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indianexpress.comfinance46 days ago
PepsiCo Expands Low- and No-Sugar Beverages to Over 50% of India Portfolio, Targets 90%
PepsiCo said more than 50% of its beverage portfolio in India now comprises low- to no-sugar offerings and aims to reach 90%. The shift comes as viral videos have targeted products from Bournvita, Dabur's Real juice and Coca-Cola's Mazaa, prompting regulatory action and company r…
The Guardianpolitics50 days ago
Beijing Restaurant Sees Surge in Bookings After UK Prime Minister Starmer's Visit
A Beijing restaurant has been fully booked since British Prime Minister Keir Starmer dined there in January. The establishment introduced a special menu based on his order, attracting patrons eager to try the same dishes. This visit marked the first by a British prime minister to…
Pivox / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)politics52 days ago
Suspect Arrested in Attempted Attack on Trump at Correspondents’ Dinner
Cole Allen was arrested at the Washington Hilton after allegedly attempting to kill President Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night. Allen, an active user of the social media platform Blue Sky, frequently liked posts from accounts including those o…
koreatimes.co.krfinance52 days ago
Ube Menu Offerings Rise 230% in US as Philippines Exports Increase 20% in 2025
Ube, a Philippine vegetable, has seen surging popularity on U.S. restaurant menus, with offerings up 230% over four years. Major chains like Starbucks and Peet's introduced ube drinks in 2025 and 2026. Exports from the Philippines hit $3.2 million in 2025, amid growing demand and…
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Purple Yam Ube Gains Popularity in Food Trends Due to Its Color
Ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines, has seen increased use in food products. Flavor experts attribute this rise primarily to its vibrant purple color rather than its taste or cultural origins. The trend aligns with the influence of social media on food presentation.