The Latest Breaking News from Tobacco

Tactics include proposals to raise smoking age to avoid outright ban, and exemptions for cigars, says Cancer Research UK chief

This crucial step, initiated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), aligns with the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act passed in 2022.

A deadline for the White House to review a proposal to ban the extra-addictive cigarettes expired last month with no action

Teen vaping is trending downwards these days. But data from Colorado and around the country show the generation that made Juul cool is still hooked on nicotine.

The research the FDA relies upon to claim banning menthol cigarettes would improve public health is not aligned with the agency's approach to tobacco regulation.

Money spent on tobacco products in England ‘could instead be spent in shops, on entertainment or other services’, author adds

The Kottucheri police have arrested three persons for being allegedly involved in sale of ganja and other banned tobacco items at Thiruvettakkudi and seized ₹1 lakh worth of the banned products from them

FDA warns against selling ZYN nicotine pouches to minors, emphasizing risks of nicotine addiction and underage tobacco use.

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Despite strict regulations, high tax rates, and health concerns, the tobacco industry’s prospects seem bright thanks to consistent product innovation, such as the introduction of new flavors and e-cigarettes. Hence, investing in quality tobacco stocks Turning Point Brands (TPB), Vector Group (VGR) and Imperial Brands (IMBBY) could be wise this…

The Biden administration's delay in banning menthol cigarettes in the US sparks uncertainty and mixed reactions among stakeholders.