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the new state of play

Lewis Wallis and Dr Samuel Dicken summarise the major developments from 2025 and reflect on what we might expect in the next year as science and policy continue to evolve around ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and foods high in fat, sugar and/or salt (HFSS). Reflecting on a year of UPF and HFSS Over the past year, …

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European Commission gives final approval to Mars’ $36bn Kellanova acquisition

European Commission grants final approval for Mars’ $36bn Kellanova acquisition, creating a global snacking powerhouse with nine billion-dollar brands. Mars, Incorporated has secured final, unconditional regulatory approval from the European Commission for its $36 billion acquisition of Kellanova, allowing the two global snacking businesses to close their long-planned takeover on 11 December 2025. The approval …