Aaron Gomez, a part-time barista at a Starbucks in Los Angeles, filed a federal lawsuit on August 17, 2025, alleging he was violently assaulted by a customer on May 13, 2025. ^[1] The assault occurred when a guest became verbally aggressive and physically attacked Gomez after being told he could not use the restroom without first making a purchase. ^[2] Midtown at Bonita, a 68-acre mixed-use development under construction in Lee County, has added the family-owned Alea restaurant and the global coffee chain Starbucks to its tenant roster. ^[3] Researcher Nanna Inie conducted a study indicating that the widespread use of artificial intelligence is creating a concerning trend of cognitive weakening in humans. ^[4] Starbucks stated in an August 12 answer to the complaint that Gomez was terminated for a legitimate business reason and requested that the case be dismissed. ^[5] The attacker threw the store's cash register, a metal cup, drinks, gift cards, and other loose items at Gomez, striking him in the chest. ^[6] Alea, a local Mediterranean restaurant, will serve dishes with Greek influences and flavors and will feature an outdoor bar, which will be the first in the development. ^[7] The developer, The Zuckerman Group, stated that the pedestrian-friendly retail portion of the Midtown at Bonita project will begin to open later this year. ^[8] With the addition of Alea and Starbucks, Midtown at Bonita has reached approximately 75% occupancy. ^[9] Nanna Inie initially expressed skepticism toward artificial intelligence when it first entered the public sphere. ^[10] Researchers associated with the study recommend five specific actions that individuals can take to use artificial intelligence without compromising their brain health. ^[11] The study concludes that the current method of integrating artificial intelligence into daily life poses a risk of weakening the human brain. ^[12]