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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'The King of Beer' Has His Sights Set on His Next 'Conquest': Coffee

Olivier Goudet, the new CEO of JAB Holding, is pivoting toward the coffee industry after resigning from his position at Anheuser-Busch InBev to focus on expanding his coffee empire.

Feb 27 • 00:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Free samba circle at Arouche will have beer and bar food this weekend

São Paulo will host a week of free cultural events including a samba circle, offering music, food, and science activities.

Feb 26 • 17:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Bratislava bans "beer bikes" due to noise and disturbances

Bratislava has prohibited the operation of beer bikes, citing concerns over noise and public order disturbances.

Feb 26 • 15:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bar in the USA serves free beer until Trump’s first insult in Congress speech

A bar in the USA offered free beer until President Donald Trump made his first insult during the State of the Union address, which lasted longer than expected.

Feb 25 • 21:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The Repair Shop guest pays touching tribute to late dad in emotional fix

On BBC's The Repair Shop, a guest pays tribute to his late father by restoring his father's old beer pumps with the help of skilled specialists.

Feb 25 • 21:45 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Now the heat is coming: - Could be the year's first outdoor beer

A milder weather front is expected to bring temperatures up to ten degrees Celsius in parts of Norway this weekend, marking a shift from cold winter conditions.

Feb 25 • 21:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Brazilian, German or Jamaican? 5 beers for you to try this summer

This article highlights five refreshing beers from various styles to enjoy during the summer, recommended for different tastes and locations.

Feb 25 • 18:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Life & Tech

Video: Laboratory meat from beer waste? It will be easier to chew

A report discusses the development of laboratory-grown meat utilizing waste from beer production, potentially improving texture and chewability.

Feb 25 • 18:49 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Beer Festival 2026: Date, venue, how to get there, ticket prices, and event details

The Beer Festival 2026 will showcase a variety of breweries and culinary experiences, featuring Mexican and Oregon-based breweries in a collaborative cultural event.

Feb 25 • 18:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Blumenau Brewery starts producing American Brooklyn

The American Brooklyn Brewery will begin production in Brazil at the Blumenau Brewery in March, marking an expansion of its presence in the local craft beer market.

Feb 25 • 14:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I compared Aldi's Irish Stout to Guinness to see which tastes best'

Aldi's Mulligan's Irish Stout is compared to Guinness by YouTuber Tom to see if the cheaper option holds up in taste.

Feb 25 • 10:16 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Asahi to Resume Full Supply in April, Focusing Investment in Beer and Launching New Product 'Gold'

Asahi Beer is set to resume full product supply by April following a cyberattack that disrupted services, and they will launch a new beer product called 'Asahi Gold' on April 14.

Feb 25 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Fasting with Beer: The Drink Created by Monks during Lent and Three Spanish Brands to Discover It

The article explores the historical origins of Doppelbock beer, created by Bavarian monks during Lent, and its contemporary relevance in Spain.

Feb 25 • 04:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What's happening to say goodbye to February: signature drinks, movie menu, and beer celebration

February's closure is celebrated with a variety of unique culinary experiences, including signature cocktails, a movie-inspired menu, and craft beer festivities.

Feb 24 • 21:09 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Found a ton of beer

Norwegian customs officials discovered over a ton of alcohol during an inspection at the Ørje border crossing.

Feb 24 • 14:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Strong Beer Festival in Fürstenfeldbruck: Derblecken with a Call for More Community Spirit

The Strong Beer Festival in Fürstenfeldbruck featured satirical roast sessions of local political candidates, blending humor with a call for increased community spirit.

Feb 24 • 11:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Truck driver arrested after being caught driving on the shoulder, showing signs of drunkenness and with 8 cans of beer on BR-290, in RS

A truck driver was arrested in Porto Alegre for driving under the influence, found on the shoulder of BR-290 with empty beer cans in the cab.

