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish.
  • Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition.
  • Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart.
  • Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern.
  • Ben Hullbra: A model ready to make waves.
  • Megan Clarke: An Irish actress already drawing comparisons to Maura Higgins.
  • Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father’s footsteps.
  • Aaron Buckett: A towering 6’5” personal trainer.
  • Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro
  • Antonia Laites: Love Island’s first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress.
  • Rose Selway: Beauty salon owner from Devon who runs 12 aesthetics clinics, boasting a famous clientele including former Love Islanders 

Departures:

  • Kyle Ashman: Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing.

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Chelsea star, 25, ASKED to be left out of Club World Cup squad to secure transfer exit with Premier League rivals keen

CHELSEA ace Djordje Petrovic asked to be left out of the Club World Cup squad to focus on his future.

Petrovic, 25, enjoyed a successful loan stint at Strasbourg this past season and recently returned to the Blues’ squad.

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Chelsea ace Djordje Petrovic asked to be left out of the Club World Cup squad
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Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca agreed to omit Petrovic so that he can focus on his future
Chelsea's Club World Cup fixtures: June 16 vs Los Angeles FC (USA), June 20 vs Flamengo (Brazil), June 25 vs Esperance (Tunisia).

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And following his impressive performances in Ligue 1 the goalkeeper wants to be a guaranteed starter, something the West Londoners cannot offer him.

According to The Telegraph, that is why the Serbia international asked to be omitted from manager Enzo Maresca’s squad for the Club World Cup.

Chelsea chiefs understand Petrovic’s position and thus relations between the player and the club remain good.

Thus, both parties agreed that Petrovic would be best served trying to sort out his future instead of travelling to the US.

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And should the keeper fail to secure a permanent move away to another club that meets his demands then he will rejoin Chelsea for pre-season training in July.

Strasbourg have expressed an interest in signing the Serbian permanently this summer.

However, there is also interest from various Premier League sides –  West Ham being one of them – as well as teams from Europe.

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Chelsea were planning to include Petrovic in their Club World Cup squad had he not asked to be left out regardless of their recent bid to land AC Milan star Mike Maignan.

The Blues’ £12.7million offer wasn’t accepted by Milan, who demand almost double despite Maignan having only one year left on his contract and refusing to extend.

The West Londoners could revisit their attempt to sign the France international when the summer transfer window reopens on June 16.

However, Maresca still has faith in his other goalkeepers Robert Sanchez, Filip Jorgensen and Mike Penders, which is also a reason why Petrovic couldn’t be guaranteed a starting role.

Andrey Santos, who also played for Strasbourg last season, is the only loanee to be included in the Club World Cup squad.

The same doesn’t apply for Raheem Sterling, Joao Felix and Axel Disasi, while new signings Liam Delap, Dario Essugo and Mamadou Sarr will be flying to the US.

Djordje Petrovic's 2024-25 season statistics for Strasbourg.

Club World Cup 2025 Guide

SOME of the world’s biggest clubs are heading Stateside for a MAMMOTH Club World Cup.

Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Man City, and Inter Miami are among the 32 teams taking part in the tournament, which runs from June 14 to July 13.

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Ousmane Dembele, Cole Palmer and Harry Kane will be showing their skills to packed crowds across the US.

Los Blancos are favourites to lift the trophy in New York but will face stiff competition from around the globe.

Watch EVERY match of the Club World Cup 2025 on DAZN

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the tournament…

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Premier League lift little-known broadcasting blackout in major boost for football fans

PREMIER LEAGUE chiefs have axed a little-known broadcasting rule ahead of next season.

There have been restrictions in place to stop youth-team matches being shown at the same time as senior top-flight games.

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But that blackout has reportedly been lifted for the 2025/26 campaign.

Under-21 games in the Premier League 2 can now be live streamed even if they clash with fixtures on Sky Sports or TNT Sports.

Official club channels are ready to “take the lead” in showing the action.

But there are rumours of a TV deal in the coming years should viewing figures be significant.

The rule change is a major boost for football fans up and down the country – especially Manchester United supporters.

Viewers have long complained about MUTV not showing enough youth-team fixtures live.

