Asia Pacific
Americas: Scientists say chili peppers can kill cancer cells
Capsaicin, the compound responsible for chili's heat, is used in creams sold to relieve pain, and recent research shows that in high doses, it...
Asia Pacific: India’s Tata Tea Premium rebrands
Tata Tea Premium, India’s tea and flagship brand Tata Global Beverages, will relaunch its brand in the country.
The brand promises a blend of badi...
Asia Pacific: Shanghai to hold packaging show in November
Shanghai World of Packaging expo will hold four shows - PacPro Asia, China-Pharm, FoodPex and BulkPex), from November 17 to 20, 2015 at the...
Asia Pacific: Exposure to phthalates could be linked to pregnancy loss, say Chinese researchers
A study of more than 300 women suggests that exposure to certain phthalates — substances commonly used in food packaging, personal-care and other everyday...
Asia Pacific: VitaFoods Asia rounds up show
In Southeast Asia, the ASEAN Free Trade Agreement (AFTA) has undergone enhancements over the years, which saw the easing of Rules of Origin compliance...
Asia Pacific: US’ Shake Shack to open outlet in Japan
New York's foodservice company Shake Shack intends to open its first Tokyo Shack in the esteemed Meiji-Jingu Gaien park, Japan.
This Shack, inspired by the...
Asia Pacific: NZ research backs belief that tomatoes can be a gout trigger
A group of Otago Department of Biochemistry researchers noticed that a large number of gout sufferers believe tomatoes to be one of these gout...
Asia Pacific: Graminex appoints Connell Brothers as distributor in Australia, NZ
Connell Brothers (CBC) has been appointed to manage the sale and distribution of Graminex's products in Australia and New Zealand, including finished goods and...
Asia Pacific: Crown produces beverage cans to celebrate SG50
As Singapore marks its 50th birthday (SG50) this year, Crown Holdings has been actively supporting local and international brands to celebrate the milestone year...
Asia Pacific: Mitsubishi Corporation buys 12% stake in Olam International
Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) will acquire 12% stake in Singapore's Olam International by subscribing to 332.73 million new shares.
The Japanese company is also acquiring 222.0...