Feb 24 • 10:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elderly man reports police violence while selling beer at post-carnival block; video shows aggressive approach

A 63-year-old vendor in Brazil claims to have been a victim of police violence while selling beer during a carnival celebration, with video evidence showing a forceful interaction with police officers.

Feb 23 • 19:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Torches, insults, flying beer cans - this is how a mother describes events at a junior hockey match in Tampere

A hockey match in Tampere was interrupted as supporters set off torches in the stands, leading to a chaotic atmosphere filled with insults and flying beer cans.

Feb 23 • 18:16 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

With Americans 'zebra striping' instead of quitting drinking, Michelob Ultra Zero is cashing in

Michelob Ultra Zero has become the top-selling non-alcoholic beer in the U.S., reflecting a cultural shift where many consumers opt for alternating between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks rather than abstaining altogether.

Feb 23 • 11:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pigs' poop and pee can become drinking water (and even beer) with treatment system; understand

A new treatment system transforms pig waste into drinkable water, and even beer, showcasing its potential to prevent pollution and conserve water.

Feb 22 • 16:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Skiing Prehistory in the Jizera Mountains. Children Got Lost in the Snow, the Lift Carried Barrels of Beer

The article discusses a nostalgic look into skiing in the Jizera Mountains, reflecting on both the joys and challenges that children faced in the snow during past ski seasons.

Feb 22 • 08:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

When Canada Plays Hockey, It Hits Every Guy - Beer to the Machine by Exception Law

A new exception law in Ontario allows bars to serve alcohol starting early on Sunday for the Olympic hockey final between Canada and the USA.

Feb 21 • 20:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Absurd picture after Iivo Niskanen's withdrawal

Finnish skier Iivo Niskanen had to withdraw from the 50-kilometer race in Italy due to illness, prompting Finnish spectators to flock to the beer lines at the venue.

Feb 21 • 13:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Corona celebrates 100 years with a free concert in the Zócalo of CDMX

Corona, the internationally recognized Mexican beer brand, is celebrating its centenary with a free concert in Mexico City's Zócalo, featuring Shakira.

Feb 20 • 21:49 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Coffee-hockey combo — or breakfast beers? — for bleary-eyed Olympic fans

Fans in Western Canada enjoy coffee and beer while watching the Olympic hockey semifinal against Finland in the early morning hours.

Feb 20 • 20:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Discussion around Oktoberfest: Citizens' Initiative for a Wiesn Tent

A local brewer is pushing for the inclusion of their beer at Munich's Oktoberfest by launching a citizens' initiative that requires 35,000 signatures.

Feb 20 • 15:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

It All Started with 'One Beer, Please' – Now a Mexican Writes Lithuanian Without Mistakes

Jefte Samuelis Mora Morales, a Mexican architect, shares his journey of learning to speak and write Lithuanian fluently after moving to Lithuania ten years ago.

Feb 20 • 13:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The statue for which the descendants of August Löw-Beer offered a reward has been found

A statue sought by the descendants of Brno industrialist August Löw-Beer has been located in a museum's depository in Vyškov, Czech Republic.

Feb 20 • 09:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Controversy over a video showing a woman allegedly giving an alcoholic beverage to a baby

A video allegedly showing a woman giving beer to a baby has sparked controversy and led to a criminal complaint in Argentina.

Feb 19 • 22:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

They report and ask to identify the woman filmed giving beer to a child on a train

A woman was filmed giving beer to a baby on a train, leading to a criminal complaint by the Ministry of Human Capital in Argentina for the protection of the minor.

Feb 19 • 22:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Small Brewery Goes Bankrupt

A small brewery in Espoo, Finland, has been declared bankrupt due to financial difficulties, as announced by the local court.

Feb 19 • 19:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Blumenau Beer Competition will feature 175 styles, including a new one from Brazil

The Brazilian Beer Competition in Blumenau will showcase 175 beer styles with over 2,700 entries, highlighting a newly introduced style made from manioc.