Just 14 of 35 Under-21 games were shown last season and just eight of those were Premier League 2 clashes.

Manchester Evening News report that the in-house channel was impacted by Sir Jim Ratcliffe‘s brutal job cuts.

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Premier League fans are set to deal with another year of the 3pm blackout, which prevents games being broadcast live at that time to protect attendances

Though reports suggest the measure could be axed when the current TV deal expires at the end of the 2028/29 season.

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Starbucks offering coffee lovers $136k to travel the world – no experience is required and the deadline is days away

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AVID Starbucks fans have a chance to travel the world this summer and get paid over six figures to do it.

The coffeehouse giant is currently looking for two consumers to take on an exciting new position together.

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In an announcement at the end of May, Starbucks confirmed its search for two “talented content creators” who are “passionate about Starbucks, coffee, culture and community.”

The official title for the role is Global Coffee Creator, with two slots available — one is for a current Starbucks employee, and the other an external candidate.

As Global Coffee Creators, the pair would travel the world, heading to at least 15 Starbucks coffeehouses globally while documenting “the care and craft that goes into every cup of Starbucks coffee.”

Along with visiting the international locations, like the Tokyo or Milan Reserve Rostaries, the Global Coffee Creator job would involve speaking and sharing the stories of farmers, baristas, designers, and customers through social content.

This would be video-based content, with responsibilities ranging from highlighting the Starbucks community, culture, menu items, specialty drinks, and more.

The Global Coffee Creators would also work directly with Starbucks global marketing team.

“This is more than a job; it’s a chance to immerse yourself in the world of coffee, meet new people and see new places,” Starbucks emphasized.

“If you’re ready to back your bags and share the Starbucks experience through a fresh lens, we’d love to hear from you.”

Those interested must remember that it’s only a year-long role that extends from August 2025 through July 2026.

Shockingly, no previous work experience or even a college diploma is required to be considered.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Some basic requirements include being 18 years or older with a high school diploma, a US resident, having a valid passport, having the ability to travel frequently, and have all required vaccinations, among a few others detailed on Starbucks’ website.

Other qualifications include a passion for coffee and traveling, an ability to be creative and think of the best ways to tell stories, and proficiency in social media platforms and editing tools like TikTok, CapCut, InDesign, Final Cut Pro, and more.

Starbucks also wants candidates to be able to work independently, be comfortable on camera, and have a healthy knowledge of the company.

As far as perks and benefits go, the pay is competitive at between $80,100 and $136,000.

Global Coffee Creator Requirements

Starbucks has several requirements for candidates who apply for the Global Coffee Creator role.

Several are listed below, with full details available on Starbucks’ website.

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must be a resident of the United States
  • A valid passport and ability to travel globally between August 2025 and July 2026
  • Availability for very frequent travel, working on location in different locations and climates
  • Must have travel vaccinations that meet health regulations
  • Can physical bend, lift, and carry light equipment for filming around 25% of the time
  • Tech saviness
  • Have values that align with Starbucks culture and brand
  • Can follow Starbucks social media guidelines

Additionally, the Global Coffee Creators work fully remote from wherever they are around the world.

It’s also a full-time role with health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and there’s even travel cost coverage through the company and its partnerships with Delta Air Lines and Marriott Bonvoy.

TIME’S RUNNING OUT

Internal or external candidates interested must act fast to apply using the form on the Starbucks Career website.

The deadline is set for June 13, 2025.

Additionally, prospective candidates must post a video publicly to their TikTok page explaining to Starbucks why they’re ideal for the role.

It should include “#StarbucksGlobalCoffeeCreator” in the caption.

Starbucks has also caught attention for other reasons recently.

Earlier in June, the coffeehouse chain confirmed a major update to over 6,500 locations as fans fear it’s a “potential omen in the US.”

The summer menu at Starbucks has also officially arrived, and some fans are begging for a change to it already after a “huge disappointment.”

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Aaron Pierre ‘hard launches’ romance with Teyana Taylor with sweet pics from 31st birthday

ACTOR Aaron Pierre has hard launched his romance with singer and model Teyana Taylor.

