The celebrity beverage trend is booming, with stars like Kim Kardashian and Blake Lively launching their own drinks. Now, Christian-themed energy drinks like Yahweh, Agape, and 4gvn are entering the market, aiming to blend evangelism with sales, though taste and branding effectiveness are debated.
In Nigeria's Katsina state, gang leader Abu "Abu Radde" Bello denies being a criminal, claiming his group fights to support families amid conflicts over resources. The article details the brutal banditry crisis, its roots in farmer-herder disputes exacerbated by climate change, and the blurring lines between banditry and jihadism.
A journalist shares how the Pomodoro Technique, using a tomato timer, helped her overcome chronic procrastination by breaking tasks into manageable 25-minute intervals, removing emotional dependence on mood, and reclaiming her evenings.
Beverage sales to Horeca grew in Q1 2026 (+6.0% value, +1.7% volume) vs Q1 2025, but remain below 2024 levels. Spirits, aperitifs, and energy drinks lead growth, while fruit juices decline.
Nitrous oxide products like Galaxy Gas are being marketed to American youth with colorful packaging and appealing flavors despite severe health risks including nerve damage, paralysis, and death. The products are sold through major retailers with minimal age verification, and the US government has failed to implement any meaningful regulation despite growing casualties.
