Starbucks just launched its new protein cold foam lineup. It nails what some protein drinks miss.

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I found the Starbucks protein cold foam lineup well executed, with pleasant flavors and none of the gritty texture that some protein drinks struggle with.

Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert

Gen Z's hanging out at chill parties over raves, but this alcohol exec says there's still an in for the booze business

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People gather for a picnic near the Banpo Bridge, which stretches over the Han River in Seoul on August 8, 2025.
Gen Zers are enjoying low-energy spaces like parks just as much as high-energy spaces like clubs, Suntory's executive said.

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PepsiCo's CEO says fiber will be the next protein

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"Consumers are starting to understand that fiber is the benefit that they need," Pepsi CEO Ramon Laguarta said.

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I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap. My favorite pair was incredibly comfortable.

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I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Mike Vulpo

'There's risk in doing nothing': Domino's CMO on reinventing the beloved brand with a new logo and jingle

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Domino's new packaging
Domino's announced its rebranding initiative on Wednesday, featuring a new slogan, jingle, and updated packaging.

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An early Pop Mart investor said Chinese brands that want to make it big need to set their eyes on one market early on

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An early Pop Mart investor said there is one market Chinese brands need to gun for early on.

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This Midwestern gas chain just cut in front of Wawa, Sheetz, and Buc-ee's as the best convenience store in the US

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A new Kwik Trip location is seen in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Kwik Trip improved its score by six points from last year to top the 2025 rankings.

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Starbucks is closing hundreds of North American stores — here are the locations we know so far

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Starbucks customers wait in line.
Starbucks wait times have increased along with demand for cold drinks.

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I ordered from Temu and worried my order would be slapped with a tariff

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I've worked at Costco for 20 years. Here are 9 of the best things I'm seeing on shelves right now.

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A composite image of slipper shoes in black and brown colorways on display at Costco, and a hand holding a box of Panera Bread Southwest-style chicken soup.
As a longtime employee, I think Kirkland Signature slippers and Panera Bread Southwest-style chicken soup are two of the best things to get at Costco right now.

Veronica Thatcher

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