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8.5 billion plastic straws are thrown away every year in the UK. Pic:Getty/jon11

UK considers plastic straw ban

The UK government has announced plans to end sales of plastic straws, drink stirrers and plastic-stemmed cotton buds, encouraging other Commonwealth countries to take similar steps to cut down on plastic waste.

AB InBev acquires Atom Group

AB InBev has acquired UK spirits company, Atom Group, via its global growth and innovation arm ZX Ventures.

Japan’s big four beer companies to share transport amidst shortage of manpower

Asahi, Kirin, Sapporo and Suntory will deliver products across Japan via the same long-distance trucks and trains, in a rare display of co-operation among the nation’s big four beer brands.

Abbott launches Ensure Max Protein targeting consumers over 50 who still aren’t getting enough protein

Abbott has launched Ensure Max Protein, a 150-calorie beverage with 30 grams of protein and all nine essential amino acids, the highest protein content in its Ensure line of nutrition drinks.