Lotte’s exports ₩41.9 billion worth of flavored soju over past 6 years
Aug 04, 2022 23:47 pm UTC| Business Economy Life
Lotte Chilsung Co. exported 41.9 billion won (US$32 million) worth of Soonhari flavored soju between 2016 and 2021. Soonhari, which is available in eight distinct flavors like apple, strawberry, and peach, was exported...
Heineken sees beer sales impacted by pressure on consumer finances
Aug 04, 2022 23:40 pm UTC| Business Economy Life
Heineken warned that while consumer demand has been resilient in the first half, there is mounting pressure on consumer purchasing power that will affect beer consumption. The beermaker made the warning after posting...
Lindt’s new Nagano Purple Chocolat Drink features rare luxury Japanese grape variety
Aug 04, 2022 23:33 pm UTC| Life Economy Business
Swiss chocolatier Lindt is showcasing a Japanese specialty with their latest limited-time release, enticingly called the Nagano Purple Chocolat Drink. This drink stands out for its beautiful purple shade and the...
China Airlines unveils a Pokemon-themed aircraft, Pikachu Jet CI
Aug 04, 2022 23:28 pm UTC| Life Economy Business
China Airlines has unveiled the airlines Pikachu Jet CI, a Pokemon-themed aircraft livery, as part of the Pokemon Air Adventures. One of China Airlines new A321neo passenger aircraft has been chosen for the job and its...
Baskin Robbins Japan brings back Pokemon summer lineup with new Pikachu and Eevee treats
Aug 04, 2022 23:24 pm UTC| Life Economy Business
Baskin Robbins Japan has brought back its summer Pokemon with a whole collection of Pokemon creations featuring a lineup of fan favorites. It includes the Pikachu Happy Party ice cream yogurt and apple flavor, decorated...
Mondelez's Oreo announces comeback of its Pumpkin Spice Sandwich Cookies after 5-year hiatus
Aug 04, 2022 10:52 am UTC| Business Economy
Oreo, the chocolate sandwich cookie brand, announced this week that it will be bringing back its Pumpkin Spice Sandwich Cookie flavor after being absent from the scene for five years. The popular Oreo flavor will be...
M&S halts sale of disposable barbecues in the UK over fire risk
Aug 04, 2022 10:35 am UTC| Business Economy
Marks Spencer has stopped selling its disposable barbecues in the United Kingdom due to fire risks in dry weather. The British retail company said it halted the sales in its stores because it wants to help in reducing the...
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