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Panera has updated its bakery items with five new pastries and three croissant breakfast sandwiches, the chain said Wednesday in a press release. This year, the chain has undertaken several menu transformations, the biggest of which rolled out in April with new or enhanced sandwiches, salads and mac and cheese.

Panera bakes up new pastries, sweets

I can’t say for sure that there are no cockroach parts in your ground coffee, but there’s no documented evidence of widespread contamination. It’s most likely an urban myth. In any case, the insects are packed full of nutrients, including calcium, magnesium and iron. The US Food...

Why there could be beetle poop and larvae in your next coffee (and how to avoid them)

After eight years of testing dark chocolate, a new study reveals many products were contaminated with lead and cadmium — two heavy metals toxic to human health. Organic chocolates were “significantly more likely” to have higher levels of both heavy metals than conventional options, researchers at George Washington University and ConsumerLab.com reported Wednesday in Frontiers in Nutrition.

Many dark chocolate products contain heavy metals, study finds. 1 type stood out

As parents across the country prepare to send their kids back to school, they’ll be counting on quick breakfasts to get their kids out the door with a full belly. Those same parents will be counting on coffee to perk them up in the morning so they have the energy to wrangle their kids as they get accustomed to their morning routines again.

Eggo Just Released a First-of-Its-Kind Product in 5 Fun Flavors

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Roxboro, NC

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According to Travel alot, Roxboro, North Carolina, holds the unfortunate title of the most miserable city in the state. Several factors contribute to this designation, including high poverty rates, low median household income, and high crime rates.

North Carolina City Named The 'Most Miserable' In The State

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

There's a certain charm to the nostalgic whistle of a stovetop kettle, but with the constant cacophony of noise from my littles, I'd rather get my boiling water without the fanfare. For that reason alone, an electric kettle is one of the best kitchen purchases I've ever made. I've owned...

This $18.99 ALDI Find Is a Copycat of a $100 Williams Sonoma Product

Many people are turning to plant-based milks as an alternative to dairy milk. Their reasons vary, with some looking for an allergy-friendly option and others choosing to follow a plant-based diet. Of all the plant-based milks on the market, oat milk stands out as one that’s versatile while also being...

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Oat Milk Regularly

Crystal River, FL

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One steak dinner that might have left a bad taste recently is Cody's Roadhouse in Crystal River. The restaurant, located at 305 SE US Hwy 19, was temporarily shut down following a state inspection that uncovered a series of violations.

Florida steakhouse closed again due to dead roaches, bad odors, live insects and roaches

Eden, NC

North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Starbucks just dropped a brand new ‘Smoked Butterscotch’ coffee flavor for fall. As much as we all love to stop at Starbucks for a little treat (particularly in the fall, when the coffee chain rolls out its best menu of the year, hands down), that can really add up in price. Starbucks drinks are a splurge, not an everyday expense. So when you need your daily pick-me-up, how about a fall-inspired drink from Starbucks’ flavored coffees available in grocery stores?

Starbucks announces Pumpkin Spice is back on shelves – and debuts new coffee flavor

Emily Standley Allard

In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Whether you’re enjoying a cup of cold brew as a morning pick-me-up or savoring an after-dinner coffee or espresso to wind down after a long day, mastering how to store coffee grounds vs. beans will help ensure that you’re experiencing the freshest and most flavorful cup possible. The...

How to Store Coffee—Find Out Once and For All If Freezer or Pantry Is Best

Baltimore, MD

This story is part of CNBC Make It's Millennial Money series, which details how people around the world earn, spend and save their money. In 2007, Alex Smith had no designs on building a multi-state restaurant group that brings in nine figures annually. He just wanted to open an ice cream shop.

40-year-old's restaurant group could bring in $200 million this year—he started with an ice cream shop, fresh out of college

California State

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Jacksonville, FL

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Two Jacksonville men suspected of running a large drug operation between California and Jacksonville have been indicted in a drive-by shooting on Interstate 95 that injured two people.

2 indicted in drug-related shooting on I-95

Is your coffee shop habit starting to bite into your budget? It might be time to switch back to a more affordable grocery store option. But be warned—not all coffee you find on store shelves is created equal. While some top brands have enjoyed long-term popularity, their taste doesn’t always match. Despite clever marketing and appealing packaging, some store-bought coffees are still stuck in the past with stale flavors and lackluster quality. Let’s explore some of the worst store-bought coffees according to taste tests across seven websites and see which ones are worth avoiding. Do you have a least favorite? Let us know below.

The 7 Worst Grocery Store Coffees | Expert Consensus List

Irvine, CA

NewSantaAna

The Irvine Police Department’s Spectrum team was notified of a woman shoplifting at Sephora on Wednesday. When loss prevention tried to stop her, she refused to stop. As the Spectrum team arrived, loss prevention lost the suspect in the parking lot. An excellent citizen told the officers they observed the suspect enter a white Tesla and crawl into the trunk.

Shoplifter arrested after hiding in her Tesla’s trunk at the Irvine Spectrum

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Making coffee or espresso drinks can be as simple or complicated as you'd like it to be. It's easy enough to load coffee grounds into a drip coffee maker, takes a bit more effort to grind your own beans and work a French press, and greater proficiency is required to start steaming milk for lattes or flat whites. Lattes also open new avenues to the trickiest knack of all: latte art. This unique form of expression is made by skillfully and deliberately pouring steamed milk onto the espresso to form patterns and designs. In time, you'll be showing off your artistic talent, however, if you're just starting out, your latte art is more likely to resemble a Rorschach test than a tulip.

A Coffee Expert's Advice On Making Latte Art For Beginner Home Baristas

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been four years since the charismatic and rugged actor Robert Conrad died at 84. Best known for feature films like Palm Springs Weekend, and the trio of hit TV shows, Hawaiian Eye, Wild Wild West, and Black Sheep Squadron (a.k.a., Baa Baa Black Sheep), Robert Conrad was one tough cookie. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Tough Guy' Actor Robert Conrad ('Wild, Wild West): 4 Years After His Tragic Death

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A new class of scrappy roasters are making the Bay Area’s most exciting coffees

The toasty smell of roasting coffee wafts out as Tanya Rao leans over a spiraling pool of ever-darkening beans. Around her, other roasters hunch over their...

A new class of scrappy roasters are making the Bay Area’s most exciting coffees

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