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Published on 02:43 GMT

UK Parliament begins first reading of Tobacco and Vapes Bill

The UK House of Commons began its first reading on Tuesday of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill which aims to restrict the legal age to purchase tobacco each year to create the “first smoke-free generation”. The bill was proposed under former prime minister Rishi …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on 02:45 GMT

Havana neighbors set to hold exhibit to showcase Gadsden County Shade Tobacco barns

The Shade Tobacco industry was a key element to Gadsden County's economy back then. Neighbors remember working in the barns that are shown in the exhibit. Watch the video to see what it looks like inside. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: Creating a space to …

Source: WTXL Tallahassee - Florida - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Illicit tobacco seized in Craigieburn

A Craigieburn man has been arrested after police seized almost 200,000 illicit cigarettes and 255kilograms of looseleaf tobacco as part of a targeted investigation into an organised crime syndicate involved in the sale and distribution of illicit tobacco. …

Source: Northern Star Weekly - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Companies accused of attracting youths, children to tobacco

Anti-tobacco activists at a rally in the capital on Wednesday alleged that many children, adolescents and youth in the country are being addicted to tobacco use due to tactful activities and propaganda by the tobacco companies. The companies target the …

Source: Bangladesh Post - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Police crack down as tobacco wars spread into South Australia

Illegal tobacco and vapes have become big business for major crime syndicates in Australia. The battle over the black-market trade has been raging in the eastern states in recent years and has now jumped the border into South Australia. State authorities …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Kyrgyzstan increases tobacco imports by 32% in January-August

AKIPRESS.COM - Kyrgyzstan increased tobacco imports by 32% in 8 months of 2024, according to the National Statistics Committee. The country imported 1.9 million tobacco products in January-August, which is 18.1% more than last year, when 1.6 million were …

Source: AKIpress News Agency - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Tobacco Road To Be Resurfaced And Improved In Hillsborough County

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A major improvement project is coming to Tobacco Road in northern Hillsborough County. Funded by the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Program, this project will resurface and enhance over 1.5 miles of roadway between Hutchison Road …

Source: The Free Press - Tampa - Florida - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

New pouch size for Golden Virginia Original roll-your-own tobacco

As well as the established 30g and 50g sizes, Golden Virginia Original will now also be available in a 40g pouch, on sale with an RRP of £33.70. JTI says the move is a response to continued price inflation and pressures on the cost of living, “with …

Source: Talking Retail - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Tobacco Stocks Rally on Trump Victory

Tobacco stocks rose in the wake of Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election, reports The Wall Street Journal. BAT stocks were up 4 percent this morning; its Reynolds American subsidiary was a large donor to the Make America Great Again …

Source: Tobacco Reporter - North Carolina - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

EU Tobacco Strategy Failing: Critics

According to Smoke Free Sweden, Missing The Target uncovers fundamental flaws in the EU’s approach to achieving its goal of a 5 percent smoking rate by 2040. The 5 percent rate is the internationally recognized benchmark for “smoke free” status. At its …

Source: Tobacco Reporter - North Carolina - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Eric Crampton: Heated tobacco excise - some heet, and some light too

Nobody is quite sure how much worse it is than a standard cigarette. Anywhere from 20% to 70% seems plausible. It would be hard to tell until people start getting sick The American Food and Drug Administration warns it significantly increases the …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Asian Trader Awards: Suresh Arulanantham bags Tobacco Retailer Award

Suresh Arulanantham, who runs the MyCostcutter store in Rye, East Sussex, has won the Tobacco Retailer Award, supported by JTI, at the 2024 Asian Trader Awards ceremony held on 5 November at London's Park Plaza Westminster Bridge hotel. Arulanantham …

Source: Asian Trader Magazine - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Manufacturer Of Banned Tobacco Product Which Is 'Food' Can Be Prosecuted Under Food Safety And Standards Act: Madras ...

