Food Safety Crackdown (India): Telangana’s TGSAFE shut down Shadab Hotel (licence suspended) and two other Hyderabad cafés, citing hygiene failures, expired/unsafe ingredients, pest activity, and missing staff training records after inspections and sample seizures. Food Waste + Storage (Canada): Ziploc and Too Good To Go launch “Surprise Seconds,” including Toronto’s “Wheel of Sandwiches” food-truck event, plus recipe and storage tips aimed at turning surplus into new meals. Retail Recall (UK): Tesco recalled Tesco Finest Caesar & Smoked Bacon Coleslaw because some packs may contain Four Cheese Potato Salad with undeclared mustard, creating an allergy risk; refunds offered. Brand/Competition (Pizza): Papa John’s faces continued pressure as sales and market share lag rivals, while management doubles down on transformation via tech, promotions, and franchisee alignment. Food Delivery Trend (US): AMC says cinema delivery sales are up nearly 50% year over year, with popcorn a top seller and expanded “elevated” snack options. Food Security + Farming Tech (Caribbean): Guyana says it’s on track to help CARICOM hit a 25% food import reduction target by 2030 through expanded ag production and regional support. Food Safety Scare (China): A viral formaldehyde-treated cabbage claim is reigniting overseas Chinese fears about tainted food and supply-chain dependence on China. Community Food Access (US): Multiple local drives and programs highlight ongoing hunger relief efforts, from food bank support to school and pantry initiatives.