Tobacco, Cigarettes & Cigars News Monitoring

More than $170K worth of drugs, tobacco seized at Mission Institution, says CSC

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) says staff seized a package last week containing large amounts of contraband at the Mission Institution. The package contained methamphetamine, THC shatter, tobacco, and a charging cable, totaling more than $170,000 …

MoveSmarter Health Challenges Cancer Norms in a $320 Billion Market

Eli Lilly’s February 2025 price reductions on weight-loss drug Zepbound and diabetes drug Mounjaro, followed by Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy discounts in March, signal intensifying competition in a pharmaceutical market that earned $176 billion in 2021, with …

Concerns for missing man who has several cigarettes burns to his head

Alan Anderson, 62, is from Bingley. Police say he is described as being slim, with dark grey short messy hair, which is receding. Concerns for missing 62 year old male from Bingley, Alan Anderson. Described as being slim, with dark grey short messy Hair, …

Exclusive E-Cigarette Use Linked to COPD and Hypertension in Adults, finds study

Researchers have identified in a new study that sole e-cigarette use is strongly linked with the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hypertension in adults between 30 and 70 years. The current study, based on longitudinal data from the …

More taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco to fund health care

EL PAÍS offers the América Futura section freely for its daily and global news contribution on sustainable development. If you want to support our journalism, subscribe here. Latin America and the Caribbean are facing the weakest economic growth of any …

Coalition plan to make vapes more widely available ‘exactly what big tobacco wants’, health experts warn

The Coalition’s plan to raise $3.6bn by increasing tax on vapes and making them more widely available would lead to “serious short- and long-term harm” and is “exactly what big tobacco have been asking for”, according to public health experts. The experts, …

Smoking-related deaths will surge by 2030

Smoking and cannabis use are common across the United States, raising growing concerns about their impact on heart health. Nearly one in four Americans aged 12 or older reports recent tobacco use. And about 13% say they’ve used cannabis in the past month. …

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Hires Brian King as Executive Vice President for U.S. Programs

Photograph courtesy of Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids on Thursday named former Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) Director Brian King as its executive vice president for U.S. programs. King  …

Minneapolis man found guilty of Dinkytown tobacco shop shooting that killed two

A Minneapolis man was convicted Friday of homicide charges stemming from a December 2023 shooting that left two people dead inside a Dinkytown tobacco shop.Maleek Jabril Conley, 27, will receive a mandatory life sentence without parole after being …

Motor Vehicle Crash, Downed Wires Close Rt. 79 In Marlboro

Posted Fri, May 2, 2025 at 3:05 pm ET|Updated Fri, May 2, 2025 at 4:27 pm ET MARLBORO, NJ — A motor vehicle crash and downed wires have closed Route 79 in Marlboro, township officials said Friday. The road is currently closed between Lloyd Road and Nolan …

Almost a quarter of Stirling shops fail underage vape and tobacco selling tests

They visited 17 shops in the Stirling area and four sold vapes and tobacco to people aged 16. Three vape sales were made while one shop sold cigarettes to a 16-year-old, and nine fixed penalty notices for £200 were issued for both underage sales and …

Asan Medical Center to build Korea’s largest heavy ion therapy facility

The centre will leverage a system designed for treatment-resistant cancers. Asan Medical Center (AMC) has announced plans to establish South Korea’s largest heavy ion therapy facility to expand personalised treatment options for hard-to-treat cancers. The …

Tiered tax system on cigarettes under fire

Lower prices 'will encourage smoking' PUBLISHED : 3 May 2025 at 05:42 Academics have criticised the tiered tax system currently applied to cigarettes, and called on the government to restructure it to a single excise tax rate as recommended by the …

Federal court blocks Iowa vaping law in lawsuit from e-cigarette manufacturers and retailers

A federal judge blocked an Iowa law restricting e-cigarette sales, ruling it conflicts with federal authority. The judge found the law unconstitutionally granted Iowa power to enforce federal regulations where the FDA hadn't. The ruling prevents the …

Prevalence and determinants of oral potentially malignant disorders in western rajasthan.

Oral cancer with incidence (10.2%) and mortality (9.3%) ranks as second most prevalent cancers in India. Oral cancer diagnosis at early stages through the detection of oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) can lead to the prevention and reduction of …

Tobacco, Marijuana Use To Spike Heart Disease Deaths By 50Pc In Next 5 Years

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Consumption of tobacco and marijuana is expected to spike heart disease death by 50pc in the next 5 years, according to twin studies.It showed that while tobacco use is expected to raise coronary heart disease death …

‘Be the First’: PMI U.S. launches heated tobacco product line IQOS in South Florida

PMI U.S. has launched its heated tobacco product, IQOS, in the greater Fort Lauderdale area, the company announced Friday. The company, perhaps better known as Philip Morris International, is running a “Be the First” pilot program, offering those in the …

Nicotine pouch use doubled in a year among teens: JAMA

Vape shop in south Essex forced to shut after illegal cigarettes and vapes found

Magistrates ordered the closure of Shelby's, in Clarence Road, Grays, for one month after Thurrock Trading Standards officers discovered the illegal tobacco and vapes during an inspection. The inspection at the start of April was prompted by concerns …

Remarkable Resilience of Human Rights Defenders a Source of Hope Amid Global Rollback on Rights

