Zara owner confirms August launch for first UK Lefties store
Zara owner Inditex has confirmed its budget fashion chain Lefties will make its UK debut in Liverpool at the end of August. The retailer is due to open at Liverpool ONE before…
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Grenade launches Soft Core protein bar range
Grenade is expanding its protein bar portfolio with the launch of a new Soft Core range across grocery, convenience and wholesale channels. The 50g bars feature a soft dough…
EU forces Google to open Android and Search data to rival AI platforms, reshaping retail media
The European Commission (EC) has ordered Google to give rival AI assistants greater access to Android and share anonymised search data with competing search engines and qualifying…
AI is scaling retail media creative, but community signals may determine whether it actually works
New research suggests that the volume of creative being generated by AI is increasing much faster than its quality. The post AI is scaling retail media creative, but community…
Refresco Names Minsok Pak As President, Chief Strategy And Transformation Officer
Refresco has appointed Minsok Pak as its new president, chief strategy and transformation officer, effective 15 July 2026.
Marks & Spencer Opens Its Largest Standalone Food Store
UK retailer Marks & Spencer has announced the opening of its largest standalone food store to date in Godalming, Surrey.
Carrefour Belgium Steps Up Commitment For Balanced Nutrition
Carrefour Belgium is strengthening efforts to promote balanced nutrition, in line with recommendations from Belgian Food Council for Prevention.
Popsicle Hard
Tilray Brands announced teaming up with The Magnum Ice Cream Co. with the launch of Popsicle Hard.
Biofermentation: Turning dairy co-products into high-value innovations
The dairy industry has evolved efficiently from basic milk processing to producing various functional ingredients. This progress, however, results in large volumes of low-value…
Clearing the air
Ingredient suppliers address some points of confusion when it comes to defining the term “clean label” and discuss how it can be clarified.
Gumi Yum expands its confectionery range with new £1.25 share bags
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The North Face and Sportshoes continue partnership with Runthrough Trails across three 2026 events
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