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Starbucks debuts new air-whipped coffee drink with a twist

A South Korean favorite lands on U.S. menus alongside new fall pies, even as the coffee giant quietly trims its store count Starbucks launches the Aerocano, an air-whipped iced espresso drink, in U.S. stores on Tuesday, Sept. 29, to mark National Coffee Day. The drink, which first became a hit in South Korea, joins the…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 29, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

Avocado toast deserves better — and so does your morning

Your favorite brunch staple is already a wellness win, but a few intentional swaps can turn it into a breakfast that truly loves you back Let's be honest: avocado toast has become a whole mood. It's the brunch order that photographs beautifully, the quick breakfast that feels a little luxurious and the kind of meal…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 28, 20260Comments

Health

Study on Glucose Fluctuations Uncovers a Surprising Twist in Well-Being

New research headed to a major diabetes meeting in Milan finds that steadier blood sugar lifts next-day mood, but a little wobble may not be the enemy. Glucose readings are a constant companion for millions of people living with diabetes, a running tally of spikes, dips and targets. A new study suggests those numbers may…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 28, 20260Comments

Music

Keyshia Cole, Spice Join Cardi B’s explosive Jamaica takeover

BZR WKND has revealed the full lineup for its biggest night yet, and the Kingston stadium show is shaping up to be a cross-genre party the Caribbean won't soon forget. Kingston is about to get loud. The organizers of BZR WKND, the four-day music and culture festival in Jamaica's capital, announced the complete roster on…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 28, 20260Comments

Self

Confidence and impostor syndrome. What to do when you doubt

Confidence is built through action, not waited for. It grows through small, specific steps taken exactly where self-doubt is strongest. Researchers have studied one form of that doubt for decades. Psychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes named the impostor phenomenon in 1978. A 2020 systematic review of 62 studies covering more than 14,000 people found…

ByGesi LloydSeptember 26, 20260Comments

Dating

Relationship habits that quietly kill love, and the fix

Most relationships don't end with a blowup. They fade through small habits that feel harmless, like scrolling side by side on the couch, skipping the thank you, putting your partner last and assuming you already know what they think. Relationship researcher John Gottman found that newlywed couples who were still married six years later had…

ByGesi LloydSeptember 26, 20260Comments

Dating

6 viral dating tips that deserve a second look

TikTok can be a useful place to discover workout ideas, beauty products and home inspiration. But when it comes to dating and relationships, viral advice may not always tell the whole story. Short form videos can make complicated relationship dynamics sound simple. A catchy phrase can quickly become a dating rule, encouraging people to interpret…

ByDorcas OnasaSeptember 26, 20260Comments

Beauty

Is castor oil the secret to better skin? 8 facts

Castor oil has been a longtime staple in beauty routines, particularly among people looking for ways to moisturize dry skin or condition their hair. But the thick, plant derived oil has a history that extends well beyond beauty. Made from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, castor oil contains a high concentration of ricinoleic…

ByDorcas OnasaSeptember 26, 20260Comments

Lifestyle

Social media break signs you might be ignoring right now

A social media break can help your mental health, and new research shows how much. A study in JAMA Network Open found that young adults who quit social media for one week cut their anxiety symptoms by about 16%, depression symptoms by nearly 25% and insomnia by about 15%. But the break did not fix…

ByGesi LloydSeptember 25, 20260Comments

Business

Starbucks closures start in days, is your store next?

Starbucks is closing about 250 coffeehouses across North America this week, the company said Thursday, Sept. 24. It is the second major wave of closures under CEO Brian Niccol, who took over in 2024. The cuts amount to roughly 1% of Starbucks' more than 18,000 North American stores. Some locations are already listed as closed…

ByGesi LloydSeptember 25, 20260Comments

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Starbucks debuts new air-whipped coffee drink with a twist

Avocado toast deserves better — and so does your morning

Study on Glucose Fluctuations Uncovers a Surprising Twist in Well-Being

Keyshia Cole, Spice Join Cardi B’s explosive Jamaica takeover

Confidence and impostor syndrome. What to do when you doubt

Relationship habits that quietly kill love, and the fix

6 viral dating tips that deserve a second look

Is castor oil the secret to better skin? 8 facts

Starbucks closures start in days, is your store next?

Bad money habits costing you thousands every year

Sunscreen myths Black people have been told for too long

Breast cancer warning signs many women miss