Teyana, 34, and Aaron were the latest couple to be at the centre of the relationship rumour mill and now the pair have made it insta-official.

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The star shared photos from his 31st birthday dinner[/caption]

Teyana surprised the 31-year-old with a lavish birthday dinner – with Aaron taking to Instagram to thank his new beau.

In a sweet photo dump the couple can be seen embracing each other and laughing together. 

The pictures were taken taken by celeb snapper Janaye Johnson, who attended the glam affair.

Teyana opted for a stunning red dress and gold heels with Aaron sporting an all black outfit which he styled with a pair of glasses. 

The actor captioned the post: “Thirty-Won!

“Father God, Thank you for blessing me with another year. Another opportunity to evolve, grow, mature and refine. All the light is You; the missteps are mine. Thank you for covering me and directing my steps.

“Tey, Thank you! You put together a beautiful day. You are one of one. I appreciate you, deeply.

“Thank you ALL for showering me with love, joy and support. It is never lost on me. Endlessly grateful. Big love, always.”

Aaron’s shoutout to his new beau had fans rushing to the comments to gush about the post, one user said: “This couple just makes sense man!!”

“Omg i love love. This is beautiful,” chimed another. 

A third added: “When a good woman loves a good man!!!!”

“I am so happy it’s her (heart eye emoji)” penned a fourth. 

The pair first sparked relationship rumours back in April when Aaron had posted a shirtless snap of himself to his Instagram stories.

Teyana reposted the racy pic on her own story alongside the caption “on di wey”(exhaling emoji).

Then, earlier this month Teyana released the steamy music video for her new track Long Time which featured a cameo from Aaron where the pair could be seen kissing. 

Teyana’s new relationship comes almost a year after she divorced NBA star Iman Shumpert with whom she was married to for seven years. 

The couple share two daughters together, Junie and Rue. 

The mom-of-two is a singer, actress, dancer, producer, creative director, and choreographer.

The actress has starred in a number of films including Eddie Murphy’s sequel Coming 2 America and A Thousand and One. 

She shot to fame in 2005 when she signed a record deal with Pharrell Williams.

Shortly after she choreographed the music video for Ring the Alarm by Beyoncé.

The singer later signed with Kanye West’s label G.O.O.D. Music and released three studio albums, VII, K.T.S.E and The Album. 

In 2022, she won season seven of The Masked Singer as Firefly.

After a five year hiatus the singer returned to music debuting her new album Escape Room which is set to drop this summer and single Long Time which features Aaron in the music video.

Aaron’s rise to fame was marked when he played Mufasa in Disney’s $722 million box office same named film

He has since gone on to feature in Netflix’s Rebel Ridge, the M. Night Shyamalan thriller Old and played Malcom X in Genius: MLK/X.

Teyana Taylor at the 2025 Disney Upfront.
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Aaron featured in Teyana’s new steamy music video for her new track Long Time[/caption]
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Fears for iconic snack brand as plant where beloved treat was ‘invented’ halts all production after 50 years

A CHERISHED snack brand has ceased production after 50 years of making iconic treats.

However, the production plant will continue to facilitate other operations.

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Hundreds of employees will be left without work

A Frito-Lay manufacturing plant has left hundreds of employees without a job, as reported by a Los Angeles news outlet, KTLA.

In a statement regarding the layoffs, a spokesperson for PepsiCo Foods U.S., the parent company of Frito-Lay, confirmed that production at the Rancho Cucamonga facility has halted.

“We are truly grateful for all the support over the last five decades from our Rancho Cucamonga manufacturing team as well as the local community,” a statement reads.

The company said it is dedicated to helping workers who were affected by the sudden pause in manufacturing and will provide severance pay.

Despite the company’s “commitment” to those impacted, KTLA reported that hundreds of workers were let go without the opportunity to transfer to different departments within the company.

It is unclear how much money was included in the severance pay or how many exact employees were affected.

Although production has ceased, the plant will still have warehouse, distribution, fleet, and transportation teams who will operate out of the location.

Over the decades, the Frito-Lay facility has operated in California and employed thousands of workers.

