EU Food Policy: The European Commission is working on bloc-wide maximum limits for vitamins and minerals in dietary supplements, but the industry and some Irish politicians warn it could function like an effective ban on certain products. Food Safety & Recalls: Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce shipped to 27 states due to a possible link to the ongoing cyclospora outbreak. Consumer Protection: India’s CCPA launched suo motu action against 41 restaurants for adding service charges by default, ordering refunds and software changes in cases including Chaayos. Food Safety Enforcement: Hyderabad authorities carried out raids over food safety violations, including pest findings at sweets, cookies and cake units. Supply Chain & Retail Resilience: UAE supermarkets say shelves are staying stocked despite longer freight times and higher costs from Strait of Hormuz disruptions, with some chains absorbing inflation. Business & Community Food Access: South Texas Food Bank issued an urgent flood-relief call as flooding hit most of its service area, disrupting access to emergency supplies. Beverage Trends: Starbucks’ Italian soda “hack” highlights how consumers keep pushing customization, while heated coffee mugs reflect demand for temperature-controlled drinkware. Alcohol Business: Globus Spirits reported Q1 FY27 profit up 49.7% YoY as revenue rose 21.1%, driven by strong demand and volume. Water & Public Health: Kurdistan’s PM inaugurated a drinking-water project serving 53 villages, aiming to support health and local agriculture.