Feb 19 • 16:30 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Decided: Food and beer cannot be shown together

A Swedish court ruled that marketing alcoholic beverages with food images violates advertising regulations, disappointing local breweries.

Feb 19 • 11:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Alcoholic Beverages in Decline

People, particularly Generation Z, are drinking less alcohol, with sales of beer in Brazil decreasing by 6.5% to 7% in 2025 compared to the previous year.

Feb 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

BrewDog Brewery May Be Sold

There's speculation that the BrewDog brewery might be put up for sale.

Feb 18 • 19:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Oulu man found decades-old beer in a wreck - this is how it tasted

A man from Oulu tasted decades-old beer discovered from a shipwreck, describing it as pleasantly effervescent and reminiscent of good lager.

Feb 18 • 16:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck with beer bottles overturns and causes road closure in Jaguariúna

A truck carrying empty beer crates overturned on a roadway leading to Jaguariúna, resulting in a temporary closure for cleanup and safety measures.

Feb 18 • 15:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

Juraj Slafkovský: When we are 45, Simon and I will have a beer and reminisce about this

Juraj Slafkovský expresses his joy after a significant team victory, reflecting on childhood dreams of representing Slovakia.

Feb 18 • 14:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Last Days, Greatest Emotions and Beer. Why You Should Still Head to Budějovice for the Olympic Festival

The Olympic fever continues with the Olympic Festival in České Budějovice, offering a unique combination of sports and local brewing culture.

Feb 18 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

‘Tchoukoutou’, the African beer with a social role that goes beyond gastronomy

The article discusses 'Tchoukoutou', a traditional sorghum beer from northern Benin and Togo, highlighting its cultural significance among the Somba people.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Maximal protection for the El Águila complex: the former beer factory already reaches the value of Cultural Property for its unique style

The El Águila beer factory in Madrid is set to receive the designation of Cultural Property due to its unique architectural style and historical significance.

Feb 17 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cashew and French Hops are the Stars of D&D's New Beers

Dádiva, a brewery from Várzea Paulista, Brazil, has launched two new summer beers: 'Cara de Piscina Caju,' a Berliner Weisse with cashew pulp, and 'Banho de Mangueira,' a hoppy lager featuring French hops.

Feb 17 • 19:51 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Young Men Held Up Beer Seller and Stole Dozens of Vodka Bottles

Two young men have been convicted for robbery after forcing a man to hand over alcohol from his car's trunk.

Feb 17 • 13:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Itaipava hires Virginia to try to increase young people's engagement with beer

Influencer Virginia Fonseca has signed with Itaipava beer to connect with younger consumers amid declining sales in Brazil's beer market.

Feb 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Underrated city crowned Europe's 'cheap beer capital' has £1.11 pints and £25 flights

Debrecen, Hungary's second-largest city, has been recognized as Europe's 'cheap beer capital' with incredibly low pint prices.

Feb 17 • 10:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

How yeast from beer and bread helps fight mitochondrial diseases

A new study suggests that Saccharomyces cerevisiae, the yeast used in beer and bread, could provide solutions for mitochondrial diseases.

Feb 17 • 10:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Avec: Founder of a well-known brewery fired - 'It's disappointing'

Jani Leinonen, the founder of Fiskarsin Panimo, has been dismissed from his position as a result of restructuring efforts at Veitsitehtaan.

Feb 17 • 07:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Beer, concerts, and celebration in Gazi

The Greek Beer Festival – Only Craft returns for its third year, celebrating handmade Greek beer, live music, and delicious street food from March 27 to 29, 2026, at the Old Depot in Gazi.

Feb 17 • 07:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

The unwritten rule for Olympic champions dictates that they must buy five boxes of beer

British skeleton athlete Matt Weston, after winning two gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics, must now adhere to a humorous tradition of buying beer for the track workers due to breaking multiple track records.

Feb 16 • 15:32 UTC

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