BIG CHANGES AHEAD

As of mid-2025, Frito-Lay’s performance is mixed, facing some challenges in the North American market while also pursuing strategic adjustments and new product launches.

PepsiCo’s first-quarter 2025 results showed a decline in food sales in North America, with Frito-Lay contributing to this weakness.

With the losses, the company is looking to make significant changes in order to boost sales and consumer interest.

Frito-Lay is launching new products in 2025, including Spicy Dill Pickle Ruffles and various Doritos, Cheetos, Ruffles, and SunChips flavors.

At the same time, several snacks are reportedly being discontinued in 2025, including Flamin’ Hot White Cheddar Smart Food, Ruffles Lime & Jalapeno, and others.

POWER STRUGGLE

A former employee, Richard Montañez, claimed he invented Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, which has been strongly denied by the company.

Montañez says he came up with the idea while working as a janitor, taking unflavored Cheetos home and experimenting with seasonings inspired by Mexican street corn.

He claims to have pitched the idea to Frito-Lay CEO Roger Enrico and received a meeting.

Frito-Lay with went against that claim, telling the Los Angeles Times that “the facts do not support the urban legend” for their investigation four years ago.

The origin of the snack remains in limbo as a federal judge dismissed the lawsuit filed by Montañez.

U.S. District Judge John W. Holcomb ruled that the ex-employee’s accusations of fraud and defamation did not have sufficient “factual support.”

Frito-Lay did not immediately respond to The U.S. Sun’s request for comment.

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Trump doesn’t rule out arresting California Gov Gavin Newsom over LA riot chaos and says he had to save city from mob

DONALD Trump refused to rule out arresting California Governor Gavin Newsom over his handling of the Los Angeles riots.

The pair have been trading blows since Newsom slammed Trump’s decision to send federal troops into the city to quell immigration raid rioters.

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Trump and Newsom have publicly fought over the President’s decision to send federal troops to LA[/caption]
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Trump has sent around 4,000 of the National Guard and 700 Marines into LA, where they have clashed violently with protesting mobs and been given to make arrests

The Governor accused Trump of manufacturing the flare-ups, saying his actions were “akin to authoritarian regimes” – and was dismissed as “incompetent” in return.

He vowed his state is “suing Donald Trump” for “creating fear and terror to […] violate the US constitution”.

Trump has previously toyed with the idea of arresting Newsom, and refused to rule it out in an interview with the New York Post.

Trump’s border czar Tom Homan had warned that anyone, including public officials, would be arrested if they obstructed federal law enforcement.

On Sunday, Newsom goaded Trump over the threats, saying in a MSNBC interview: “Come after me, arrest me. Let’s just get it over with, tough guy.”

Asked directly if he is going to arrest and charge Gavin Newsom, Trump said: “Well, he’s not doing a good job.

“In theory you could, I guess. It’s almost like a dissipation of duties. Nobody’s ever seen anything like it.”

Before Wednesday’s interview, Newsom shared his thoughts on the arrest threats.

He said: “The President of the United States just called for the arrest of a sitting Governor.

“This is a day I hoped I would never see in America. I don’t care if you’re a Democrat or a Republican this is a line we cannot cross as a nation this is an unmistakable step toward authoritarianism.”

Trump follow up with a brutal takedown of Newsom’s record in office – which included blaming him for the devastating wild fires that ravaged parts of LA in January.

Trump said: “First he had his wildfires that burned down half the place […] I told them water, get the water from the pacific north west […] I got the water to go down.

“They were using environmental as a reason not to give water. They were protecting a certain type of fish – which by the way has not done well.

“He should have done it [redirected the water supply] in my first term. You wouldn’t have had the fires.”

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Interviewer Miranda Devine then asked about a much-disputed phone call between Trump and Newsom – with each swearing to a different version of events.

The President claimed he rang to discuss sending in National Guardsmen – but Newsom branded him a “stone-cold liar”.

Newsom insists he “kept trying to bring up” the situation in LA, but that Trump veered onto other subjects.

However, Trump doubled down today and said: “Of course I did [talk about it]. The phone call was to deploy the troops.

“I said: ‘You’re city is burning down, your state is in bad trouble.’

“All I want is him to do a good job […] he’s doing a poor job.”

