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May 15 2025BUSINESS

A Clash Over Clothes: Baristas Push Back on New Dress Code

Baristas across the United States are making a stand. Over a thousand of them, working at 75 stores, have walked off the job. Their issue? A new dress code that went into effect this week. The company wants them to wear solid black shirts and khaki, black, or blue jeans underneath their iconic green aprons. Before this, baristas had more freedom. They could wear a va...

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May 01 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks: The Human Touch Returns

Starbucks is making a significant change in its approach to customer service. The coffee giant is set to open its first 3D-printed store, but it is also taking a step back from heavy automation. The big news is that Starbucks is planning to hire thousands of new baristas. This decision comes after realizing that machines alone cannot provide the customer experience t...

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Apr 30 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks' Big Shift: People Over Machines

Starbucks is making a big change. They are putting more money into their staff, especially baristas. This is part of a plan to bring customers back to their stores. The company recently shared its latest numbers. Revenue went up by 2% to $8. 8 billion. But, net income dropped by 50% to $384. 2 million. This is a big drop from what analysts expected, which was $551 mi...

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

The Green Apron Makeover: How Starbucks is Changing Its Look

Starbucks is shaking things up with a new dress code for its baristas. This isn't just about looking good; it's part of a bigger plan to bring customers back to the stores. The company's sales have been dropping for four quarters, the longest slide in years. High drink prices and long waits have turned some customers away. Plus, many stores have unionized, pushing fo...

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Mar 16 2025CRIME

Spilled Tea, Big Payout: A Burn Victim's Legal Victory

In a surprising turn of events, a delivery driver from California walked away with a massive $50 million after a hot tea spill from a Starbucks drive-through. Michael Garcia's life took a dramatic turn when he was severely burned by a venti-sized tea in February 2020. The incident left him with permanent scarring and required multiple skin grafts, especially on his g...

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Feb 09 2025LIFESTYLE

Super Bowl Monday Coffee WOW from Starbucks!

Got a craving for a caffeine pick-me-up on Monday? Big news! Starbucks is making a splash by serving up some free coffee the day after the Super Bowl. But why? And how? Well, first off, this perk is all about keeping their loyalty program, Starbucks Rewards, fresh and exciting. Members can score a free tall-sized (12 ounces) hot or iced coffee by activating a cou...

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Goodbye to Free Starbucks Bathrooms!

Starbucks has decided to end its open door policy. This means that customers will now need to buy something to use the bathroom or hang out in the cafes. The company is hoping this will improve the experience for paying customers and employees. This change comes after years of allowing everyone to use their spaces, which started after a big problem in Philadelphia wh...

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks Stores Now Require Purchases for Entry and Bathroom Use

Ever wanted to use the restroom at Starbucks without buying anything? Well, think again. The coffee giant has changed its policies, requiring customers to make a purchase before they can use the store's facilities. This new rule is part of a bigger push by the company's new CEO, Brian Niccol, to boost sales and improve the overall atmosphere in their stores. Starbuc...

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Dec 25 2024BUSINESS

Starbucks Workers Strike in Pittsburgh, Demanding Better Pay and Conditions

In Pittsburgh, a unique kind of holiday cheer filled the air. Instead of carols, there were picket signs. Instead of holiday shoppers, there were striking Starbucks workers. About 200 workers from 10 coffee shops across the city walked off the job, demanding a union contract. They sang a twist on "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" – "we won't go until we get one. " The...

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Starbucks Faces Scheduling Snag Due to Vendor's Ransomware Woes

Imagine you're a barista at Starbucks, eagerly checking your schedule for the week. But hold on, something's not right. Your usual platform to view and manage your shifts is down. Why? A ransomware attack has hit one of Starbucks' software vendors, causing a major hiccup. Starbucks is working hard with the affected vendor to fix the issue. They didn't name the third...

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