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☆ Doughnuts, smoothies, pizza, MoonPie, eyewear — brands are going all out-of-this-world with solar eclipse-themed goodies
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-04 | by ( Parija Bhatnagar | Parija Kavilanz | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

On Monday, April 8, millions of people will witness a rare total solar eclipse as it passes over Mexico, the United States and Canada. For starters, Pizza Hut will give customers a “Total Eclipse of the Hut” deal on eclipse day, offering any large-sized pizza for $12. This is the second time Krispy Kreme has created a new one pegged to a total solar eclipse. Back in 2017, during the last total solar eclipse in the US, the brand used chocolate to cover its original glazed doughnut. NASA recommends wearing a set of eclipse glasses that complies with the ISO 12312-2 international standard when viewing any solar eclipse.

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☆ Cocoa and coffee prices have soared to record highs — and Citi says there may still be room to run
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-04 | by ( Sam Meredith | In Samuelmeredith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Citi says a record-breaking rally for cocoa and coffee prices could yet have further room to run, citing adverse weather conditions and demand expectations. In New York, benchmark ICE cocoa futures traded 1.6% lower at $9,370 per metric ton on Thursday. Citi expects cocoa trading to stabilize in a range between $9,000 to $10,000 per metric ton over the next three to four weeks. Citi said cocoa grindings, which result from bean processing and are a measure of demand, will be one key factor likely to determine whether prices have any further upside. Overall, Citi says it remains "mildly bearish" on cocoa prices through to year-end and more so in the 2025 calendar year.

Organizations: Citi Locations: New York, London

☆ GOP politicians like Ron DeSantis are trying to ban lab-grown meat, comparing it to bugs and claiming threats to ranches
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-01 | by ( Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The bills say that lab-grown meat threatens existing industries, such as cattle ranching. Ron DeSantis has expressed opposition to lab-grown meat. Some of the legislation says that lab-grown meat — also known as cultured meat — threatens states' current agricultural economies. If passed, the legislation would create a civil penalty of up to $25,000 for selling or producing lab-grown meat in Arizona. AdvertisementFor years, lab-grown meat startups have been promising meat without the need to slaughter animals.

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☆ My family’s from the Greek island of longevity, where people often live to 100: The 12 foods we always eat
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-01 | by ( Diane Kochilas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Try: Broad beans (aka, fava beans)ChickpeasGigantes (giant beans)LentilsSplit peasChickpea stew with honey-roasted cauliflower and root vegetables, from Diane Kochilas's book "The Ikaria Way." GrainsWhole grains are an integral part of the Ikaria diet. Olive oilOlive oil is the defining food of the Mediterranean diet and an absolute must in the pantry. Many of the health benefits associated with the Mediterranean diet, and, by extension, the Ikaria diet, are attributed to the health properties of olive oil. If goat's milk yogurt isn't to your liking, you might prefer the Greek yogurt commonly found in American supermarkets, which is similarly rich in probiotics.

Persons: Dan Buettner, I've, Diane Kochilas's, Diane Kochilas, Yiorgos Stenos, Oregano Savory, Diane Locations: Ikarians, North America, Europe, Greece, Olive

☆ Linda Bean, an L.L. Bean Heir and a Conservative Donor, Dies at 82
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-28 | by ( Trip Gabriel | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Linda Bean, an heir to the Maine outdoor retailer L.L. Bean who created a company of her own to market other famous Maine products, chiefly lobster rolls and seaside rentals, and who was an outspoken conservative in a state with a tradition of favoring political independents, died on Saturday. She was 82. An obituary, which did not cite a cause or say where she died, was posted by the funeral home handling her burial. Ms. Bean was a granddaughter of Leon Leonwood Bean, the purveyor of rubber-soled duck boots and plaid flannel shirts that crossed over from hunters to preppies, fueling the company’s growth into a national catalog behemoth and one of Maine’s largest employers.

Persons: Linda Bean, Bean, Leon Leonwood Bean, Donald J, Wyeth Organizations: Trump Locations: Maine

☆ UK Libor trader Hayes loses appeal against rate-rigging conviction
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-27 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Thomas Hayes, a former trader at banks including UBS Group AG and Citigroup, on Aug 3, 2015. Tom Hayes, the first trader jailed worldwide for interest rate rigging, lost his appeal against his conviction in a London court on Wednesday. Hayes, a former star Citigroup and UBS trader, was convicted in 2015 of conspiracy to defraud by manipulating Libor, a benchmark rate once used to price trillions of financial products globally. His appeal against his conviction was heard alongside that of Carlo Palombo, a former Barclays trader convicted in 2019 of skewing Libor's euro equivalent, Euribor. Hayes and Palombo were given 14 days to apply for permission to appeal to the Supreme Court.

