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Starbucks Brews a Major Rewards Reset for 2026
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (351+ words) The shift marks the return of tiered status, a feature many long-time fans remember from the "Gold Card" era that ended in 2019. Under the new 2026 guidelines, all members begin at the Green level. To reach Gold status, customers must earn…...
RFK Jr.’s War on Dunkin’ Riles Up New England: ‘Come and Take It’
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (505+ words) The opening salvo of this conflict took place last week at the "Austin Eat Real Food Rally," an event hosted by MAHA Action. Kennedy, known for his skepticism of industrial food processing and chemical additives, did not mince words when…...
Morning Coffee May Help Lower Your Cardiovascular Disease, Dementia Risk
1+ week, 2+ day ago (766+ words) Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages globally. Over60% of people in the United States consume coffee daily. A2025 studyanalyzed patterns of coffee drinking and whether the time of day it is consumed affects mortality outcomes. The study found that…...
From Commute to Community: San Francisco’s Jacob Kauffman Became the Modern Day "Muffin Man"
2+ week, 6+ day ago (466+ words) American muffins are referred to as baked bread in small tins while "English" Muffins are oven-baked, then cooked in a griddle. The beloved muffin deserves a day of its own, and for that, we have February 20. It's National Muffin Day!...
Mint Chocolate Is Also The Name Of An Herb
2+ week, 6+ day ago (398+ words) From digestive aid and weight loss to easing headaches and asthma, discover the multifaceted healing power of medicinal mint. Recognized by the US National Confectioners Association, National Chocolate Mint Day is observed annually across the nation on February 19th. This holiday…...
Coffee Crops Are Dying From A Fungus With Species-Jumping Genes
3+ week, 1+ day ago (977+ words) By Lily Peck, University of California, Los Angeles For anyone who relies on coffee to start their day, coffee wilt disease may be the most important disease you've never heard of. This fungal disease has repeatedly reshaped the global coffee…...
Irish Coffee Was Created By Bad Weather In 1943 That Forced A Flight Cancelation
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1158+ words) National Irish Coffee Day is celebrated on January 25, and we think that it's the perfect occasion to warm yourself up with a tasty, boozy treat. We don't know about you, but nothing puts quite as much pep in our step…...
84% Of The Tea Consumed In America Is Black Tea — Of That, 75-85% Is Served As Iced Tea.
2+ mon, 58+ min ago (1562+ words) The perfect time for a cup of tea is National Hot Tea Day, on January 12 every year. Tea has been in our cups since the 2nd century B.C. Originating in China, tea has become the second most consumed beverage in the world,…...
CPG Giants Pivot Toward Functional Snacking with High-Fiber Bars, Protein Muffins, and Hopped Water
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (250+ words) The landscape of the American grocery aisle is shifting as legacy brands and craft brewers alike race to meet the evolving demands of the health-conscious consumer. From a "hardened" image for a classic breakfast bar to the infusion of protein…...
Longevity: Here's how coffee may benefit healthy aging
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (944+ words) Roughly two-thirds of American adults drink coffee each day, with the average American coffee drinker consuming 3 cups per day. Given the high consumption levels of coffee, ongoing research is investigating the health consequences of coffee intake. As well as being…...