Tea

Jury Awards $50 Million to Delivery Driver Scalded by Starbucks Tea

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Los Angeles — A Los Angeles jury has awarded $50 million to a delivery driver who suffered severe injuries after a hot tea purchased from Starbucks spilled on him. The verdict came after the plaintiff, Tommy Piluyev, sued the coffee giant, claiming negligence that led to disfiguring burns. In October 2018, Piluyev was at a Starbucks drive-thru in Roseville, California, retrieving two cups of hot honey citrus mint tea. As an employee handed him the drinks, the lids dislodged, and the scalding liquid spilled over his hands and abdomen, severely burning him. Piluyev, who was … Read more

Yaya DaCosta Shares Candid Moments and Insights from ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ Set: From Tea Rituals to Lighting Challenges

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Los Angeles — In the bustling world of television, behind-the-scenes efforts often remain overshadowed by the glitz of on-screen drama. However, for actors like Yaya DaCosta, who currently shines in Netflix’s “The Lincoln Lawyer,” these behind-the-scenes moments are as integral and vivid as the scenes captured on camera. DaCosta took fans on a unique journey through her experiences on set, shared via a collection of candid photographs and personal insights. Taking special care with her on-set tea routine, DaCosta has replaced coffee with a mushroom tea blend, citing its health benefits and her penchant for … Read more

Landmark Ruling: California Judge Sides with Citizens in Groundbreaking Psychedelic Tea Legal Battle

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LOS ANGELES, CA – A California judge has ruled against the federal government in a case involving a type of psychedelic tea. The decision is seen as a blow to the government’s efforts to restrict the use of psychedelic substances. The case centered around a tea known as Ayahuasca, which is made from plants found in South America. Ayahuasca contains a compound called DMT, which has hallucinogenic effects. It has been used for centuries by indigenous communities in religious and healing ceremonies. The federal government argued that Ayahuasca should be classified as a Schedule I … Read more