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Three economists grabbed a beer. A multibillion-dollar industry was born.
The billion-dollar prediction markets industry began like a joke: Three economists walked into a bar. This was in Iowa City in 1988, long before anyone could bet on elections or Super Bowl halftime shows with their phone. The professors were trying…
Holiday in a can': Why Japanese beer is suddenly everywhere
Australians, who have flocked to Japan over the past two decades, are falling in love with the country's dining culture and along with it — Japanese beer. While only 101,000 Australians travelled to Japan during 1997, more than 121,000…
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Heineken to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally amid slowing beer demand
Heineken has announced plans to reduce its global workforce by 5,000 to 6,000 roles over the next two years, as it responds to slowing beer demand and sharpens its focus on productivity and efficiency. The move will impact close to 7% of the…
Local beer, cider brands combine to form new collective
Five popular Central Oregon craft beer and cider brands announced Friday they would merge into the Oregon Beverage Collective as they navigate a changing industry. The new production partnership includes Crux, Silver Moon, Cascade Lakes Brewing…
Why Anheuser-Busch's stock price is crushing it, even as Americans drink less alcohol
Americans are drinking less alcohol. Whether it's because of rising costs, shifting social dynamics, or the emergence of greener alternatives, beer and booze consumption is at the lowest on record. But that hasn't stopped shares of alcohol behemoth…
Wild conspiracy theory circulates about Dan Andrew's health battle
Conspiracy theories swirl around Dan Andrews Andrews taken to hospital over medical episode Disgusting conspiracy theories have circulated about Daniel Andrews ' secretive health battle after the ex-Victorian premier was rushed to hospital. Andrews…
A pint down the pub inspired me to make a life changing decision
Nearly one in five people have come up with a business idea over a pint in the pub, research suggests. Nipping down the local is already known as a perfect place to catch up with friends. But it seems that, as well as having a laugh or setting the…
Governor Spanberger With the Latest Democrat Bar-B-Q Disaster, and It May Curtail People From Eating Meat
Virginia's Governor Abigail Spanberger, in a brief few weeks in office, has done everything to entrench herself as a serious Democrat. From shrieking about President Trump to hiking taxes up to helium balloon levels, she has made her bid. And now…
Who needs chocolates? Why some Valentine's Day shoppers are buying vacuum cleaners.
Forget that box of bonbons or bouquet of posies. Could this year's hottest Valentine's Day gift be…a vacuum cleaner? Certainly, San Priy, a veterinary-care specialist based in the Las Vegas area, didn't object when he received one as a gift…
Constellation Brands Shares Down After Naming Fortune Brands' Fink Next CEO
Shares of Constellation Brands fell after the alcoholic beverage company named its next chief executive officer. The stock dropped 4.5% to $155.03 in Friday afternoon trading. The shares have fallen 5% in the past 12 months. The maker of Modelo and…
Glasgow's Merchant Square goes up for sale with £5m price tag
CDLH Leisure & Hospitality Surveyors A historic hospitality square in the centre of Glasgow has gone up for sale with a £5m price tag. Merchant Square currently has a number of bars and restaurants operating within it, as well as a cobbled…
All you need to know about new plans to ban vaping in these public areas
The Department of Health and Social Care said it will launch a public consultation on plans to extend smoking bans outside hospitals, schools and children's playgrounds. The banned areas would also become vape -free and heated tobacco-free under…
Milan Has an Affordable Housing Crisis. Can the Olympic Village Help?
Remmelt Eldering is 6-foot-7, so when the Canadian speedskating coach climbs under the covers of the twin bed in his room in the Olympic Village in Milan, he can't fully extend his legs. The room is too small to host teammates to hang out. Still…
Lindsey Graham says Greenland 'is behind us' and 'who gives a s***' who owns it
Senator Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican, has said Greenland is “behind” the United States and asked, “Who gives a s***” who owns the Danish territory amid President Donald Trump 's efforts to acquire the…
This traditional boteco in northwest London is officially the best Brazilian restaurant in the city
News From steakhouses to street food, Time Out has launched its inaugural guide to Brazilian food in the capital Written by India Lawrence Staff Writer, UK Brazil is well regarded as one of the world's most exciting countries to visit – but…
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