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How to Reuse Used Coffee Capsules Creatively
Used coffee capsules rarely get recycled—but you can turn them into jewelry, frames, and more. Here’s how to repurpose them creatively.
Guatemalan Coffee Rust Disease Spreads Rapidly
A highly destructive coffee leaf rust fungus is spreading fast in Guatemala, threatening up to 10% of the country’s coffee yield.
Why Coffee Affects Men More Than Women
New research shows caffeine peaks in blood within 45 minutes, but effects appear in just 10 minutes—stronger in men. Find out how gender changes your coffee boost.
Coffee Pod vs Capsule: What’s the Difference?
Learn the key differences between coffee pods and capsules—materials, brewing methods, eco impact, and brand examples for home use.
Starbucks Debuts First Mobile Truck Coffee Shop in Colorado
Starbucks has launched its first mobile mini coffee shop in Colorado, designed to be relocatable and LEED-certified, operated from a truck.
Colombia Crop Woes Drive Global Coffee Prices Up
Heavy rains in Colombia cut output for the fourth year, pushing NY December coffee futures up 6.5% to $1.7365 per lb.
Starbucks Opens First Store in India This Month
After delays due to high land costs and government restrictions, Starbucks finally opens its first Indian location later this month via a joint venture with Tata.
Starbucks to Sell Single-Serve Coffee Pods in US and Canada
Starbucks will begin selling single-serve coffee pods for Green Mountain machines in November, with Canada in March and online sales from August.
India’s First BlackBerry-Themed Café Opens in Hyderabad
India’s first BlackBerry-themed café, SkyPark, opened in Hyderabad, featuring BlackBerry PlayBooks for ordering and a retro tech atmosphere.
When Is National Coffee Day in the US?
Find out when National Coffee Day is in the US, which businesses offer free or discounted coffee, and how to take part.
Top 10 Quirkiest Cafés: Snel and Sydney’s Prison Café
Discover Sydney’s Toby Estate, a specialty coffee spot with in-house roasting and a unique local vibe—plus the story behind Australia’s quirkiest café experiences.
World’s Smallest Fully Automatic Coffee Machine Released
The Jura ENA Micro 1, the world’s most compact fully automatic coffee machine, launched in the U.S. in September 2012. Find out its size and price.
Starbucks Investigated Over £12 Billion UK Tax Avoidance
UK lawmakers demand investigation after reports Starbucks paid minimal taxes since 2009, avoiding an estimated £12 billion in liabilities.
How Verne Coffee Is Expanding in China With a Unique Alliance Model
Verne Coffee offers a 300,000 RMB capital advance and guarantees full store buyback after two years, aiming to reduce risk for partners in China.
Germany’s Rollin Justin Robot Masters Coffee Brewing
Meet Rollin Justin, a high-tech German robot capable of making coffee with precision—using vision and touch to handle delicate tasks like catching balls and brewing.
Why Kopi Luwak Quality Has Fallen in the U.S.
Demand for civet coffee surged after a New York Times feature, but mass production has hurt its quality and flavor profile.
How Coffee Became Peru’s Top Export Crop
In 2011, Peru exported $1.56 billion in coffee, with specialty making up 25%—mostly organic. Here’s how it became a key rural income source.
How Indonesia Produces the World’s Most Expensive Coffee
Indonesia makes the world’s priciest coffee, Kopi Luwak, sold at $1400 per 4 oz cup—made from civet cat droppings. Here’s how.
Vietnam and Myanmar Team Up to Update Aging Coffee Plantations
Vietnam plans to replace 8,000 hectares of aging coffee trees in Myanmar within three years. Coffee farming costs $1,200 per hectare versus $300 for rubber.
Starbucks Opens First India Store in Mumbai
Starbucks launched its first Indian store in Mumbai on October 19, after six years of market research. Two more outlets will open next week.