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Starbucks and Peanuts dropped 3 Snoopy cups in honor of their new global brand partnership that celebrates “kindness, coffee, and community.” The brand partnership even includes Snoopy- and Peanuts-themed menu items that we're so bummed to not have in the U.S.

The exclusive designs will hit shelves at participating Starbucks stores starting March 25, and per Starbucks, the Snoopy cups will only be available for a limited time. That means run, don’t walk to your nearest Starbucks!

The designs range from $18-$30, so be prepared to spend a little extra. The best part about these new Snoopy cups, though, is the fact that you can bring them back to Starbucks for a $0.10 discount on your beverage order, and U.S. Starbucks Rewards members can receive 25 bonus Stars!

See The Starbucks Snoopy Cups Here!

Peanuts Friendship Ceramic Mug

This 14-ounce mug features the entire Peanuts gang while they sip on some Starbucks goodness. It goes for $17.95!

Peanuts Joe Kind Snoopy Stainless Steel Tumbler

This 16-ounce stainless steel tumbler pictures a new Snoopy persona, Joe Kind Snoopy, and Woodstock looking cheerful as ever. Fit with double-wall vacuum insulation, a spill-resistant flip lid, and a tapered body for a comfortable grip, it'll keep your hot drinks hot, and your cold drinks cold. It sells for $29.95.

Peanuts Love Plastic Cold Cup

If you love your cold bevs, this Starbucks Snoopy cup is for you! Spotted with illustrations of Joe Kind Snoopy and Woodstock that bring joy with every sip, you'll reach for this baby time and time again. It's part of the collection for $19.95!

A recent study conducted by Harvard University and Mass General Brigham found that people who consumed more butter had a 15% higher risk of early death compared to those who used it in moderation. On the flip side, people who preferred plant oils had a 16% lower risk of mortality.

The results shed light on the ongoing question of whether butter or plant-based oils are the better choice for your health. Sadly for butter lovers, the findings suggest that replacing even two teaspoons of butter with the same amount of plant oil could lower the risk of early death by approximately 17%.

For the study, the research team examined dietary data from three major studies: the Nurses' Health Study, Nurses' Health Study II, and the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study. They tracked over 220,000 Americans' butter consumption, including for both cooking and spreading, as well as their intake of various plant oils, like olive, soybean, canola, corn, and safflower oils.

Over the course of 33 years, the researchers gathered this information via food surveys every four years. Then, they used the data to calculate averages and gain a clearer picture of eating habits.

A total of 50,932 deaths occurred throughout the study, with 12,241 from cancer and 11,240 from heart disease. The team adjusted for variables such as age, physical activity, weight, alcohol consumption, and smoking, which revealed a distinct trend.

Higher butter intake was associated with increased death rates; meanwhile, higher consumption of plant oils was tied to lower death rates. However, not all plant oils had the same effect, as corn and safflower oils showed no significant benefits.

Still, increasing plant oil intake by roughly two tablespoons a day was linked to an 11% reduction in cancer death risk and a 6% decrease in the risk of dying from heart disease.

"Replacing three small pats of butter (approximately 15 grams) with one tablespoon of plant-based oil (approximately 15 grams) in the daily diet could contribute to lowering the risk of premature mortality," the team wrote.

Now, this doesn't mean you need to cut out butter entirely. In fact, the study actually found that butter used for baking or frying wasn't strongly linked to mortality risk. This may be because it's used in smaller quantities or less often.

Butter being spread directly on foods, like bread, showed the strongest connection. So, the researchers suggest making small switches, like swapping out butter for olive oil or canola oil, to maintain taste and enhance your health.

"Even cutting back butter a little and incorporating more plant-based oils into your daily diet can have meaningful long-term health benefits," concluded Dr. Daniel Wang of Harvard's Department of Nutrition.

What is 'Etoilé' about?

According to Vanity Fair, Etoilé focuses on the inner world of two prominent "ballet companies as they embark on a groundbreaking scheme to lure audiences back to their art form." The "scheme" involves something akin to Wife Swap and this is sure to have hilarious and (maybe) disastrous results.

Where is the show based?

Are you ready for this? Viewers will be transported to New York and Paris.

Who's a part of the cast?

Now comes the fun part! Etoilé has a stacked cast that includes Luke Kirby ("Jack"), Charlotte Gainsburg ("Geneviève"), Lou de Laâge, Gideon Glick, David Alvarez, Ivan du Pontavice, Taïs Vinolo, David Haig, Simon Callow, and Yanic Truesdale.

How many episodes will there be?

Etoilé will have eight episodes which seems to be the standard for most series!

How many seasons will there be?

The Hollywood Reporterreported Etoilé will have two seasons.

When does it premiere?

It premieres on Amazon Prime April 24, 2025 so we're counting down until this captivating new series hits our screens. We may even start a group chat so we can talk about explosive moments!

Watch The Trailer For 'Étoile'

It's evident everyone's not on board with the New York and Paris ballet companies swapping their "top talent," but it seems like the high-brow plan may be the greatest thing that happens to them. From comedic rants to the precision of the dancers, Étoile has the makings of a great series!