Persons: Thomas Hayes, Tom Hayes, Hayes, Libor, Carlo Palombo, Palombo's, David Bean, Palombo Organizations: UBS Group AG, Citigroup, UBS, Prosecutors, London, Barclays, Deutsche Bank, Supreme Locations: London, U.S

☆ 11 Easter dinner side dishes you can make in a slow cooker
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-27 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Easter dinner can be a perfect opportunity to try out new recipes in your Crock-Pot or slow cooker. Side dishes like carrots, scalloped potatoes, and green-bean casserole can be made in a slow cooker. You can even use a slow cooker to make your Easter ham. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Easter meals typically include dishes like ham, lamb, potatoes, and fresh seasonal vegetables.

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☆ I tried 30 of Trader Joe's seasonal spring products, and there are only a few I wouldn't buy again
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Savanna Swain-Wilson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +44 min

AdvertisementOther candy makers should take notes because Trader Joe's clearly knows what it's doing when it comes to chocolate. I fell in love with the lemon-and-ricotta ravioli's tasty fillingThis lemon-and-ricotta option is my new favorite Trader Joe's ravioli. These blueberry-and-lemon hand pies are the perfect pastry for the spring seasonThe blueberry-and-lemon hand pies from Trader Joe's look homemade. Trader Joe's Portuguese custard tarts totally lived up to the hypeTrader Joe's Portuguese custard tarts blew me away. If someone told me Trader Joe's lemon sheet cake came from a fancy bakery, I wouldn't question it for a second.

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☆ Cocoa prices are rising so fast they are outpacing bitcoin — just in time for Easter
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-23 | by ( Kenneth Niemeyer | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Cocoa prices have nearly doubled in 2024 and are outpacing bitcoin in the last 12 months. Rising cocoa costs may drive up Easter chocolate prices. AdvertisementCocoa prices are so high that parents might wish to use their Easter chocolate as a tax write-off this year. Cocoa prices were already on a steady incline in 2023, but the product has nearly doubled in price so far this year, according to Bloomberg. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: —, Bean Organizations: Hershey, Cadbury, Service, Bloomberg, Business Locations: New York

☆ A chef opened a tiny dessert spot in Tokyo that sells shaved ice for $18 a bowl. I know it's a massive markup, and I'd still pay for it again.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-23 | by ( Tammy Kwan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

The shaved ice features unique textures, temperatures, and toppings. AdvertisementA few other customers ordered just before I did, so I patiently waited for my shaved ice to be prepared. But then, I started to taste the thinly shaved ice with the sweet red beans, fresh cream, and milk syrup. I would definitely come back againI have eaten my fair share of shaved ice around the world. In addition to kakigōri in Japan, I'm a fan of bingsu (milk-based Korean shaved ice) in Korea and ice kachang (shaved ice with mixed toppings) in Singapore.

Persons: —, Azuki, Miho Horio, Horio, Kouri, Tammy Kwan Azuki, Miho's, Tammy Kwan, would've, I'm Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Tokyo, Niseko, Yoyogi, Shibuya, Japan, Kouri, Korea, Singapore

☆ How Trader Joe's Mini Tote Bags and Stanley Cups Became so Popular
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-14 | by ( Emily Stewart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Trader Joe's mini tote bags are the new Stanley cups. Trader Joe's earlier this year released a limited-edition set of canvas bags that look like its normal-sized bags but are smaller. The Trader Joe's bags are cute, I guess? Ask someone who's not very online if they've heard about the Trader Joe's tote bags, and you'll probably get a "huh?" AdvertisementIf you got a coveted Trader Joe's mini tote bag, congratulations.

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☆ Dave Calhoun was the CEO hired to fix Boeing. It has been in crisis since he took over
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-14 | by ( Allison Morrow | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

So how does CEO Dave Calhoun still have a job? Boeing said it is working closely with regulators’ investigations and has plans in place to improve safety measures at its production facilities. Boeing’s 737 Max problems would be egregious enough on its own. But Dave Calhoun, Boeing’s chief executive since 2020, remains in his job, as does the entire C-suite at the time of this writing. Boeing hired Calhoun to right the ship.

