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Why Coffee Doesn’t Always Wake You Up
Your DNA holds the answer. A Harvard study reveals genetic differences explain why some people get a caffeine boost and others don’t.
Korean Coffee Shops in China to Hit 1,000 Stores This Year
Over 700 Korean coffee shops have opened in China, with the total expected to surpass 1,000 by year-end. Their success is driven by comfort, variety, and localised appeal.
How Starbucks’ Black Apron Coffee Masters Train and Dream
Starbucks’ first Certified Coffee Master store in South China opened in Guangzhou a year ago. Here’s how its black-apron baristas train—and one partner’s coffee journey.
World Barista Championship Heads to Nanjing
The WBC World Barista Championship is coming to Nanjing, with the regional event kicking off soon and featuring latte art workshops and pro competitions.
Harvard Study Identifies 6 New Coffee Addiction Gene Variants
A major study found 6 new genetic variants tied to habitual coffee drinking, explaining why caffeine affects people differently.
How Handmade Coffee Embodies Slow Living Culture
Discover how handcrafted coffee, not price, defines luxury through time and craftsmanship in the third wave of specialty coffee.
How a Chinese Programmer Built 43 Italian-Style Coffee Shops
After quitting a stable IT job, Xu Jiansi launched 'Italian Dream' coffee shops, now with 43 franchises nationwide. Here's how he did it.
10 Key Signs You're Addicted to Caffeine
Wondering if you’re too dependent on caffeine? Here are 10 clear symptoms of caffeine addiction, including headaches, irritability, and sleep issues.
How Baristas Stay Calm to Brew Better Coffee
A journalist learns that brewing great pour-over coffee depends on precise technique—and a calm, focused mindset. Here’s what really matters.
Guangdong's Yunfu Expands Coffee Bean Cultivation Efforts
Yun’an Town in Guangdong’s Yunfu has expanded coffee planting with 120,000 robust seedlings ready for 400 more acres, using a ‘company + co-op + farmers’ model.
Buenos Aires' Century-Old Coffee Ritual
Explore how Buenos Aires' historic cafes, many over 100 years old, preserve Argentina’s deep-rooted coffeehouse culture amid modern challenges.
Australian Plans to Meet 1008 Facebook Friends Over Coffee
A 28-year-old Australian man aims to meet 1008 Facebook friends individually for coffee over four years to strengthen his social skills.
Drinking 3+ Cups of Coffee Daily Linked to Better Liver Health
Research shows people who drink three or more cups of coffee daily—regular or decaf—have healthier liver enzyme levels.
High Coffee Intake Tied to Higher Risk of Stillbirth in Pregnant Women
Drinking over 8 cups of coffee daily triples the risk of stillbirth. Studies show even 4–7 cups increase risk by 80% compared to non-drinkers.
What Flooring Brands Can Learn from Starbucks
Starbucks’ first global brand ad focuses on human connection, not products. Here’s how that approach offers a lesson for experience-driven industries like flooring.
2015 WBC China Trials Head to Nanjing This October
Find out how top baristas craft competition-level cappuccinos at the 2015 WBC China Regional Selection Nanjing Division, October 24–26.
How China’s Citibank-Like Café Banks Serve Coffee and Finance
In 2014, China’s China Merchants Bank and Korean café chain Caffebene launched coffee bank branches blending finance with relaxed café vibes.
How a Post-80s Entrepreneur Built His Own Coffee Brand
A young entrepreneur from Hubei shares how he turned failures into fuel to launch his own coffee shop and brand.
Taiwan Drinks 21.7 Billion Cups of Fresh Coffee a Year
Taiwan imports nearly double the coffee beans it did five years ago, equaling 21.7 billion cups of fresh-brewed coffee per year—94.3 cups per person.
Does Coffee Work Like Medicine? 9 Health Claims Examined
Nine alleged health benefits of coffee are examined — from anti-aging to depression relief — with expert views on what’s backed by science.