McDonald's CEO predicted peak drink innovation. I regret to inform you: He was right.

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The Orange Dream and Wtrawberry Watermelon Refresher drinks at McDonald's are part of the new "dirty soda" collection. I love it.

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I tried matcha lattes from Starbucks, Dunkin', and Tim Hortons. One was bitter, one was too milky, and one was just right.

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Nothing beats an iced matcha on a spring day.

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Starbucks is turning ChatGPT into your personal barista

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Starbucks' new ChatGPT app, which recommends drinks based on user prompts, is now in beta.

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Starbucks is making big changes to how staff get paid. Read the memo.

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Starbucks workers will soon see changes to how they receive their pay.

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Starbucks union lowers proposed wage floor to $17 in bid to restart contract talks

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The Starbucks union has adjusted its economic proposal in an effort to get management back to the bargaining table.

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Howard Schultz is the latest billionaire to ditch the West Coast for Miami

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Howard Schultz, the former Starbucks CEO, is leaving Seattle for Miami.

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Your favorite restaurant is becoming a tech company

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The new competitive edge for restaurant chains isn't just menu innovation — it's technological infrastructure.

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Starbucks' new spring menu includes drinks made with ube, lavender, and coconut. Here's how they taste.

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Starbucks has released three new spring drinks with ube, lavender, and coconut flavors.

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Starbucks investor group gears up for board fight over backsliding labor relations

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Starbucks baristas hold protest signs during a strike.
A showdown is brewing between Starbucks and its shareholders over ongoing labor tensions.

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The founder of a huge boba chain said he opened stores next to Starbucks to get a fraction of its customers

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Facade of Gong cha bubble tea shop with open sign and promotional posters on a sunny day, San Francisco, California, August 19, 2025.
Gong Cha's founder said he opened his first few stores in strategic locations.

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