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Italy’s Economic Struggle Drives Up Coffee Shop Prices
Italian coffee prices are rising due to high rents and taxes. Some cities now charge over €1 per espresso. Here’s what’s behind the increase.
Turkish Coffee Added to UNESCO Intangible Heritage List
UNESCO officially recognized Turkish coffee and its cultural traditions as intangible cultural heritage at its eighth committee meeting.
First Japanese Maid Café Opens in New York’s Chinatown
The East Coast’s first Japanese maid café has opened in NYC’s Chinatown, drawing crowds since August and revitalizing the historic district.
Starbucks' Highest-Elevation Store Opens in Japan
Japan’s new Starbucks at Yari Pass reaches 2,307 meters, the highest-altitude Starbucks globally, with views of Mount Fuji.
Starbucks Inside Disneyland: What to Know
The first Starbucks inside a Disney park opened in Anaheim’s Magic Kingdom. Here’s where it is and how it works.
Apple iCup Concept Heats Coffee via Lightning Cable
The Apple iCup uses a Lightning cable and USB power to keep coffee hot while working or relaxing at home.
How Coffee Baths Help With Fat Burning and Weight Loss
A Japanese spa claims coffee baths helped one man lose 15kg in 6 months. Here’s the science, steps, and skin benefits behind coffee immersion therapy.
Bike-Mounted Gear Grinder Makes Coffee on the Move
Two UK cyclists built Gear Grinder, a bike-mounted hand grinder for making coffee while riding. Here’s how it works.
Daily Fresh-Brewed Coffee Supports Liver Health in Hepatitis C Patients
Drinking one or more cups of fresh-brewed coffee daily can improve liver function in chronic hepatitis C patients, with benefits increasing with intake. Canned, instant, and decaf coffees show no such effect.
How to Make a Coffee Table from Spent Coffee Grounds
Learn how spent coffee grounds can be turned into durable, textured furniture. A UK designer mixes grounds with resin to create unique tables.
New Android-Powered Coffee Table Arrives in Late 2024
Ideum and 3M have launched a 46-inch Android coffee table with 60-point touch, IP54 water resistance, and industrial-grade durability for commercial and home use.
Football-Themed Cafe Opens in London with Ex-United Stars
Former Manchester United teammates Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville have opened a football-themed café in London’s Westfield Stratford City mall.
Fake Starbucks Opens in Los Angeles
A near-identical fake Starbucks called Dumb Starbucks opened in LA, drawing crowds before being shut down. Here’s what happened.
Colombia Invests $300 Million to Protect Heritage Coffee Zone
Colombia is spending 1000 billion COP (around $300 million) to preserve its UNESCO-listed coffee cultural landscape and boost tourism and rural livelihoods.
16 Signs You Might Be Too Addicted to Coffee
Wondering if your coffee habit has gone too far? Here are 16 telltale signs you may be seriously hooked on caffeine.
Colombian Ex-President Urges Lincang to Pursue Specialty Coffee
Former Colombian President Andrés Pastrana advised Lincang to develop specialty coffee, citing its ideal climate and growing potential.
Coffee-Flavored Beer: What’s It Really Like?
A Japanese collaboration blends coffee into beer, adding roasted depth to balance thin brew profiles. Find out how it tastes.
What Is Fair Trade Coffee Today?
Fair trade coffee ensures farmers earn fair wages, but how does it work—and who really benefits? Here’s what the label really means.
Yunnan Coffee Prices Rise to 22 Yuan per Kilogram
Yunnan coffee farmgate prices have climbed to 22 yuan/kg, nearing the historical average, driven by global futures hitting over 170 US cents/lb.
How Coffee Lowers Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Drinking 3–4 cups of coffee daily may cut your type 2 diabetes risk by up to 25%. Learn which compounds and doses make the difference.