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Teen smoking and other tobacco use drop to lowest level in 25 years, CDC reports

Teen smoking hit an all-time low in the U.S. this year

The Independent UK

Archaeologists discover ‘significant’ permanent side-effect of smoking

Archaeologists say tobacco consumption leaves a metabolic record that can be studied for centuries

The Independent UK

Youth tobacco use drops to 25-year low, CDC survey concludes - Roll Call

The survey found that 2.25 million teens reported using a tobacco product in the past 30 days, compared to 2.8 million in 2023.

Roll Call

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The evolution of a Formula 1 sponsorship deal

From the hazy, heady days of tobacco giants to the cryptic crypto currency courtships of recent years, Formula 1 has always relied on sponsorship revenue for a significant slice of the funding required to go racing.

Autosport

We Were Wrong To Panic About Secondhand Smoke

A recent American Cancer Society study reports a negligible risk from passive smoking, shedding new light on the uproar over a 2003 paper.

Reason

Firebombings of Victorian tobacco shops surpass 100 as police detail meeting that sparked war

Police believe an attempt was made by crime figures to control market before ‘friction’ led to arson attacks

The Guardian - AU

Tobacco turf war firebombings pile up as feud rolls on

A dedicated police task force has made inroads disrupting Victoria's tobacco black market in its first year of operation, but the turf war isn't over.

AAP

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UK campaigners call for tobacco windfall tax and yearly levy on ‘lethal trade’

Rachel Reeves urged to levy ‘double whammy’ on firms’ £1bn annual profits to fund measures to end smoking

The Guardian - UK

Smokers have a higher level of harmful bacteria in the mouth – new study

A recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 8 million people die annually from smoking related complications. Despite efforts by governments and various organisations to create awareness about the dangers, around 1.3 billion people still use some form of tobacco and 80% of them live in low…

The Conversation

Vaping ‘to be banned outside schools and hospitals’ in England

Measures to stop children from vaping could be included in forthcoming tobacco and vapes bill

The Guardian - UK

Is big tech harming society? To find out, we need research – but it’s being manipulated by big tech itself

For almost a decade, researchers have been gathering evidence that the social media platform Facebook disproportionately amplifies low-quality content and misinformation.

The Conversation

One million people who never regularly smoked now vape in England – study

The increase was largely driven by young adults, with an estimated 14% of 18 to 24-year-olds who never regularly smoked now vaping, researchers say.

The Independent UK

Illicit tobacco and vape sellers put on notice

A crackdown on shops selling illicit tobacco and illegal vapes could see them shut down for months and be hit with penalties of more than $1 million.

AAP

Events arm of Economist group to stop signing tobacco sponsorship deals

Move signals change of policy that was causing health groups to withdraw from conferences and disquiet within media brand

The Guardian - UK

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‘Crisis issue’: the unease at Economist over parent group’s tobacco links

Paid-for editorial content and event sponsorship at Economist Impact division is fuelling a growing backlash

The Guardian - UK

Pressure mounts on publisher of Economist over ties to tobacco

Exclusive: Experts pull out of health conferences run by Economist Impact after revelations of commercial links

The Guardian - AU

There are way more smoke and vape shops than there used to be. Has the government crackdown had any effect?

New business registrations with vaping-related keywords in the name were lower in 2024 than for any other year

The Times of India

Why there are growing cases of respiratory disease in India

According to the 2017 Global Burden of Diseases Report, India is among the countries with the highest burden of chronic respiratory diseases, accounting for 15.69% of global cases and 30.28% of global deaths from these conditions. It has the highest number of COPD cases, with 55.23 million affected, and the…

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The Guardian - UK

Economist Group cancer conference cancelled due to links to tobacco firms

Exclusive: Speakers and attendees pull out of Economist Impact event over ties to Philip Morris and Japan Tobacco

The Guardian - UK

Children vaping and alcohol warning labels: takeaways from the World Cancer Congress

Event heard findings of research on advertising for tobacco products and estimates of economic cost of ovarian cancer

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3 Consumer Staples Stocks That Provide Stability in Uncertain Times

In uncertain times, consumer staples stocks offer stability through consistent demand and reliable dividends. As markets brace for potential shifts from the Federal Reserve, investors could consider investing in companies like Walmart (WMT), Philip Morris International (PM), and Colgate-Palmolive (CL) for a resilient portfolio. Read more….

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3 High-Dividend Yield Stocks to Buy Before September Ends

As economic sentiments fluctuate, high-dividend stocks are the only ones that provide cushion regardless of the situation. To capture the steady market, you might consider investing in Verizon Communications (VZ), AT&T (T), and Altria Group (MO) this month. Keep reading….

AAP

Drive-by shooting targets tobacco store amid gang wars

Police are investigating after a passenger in a passing car is believed to have fired shots at a tobacco store in Melbourne's north.

Roll Call

Presidential contenders stay mum, for now, on menthol ban - Roll Call

Advocates are watching closely to see if presidential candidates weigh in on a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes.

Reason

Journal of Free Speech Law: "Speech Regulation and Tobacco Harm Reduction," by Jonathan H. Adler & Jacob James Rich

The final article from the Information as Medicine symposium.

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