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Axios
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
The Richmond vinyl listening parties you should know about
Richmond's nightlife is thriving — if you know where to look. One of my latest go-to's is at Le Cache Dulcet, a coffee-and-records shop in the Arts District that stays open late to host intimate vinyl pop-ups. Zoom in: The events are often in tribute to legendary R&B and neo-soul albums. Last month, the listening party celebrated the 10-year anniversary of The Internet's "Ego Death" release, with sounds curated by local DJ Ohemghi. On Wednesday, it was all about Richmond's D'Angelo, in honor of the 30th anniversary of "Brown Sugar." That event, which was capped at 40 RSVPs, sold out quickly.
Business Insider
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Big Changes Coming to Some Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) Locations, Shares Slip
Coffee giant Starbucks (SBUX) has been eagerly trying to get more people interested in coming in, hanging around, and buying more coffee while they are there. Sometimes referred to as the 'Back to Starbucks' plan, the changes include modified furniture and décor in a bid to not only get customers in the door, but also to encourage them to stay. California and New York stores are in line for a major renovation, but investors were not interested and sent shares down fractionally in Monday afternoon's trading. Don't Miss TipRanks' Half-Year Sale Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. Early reports note that several New York stores have already been redone, offering '…cozy chairs, hardwood floors, and artwork on the walls that capture the spirit of the areas' local communities.' Ceramic mugs and a self-service condiment bar are also back in play to encourage people to personalize their beverages and make the experience more their own. Better yet, Starbucks has also revamped its order processes and pared back its menu, which allowed around 75% of orders at test locations to reach completion in under four minutes. The changes are expected to continue hitting stores, and investors will naturally be watching closely to see what impact this has on sales and revenue accordingly. The Frappuccino, Revamped One of Starbucks' leading beverages is the Frappuccino. Though this has not seen much change in recent months, that itself is about to change, as Starbucks is rolling out several new breeds of this frozen coffee wonder. Dubbed the 'Strato' line, the three new drinks feature layers of cold foam stacked on top of the beverage itself. The Strato drinks come in three flavors: Strawberry Matcha, Brown Sugar, and Salted Caramel Mocha. Those interested in trying out the beverages will need only to hit their local Starbucks starting tomorrow, July 8, to get hands on one. Or all three, whichever. But those who have a taste for this latest Starbucks treat will want to move quickly; the drinks are a limited time offering. Is Starbucks Stock a Good Buy? Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus rating on SBUX stock based on 13 Buy and 11 Hold recommendations assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. After a 26.65% rally in its share price over the past year, the average SBUX price target of $95.52 per share implies 2.03% upside potential.
Mint
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Travel: Journey through Cornwall's iconic literary sites
Daphne du Maurier may have been born in London, but the British author lost her heart to Cornwall's rugged beauty and haunting atmosphere. This deep and lifelong connection led her to draw heavily on the county's coastline, moors, and mysterious histories, turning them into settings that shaped the mood and characters of her novels. Born in 1907, Daphne and her two sisters had a privileged childhood, growing up at the family home, Cannon Hall in Hampstead, but the family often trooped to Cornwall for holidays. 'The family started looking for a second home and zeroed in on Ferryside, the house that became their home in the waterside town of Fowey on Cornwall's south coast," says Viv Kelly, the proprietor of Old Bissick Mill, a charming B&B located in Ladock, about 18 miles from Fowey. On learning of my plans to follow in du Maurier's footsteps, Kelly reveals that Ferryside is where the author wrote The Loving Spirit (1931), which was followed by 'moody and resonant" romantic stories set on the wild coast of Cornwall. These included Jamaica Inn (1936), a period piece set in Cornwall; Rebecca (1938), the Gothic mystery she's best known for; Frenchman's Creek (1941), a historical novel; My Cousin Rachel (1951), a