A viral story of a kindhearted barista sparked debate online after she took the initiative regarding her concerns for a younger customer. Mom’s Story Goes Viral A Starbucks barista was recognized by a mother in Corpus Christi, Texas, after her daughter was approached by an older gentleman. The barista was worried for the girl’s safety […]
When you go to Starbucks (or any other similar establishment), do you expect that things are going to be as “real” and “fresh” as their marketing claims to be? While most of us would say no, some disgruntled customers have had enough of the lies. One customer from New York has decided to take Starbucks […]
None of the other nearly 33,000 Starbucks on Earth are like the one LeBron James just opened in Akron, Ohio. It is a part of his quest to break cyclical poverty in his hometown. LeBron James, the famous basketball player, has opened a Starbucks in Akron, his hometown. James’ foundation has transformed the former Tangier […]
After undergoing 40 hours of barista training and donning the green apron, Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan has decided to work at a Starbucks cafe once a month. In a world where CEOs are known for their high salary and lavish bonuses, this surprises some. This decision has sparked discussions about the role of CEOs and […]
A couple from Oklahoma recently alleged that a Starbucks branch had charged nearly $4,500 for a couple of coffee orders. Deedee and Jesse O’Dell stated that their average tab for the coffee was usually around $10, but this time around, it was at a whopping $4,456.2 on the 7th of January. According to Deedee, she […]
In the US, the amount of people with student debt is the highest it has ever been. Those in their twenties come out of university equipped with a degree, or a diploma, but little opportunity to pay it off. This is why so many have to take up work while they are studying, which could […]
It’s no secret that we are facing uncertain times. While that has always been true to some degree, we are suddenly seeing crises on a much larger, global, scale. The impact that the Covid-19 pandemic has had, has been astronomical. Inflation has skyrocketed, resources are not as readily available, and wait times have increased significantly […]
Costco is known for its bargain deals, many of which come from its Kirkland Signature brand. However, some people might skip Kirkland to buy more familiar brands, assuming they are better quality. But both products might be exactly the same, aside from the price and label. See, Costco doesn’t produce Kirkland items itself; they are […]
The world-renowned fast-food chain, McDonald’s, boasts an impressive global footprint, with over 36,000 locations spread across nearly all continents, Antarctica being the sole exception.1 A considerable chunk of these outlets, over 1,400 in total, are across South America. Yet, Bolivia, a Latin American nation, distinctly stands out in this narrative as a country that effectively […]
It’s in the pipeline – California voters are set to decide in the following year on a referendum that could change the fast food industry. The new state law could see the minimum wage increased to $22 per hour for fast-food employees. This is happening in the nation’s largest state. A lot is hanging on […]
Ever since the pandemic hit, most of us have been under work-from-home employment. And let’s be honest- it does get pretty tedious at times (for some of us) as we keep looking at the same screen for hours on end. This is where creativity is applauded, as we see from this TikTok video where a […]
When we are traveling via flight, there are a few things that occupy our heads. But one thing we don’t concern ourselves with is whether we should wear shorts. According to a flight attendant who goes by the handle @tommucimato on TikTok, that is something we should actually focus on. Recently, he uploaded a video […]
