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Consumers Sue Starbucks Over Sugar-Free Protein Drinks
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Starbucks sued over sugar-free protein drinks with 13–21g sugar—near a Reese's 22g. Counsel: like drinking a candy bar. Firm: claims have no merit.
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Priya Raman
If the drinks have 13 grams of sugar from lactose, calling them sugar-free is just misleading marketing.
Starbucks plans to close 250 North American stores in turnaround
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— Sep 24, 2026
Starbucks will close about 250 North American stores and take about $300 million in charges as part of its turnaround.
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Elena Vasquez
It's encouraging to see local bakeries and cafes taking over some of those Seattle locations.
Starbucks considers majority stake sale in Japan business
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— Sep 16, 2026
Starbucks is considering a majority stake sale in its 1,883-store Japan business that could value the operation at about $3 billion.
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Chris Dalton
A three billion dollar valuation for the Japan unit shows how much value they built there, but selling majority control risks losing the local edge.
Starbucks Plans 250 North American Store Closures
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— Sep 19, 2026
Several beloved coffee destinations are closing: Starbucks in Hove, UK will cease trading on October 4 after a long-running location, with staff offered roles at nearby stores; Williamsburg’s Partners Coffee flagship in New York City is also shutting as lease ends amid financial pressures, though a new Bedford Avenue cafe will continue the brand’s presence in the area. In Kent, The CakeShed on The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells is closing with its last day on September 27, marking the end of a well-loved cafe and restaurant staple in the town.
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EPA Shelves Biden’s Chemical Spill Rule Until 2030 And Strips Its Climate Mandates
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Five Enduring Songs Span Generations
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— Sep 13, 2026
Across five profiles, the stories behind enduring songs reveal how personal upheaval and real-life episodes fuel iconic music: Dancing in the Moonlight grew from a violent St. Croix assault that inspired Sherman Kelly to write a hopeful anthem; Wasted Days and Wasted Nights emerged after Freddy Fender’s legal troubles delayed its release; These Days, Browne’s youthful ballad, has endured as a powerful reflection on youth and regret; Moonlight Feels Right became Starbuck’s breakthrough with its distinctive marimba-driven sound; and Alice’s Restaurant Massacred was born from Guthrie’s Thanksgiving littering arrest, a satire that shaped his anti-war-era classic.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Starbucks Promotes Social Distancing in Temporarily Moving to ‘To Go’ Orders
Reporting
— Mar 16, 2020
For at least the next two weeks, coffee drinkers will have no choice but to take their orders “to go” at Starbucks. “We have made the decision to move to our next level of protocols,” Rossann Williams, Starbucks Coffee…
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Over 1,000 Starbucks Workers Go on Strike to Protest Dress Code
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— May 14, 2025
The union representing Starbucks workers announced Wednesday that more than 1,000 Starbucks baristas are going on strike at 75 different locations across the U.S. According to the Associated Press , the strike is in…
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Starbucks Allegedly Makes Massive ‘Pride’ Month Move That Has Woke Workers Furious
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— Jun 14, 2023
The massive coffee chain Starbucks is a well-known purveyor of LGBT propaganda. The massive coffee chain Starbucks is trying to erase all things LGBT. Those two seemingly competing criticisms have both been hurled…
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Protesters Standing in Cement Blocks Call for Starbucks to ‘End the Vegan Upcharge’
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— Aug 19, 2022
The movement to end Starbucks’ non-dairy “upcharge” has engaged in new tactics in Nashville, Tennessee. On Thursday, protesters who oppose Starbucks’ decision to charge higher prices for plant-based drinks planted…
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Focus without distraction is the real professional edge
Knowledge workers, writers, and managers whose days vanish into email get a structural case for reclaiming attention.
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Starbucks Asks Labor Board to Suspend Mail-In Voting After 'Infected' Union Election
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— Aug 16, 2022
Starbucks is asking the National Labor Relations Board to suspend mail-in union elections after an election in the Kansas City area did not go its way. According to Fox Business , Starbucks wrote a letter to the…
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Starbucks CEO Niccol Boosts Traffic but Squeezes Profit Margins
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— Sep 9, 2026
Two years into Brian Niccol’s tenure as Starbucks CEO, the turnaround is a qualified success as store renovations, staffing, and marketing lift customer traffic, but the Back to Starbucks plan has raised costs and squeezed margins. The strategy prioritizes customer experience over near-term margins, includes high-profile marketing and international pivots, and has seen shares rise since his appointment, though still lagging the broader market.