mystery romance similar in theme to Rebecca, The Apple Tree (1952), a short story collection that included The Birds and Don't Look Now, a long story collection (1971); her autobiography Growing Pains (1977), and The Rendezvous and Other Stories (1980). Alfred Hitchcock made both Jamaica Inn and The Birds into films. Du Maurier wrote a total of 38 books, but her Cornwall-based novels remain the most popular with readers. Topping the list is Rebecca, which showcases her love for atmospheric Cornwall and her own home. The sinister manor of Manderley, surrounded by wild woods and crashing seas, draws clear inspiration from Menabilly, the mansion near Fowey that du Maurier leased and lived in for over two decades. 'She came across it in a serendipitous way. During a visit to Fowey in 1926, she stumbled upon it while walking in the woods; it was set among thick trees and—like Manderley—had a long, sprawling driveway," says Ellen Porter, a server and fellow du Maurier fan at Brown Sugar, a popular coffee shop in Fowey. We agree that her first sighting of Menabilly may have influenced her first lines about Manderley: 'There was Manderley, our Manderley, secretive and silent as it had always been, the grey stone shining in the moonlight of my dream, the mullioned windows reflecting the green lawns and the terrace." Manderley was a character in its own right in Rebecca—gloomy, romantic, and full of secrets. I realise that Cornwall offered du Maurier more than just scenery—it provided history, folklore, and a sense of timelessness. Her fascination with the past, memory, and identity, often emerged through stories linked to Cornwall's layered history—and her own narratives. Among the most famous of all du Maurier locations is Jamaica Inn, a former coach house and smugglers' den that dates back to 1750. The author landed up at the inn with a friend in 1930, after getting lost on a dark, foggy Bodmin moor. In her diary, she later wrote, 'In the afternoon, we ventured out across the moors, desolate, (and) sinister, and foolishly (we) lost our way. To our horror, rain and darkness fell upon us…(by) a miracle we saw in the distance the light from Jamaica Inn." In Growing Pains, decades later, she wrote of the inn: 'I thought of the travellers in the past who must have sought shelter there on wild November nights … the drinking deep and long, fights breaking out, the sound of oaths, men falling." The inn and its surroundings fed directly into Jamaica Inn's tense, windswept setting, showing du Maurier's gift for transforming real places into vivid literary landscapes. The inn now offers a suite named after the author, showcasing her Sheraton writing desk and a small bowl of her favourite Glacier Mints. 'There's also a small du Maurier museum with three rooms of exhibits, including original letters from the Queen to Daphne and her husband, letters by Daphne to her best friend, numerous old photos, and more," Porter tells me. In her later years, du Maurier moved to Kilmarth, a house that served as the inspiration for House on the Strand, published in 1969. Kelly tells me about another major influence: Frenchman's Creek, near Helford River. 'She visited it on her honeymoon, and the densely wooded banks later inspired her novel of the same name." In Fowey, the Daphne du Maurier Literary Centre showcases exhibits and information on the author's life and legacy. Every year, the du Maurier Society hosts the du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival in May, the month of the author's birth. 'Not many people know that in 1967 she also penned a local history and travel guide," says Porter Du Maurier's love for Cornwall shines through in her guide, Vanishing Cornwall. 'I walked this land with a dreamer's freedom and with a waking man's perception—places, houses whispered to me their secrets and shared with me their sorrows and their joys. And in return I gave them something of myself, a few words passing into the folk-lore of this ancient place." The author's words made Cornwall more than a backdrop; they made the county central to the tension, mystery, and drama of her plots. As I walked in her footsteps—from Fowey's quiet streets to the windswept moors and hidden coves—I realised that Daphne du Maurier's Cornwall lives on, not only in geography, but in the minds of her fans who have long felt the pull of her haunting and enduring stories. Teja Lele writes on travel and lifestyle.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taye Diggs to star in Indie romantic drama 'Another Man's Wife'
