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Mom played ‘leading role’ in influencing daughter, 23, to refuse chemo and do frequent coffee enemas: coroner

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Mom played ‘leading role’ in influencing daughter, 23, to refuse chemo and do frequent coffee enemas: coroner

A young cancer patient who died after refusing chemotherapy in favor of five coffee enemas a day was “adversely influenced” by her conspiracy theorist mother, a UK coroner said Thursday. Paloma Shemirani, who was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2023, eschewed conventional treatment for the “alternative” healing path overseen by her mother, Kate Shemirani, a controversial health … Read more

Coffee shop hit with hate for Charlie Kirk tribute sees sales surge as ‘righteous people’ show up

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Coffee shop hit with hate for Charlie Kirk tribute sees sales surge as ‘righteous people’ show up

A California coffee shop owner said her business was “flooded with righteous people” after coming under fire for supporting Charlie Kirk. Following the assassination of the Turning Point USA founder, Invita Café in Rancho Santa Fe placed stickers on its coffee cups in his honor.  Owner Sara De Luca told Fox News Digital she “didn’t think … Read more

NYC’s 5 best Starbucks dupes — where to get your fix as coffee giant shutters Big Apple stores

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NYC’s 5 best Starbucks dupes — where to get your fix as coffee giant shutters Big Apple stores

Joe, no! Coffee-crazed New Yorkers were left with a case of the java jitters this week after bean juice giant Starbucks suddenly shuttered dozens of local stores — as part of a controversial $1 billion restructuring plan. A whopping 54 Gotham shops out of a total of just under 200 will be wiped off the retail map, … Read more

Maxwell House coffee is changing its name for the first time in 133 years — and there’s a bizarre reason why

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Maxwell House coffee is changing its name for the first time in 133 years — and there’s a bizarre reason why

Changes are brewing — and they could be a sign of a decline in living standards. Maxwell House recently announced it will be changing its name for the first time in 133 years, rebranding to “Maxwell Apartment.” While the coffee blend will remain the same with the same “taste, aroma, quality and ingredients,” the rebrand … Read more

Is ‘proffee’ the secret to getting more protein? What to know about the viral health craze as Starbucks launches new menu items

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Is ‘proffee’ the secret to getting more protein? What to know about the viral health craze as Starbucks launches new menu items

That’s a latte gains! Protein maxxing — pushing past protein guidelines to build bulk, bounce back and feel full faster — is the latest culinary craze. Coffee connoisseurs are even sneaking it into their morning mugs. Nearly half (47%) of Americans believe that daybreak is the best time to get their protein fill, a recent … Read more

National Coffee Day 2025 deals and freebies: Dunkin’, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme and more

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National Coffee Day 2025 deals and freebies: Dunkin’, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme and more

It’s a brew-tiful day to get some coffee. Monday, Sept. 29, is National Coffee Day, and there are a latte deals and freebies that are sure to perk up the caffeinated. Here are the offers stirring up the foodie holiday. Dunkin’ On Monday, Sept. 29, Dunkin’ Rewards members can enjoy a free medium hot or … Read more

How many microplastics are you drinking? New study finds which types of drinks have highest concentration

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How many microplastics are you drinking? New study finds which types of drinks have highest concentration

What’s lurking at the bottom of your glass? According to a new study, it might be more than just melted ice or leftover pulp. Researchers from the University of Birmingham tested 155 samples of popular beverages sold in UK supermarkets and coffee shops and found microplastics in every single one. While the contamination was widespread, … Read more

Starbucks fans are freaking out over return of popular fall drink: ‘It’s not fall without it’

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Starbucks fans are freaking out over return of popular fall drink: ‘It’s not fall without it’

A core part of Starbucks’ fall menu is finally returning. Ever since the Pumpkin Spice Latte and the rest of the beloved fall goodies returned to Starbucks menus nationwide last month, customers have been clamoring for one forgotten flavor to make a comeback: Apple Crisp. Back in August, when Starbucks teased the return of the … Read more

Best cities for coffee drinkers revealed — and New York’s java junkies may want to consider a move

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Best cities for coffee drinkers revealed — and New York’s java junkies may want to consider a move

The Big Apple is apparently not the macchiato mecca everyone thinks it is. A ground-breaking WalletHub survey on the US’s best cities for coffee drinkers found that Portland, Oregon, is the no. 1 metropolis for java junkies — while NYC didn’t make the top 20. “Portland, OR, is the best coffee city, in large part … Read more

Dunkin’ Rewards changes will make free coffees harder to get — here’s how they’ll affect the new fall menu

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Dunkin’ Rewards changes will make free coffees harder to get — here’s how they’ll affect the new fall menu

There’s controversy brewing with Dunkin’ Rewards. In an email to customers, the donut shop announced updates to their rewards system next month — and they were thrilled to learn they’ll need more points to score free stuff. The “Dunkin’ Rewards Refresh” will see the points needed to redeem freebies increase by as much as 450 … Read more

