• People who drink two or more sodas a day have an increased risk of pancreatic cancer, according to a new study from the University of Michigan. [NYP]
• Necco introduced a new formula for its conversation hearts this year, featuring more assertive flavors, but opinions on the change are mixed. [WBZ]
• The Situation from Jersey Shore will be at Buckhead Saloon this weekend and Snooki will be here for Mardi Gras. [Daily News] Earlier: MTV is desperately trying to rein in the Jersey Shore cast's club appearances, but with little luck. [NYP]
• All Starr restaurants stayed open during the weekend Snowpocalypse, but it wasn't a moneymaker. [Inquirer]
• Moby edited a new book on veganism. [Voracious/Seattle Weekly]
• Canadian McDonald's have added new menu items for the Olympics, including a s'mores pie and a chicken parmesan wrap. [CityPages]
• In an effort to solve budgetary woes, some states are looking to privatize liquor stores. [WSJ]