In an effort to checkmate Newsom, Trump brandished a screenshot showing a 16-minute call between the two at 1:23am on June 7.

Newsom does not dispute that the call happened – but maintains that Trump “never once brought up the National Guard”.

Trump landed other personal jibes, mocking the California High-Speed Rail project which has run over budget and claiming that, without him, Newsom “wouldn’t have LA”.

He said: “Between the fires and the riots, there would be nothing left. You have a governor that’s incompetent, a mayor that’s highly incompetent.”

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FIFA World Cup to be guarded by ICE and DHS agents as fans are warned to expect ‘suited and booted’ security

FIFA Club World Cup will be guarded by “suited and booted” ICE and DHS agents, officials have warned.

The mammoth event’s opening ceremony takes place at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday.

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The countdown is officially on until the FIFA Club World Cup kicks off, with a curtain-raiser between Inter Miami and a team from Egypt, Al Ahly.

The Department of Homeland Security has revealed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) personnel will provide security at the game.

On its Facebook account, CBP posted last week: “Let the games begin.

“The first #FIFAClubWorldCup games start on June 14th in Miami, FL at the Hard Rock Stadium.

“CBP will be suited and booted and ready to provide security for the first round of games. #CBPxFIFA #FootballUnitesTheWorld.”

The post has since been deleted.

However, NBC said the post had prompted questions about whether the presence of federal agents was “just part of the overall security team, which is normal for a big event?”

This follows demonstrations nationwide, including Dallas and Austin in Texas, and Chicago and New York, after federal immigration raids arrested dozens of workers in Los Angeles.

It also comes as Donald Trump continues his huge immigration crackdown and travel ban.

And Vice President JD Vance last month warned World Cup travellers not to overstay their welcome.

The broadcaster said it was not clear whether the agents will also be checking papers and detaining fans arriving for the game.

FIFA today held a press conference to publicise the Club World Cup – the winning side of which will earn up to $125 million.

NBC noted, “It’s obvious that Fifa would rather focus on the games instead of outside issues.”

FIFA president Gianni Infantino urged fans to buy tickets despite concerns about the presence of federal agents.

He told fans, “Be part of history, football is such an important sport all over the world. we’ll have billions of people watching this from home who would love to come and attend.”

BOOSTING SECURITY

Infantino was asked whether he had any concerns about ICE and border officials being present at the games.

He replied, “No I don’t have any concerns on anything in the sense that we are very attentive on any security questions.

“Most important for us is to guarantee security for our fans who will come to the games, this is our priority.”

The station stressed that it is normal for local police to partner with federal counterparts and law enforcement agents to provide security at big events.

The broadcaster said it had spoken to ICE agents – who had confirmed its officials will be at the games – to provide security.

NBC – citing ICE advice – told viewers intending on attending games that all non-American citizens need to carry proof of their legal status.

This is particularly vital after the debacle last year, when 7,000 unticketed supporters broke into the Copa America final.

Some fans climbed over fences, while others were incredibly seen trying to enter via a ventilation system at the Hard Rock Stadium.

More on the Club World Cup 2025

  • The Club World Cup 2025 will begin on Sunday, June 15, in the UK and Saturday, June 14, in the US.
  • The tournament will run until Sunday, July 13.
  • It is being held across 12 different cities and stadiums in the United States.
  • The whole tournament will be broadcast by DAZN in the UK and US.
  • Matches can be watched on DAZN TV or via the website/app.
  • In the UK, Channel 5 will also air select games on terrestrial TV.

But, Thomas Kennedy of the Florida Immigrant Coalition said the federal agents’ now-deleted social media warning had caused confusion.

He said, “The messaging that CBP is using is a bit cryptic.

“It’s sort of alluding that people should have their paperwork in order to attend the games.

“It creates an environment where people are less likely to come watch the games because of just sheer intimidation.”

When asked about the security arrangement, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava said, “We’re here to make sure people are safe, that’s our focus, to work with all of the law enforcement personnel, our safety personnel, and make sure they have a seamless experience.”

