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Coffee-loving Italians swap cafe for kitchen
Italians aren't the biggest coffee drinkers in Europe - that title goes to the Finns - but their nation's link with cafe culture is etched on every menu board, giving the world the espresso, the mocha and the latte.
Lance Armstrong: Cycling Body Officially Strips Armstrong of 7 Tour de France Titles
Lance Armstrong has been officially stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and banned for life by cycling's governing body Monday after a report was released by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency that accused him of leading a massive doping program on his teams.
Team Snooki Boxing: 'Jersey Shore's' Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi Enters New Business Venture
Team Snooki Boxing is the latest venture that "Jersey Shore" reality star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi is trying to capitalize in as a way to remain in the spotlight after giving birth to her baby boy.
Nutcracker Jack Marches into Jack in the Box for Holiday Fundraiser
Jack in the Box restaurants today launched a holiday fundraiser benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. For just $1, plus tax, guests may purchase a limited-edition Nutcracker Jack ornament with net proceeds benefiting the youth-mentoring organization. (Available at participating Jack in the Box restaurants while supplies last.)
Jennifer Esposito: Celiac Disease Made Her Leave 'Blue Bloods', CBS Wants to Write Character Off Permanently
Jennifer Esposito is taking some time off from her CBS show "Blue Bloods" due to her battle with Celiac Disease, but now the show's producers have written her out of the show and she's not taking this lying down.
Team Snooki Boxing: Latest Venture For Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi
Team Snooki Boxing is the latest venture that "Jersey Shore" reality star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi is trying to capitalize in as a way to remain in the spotlight after giving birth to her baby boy.
Orionid Meteor Shower: View NASA Live Stream
The Orionid meteor shower is raining pieces of the famed Halley's Comet on Earth this weekend to the delight of stargazers around the world. For those who cannot see the Orionid meteor shower in person, NASA has images streaming on the Internet.
Kim Kardashian Turns 32, Engaged To Kanye West?
Kim Kardashian celebrates her 32nd birthday today, Sunday Oct. 21 and rumors are swirling that the reality star will be celebrating with an engagement from rapper boyfriend Kayne West.
Kroeger Removes Bean and Alfalafa Sprouts From Shelves, Too Dangerous For Consumers
Kroger, the nation's largest supermarket chain, announced Friday it will stop selling bean and alfalfa sprouts on because of their "potential food safety risk." It joins retail giant Walmart, which quietly stopped selling the sprouts in 2010.
Chevrolet: New Logo and 2014 Corvette on Sales Jan. 13
The 2014 Corvette sports car will debut on Jan. 13 during press previews for the Detroit auto show, Chevrolet announced Friday.
Obama Warns Mitt Romney Supporters That He's Suffering from 'Romnesia'
"Romnesia" - that is what President Barack Obama believes Republican Mitt Romney is suffering from for changing positions and trying to pivot to the political center.
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake: Into Their Secret Marriage in Italy
The Hollywood power couple, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel, said their “I dos” in southern Italy on Friday in front of family and friends. Among the guests were Biel's "7th Heaven" co-star Beverley Mitchell, Andy Samberg, and Timbaland.
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake Married in Secret Italian Wedding
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake got married on Friday after tying the knot in a private wedding of family and friends in the South of Italy after dating for 5 years.
2014 Corvette on Sales Jan. 13, Chevrolet Reveals New Logo
The 2014 Corvette sports car will debut on Jan. 13 during press previews for the Detroit auto show, Chevrolet announced Friday.
Kroeger Stops Selling Bean and Alfalafa Sprouts, Considered Too Dangerous For Consumers
Kroger, the nation's largest supermarket chain, announced Friday it will stop selling bean and alfalfa sprouts on because of their "potential food safety risk." It joins retail giant Walmart, which quietly stopped selling the sprouts in 2010.
'Romnesia': Barack Obama Warns Mitt Romney Supporters That He's Suffering from 'Romnesia'
"Romnesia" - that is what President Barack Obama believes Republican Mitt Romney is suffering from for changing positions and trying to pivot to the political center.
Lawrence O'Donnell Invites Tagg Romney for Fist Fight Over Obama Remarks
Lawrence O'Donnell's, the MSNBC host, challenged Mitt Romney's oldest son Tagg, to what sounded like a full on fist fight.
'Binders Full of Women' Turns Into Online Media Frenzy
Mitt Romney drew some unwelcomed attention during the presidential debate Tuesday night when he said that as governor of Massachusetts, he was so disappointed at the low numbers of women serving in the cabinet that he sent out for "binders full of women."
Black Friday 2012: Tricky Price Matching Policies for Best Buy, Target, and Other Retail Giants
With the holiday shopping season fast approaching, competition is growing among retail stores looking to attract consumers on Black Friday 2012. Retail giants Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and Toys R Us all recently announced that they will be price matching their online competitors, which they hope will discourage "showrooming."
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake Got Married in Italy During Week-Long Celebration
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake got married on Friday after tying the knot in a private wedding in the South of Italy after dating for 5 years.
Hyatt Announces Plans for a Hyatt Regency Hotel in Colombo
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Sinolanka Hotels and Spa Private Limited for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Hyatt Regency Colombo will be the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Sri Lanka.
Wendy’s Names VML as Digital Agency of Record
Wendy's has named VML as its digital agency of record. Based in Kansas City, VML was selected from a group of five agencies that participated in the review process.
MacDonald’s Earnings Sink, Hit by Strong Dollar and Competition; Shares Down
McDonald’s posted its worst quarterly restaurant sales growth performance in nine years, reflecting the tough competition in the U.S. and the weakening economy abroad.
Hertz On Demand Expands In Boston
The Hertz Corporation today announced the expansion of its car sharing program Hertz On Demand with four new locations at Northeastern University in Boston, MA. The service is a pay-as-you-go system without an annual fee, providing University faculty, staff, students and all Hertz On Demand members with 24/7 access to vehicles strategically located throughout the campus.
Nutcracker Jack Marches into Jack in the Box for Holiday Fundraiser
Jack in the Box restaurants today launched a holiday fundraiser benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. For just $1, plus tax, guests may purchase a limited-edition Nutcracker Jack ornament with net proceeds benefiting the youth-mentoring organization. (Available at participating Jack in the Box restaurants while supplies last.)
McDonald's sales growth cools, chilled by competition
McDonald's Corp posted its worst quarterly restaurant sales growth performance in nine years on Friday, lifting the curtain on the fast-food industry's ruthless fight for customers in a weak economy.
Burger King Introduces the Pumpkin Burger For Fall
The fall pumpkin flavors are everywhere from Starbucks to Dunkin' Donuts, but now even Burger King in Japan is entering the market with some of their own pumpkin-themed menu items.
Miley Cyrus On 'Men': "Kiss Scenes Felt Weird"
On her first guest appearance on Two and a Half Men, Miley Cyrus said she felt weird doing romantic scenes.
Eva Langoria Apologizes Retweet of Derogatory Message About Romney; Blames Twitter
After finding herself in hot water following her retweeting of a derogatory message about Mitt Romney, Eva Longoria is now apologizing. She blames Twitter for the problem.
Miley Cyrus Crept Out During Kiss Scenes on 'Two and a Half Men'
Miley Cyrus, 19, said it felt weird shooting romantic scenes with Angus T. Jones during her guest appearance on "Two and a Half Men" because she had to take her engagement ring off for the make-out sessions.