For NPR’s Word of the Week: Things are getting spicy. We explain how a word referring to cinnamon and pepper turned less literal by the 19th century.
Coffee Shops
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Built on a rich coffee history, Yemeni cafes find U.S. success and new challenges, too
Yemen is an ancient birthplace of the coffee trade, and immigrants fleeing its civil war have brought their culture here in the form of cafes. Hundreds of Yemeni coffee shops have opened in the U.S.
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At the heart of this cozy coffee shop lies a big sister’s love for her little brother
Having siblings can mean shared family and childhood experiences — and also shared bedrooms and rivalries. A growing body of research shows us that sibling relationships can shape us for life.
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Want Free Coffee? Personal Data Is The Way To Pay
At Shiru Cafe in Providence, the coffee is free, but it’s only available to students in exchange for personal data.
