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UPDATE energy drink tours with a mobile pop-up shop in Chicago
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UPDATE energy drink is taking its Focus Lab tour to Chicago on Oct. 21 using a Nomad Luxe Walk-In L mobile pop-up shop from The Clear Idea. The setup is designed to open fast, travel easily and function as a ready-to-run retail space for sampling…
China freeze-dried food buyers urged to verify aerospace claims
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A supplied verification set on China’s freeze-dried food sector highlights one Shenyang supply-chain company and nine peer food makers, but says none is proven to produce aerospace-grade freeze-dried meals.
Junaid Family Foundation links women’s tennis in Islamabad to health and education push
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The Junaid Family Foundation wrapped a women’s tennis tournament in Islamabad on Oct. 17 while tying the event to broader efforts on maternal health, girls’ education and women’s opportunity in Pakistan.
Pet Travel Advisors publishes country-by-country pet export guides for 2027 moves
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Pet Travel Advisors has released free country guides for Canadians moving dogs and cats abroad in 2027, outlining tests, permits, quarantine rules and timing for destinations including Australia, the U.K. and Japan.
Food extrusion market seen topping $149 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global food extrusion market is headed for rapid growth, driven by demand for processed foods, plant-based products and better extrusion technology.
Gong cha adds horchata drinks to U.S. menu for limited time
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Gong cha will launch three horchata-inspired drinks at participating U.S. stores on Oct. 13, extending the bubble tea chain’s fall menu with cinnamon-forward flavors.
Most U.S. families are cutting back on meat and seafood as grocery prices climb
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A new MarketBeat survey of 3,042 U.S. households found that 62% have reduced the amount or type of meat, seafood or dairy they buy over the past year because of rising grocery prices.
Top 10 takeout insulated bag manufacturers for 2026 focus on compliance and custom OEM service
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A new 2026 review ranks ten takeout insulated bag manufacturers across China, the United States and Vietnam, with compliance documentation and measured thermal performance now outweighing price alone.
Registration opens for 2027 U.S. Identity Preserved International Summit in Tokyo
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Registration is now open for the U.S. Identity Preserved International Summit, set for Feb. 22-24, 2027, in Tokyo.
Roero DOCG heads to Florida for American Wine Society conference
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Sip and Savor will bring Roero DOCG wines and premium Italian deli meats to Jacksonville, Florida, for the American Wine Society Annual Conference from Oct. 22-24. The program centers on an Oct. 23 masterclass and a 14-wine showcase aimed at…
Heytea and Lisa launch global collab with mango sticky rice drink
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Heytea and BLACKPINK’s Lisa are turning a viral fan moment into a global product drop on Oct. 15, with a limited-edition Mango Coconut Sticky Rice drink rolling out across more than 3,500 stores in 11 countries and regions.
FoodAMed launches U.S. franchise push for vegan restaurant concept
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FoodAMed has opened its franchise program and is looking for partners across the U.S. to expand its plant-based restaurant and prepared-meals concept beyond Texas.
Report says Australia’s kangaroo meat trade failed food safety checks
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A new investigation from the Center for a Humane Economy says Australia’s commercial kangaroo industry exported meat that failed food safety testing and then sold downgraded product at home, raising risks for people and pets.
FDA’s new quality rule raises the bar for contact lens buyers
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The FDA’s February 2, 2026 shift to the Quality Management System Regulation changed how medical device factories are inspected and put ISO 13485:2016 at the center of U.S. device quality oversight.
TWN Flames wins Southern Idaho Food Truck of the Year
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The Buhl, Idaho food truck earned recognition from the Consumer Ratings Institute after posting a 4.9-star rating based on public review data.
62% of Americans cut other spending to keep paying for stress relief
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New research from Drug Rehab USA finds financial stress is still weighing on most U.S. adults, with 83% saying it has not improved in the past year and 1 in 5 delaying or skipping therapy because of cost.
NKore gets FDA feedback on NK101 before U.S. trial filing
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NKore BioTherapeutics said it completed a pre-IND meeting with the FDA for NK101, its lead allogeneic cell therapy for cancer.
NorthShore donates $6,200 to Northern Illinois Food Bank through Cubs Radio partnership
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NorthShore Adult Diapers turned Cubs saves and triples into a $6,200 donation for Northern Illinois Food Bank, a gift the food bank says will translate into more than $40,000 worth of groceries for families across 13 northern Illinois counties….
Dunya Analytics warns Super El Niño could hit global food supply through 2028
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Dunya Analytics says the 2026/2027 Super El Niño is already cutting crop yields and exposing major exporters to drought risk across several regions.
U.S. skiing draws 53.1 million visits as Latin American demand and labor grow
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The U.S. ski industry ended the 2025-26 season with 53.1 million skier and rider visits, even with snowfall 33% below the 10-year average.
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