The Madras High Court recently upheld the power of the Food Safety Officer to proceed with investigation for sale of banned tobacco products observing that tobacco, with or without any additive was a food product under Section 3(j) of the Food Safety and …

Source: Live Law - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Imperial Brands launches pouch size packs for Golden Virginia Original hand-rolling tobacco

Imperial Brands has announced a new pouch size for its best-selling premium Golden Virginia Original hand-rolling tobacco. As well as the established 30g and 50g sizes, Golden Virginia Original will now for the first time also be available in a 40g pouch, …

Source: Asian Trader Magazine - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Students attend event to tackle dangers of vaping, tobacco use

ALEXANDRIA — More than 40 students from Discovery Middle School, Ashby Public School, Brandon-Evansville High School, and West Central Area Secondary School gathered at Luther Crest Bible Camp in Alexandria in October for a day dedicated to youth …

Source: Echo Press - Minnesota - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

Duo arrested for possession of banned tobacco products worth ₹3 lakh in Tiruchi

: Tiruchi city police seized about 350 kg of banned tobacco products worth ₹3 lakh from a house on Babu Road in Tiruchi on Tuesday and arrested two persons. Acting on a tip-off, the police arrived at the house of L. Revaram, 30 and B. Kajanaram, 34. When …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Nov 6, 2024

UK seeks evidence on standardised tobacco packaging

The UK Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is seeking evidence on standardised packaging for tobacco products. The call for evidence focuses on all tobacco products, tobacco-related devices, cigarette papers, and herbal smoking products. This …

Source: Packaging Gateway - Label Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2024

More than £60,000 of illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Leeds

More than £60,000 of illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Leeds More than £60,000 worth of illegal cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco and vapes have been seized in the Harehills area of Leeds, police said. Last month, retail premises in the area were visited …

Source: Asian Trader Magazine - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2024

'Alarm' over vape and tobacco sales compliance testing results

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Almost half of retailers tested for tobacco and vape sales in Antrim and Newtownabbey did not comply with age restrictions, councillors have been told A report …

Source: NorthernIrelandWorld - Label Pending

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Published on November 6, 2024 - 06:21 GMT

Regional raids net $1.5 million in illicit tobacco

Release date: 06/11/24 Raids in regional South Australia have netted more than $1.5 million in illicit tobacco products as the Malinauskas Labor Government’s crackdown on illicit tobacco and vapes continues – as total seizures surpass $5 million …

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Published on November 5, 2024 - 11:04 GMT

Royal College of Physicians welcomes introduction of Tobacco and Vapes Bill

The RCP has welcomed the introduction of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill which will introduce reforms to phase out smoking entirely. In response to the introduction of the Bill, Professor Sanjay Agrawal, RCP special adviser on tobacco, said: “The introduction …

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Published on November 1, 2024 - 19:37 GMT

ELEKS has been Selected as a Government Vendor to Deliver Ukraine’s eExcise System

ELEKS was selected to develop eExcise, a digital system for Ukraine's government to regulate alcohol and tobacco, strengthening control in these sectors. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, November 1, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ELEKS has been …

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Published on November 6, 2024 - 13:30 GMT

Safety Shot Expands Reach in Metro Chicago with New Distribution Agreement

The Company's innovative alcohol-reducing beverage, Sure Shot, will be available in 450+ stores across the Chicago area. JUPITER, Fla., Nov. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safety Shot, Inc. (Nasdaq: SHOT) (“Safety Shot” or “the Company”) today announced …

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Published on November 5, 2024 - 18:37 GMT

Baby Boomers Beware - More Americans Than Ever Before Now at Risk for Common Blood Vessel Diseases

ROSEMONT, IL, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Is the individual over 50, a current or former tobacco user, or have high blood pressure? Individuals over 50 may be among more than 100 million people in the U.S. who are at the …

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Published on November 6, 2024 - 05:57 GMT

Audit Advisory for Thursday, November 07, 2024

Columbus – Auditor of State Keith Faber’s office is responsible for auditing all public entities in Ohio. His mission is to protect Ohioans’ tax dollars while aggressively fighting fraud, waste, and abuse of public money. The Auditor of State’s Office …

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Published on November 5, 2024 - 11:55 GMT

Midwakh pipe smoking posing ‘significant’ health problems in UAE, scientists find

Despite health risks, a traditional smoking practice known as midwakh is booming in the UAE and other countries in Arabian Peninsula. SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 5, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A traditional type of …

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Published on November 5, 2024 - 16:35 GMT

Attorney General Bonta: Conditionally Approved Pediatric Hospital Merger to Transform Pediatric Health in Southern ...

Attorney General’s conditions to Rady Children’s Health merger to ensure children receive affordable specialized medical services while maintaining healthcare competition OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta conditionally approved the …

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Published on December 7, 2016 - 17:55 GMT

Philip Morris International (PMI) Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.04 Per Share

Philip Morris International (PMI) Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.04 Per Share December 7, 2016

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Published on December 6, 2016 - 14:10 GMT

Massimo Ferragamo Elected to the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International (PMI)

Massimo Ferragamo Elected to the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International (PMI) December 6, 2016

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Published on December 6, 2016 - 09:24 GMT

Philip Morris International (PMI) Announces Filing of Application for Its Electronically Heated Tobacco Product with the ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 6, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) (NYSE / Euronext Paris: PM) on Dec. 5 submitted a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application for its electronically heated tobacco product with the U. …

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Published on November 16, 2016 - 15:46 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference; Revises, for ...

