Monster to launch flavored alcoholic malt beverage

Aug 09, 2022 11:13 am UTC| Life Economy Business

Monster Beverage Corporation will launch its first flavored alcoholic malt beverage product dubbed The Beast Unleashed late in the 2022 fourth quarter. The six percent alcohol per volume drink will initially be...

After Trump, Christian nationalist ideas are going mainstream – despite a history of violence

Aug 08, 2022 05:44 am UTC| Insights & Views Life

In the run-up to the U.S. midterm elections, some politicians continue to ride the wave of whats known as Christian nationalism in ways that are increasingly vocal and direct. GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a...

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Social media provides flood of images of death and carnage from Ukraine war – and contributes to weaker journalism standards

Aug 08, 2022 05:44 am UTC| Insights & Views Life

Photos of civilians killed or injured in the Russia-Ukraine war are widespread, particularly online, both on social media and in professional news media. Editors have always published images of dead or suffering people...

Kellogg's posts 8.7% net sales growth in Q2

Aug 07, 2022 23:58 pm UTC| Life Economy Business

Kellogg Company posted an 8.7 percent net sales growth to $3.86 billion in the second quarter, driven by positive price/mix and momentum in snacks, noodles, and cereal. The companys reported operating profit fell by...

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...