Actor and singer Taye Diggs, who is known for his romantic films including 'The Best Man', 'Brown Sugar' and 'The Wood', is returning to the genre with the indie feature 'Another Man's Wife,' reported Variety. Actor and singer Taye Diggs , who is known for his romantic films including 'The Best Man', 'Brown Sugar' and 'The Wood', is returning to the genre with the Indie feature 'Another Man's Wife,' reported Variety. Diggs stars opposite Sydney Mitchell, known for 'Black Mafia Family', 'First Wives Club' and Moritz J. Williams. Diggs plays Brendan, a millionaire who makes a shocking offer to a married couple in crisis, Maya (Mitchell) and Shawn (Williams), who are financially devastated and caring for a terminally ill parent. As the film's logline explains, "What begins as an act of survival spirals into a high-stakes emotional reckoning about trust, love and the ultimate cost of sacrifice," according to Variety. 'Another Man's Wife' is directed by up-and-coming filmmaker Viere NiBlack-Gray from a screenplay by Briana Cole. The project, which recently wrapped filming in Atlanta, is executive produced by Doug Schwab of Maverick Entertainment and J. Carter of Freeli Films. Diggs, whose stage and screen credits also include 'All-American', 'Private Practice', 'How Stella Got Her Groove Back' and the original cast of Broadway's 'Rent', most recently starred in Lifetime's 'Terry McMillan Presents: Forever'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 境界のないゲームを発見する BuzzDaily Winners ゲームをプレイ Undo Last month, Lifetime acquired a second McMillan movie, "His, Hers & Ours," also starring Diggs, as part of an ongoing franchise collaboration with the New York Times bestselling author. Later this summer, Diggs returns to Broadway to join the cast of "Moulin Rouge!", reported Variety.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
What is Luckin Coffee? Chinese Starbucks competitor opens first stores in THIS US state, offers affordable beverages
Luckin Coffee, the biggest coffee chain in China, is now formally open in the United States, competing with Starbucks. Luckin Coffee officially enters the U.S. market with stores in Manhattan, directly competing with Starbucks.(Getty Images) Starbucks faces intense competition in China, its second-largest market after the United States, where consumers are becoming more frugal with their spending. Domestic competitors like Luckin Coffee, which draws clients with cashierless locations and cups as cheap as 8.8 to 9.9 yuan ($1.23 to $1.38), pose serious threats to Starbucks. Currently, Luckin Coffee is flourishing in the United States, launching two stores in Manhattan, New York City. According to the brand's Instagram page, the company offered complimentary tote bags to the first 100 clients as part of special promotions to commemorate the launch of the stores on Monday. While Luckin Coffee's U.S. opening day is over, New Yorkers can still look forward to a unique treat at the two locations: drinks that cost $1.99. A person can download and order drinks through the Luckin Coffee app in order to take advantage of the offer on the first beverage order. Like Starbucks, Luckin Coffee serves a variety of beverages in addition to hot or iced coffee, such as frappes, matcha, specialty lattes, and refreshers. The company also sells cold brew in a variety of flavors, including pineapple, blood orange, coconut, and raspberry. Also Read: McDonald's expands menu with new burger to its menu; What it is, price and where you can get What is Luckin Coffee? With more than 22,000 outlets since its establishment in 2017, Luckin Coffee has emerged as one of China's fastest-growing coffee businesses. Singapore is home to its stores as well. The chain's mobile app allows its locations in China to function without cashiers, enabling customers to order their drinks by paying online. This isn't the case with the new Manhattan outlets, though, as cashless establishments aren't allowed in NYC till 2020. According to Luckin, their coffee beans are sourced directly from the best coffee-producing locations, and the coffee is chosen from over 180 blending formulas that closely fit consumer preferences. Starbucks participated in the most recent battle in China over low rates for coffee earlier this month. The company announced that it would make dozens of its products, including non-coffee drinks like the Frappuccino, more "accessible" in a post on its Weixin social media account. Prices for some drinks will start at just 23 yuan ($3.21). Starbucks alters menu for the summer Starbucks recently revealed some modifications to its summer menu in the United States. The Strawberry Matcha, Brown Sugar, and Salted Caramel Mocha are new frappuccinos that will be available in stores in July, with a layer of cold foam on top.
