Bottle Recycling Push: California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Sen. Catherine Blakespear’s SB 955 to expand beverage-container return access and eliminate “recycling dead zones,” aiming for 100% of sold bottles to be returnable for CRV refunds. Retail Energy Drink Shake-Up: Kroger stopped selling Red Bull at Fry’s stores nationwide, pulling displays and coolers as the brand runs out of stock while the retailer works with suppliers. Food Safety/Regulation: India’s FSSAI took action against Nestlé baby formula, saying a sample was “substandard” on biotin levels and filing cases over alleged misleading infant-nutrition claims. Beverage Brand Spotlight: Hurtigruten unveiled “Arctic Barolo,” matured for a year beneath the Arctic Ocean and now served exclusively on its ships. Local Food Culture: Pease Pickle Fest returns Sept. 26 with 120+ vendors, pickle-themed drinks and foods, and family activities. Restaurant Moves: Petros closed its Manhattan Beach flagship and filed for a new “Petros Speakeasy” concept next to its Playa del Rey café. Quick Kitchen Tip: A guide recommends reheating leftover pizza in an air fryer for crispier results without overcooking.