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A white button-down might be the only piece of clothing that you can wear both on a beach and in a boardroom. Whether you're looking to pair the button-down with a great pair of jeans or searching for a versatile swimsuit coverup, we've curated a guide with the best white button-down for you. Learn moreWhat to look for in a white button-down? How to style a white button-downThe most classic way to wear a white button-down is tucked in under a suit. In the summer, you can pair a white button-down with denim shorts or lightweight, airy pants.

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It's a tall order for one coffee machine to accomplish multiple brewing methods easily and well. The Spinn Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine does it all in one smart, futuristic-looking machine. It falls into the super-automatic category of espresso machines, similar to another top pick, the Jura Z10 Espresso Machine. During setup, you must pair with the Spinn app: this is the only way to initiate maintenance functions. AdvertisementCleaningSeeing the dry grounds takes getting used to — I was almost tempted to try brewing them in my standard drip coffee machine.

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☆ Greggs overtakes McDonald’s to become king of the British breakfast
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Anna Cooban | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Brits are going crazy for the bacon and sausage buns offered by Greggs, an 85-year-old chain of budget bakeries that just posted its best-ever performance. Pre-tax profit also jumped more than 13% last year to a record high of nearly £168 million ($213 million). Greggs’ breakfast meal deal — which includes a sausage, bacon or omelette-filled bun and a drink — starts at £2.85 ($3.62), and is particularly popular with customers, a company spokesperson told CNN. Sales grew to a record £1.8 billion ($2.3 billion) last year, up from £1.2 billion ($1.5 billion) in 2021. Greggs café, Tasty by Greggs, inside Primark's Oxford Street store in London in October 2022.

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☆ Go Big With Bibimbap
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-03 | by ( Sam Sifton | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

On Sunday, I like a project in the kitchen more than on any other day. It’s a chance to work at the stove without the need to get something on the table in 45 minutes, a time to stretch my skill set. Vivian Chan’s new recipe for bibimbap (above) suits beautifully. The dish traces its history to the last dynastic kingdom of Korea, the Josean, which lasted 500 years. It’s a showstopper of a meal with loads of components: a flavorful mixture of rice topped with bulgogi, shiitake mushrooms, bean sprouts, spinach, carrots and cucumbers, drizzled with a spicy gochujang sauce.

Persons: It’s, Vivian Chan’s Locations: Korea

☆ Why the hottest commodity of 2024 could be in for a rude awakening
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Lisa Kailai Han | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Cocoa prices rose to a red-hot sizzle this Valentine's Day — but they could soon be due for a reckoning, according to Citi. Cocoa futures finished 25.5% higher in February, cinching their biggest monthly gain since November 2001, when they rose 31.66%. Cocoa supply might increase on one side of the equation, but Doshi cautioned that demand might also be weighed down by consumption risks. Even against this backdrop, Doshi highlighted that it might take some time before cocoa prices completely retreat off their record highs. "Our base case remains that cocoa terminal prices will enter a bear market by end-2024, off a historically rich nominal price area."

Persons: Aakash, Doshi, haven't, Chocolate, Hershey, — CNBC's Michael Bloom, Gina Francolla Organizations: Citi, Wall Street, Nestle Locations: …

☆ Beyond Meat plans to hike prices as part of a huge turnaround plan to fight slumping sales of plant-based meat
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewBeyond Meat has unveiled details of a massive turnaround plan, including raising the prices of its plant-based meat, as it struggles with slumping sales. Advertisement"This change in strategy does not reflect an abandonment of our long-sought price parity goal," Brown said, referring to the company's goal of making plant-based meat the same price as animal meat. Some products, including those in grocery stores, would barely change in price, Brown said. Misinformation about plant-based meat is 'scaring customers away'Beyond Meat posted net revenues for 2023 were $343.4 million, a decrease of 18% compared to 2022. It attributed declining US sales to weak demand for plant-based products, as well as Beyond Meat offering more discounts.

Persons: —, Ethan Brown, Brown, Lubi Kutua Organizations: Service, Business, Bosh

☆ Willy Wonka-inspired experience sparks outrage and online mockery after police called to event
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

People there became so angry on Saturday that the police were called, Police Scotland confirmed to CNN, the event was canceled, and the story went viral on social media. “There was a crowd of people outside all furious,” Paul Connell, one of the actors hired to perform at the event told CNN on Wednesday. “I saw people shouting, the people running the event were crying … It was absolute chaos. Jack Proctor and his family were among those attending the experience, and they arrived once the event had been open for a couple of hours, he told CNN on Wednesday. “We were met by groups of families leaving the event, looking utterly bewildered,” he said.

