Energy Drinks

Lampasas ISD will ban energy drinks and caffeine pouches on all campuses starting with the 2026-27 school year, as announced in a Facebook post from the high school.

Barron Trump, 20, may be forced to testify before the House oversight committee regarding alleged connections to Andrew and Tristan Tate, who face allegations of rape, assault, trafficking, and child pornography offenses. The Tates, known for monetizing misogyny, were arrested in Miami and are fighting extradition to the UK. Barron, who has been promoting energy drinks and cryptocurrency ventures, is being called to testify by congresswoman Yassamin Ansari.

The American Heart Association states up to 5 cups of caffeinated coffee daily (400 mg caffeine) is safe for most adults and may lower heart disease risk, but exceeding 4 cups could increase heart failure risk. Black coffee without additives is emphasized for benefits, while energy drinks are warned against due to high caffeine content.

A new American Heart Association review suggests that up to 400 milligrams of caffeine daily, roughly three to five cups of coffee, is generally safe and may reduce risks of heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes. However, highly concentrated energy drinks and caffeine shots can increase blood pressure and cause irregular heart rhythms.

Selling high-caffeine energy drinks to individuals under 16 years old will be illegal in England starting April next year. Lower-caffeine soft drinks will remain available for sale to younger consumers.

The CDC recommends drinking 8 ounces of water every 15-20 minutes during extreme heat, avoiding overhydration by limiting intake to no more than 1.5 quarts per hour. Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich emphasized hydration and safety precautions during a heat wave, while warning against alcohol and energy drinks due to increased heat-related risks.

India's food watchdog is targeting energy drinks, including Red Bull, for misbranding. Boxes of Red Bull were photographed in Mumbai, India.

The Texas Attorney General is investigating energy drinks. The American Diabetes Association's annual conference is starting in New Orleans, with STAT providing coverage through its newsletters.

A star cheerleader's sudden death has been linked to severe health complications from consuming 'supercharged' energy drinks, highlighting potential dangers of excessive caffeine and stimulant intake. The incident has sparked discussions about the safety of energy drink consumption and its impact on young athletes.

McDonald's is expanding its cold beverage menu to include refreshers and crafted sodas starting nationwide in May. The company also plans to introduce energy drinks later this year as part of its beverage strategy.