At least 324 defenders killed in 32 countries for their peaceful work in 2024 DUBLIN, IRELAND, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite an increasingly hostile world with expanded threats to their work, human rights defenders (HRDs) everywhere …

Power Up Nursing Celebrates Nurses Month with a Bold Vision for the Future of Healthcare

Partnered with Moxie Scrubs, Power Up Nursingto give back to the nursing community in a tangible way LAKE WORTH BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Power Up Nursing, the national organization dedicated to uniting nurses …

SAP ECC’s Second Act: From Cost Center to Cash Engine

enosix Founder Gerald Schlechter Unveils a Smarter SAP ECC Strategy: Maximize Innovation, Minimize S/4HANA Risk, and Turn Legacy Tech into New Cash Opportunity MUNICH, GERMANY, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For years, SAP customers were …

APS Global Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of L.L.U.C.E., the World’s First Large Language Universal Compliance Engine

One Year Anniversary - Large Language Universal Compliance Engine "L.L.U.C.E." LAUREL, MD, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- APS Global, a leader in AI/LLM-driven regulatory compliance solutions, proudly celebrates the one-year …

Post-Apocalyptic Thriller to Hit the Big Screen: Film Adaptation of Electromagnetic Pulse Survival Story Announced

WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author William R. Forstchen’s New York Times #1 bestseller One Second After was the first to give readers a realistic look at an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) strike and its …

Lydia Hawke, Best-Selling Author, Champions Ageless Power in Her Bold New Thriller, A Web of Obsidian

Lydia Hawke dismantles the stereotypes of aging women in fiction, replacing invisibility with impact and frailty with fire. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lydia Hawke, best-selling author, shattering …

UAGC Hosts Third Annual Commencement Career Fair in Glendale, Arizona

CHANDLER, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) is proud to host its third annual in-person Commencement Career Fair on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MST, at the …

Back to Regular Programming: Suzy Chase Relaunches Her Hit Lifestyle Podcasts

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Suzy Chase, longtime independent podcaster and creator of the cookbook podcast niche, announces the conclusion of Dinner Party {a Substack podcast} at the end of its current season. …

Chad Nicholas, Best-Selling Author, is Redefining Modern Horror - One Nightmare at a Time

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chad Nicholas, an Amazon best-selling author, is carving out a bold legacy in the world of horror, mystery, and thriller fiction. With a sharp command of tension, atmosphere, and …

Sisters of the Valley Announce a Very Special Sale in Honor of Mother’s Day

35% off in All Sister Stores as a Salute to Mothers and Caregivers MERCED, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a tribute to mothers and caregivers around the world, the Sisters of the Valley are offering a rare 35% discount across …

The Silent Struggle: Understanding the Mental Health Effects of Bullying

Join Stand for the Silent in Their Mission to Support Affected Students and Foster Resilience. OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. , OK, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, making it a great time to …

Blockchain and Regulation Shape the Future of Real Estate: Roberto Guzmán García

Real estate tokenization is reshaping property investment, and according to available data, it could become a viable financial model by 2025. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Real estate tokenization is reshaping property …

WXN Announces 2025 GAIL Award Winners: Spotlighting Global DEIB Champions

Honouring 25 Visionary Leaders and Organizations Driving Inclusive Excellence Worldwide TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WXN (Women’s Executive Network), along with Platinum Partner MLSE, today unveiled the names of 25 …

The Strawser Auction Group has five auctions slated for late May, live and online. They'll be field days for collectors

They'll feature Staffordshire, majolica, antique glass, rose bowls, miniature oil lamps, pottery, ceramics, Lusterware, sterling silver, glass candy containers. WOLCOTTVILLE, IN, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Late May will …

Balfour Capital Welcomes Ana Maria Pintilie as Investment Advisor - Italy

Hedge Funds, Investments, Trading YVERDON-LES-BAINS, SWITZERLAND, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group Appoints Ana Maria Pintilie to Expand Multinational Advisory and Real Estate Capabilities Balfour Capital Group (BCG), a …

AMMWEC to Host Capitol Hill Event: "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing Asia's Potential"

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will be hosting an upcoming Capitol Hill event titled "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing …

Maverick Behavioral Health Opens New Outpatient Rehab for Alcohol and Drug Abuse in Texas

Euless, Texas – Maverick Behavioral Health is thrilled to announce the opening of its new outpatient rehab for alcohol and drug abuse in Dallas, Texas. With bold, individualized, and compassionate care by a team of addiction specialists, the new facility …

Anne Marie Otáñez Selected to Present at The CPD Expo 2025 in London, Showcasing Her CPD-Accredited Leadership Program

Anne Marie Otáñez to showcase her CPD-accredited leadership program at The CPD Expo 2025, advancing inclusive executive training. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally recognized executive coach and …

History Starts in Ventura: First-Ever Global Van Expedition Kicks Off This May

Tiny Planet’s Round-the-World Drive Begins at Adventure Van Expo, Blending Innovation, Exploration, and Family Resilience CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ventura will make history this May as it becomes the official launch …

Balfour Capital Welcomes Dalia Yassin as Investment Advisor

Hedge Funds, Investments, Trading YVERDON-LES-BAINS , SWITZERLAND, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group Appoints Dalia Yassin to Lead International Infrastructure and Contract Strategy Expansion Balfour Capital Group (BCG), …