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☆ In Chicago, It’s Summer in February
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-27 | by ( Julie Bosman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

February is usually frigid perfection for the ice rink at Millennium Park in downtown Chicago, a favorite winter stop for tourists and local families that stands in the shadow of the reflective sculpture known as the Bean. Under an intense sun and 70-degree air temperatures, water slowly trickled out of the empty rink, flooding the surrounding concrete. Winter in Chicago — or the lack of it — reached an unnerving peak on Tuesday, when meteorologists predicted that the city could break a 48-year-old high-temperature record. Around the city, it looked like summer: Apartment windows were pushed open to catch the warm breeze. Restaurants set up tables and chairs on sidewalks for al fresco lunch service, a rare sight in a Chicago February.

Persons: Bean, — Locations: Chicago

☆ The gut-healthy lunch this gastroenterologist eats most days is filling and easy to make
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-24 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a gut health doctor, shared his go-to lunch with Business Insider. He eats bean chili with healthy sides most days for a filling and simple lunch. His lunch contains lots of fiber, which is great for gut health and longevity. AdvertisementA gut health expert shared the healthy, filling lunch he eats most days. Bulsiewicz eats his chili with farro, a whole grain, seasoned with turmeric and black pepper.

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☆ I tried the viral 6-to-1 grocery-shopping method. I saved money and wasted less food.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-23 | by ( Paige Bennett | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I tried the viral 6-to-1 grocery-shopping method to see if it could improve my life. I saved money and minimized food waste, so I plan on using the 6-to-1 method again in the future. The 6-to-1 grocery-shopping method went viral when Chef Will Coleman posted a video on TikTok about how he grocery shops. So, I did the same when I tried the 6-to-1 method. Overall, the 6-to-1 method was handy, and I'd use it againI used almost all the groceries I purchased for this experiment.

Persons: —, you’ve, Will Coleman, Coleman, Paige Bennett, ricotta, pesto, Parmesan Organizations: Service

☆ This simple job interview trick can help you get hired 'on the spot,' says 19-year recruiting pro—but most people skip it
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-23 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

In a job interview, your body language can make or break your chances of landing an offer. This means that, in a job interview, how you speak is just as important as what you say, says Bert Bean, CEO of the staffing firm Insight Global. Bean has interviewed hundreds of job applicants in his 19-year career as a recruiter-turned-CEO. Showing that you are energized and enthusiastic about a role is the top "green flag" hiring managers look for in a job interview, Shekhinah Bass, an executive at Goldman Sachs, told CNBC Make It in August. It's important to note, however, that body language isn't the only way to show your enthusiasm or engagement during a job interview.

Persons: Bert Bean, Bean, He's, it's, Shekhinah, Goldman Sachs, Bass Organizations: Research, Insight, CNBC

☆ Beyond Meat launches new, healthier version of burger in bid to bring back customers
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Amelia Lucas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The latest iteration of the Beyond Burger, made with avocado oil and 20% less sodiumBeyond Meat is launching a new version of its plant-based burger in grocery stores this spring, betting that an even healthier version of its burgers will lure back consumers. The plant-based meat category, once buzzy, has lost consumers' interest. Retail sales of meat alternatives had fallen 33.6% compared with a year ago as of Jan. 28, according to Circana data. "For the last several years, there have been a combination of campaigns and other efforts to try to poison the well, regarding the health benefits of plant-based meat," Brown said. Critics have attacked plant-based meat from Beyond and its rivals as processed and full of chemicals.

Persons: Ethan Brown, Brown, we've, Critics, — Kate Rogers Organizations: CNBC, Stanford University School of Medicine

☆ Starbucks launched a pork-flavored coffee in China. It costs $10 and is dividing people.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Huileng Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Starbucks has launched a pork-flavored coffee in China. The Seattle-based coffee giant recently rolled out a pork-flavored latte in China for the Chinese New Year season that started on February 10. The pork-flavored coffee has gone viral on Chinese social media — mostly because people were wondering if it's for real. The Starbucks beverage is far more expensive than rival Luckin Coffee, which can cost as little as $1.40 thanks to aggressive discounts. Sales of Luckin Coffee overtook Starbucks in China in the second quarter of last year.

Persons: —, Savory Latte, Lucky Savory Latte, Instagram, Luckin Organizations: Starbucks, Service, Business Locations: China, Seattle, Shanghai, Starbucks China, Hong Kong

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