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference; Revises, for Currency Only, 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS Forecast November 16, 2016

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Published on October 25, 2016 - 07:22 GMT

Philip Morris International Recognized as Global Leader for Corporate Action on Climate Change for the Third Year ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today is recognized as a global leader in its action on climate change. For the third consecutive year, the company is on the CDP …

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Published on October 18, 2016 - 11:29 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Third-Quarter Results; Reaffirms 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS ...

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Third-Quarter Results; Reaffirms 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS Forecast October 18, 2016

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Published on October 14, 2016 - 07:33 GMT

Philip Morris International Recognized as Top Employer in Africa

Now certified as leading employer in 29 countries across the globe LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today was recognized for the first time as a Top Employer in …

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Published on October 11, 2016 - 14:19 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Third-Quarter Results

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2016 third- …

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Published on September 29, 2016 - 07:15 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Hosts Investor Day; Revises for Currency, and Narrows, 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc.’s (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) senior management reviews the company’s business outlook and long-term growth strategies at a two-day investor meeting starting …

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Published on September 23, 2016 - 14:01 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Inaugurates Manufacturing Facility in Italy for Potentially Reduced-Risk Products*...

First manufacturing facility for large scale production of heated tobacco products Anticipated investment of approximately EUR 500 million for the facility and pre-existing pilot plant Up to 600 new jobs when fully operational Total initial annual capacity …

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Published on September 22, 2016 - 19:30 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Investor Day

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Investor Day September 22, 2016

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Published on September 16, 2016 - 10:04 GMT

Philip Morris International Welcomes Broad Interest for PMI IMPACT; New Global Initiative to Fight Smuggling and Related ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 15, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) announced today that the response to PMI IMPACT, its new global funding initiative for third party projects dedicated to fighting …

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Published on September 14, 2016 - 08:35 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Increases Dividend by 2% to an Annualized Rate of $4.16 Per Share

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 14, 2016-- Regulatory News: The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today increased the company’s regular quarterly dividend by 2% to an annualized rate of $4.16 per share. …

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Published on September 6, 2016 - 12:45 GMT

Philip Morris International Releases First “Update” on Their Scientific Research to Develop and Assess Potentially ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 6, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today releases the first Reduced-Risk Product (RRP) Scientific Update, a regular publication on its research efforts to develop and assess …

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Published on July 19, 2016 - 11:18 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Second-Quarter Results; Revises 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS ...

Reflecting Currency-Neutral Growth of Approximately 10% to 12% vs. 2015 Adjusted Diluted EPS of $4.42 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 19, 2016-- Regulatory News: 2016 Second-Quarter Reported diluted earnings per share of $1.15, down by $0.06 or 5.0% versus …

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Published on July 12, 2016 - 13:55 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Second-Quarter Results

NEW YORK – July 12, 2016 – Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2016 second-quarter results, which will be issued …

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Published on July 11, 2016 - 02:16 GMT

Philip Morris International Comments on Tribunal’s Decision in Arbitration Between PMI and Uruguay

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 8, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today comments on the decision of an ICSID tribunal in the arbitration between PMI and Uruguay regarding two regulations that …

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Published on June 8, 2016 - 10:02 GMT

53 billion illegal cigarettes consumed in the European Union last year

New KPMG report for British American Tobacco, Imperial Tobacco, Japan Tobacco International and Philip Morris International finds that governments lose up to EUR 11.3 billion in revenues Non-EU contraband and counterfeit increased to 88% LONDON--(BUSINESS …

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Published on June 3, 2016 - 04:56 GMT

PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL INC. DECLARES REGULAR QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $1.02 PER SHARE

NEW YORK, December 9, 2015 -- The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE / Euronext Paris: PM) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.02 per common share, payable on January 8, 2016, to shareholders of record as of …

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Published on May 27, 2016 - 11:37 GMT

Philip Morris International Launches New Initiative to Fight Smuggling and Related Crimes; Pledges USD 100 Million to ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 27, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE /Euronext Paris: PM) announced today a major new initiative — “PMI IMPACT” — to help confront smuggling and related crimes. The centerpiece of PMI …

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