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North West, the 13-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, told a Dazed interview she wants a regular job (like Starbucks) when she turns 14, while continuing her music career—sparking online debate about privilege and independence for children of famous parents.
North West, 13, told Dazed she hopes to snag a regular Starbucks job when she turns 14, as she pursues a music career and eyed future ventures, while also noting her famous parents won’t allow a bridge piercing.
Starbucks will stop covering GLP-1 weight-loss medications under its health plans for benefits-eligible employees starting in October, though the drugs may still be covered for other conditions; the change reflects a broader trend of employers reining in GLP-1 costs as healthcare bills rise, with some companies ending weight-loss coverage (Allina Health, PwC) while others continue substantial GLP-1 spending (Bank of America).
South Korean police searched Starbucks Korea’s headquarters amid an active investigation tied to a controversial ‘Tank Day’ ad campaign that sparked nationwide anger, led to the firing of the local CEO, prompted apologies from Starbucks Global, and followed by store closures for staff retraining and a sales decline.
Starbucks launches its fall lineup on Aug. 25, reintroducing Pumpkin Spice Latte alongside a broadened menu that adds new pumpkin-spice drinks (Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso, Pumpkin Spice Chai, Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha) and brings back Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino, while adding Banana Bread beverages and a new Chaider; the rollout also includes Pecan options, new savory bites (Chicken Bacon Protein Pocket) and pastries (Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin), plus PSL-themed merchandise and grocery products.
The tech stock selloff highlights a core investing lesson: massive, scalable companies focused on shareholder value tend to win even as AI spending remains uncertain. Meta’s cautious lack of specific 2027 capex guidance spooked investors, reinforcing the market’s aversion to hype, while the results from Starbucks and Coca‑Cola illustrate durable growth and profitability driven by fundamentals rather than AI ambitions.
Starbucks beat quarterly expectations with 7.9% same-store sales growth and adjusted EPS of $0.85 on $9.3 billion in revenue, helped by stronger North American demand and a China JV shift; the company raised its full-year guidance, with US comps above 6% and global growth near 6%, as CEO Brian Niccol pushes the “Back to Starbucks” plan to restore the iconic “third place.” The stock rose in after-hours trading.
Starbucks reported Q3 FY2026 results with consolidated net revenues of $9.32 billion (down 1% YoY) but global comparable store sales rose 7.9%, led by North America (+8.1%). Margins improved, with GAAP EPS of $0.91 and non-GAAP EPS of $0.85, as tariff refunds and cost discipline supported operating margin gains. The company completed tender offers using proceeds from the China sale and topped up its fiscal 2026 guidance: consolidated net revenues expected to be flat to slightly up, full-year non-GAAP EPS of $2.55–$2.65, and 600–650 net new stores globally, with US comp sales growth above 6% and global comp growth near 6%. Starbucks also highlighted progress on its Back to Starbucks plan, partnerships, and ongoing investments, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.62 per share.
Starbucks beat estimates for Q3 with adjusted EPS of 85 cents and revenue of $9.32 billion, led by 7.9% global and 8.1% U.S. same-store sales; revenue dipped 1% due to selling its China stake as it forms a Boyu Capital JV. The company raised full-year guidance to $2.55–$2.65 per share and about 6% global SSS growth (US >6%), signaling stronger momentum under CEO Brian Niccol. The stock climbed more than 7% in after-hours trading.
Starbucks is launching its Pink Vibes merch collection to celebrate the Pink Drink, featuring pink Bearista Cup accessories, tote bags, hats, hoodies, tees, and pink drinkware from Owala and Miir. The pink Bearista Cup goes online July 9 for members and July 13 for everyone else, with several items listed as online exclusives or already sold out, encouraging shoppers to act fast.
Oregon-based Dutch Bros Coffee is opening its first Seattle location inside a former Starbucks in the SoDo neighborhood, planned for Q4 2026 at 4115 Fourth Ave S. The 1,800-square-foot space will be remodeled with plumbing and electrical upgrades and a 290-square-foot quick-transition area added. Dutch Bros has more than 1,000 locations nationwide and has been expanding in Washington since 2016, following Starbucks closures in the region.
Starbucks is releasing limited-edition Pink Bearista Glass Cold Cups inspired by the Pink Drink, arriving July 13 in select U.S. coffeehouses with early access for Reserve members on July 9; two-item purchase limit and availability on the Starbucks Shop as part of the Pink Drink merchandise line.
In a St. Louis Starbucks, two employees fought off armed robbers and helped subdue them during a December 2023 incident, but weeks later were fired for allegedly not complying with company policy, triggering backlash over safety and corporate guidelines.
New footage shows a Starbucks employee in St. Louis and a coworker fighting off two robbers during a December 2023 incident; the gun was revealed to be fake, one robber escaped while the other was restrained until police arrived. The workers were fired, and Michael Harris is suing for wrongful termination as the robbers have since been convicted, while Starbucks emphasizes de-escalation in its safety training.
Starbucks marks the global soccer moment with free, limited-edition captain-inspired cup sleeves for any size beverage on June 11 in the U.S., and fan gatherings plus locally inspired sleeves in more than 30 markets starting June 10. A soccer-themed Bearista Cup launches in Canada, Latin America and the Asia Pacific region, with online-only availability for Rewards Reserve members in the U.S.; exclusions apply to bottled water, ready-to-drink beverages and alcohol.