Food Safety & Recalls: Taylor Farms recalled jalapeno products across 26 states after a salmonella outbreak tied to Sinaloa peppers, coming on the heels of other produce-linked illness scares that keep spotlighting supply-chain oversight. Regulation & Claims: India’s FSSAI warned influencers and celebrities to stop promoting unverified “health” food claims, threatening legal action for misleading endorsements. Ultra-Processed Foods & Health: A review links higher ultra-processed intake to lower levels of key nutrients like vitamin A/E, selenium and carotenoids, while federal data shows ultra-processed foods make up 55% of U.S. calories (youth nearly 62%). Fast-Food Business Moves: Nelson Peltz’s Trian is reportedly lining up investors to take Wendy’s private as the chain battles weak demand and share loss. Retail & Pricing Pressure: EU packaging rules that start applying Aug. 12 are expected to raise costs for retailers and restaurants, with compliance and recycled material supply driving the squeeze. Local Food Policy: Cebu City ordered school food audits, aiming for a Healthy School Food Environment ordinance based on nutrition, safety, labeling and marketing practices. Sustainable Waste: A Philippine restaurant chain used black soldier fly larvae to turn kitchen waste into fertilizer and feed, cutting disposal problems with local government support. Restaurant Openings/Promos: Ribshack opened its first Bulacan flagship with an in-store café, while Zizzi offered free classic pizza to top students on results days.