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How Regular Coffee Drinking May Help Prevent Dementia
Research shows drinking 3–5 cups of coffee daily can lower dementia risk by up to 20%, especially in the early stages of the disease.
How Hidenori Izaki Won the 2014 World Barista Championship
The 2014 WBC champ shares his espresso recipe, training routine, and why he chose Costa Rican beans for the win.
The 7 Major Specialty Coffee Competitions Worldwide
Discover the 7 top global specialty coffee competitions, their champions, formats, and what makes each one a showcase for elite skills.
Asiana Airlines Launches Inflight Pour-Over Coffee Service
Asiana becomes the world’s first airline to offer hand-brewed pour-over coffee inflight, served by trained cabin crew using specialty-grade beans.
Over 30 Countries to Attend Yunnan Coffee Trade Fair
The 4th China Mangshi International Coffee Culture Festival will host the 1st Yunnan Coffee Trade Fair, drawing buyers from 30+ countries to discuss deals with Chinese producers.
China’s Coffee Industry Growth and Supply Trends
China’s coffee demand is rising fast, creating a supply gap filled by imports. Yunnan leads domestic production with ideal growing conditions.
ICE Arabica Coffee Futures Hit Five-Month Low
ICE March Arabica coffee futures dropped to $1.6775 per pound, the lowest since July, amid year-end profit-taking and weak broader soft commodity markets.
Ningxia’s First Garage-Style Startup Coffee Hub Launches
A team of university grads in Ningxia built a 600-sq-ft garage-style coffee hub offering workspace for just ¥10 coffee or free water.
Tokyo’s First Smart Crowdfunded Café by Chinese Founders
Launched in Tokyo on December 21, the China-Japan Café is Japan’s first smart crowdfunding café founded by overseas Chinese entrepreneurs.
Nestlé Coffee Center Opens in Pu'er Industrial Park
Nestlé’s new coffee center in Pu’er boosts training and quality control for farmers, supporting Yunnan’s specialty coffee growth.
Korean Coffee Brand COFFEA Opens First Store in Kunming
Korean specialty coffee brand COFFEA launched in Kunming with a media event featuring Aeropress Champion Mr.Q. The brand now has 78 global stores.
2014 Commodity Returns: Coffee Soared, Oil Crashed
In 2014, coffee prices surged while crude oil plunged over 40%. Learn which commodities led gains and which suffered steep losses.
Climate Change Could Halve Specialty Coffee Farming Land by 2050
New research predicts a 50% loss of suitable land for growing arabica and robusta coffee by 2050 due to climate change impacts.
Post-90s Baristas Win Top Spots at 2014 Changsha Barista Championship
Two 90s-born baristas from Changsha took first and second at the 2014 World Barista Championship Changsha regional, advancing to nationals.
Taiwanese-Owned Café Turns Into a Candle Museum
A Taiwan-founded café in Dongguan doubles as a scent-filled candle gallery, where every cup comes with aromatic ambiance.
2014 Commodity Returns: Coffee Soared as Oil Crashed
In 2014, coffee prices surged while oil dropped over 40%. Learn which commodities led gains and why supply shocks drove the divergence.
How a Coffee Shop Became a Rural Finance Hub in China
A coffee-themed rural finance station in China offers loans, insurance, and credit checks—plus free coffee. Here’s how it works.
First Garage-Style Startup Café Opens in Ningxia
A new 'garage coffee' café in Yinchuan offers free workspace for startups—just buy a coffee. Here’s how it works.
ICE Arabica Coffee Falls to Five-Month Low
ICE March Arabica coffee hit a five-month low of $1.6975 per lb on Wednesday, down 0.5% for the day amid technical selling.
How to Experience Yunnan Coffee Direct from the Farm
Discover how coffee lovers visited Yunnan farms, mills, and gene banks during harvest season to explore the journey from seed to cup.