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EFSA Finds E 962 Safe at Current Exposure Levels
EFSA’s re-evaluation of aspartame-acesulfame salt finds no safety concern at current exposure levels and recommends updating the EU specifications for the sweetener.
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FAO Highlights Africa’s Potato Potential as Production Rises
A June 3 FAO article links Africa’s growing potato production to food security, resilience and stronger plant-health systems across 12 countries.
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FAO Reports Science and AI Call at APEC Food Security Meeting
The FAO reported that its Director-General addressed Asia’s continuing hunger and healthy-diet affordability gaps at an APEC food security meeting.
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WHO and UNICEF Call for Stronger Breastfeeding Support in 2026 Statement
Verified reporting on the July 31 WHO–UNICEF statement: progress is improving, but families still need stronger support through health systems, communities and workplaces.
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WHO Europe Publishes New Report on Armenia’s Urban Food Environment
A new WHO Europe report examines food sold across Yerevan and explains how local evidence can support safer, healthier urban food policy.
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FAO’s arsenic review puts rice safety back in the spotlight
A FAO summary of JECFA’s updated arsenic assessment clarifies what the science covers—and what home cooks should not infer from it.
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Graham’s recalls semi-skimmed milk after penicillin found
A Food Standards Agency alert covers three Graham’s semi-skimmed milk sizes with a 31 July 2026 date. Here is what shoppers should check and do.
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General Mills Adds Whole-Grain-Rich Options for School Kitchens
General Mills Foodservice has announced new and renovated K-12 products designed around changing school nutrition targets, with a focus on whole grains, lower sugar and easier preparation.
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FAO and WHO Map How Molecular Data Could Sharpen Food Safety Decisions
A new FAO/WHO expert summary explains how genomics and related tools could help authorities identify foodborne hazards more precisely, while clarifying what changes for home cooks today.
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EU Opens Public Consultation on GM Oilseed Rape: What Home Cooks Need to Know
The European Commission has opened a public consultation on EFSA’s assessment of genetically modified Brassica juncea RF3, with comments accepted until September 8, 2026.
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EU Authorises Three GM Crops for Food and Feed: What Home Cooks Should Know
A new European Commission decision covers one genetically modified maize authorisation and two renewals for food and animal feed. Here is what the announcement changes—and what it does not—in the kitchen.
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Côte d’Or Makes Its India Debut With Five Chocolate Formats
Mondelēz India has launched five Côte d’Or chocolate formats, including 70% and 86% dark bars, bringing a Belgian chocolate brand to India’s quick-commerce market.