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Coffee prices have soared following a severe drought in Brazil, the world's largest grower of arabica beans. This has led to concerns about next year's crop and rising prices for both arabica and robusta beans. U.S. roasters and coffee shop owners are considering raising prices to offset the increased cost of raw beans. Major supermarket brands have already raised prices with little impact on sales. Full Article

Honda and Nissan have reportedly engaged in talks about a potential merger to boost their competitiveness in the electric vehicle market, particularly in China, where they are losing market share. The Japanese car makers previously agreed to explore a strategic partnership for EVs, responding to the BBC with identical statements confirming their ongoing collaboration. With the industry shifting towards electric vehicles, Honda and Nissan are looking to strengthen their position by deepening their ties and...

Bill Belichick's long-term future with North Carolina as head coach is in doubt due to a specific clause in his contract, as discussed by FOX Sports' Peter Schrager on The Herd. Meanwhile, former NFL quarterback Michael Vick is set to become the head coach at Norfolk State's football program after expressing interest in the position at Sacramento State. Vick, who had a successful college and NFL career but faced legal troubles, has transitioned into coaching...

In opposition, Liz Kendall supported the Waspi campaign, advocating for fair compensation for women affected by changes to their state pension age. Despite opposition calls for up to £10.5 billion in compensation, the government, including Kendall as work and pensions secretary, ruled out financial support, prompting criticism from opposition leaders and campaigners as a betrayal of the Waspi women. The decision to ignore the ombudsman's recommendation for compensation was deemed unjustified and a political choice...

The government has refused to compensate 3.8 million women affected by changes to the state pension age, with Liz Kendall stating that a flat rate payment would not be fair or proportionate. This decision has sparked criticism from MPs and campaigners, including within the Labour party. The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's investigation into the Department for Work and Pensions' handling of the issue was highly critical, leaving many women without the financial support they...

The CAG report for the year ending March 2021 highlighted "persistent delays" in finalizing Court of Inquiry proceedings in the Army, with only 46 and 25 cases meeting stipulated timelines out of 95 cases involving financial loss in three commands. The report presented in Parliament also audited various departments within the Ministry of Defence, including the Remount and Veterinary Corps, noting deficiencies in capability development and modernization aspects during the 13th Army Plan period. Full...