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Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) was founded in the late 1800s, while McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) traces its roots back to 1940. They have become two of the most well-known and popular consumer goods companies.

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The McDonald's Southern California Group promised to match that up to $15,000. The Coca-Cola Company also stepped in to help during the fundraiser.

DETROIT— Hours after McDonald's said it is temporarily closing all of its 850 restaurants in Russia, Coca-Cola and Starbucks announced they would pause operations in the country.

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DETROIT— Hours after McDonald's said it is temporarily closing all of its 850 restaurants in Russia, Coca-Cola and Starbucks announced they would pause operations in the country.