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Maya Lindstrom
They should find ways to control costs soon or the margin pressure will start hurting growth plans.
Madonna vs Lady Gaga
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Starbucks Announces It Will ‘No Longer Have a Brand Presence’ in Russia
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— May 23, 2022
Starbucks is joining the ranks of companies that are ending their presence in Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. In a press release Monday, the coffee chain said, “As we mentioned on March 8, we have suspended…
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Actor Superglues His Hand to Counter at Starbucks
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— May 11, 2022
Actor James Cromwell superglued his hand to a counter at Starbucks for a protest. CNN noted the Tuesday protest was coordinated with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The outlet mentioned Cromwell’s…
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Starbucks Unexpectedly Drops All Vaccine Requirements, Joining Growing Movement of Companies
Opinion
— Jan 20, 2022
It seems the tide has been turning against vaccine mandates. And now one of the biggest and most unexpected names yet has dropped its own requirements for employees. Starbucks Chief Operating Officer John Culver…
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America’s War On Cartels Gets A War On Terror Makeover
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 11h
Starbucks Announces It Will Pause All Advertising on Social Media Platforms
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— Jun 28, 2020
Starbucks is taking a stand against hate speech after the coffee giant announced Sunday it will be pausing advertising across all social media platforms. “We believe in bringing communities together, both in-person and…
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What were you actually built to do?
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Not the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.
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Starbucks Closing Stores and Layoffs Workers As Part Of Restructuring Deal
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— Sep 25, 2025
Starbucks announced Thursday it is launching a sweeping $1 billion restructuring plan that will close hundreds of coffeehouses across North America and lay off nearly a thousand employees, as the company struggles to…
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HR Professionals Are Losing Their Minds Over The Prospect Of Listening To Robby Starbuck
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— Sep 17, 2025
Some HR professionals are reportedly up in arms that the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has invited conservative activist Robby Starbuck to speak on a panel at SHRM’s fall conference. SHRM announced in…
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Starbucks Manager Receives $40K for New Car From Caring Community Members
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— Sep 4, 2023
Karen Collingsworth received a massive surprise from her community after her car was broken into and destroyed. They raised $40,000 for her. Sunny Skyz reported the Huntington, West Virginia, Starbucks manager suffered…
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Starbucks Shutters Seven Stores In Crime-Ridden Parts Of San Francisco
Reporting
— Oct 4, 2023
Starbucks plans to close seven stores located in downtown San Francisco in October, a spokesperson for the company confirmed. The corporation looked into “several factors” when it decided to close the seven locations…
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Purpose builds the loyalty that features cannot buy
Founders, marketers, and team leaders who want belief-driven followership instead of deal-chasing customers get the reframe here.
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Starbucks Barista Speaks Out About Viral Video, Finding Out Sister Is Cancer-Free
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— Mar 7, 2022
Starbucks barista Emily Mejia is reflecting on the viral video of her finding out that her 13-year-old sister, Megan, is now cancer-free. “That’s probably the happiest moment of my life. I was just, I just was in…
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Starbucks Employees Deliver Secret Message to Teen After Noticing Harassment
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— Feb 24, 2022
Being alert and aware of your surroundings is a beneficial skill to cultivate on a personal level, and as one Starbucks team proved, it can help others, too. An 18-year-old high school senior was studying at one of the…
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Starbucks to Require Customers to Wear Face Masks in Its Stores
Reporting
— Jul 9, 2020
As COVID-19 cases around the country continue to surge, Starbucks Coffee Company is announcing a new policy to help prevent the spread of the virus. In a new press release on Thursday, the coffee chain announced it is…
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Former Starbucks Executive Files Lawsuit Alleging Wrongful Termination After She Raised Safety Concerns
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— Feb 4, 2026
A former Starbucks executive is suing the coffee giant, alleging she was fired after raising serious safety and financial concerns about a new proprietary equipment system the company touted to investors as a game…
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Trans Starbucks Worker Who Berated Customer in Viral Video Pays a Big Price – And it Could Get Even Worse
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— May 12, 2023
A barista at a Starbucks location in the U.K. has lost his job and is being investigated by police for alleged assault following the release of a viral video of his meltdown over seemingly being misgendered. Video of…
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Anthropic’s AI Sent Police A False Report Of A Homicide
Dylan Kresak · 2 min · 12h
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