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Elf Bar and other e-cigarette makers dodged US customs and taxes after China's ban on vaping flavors

Until recently, the Chinese manufacturer behind Elf Bar e-cigarettes was able to slip its products passed U.S. customs officials

The Independent UK

Illegal cigarettes, vapes seized in $2.3m police bust

Victorian police officers have raided several tobacco stores linked to crime syndicates, seizing $2.3 million worth of illicit tobacco products.

AAP

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network lobbies KY lawmakers for anti-smoking measure in state

A campaign from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network is requesting that lawmakers approve a yearly $10 million investment towards the state’s Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program.

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Why is smoking back? Could one reason be loneliness?

More young people are taking up the habit, and one reason may be a need for the comfort of connection, says Coco Khan, a Guardian commissioning editor

The Guardian - UK

Anantpur police to undergo training on COTPA; curb tobacco addiction among children

Strict action to be taken against public smoking & tobacco sales near educational institutions in Anantapur district.

The Hindu

E-cigarettes are not shown to be effective for quitting tobacco use: WHO

The WHO added there is an urgent need to control e-cigarettes to protect children, as well as non-smokers and minimise health harms to the population.

The Hindu

Technology can help commercial crop growers meet challenges of climate mandates, says ICAR ADG

Indian Council of Agricultural Research Assistant Director General (ICAR - Commercial Agriculture and Seed) D.K. Yadava on December 13 (Wednesday) advocated the adoption of climate-resilient technologies to encourage commercial crops in a bid to meet the challenges related to new climate mandates.

The Hindu

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Could Emily afford to rent in Paris? An author's guide to surviving gentrification

Journalist Cole Stangler is the author of "Paris Is Not Dead: Surviving Hypergentrification in the City of Light". His book delves into the phenomenon of gentrification in the French capital, with high rents pushing many residents out to the suburbs, while also celebrating the neighbourhoods that still remain affordable for…

France 24

Recurrent inclement weather remains a headache for tobacco growers in south coastal Andhra Pradesh

Tobacco growers in south coastal Andhra Pradesh are in trouble as the cyclonic storm Michaung has flattened the crops in the region. It is for the second consecutive year that the tobacco farmers are grappling with nature’s fury. Cyclonic storm Mandous wreaked havoc on the tobacco crop in about 40%…

The Hindu

Police inspector injured in tiff with hotel employee in Kadapa

A police inspector sustained injury following a clash with an employee of a hotel in Kadapa. Anil, who is working as an Inspector in the intelligence wing, scolded the hotel employee for moving around late in the night, and for smoking and chewing tobacco in the public place, leading to…

The Hindu

Millions of young people exposed to vape posts online, charity says

Report claims posts promoting smoking alternatives have been viewed more than 3.4bn times across social media

The Guardian - UK

Individual cigarettes to contain warnings under new law

New smoking laws that address rising levels of vaping have passed parliament, banning the use of appealing names and including new warnings on packets.

AAP

White House delays menthol cigarette ban, alarming anti-smoking advocates

The White House is pushing back a plan to ban menthol cigarettes, an unexpected delay that quickly sparked criticism from anti-smoking groups

The Independent UK

FDA delays menthol ban following lobbying war - Roll Call

In a victory for the tobacco industry, the Biden administration is delaying a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.

Roll Call

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New Zealand's Indigenous people are furious over plans to snuff out anti-smoking laws

A year ago, New Zealand enacted what are perhaps the world's toughest anti-smoking laws. The new conservative government plans a repeal — and an end the Maori Health Authority. Protests have ensued.

The Hindu

Permit sale of tobacco produced by unauthorised growers, says Pratap Simha

MP Simha urges Union Minister Goyal to permit sale of tobacco produced by unauthorised growers in Karnataka with nil penalties for 2023-24 crop season. 40,000 authorised and 11,000 unregistered farmers cultivate the crop in Mysuru region for livelihood. Prolonged drought led to drop in productivity and impacted farmers' finances. MP…

Evening Standard

BAT takes £25bn charge on US cigarette brands

The Dunhill and Lucky Strike firm saw shares slide in early trading as a result

Crikey

Remote Indigenous communities pay the health price for low stock and high prices

‘If people are really, really hungry, and there’s no food. You know what quenches food craving? Chewing tobacco and smoking.’

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Reason

Repeal Day Lessons for Tobacco Prohibitionists

Today’s nicotine prohibitionists may do well to take a few moments to contemplate their anti-alcohol predecessors.

Radio France Internationale

France moves to ban disposable e-cigarettes

French parliament backed a proposal to ban single-use electronic cigarettes, considered to be gateways to tobacco addiction for teenagers and harmful to the environment.

StockNews.com

3 Tobacco Stocks to Ignite Gains in December

Despite several obstacles, the enduring momentum of the tobacco industry appears stable, buoyed by solid demand and the unveiling of innovative products. Hence, investors could add quality tobacco stocks Imperial Brands PLC (IMBBY), Universal Corporation (UVV), and Japan Tobacco (JAPAY) to their portfolio, which could ignite gains in December. Read…

WEKU

Some KY farmers could help fight Malaria in Africa

A relatively small group of Kentucky farmers could help the people of Africa fight a life-threatening disease. It was just one topic discussed during a meeting of the Kentucky Tobacco Research Board Monday.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Where to play golf around Pinehurst: Golfweek’s Best 2023 public-access courses

Thanks to Golfweek’s Best rankings, we break out the top public-access courses around Pinehurst, North Carolina.

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3 Tobacco Stock Picks for December Portfolio Prosperity

Despite various challenges, the tobacco industry thrives on sustained consumption. Moreover, introducing new products is expected to boost the industry’s long-term prospects. Therefore, investors could look to invest in the fundamentally strong tobacco stocks Vector Group (VGR), British American Tobacco (BTI), and Turning Point Brands (TPB). Read on….

The Guardian - AU

‘No sympathy’: why are vape stores still opening across Australia six months before ban comes into force?

Shops are flourishing thanks to huge profits despite significant reforms flagged a year ago, observers say

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