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Beloved store and Buc-ee’s rival with the ‘best pizza’ to open seven new locations across popular US state this year

A POPULAR convenience store chain and Buc-ee’s rival has set out to expand its store footprint, opening seven new spots in a single state by the end of 2025.

As Casey’s General Stores rolls out the handful of stores, fans will be flocking to the new locations for all their convenience store needs – including a bite of the chain’s delicious pizza.

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Iowa-based Casey’s General Stores is the fast-growing convenience store retailer in the US and has no plans to stop anytime soon.

The chain, a major rival to Buc-ee’s, is amping up the competition by investing over $6.2 million into seven new stores in a single state in the South.

Texas has the most convenience stores out of any other state, at 16,416, per data from NACS, and Casey’s General Stores is adding to that number.

New locations in Abilene, Burnet, Tioga, and Texarkana are currently under construction, while the builds at sites in Gladewater and Athens are projected to begin in late June, per permits filed with the state.

Construction at the last new store, also situated in Abilene, is expected to start in August.

All of the new stores are projected to be completed by the end of this year and will measure roughly 4,200 square feet to 4,570 square feet, per the filings.

Casey’s General Stores first debuted in The Lone Star State in late 2023 when the company purchased the 22 stores that made up the Lone Star Food Stores chain.

The company then acquired 148 additional stores in Texas last July when it bought 198 spots from CEFCO Convenience Stores.

The deal, worth over $1.1 billion, raised Casey’s General Stores’ portfolio by roughly 7%.

“Our store growth strategy focuses on both building and acquiring new locations across our footprint, and that includes Texas,” a Casey’s spokesperson told CSP.

“We are actively permitting future, new-store builds and we will also continue to evaluate and plan for CEFCO store transitions, which we’ve said is a multi-year process. This is an exciting time at Casey’s and we look forward to serving more guests in Texas.”

BEAVER BATTLE

Casey’s General Stores’ new construction is giving Texas-based Buc-ee’s a run for its money.

Buc-ee’s has more locations in Texas than in any other state, with 36.

The iconic chain even holds world records in The Lone Star State, with the largest convenience store in the world situated in New Braunfels and the longest car wash in Katy.

States with Casey's General Stores

Casey's General Stores has locations primarily in the Midwest and the South:

  • Arkansas
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Nebraska
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Wisconsin
  • Alabama
  • Florida

Part of Buc-ee’s draw among Southerners is its foodservice, including freshly prepared food items such as brisket sandwiches, kolaches, and baked goods.

As Casey’s General Stores expands in Texas, hungry travelers will be forced to pick between the two chains, since Casey’s is also well-known for its food offerings – especially its pizza.

It ranks as one of the largest pizza chains in the country, serving up a variety of handmade pizzas in addition to other items like sandwiches, wings, breakfast items, and salads.

Customers can choose from classic toppings such as cheese, pepperoni, and sausage, or among a list of specialty pizzas like Taco Pizza and BBQ Brisket Pizza.

GAS STATION GOURMET

Casey’s General Stores, primarily located in the Midwest and the South, is so popular for its food that customers have praised the region’s exceptional “gas station game.”

Popular YouTuber The Fat Files (@TheFatFiles) labeled the chain as “the most American pizza place in the world” in a video from late May.

He called Casey’s General Stores “the best pizza place you’ve never heard of,” arguing that the chain hid its delicious pizza offerings under the guise of being a convenience store.

The YouTuber admitted that while many people had likely never even heard of Casey’s General Stores because it only operates in a handful of states, the chain was highly “dominant” in the Midwest.

“They are the third biggest convenience store chain in the country behind 7-Eleven and Circle K,” he said.

The content creator also hyped up the hidden gem’s pizza.

“While they’re technically not considered a pizza place, they have better pizza than any other chain pizza place in the United States,” he claimed.

Casey’s General Stores is not the only chain with big expansion plans slated for this year.

Buc-ee’s likewise opened a new location this week – and fans warned that once you visit you can’t stop.

The chain has also set out to open 11 more outlets and will burst onto the scene in a new state.

Hand holding a slice of pepperoni pizza.
Fans of Casey’s General Stores have said that the chain’s pizza tops other chain pizza places in the country
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