Dunkin’ is giving away free, reusable Sabrina Carpenter cups — but you’d better act fast to snag one

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Dunkin’ is giving away free, reusable Sabrina Carpenter cups — but you’d better act fast to snag one

That’s that me espresso. Dunkin’ is giving out “Espresso” singer Sabrina Carpenter reusable cups on Friday, Sept. 12 at participating locations. “Our reusable Sabrina cups will be free with purchase of any Daydream Refresher, while supplies last. Limited quantities, so get yours while you can!” the coffee giant announced on Instagram. Dunkin’ is giving out … Read more

Starbucks is jumping on the protein bandwagon with 2 new drinks — and coffee lovers are divided: ‘Leave my double espresso alone’

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Starbucks is jumping on the protein bandwagon with 2 new drinks — and coffee lovers are divided: ‘Leave my double espresso alone’

You can skip that tired ol’ protein shake — Starbucks is now serving gains in a grande. Come September 29, your favorite coffee giant is rolling out permanent Protein Cold Foams and Protein Lattes.  Each Protein Cold Foam packs a punch with 15 grams of protein per grande and comes in flavors like vanilla, chocolate, … Read more

Creator of Starbucks’ most iconic drink reveals it almost didn’t make menus — and had a different name

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Creator of Starbucks’ most iconic drink reveals it almost didn’t make menus — and had a different name

Pumpkin spice wasn’t always so nice. The iconic pumpkin-spiced latte from Starbucks that went on to create a whole pumpkin spice industry almost didn’t make the cut. In 2003, the coffee giant set out to create a fall-inspired drink that featured flavors that were comfortable and warm. The iconic PSL from Starbucks almost didn’t make … Read more

Extremely unsurprising news about people who drink coffee most mornings

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Extremely unsurprising news about people who drink coffee most mornings

In a shock to no one, least of all those of us who lap at the sweet teat of coffee every day, a new study has found a positive association between a.m. caffeine consumption and overall mood. In a study from Bielefeld University in Germany and the University of Warwick in England, regular caffeine consumers … Read more

Dunkin’s popular fall menu has landed in stores — here’s the full list of pumpkin spice-flavored treats and more

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Dunkin’s popular fall menu has landed in stores — here’s the full list of pumpkin spice-flavored treats and more

There may be more than a month left of summer, but it’s officially fall at Dunkin’. On Aug. 20, the coffee chain announced that its fall menu has arrived in stores nationwide, complete with pumpkin spice favorites, an expansion of Sabrina Carpenter’s Daydream Refresher lineup, and the return of the $6 Meal Deal. There’s also … Read more

This coffee is made especially for kids — it sneaks in nutrients and has less caffeine than a Hershey’s Kiss

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This coffee is made especially for kids — it sneaks in nutrients and has less caffeine than a Hershey’s Kiss

Talk about a latte of nutrients. Coffee is probably the last thing you’d give your growing kids — but what if it was a clever way to sneak them some extra vitamins, and they could enjoy it next to you and your cup of joe? That’s exactly what David Sanborn and his 8-year-old son, Ethan, … Read more

Move over, Starbucks and Dunkin’ — this chain shockingly has the cheapest coffee in America

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Move over, Starbucks and Dunkin’ — this chain shockingly has the cheapest coffee in America

An iced coffee can cost a latte these days, which can hurt the wallets of java junkies. Cups from cute coffee shops are usually the more expensive option, though coffee from fast-food and fast-casual chains can quickly add up. Coffee from fast-food and fast-casual chains can still add up. ahirao – stock.adobe.com With coffee prices … Read more

Starbucks scraps scores of grab-and-go locations — here’s what that means for mobile ordering

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Starbucks scraps scores of grab-and-go locations — here’s what that means for mobile ordering

Starbucks‘ grab-and-go windows are on their way out. The coffee giant plans to close a good portion of its 80 or 90 locations that only offer mobile order pickups during the 2026 fiscal year as part of its “back to Starbucks” initiative. As of now, Starbucks hasn’t specified which locations will shutter or when. “This … Read more

Trendy coffee choice sparks controversy when allergic child nearly takes a sip

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Trendy coffee choice sparks controversy when allergic child nearly takes a sip

A teenager’s innocent coffee choice recently sparked an online debate after it nearly exposed a severely allergic child to a nut allergen. In a Reddit post, an 18-year-old wrote that the trouble began after she carried a hazelnut coffee to her friend’s house for a study session.  She claimed the drink was only for her — but … Read more

Coffee buckets are the latest kooky caffeine trend for jittery java junkies: ‘I’d be on the toilet for days’

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Coffee buckets are the latest kooky caffeine trend for jittery java junkies: ‘I’d be on the toilet for days’

That’s a whole latte java. The latest kooky caffeine trend to take hold among fiends is bigger than ever — literally. Venti, Trenta? No longer big enough. This summer, everyone’s turning to coffee buckets — clear, colossally-sized plastic takeout carriers filled with jitter-making iced joe and complete with handle for carrying ease. One six-second video from … Read more