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Investigation uncovers disturbing online scheme sending children to the hospital: 'You feel like you're physically dying'...

School-aged children have been able to access drug-laced vape products with disturbing ease through dealers found on popular social media platforms like Snapchat, according to a BBC report. Experts have found that the vape products often contained so- …

Lawmakers push forward on controversial ban of popular retail item: 'I don't want children to be able to access these'

"It's just not feasible." by Robert CrowSeptember 8, 2025 Wisconsin lawmakers have taken a big step toward curbing the use of a product that's harmful for people and the environment — but their efforts are facing a significant legal …

‘Illegal and unregulated products’ allegedly seized at Bensenville vape distributor, Attorney General Pam Bondi says

Federal agents raided a vaping products distributor in a west suburb over alleged ties to “illegal and unregulated products,” representing the largest seizure in a multistate effort, federal officials announced Wednesday.  Attorney General Pam Bondi and …

Is this the smoking gun footage that PROVES China’s role in Ukraine war? Bombshell drone vid reveals Chinese ‘factory’

FOOTAGE taken from a drone shot down by Ukrainian forces appears to show Chinese engineers testing the camera - exposing Xi Jinping's role in Putin's war. The unbelievable gaff appears to reveal China's role in building the deadly Russian drone …

Inside the Smoking Lounge: A Modern Chamber of Self-Destruction

Inside the Smoking Lounge: A Modern Chamber of Self-Destruction By Vikas Thakur As I watched a steady stream of people entering a small cubicle labeled ‘Smoking Lounge’ opposite the washrooms at the airport, Mark Twain’s famous quote came to mind: “Giving …

‘Most violated organ’: Dzulkefly warns of rising lung disease from smoking, chemicals and pollution

PETALING JAYA, Sept 7 — Smoking, vaping, air pollution, exposure to workplace chemicals and microbial infections are among the main causes of lung damage among Malaysians, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.He said the lungs are the most …

Smoking, Vaping, Air Pollution And Chemical Exposure Among Main Causes Of Lung Damage - Dzulkefly

PETALING JAYA, Sept 6 (Bernama) -- Smoking, vaping, air pollution, exposure to chemicals in the workplace, and microbial infections have been identified as among the main causes of lung damage among Malaysians, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly …

Children with Type 1 Diabetes Face Increased Risk of Acute Leukemia, Study Finds

Finland: Children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) may face an elevated risk of developing acute leukemia, particularly acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), according to a large population-based study from Finland. The findings, published in …

Trio of new state laws aim to curb youth vaping

Three new Texas laws aimed at reducing e-cigarette use among adolescents take effect Sept. 1, targeting marketing and products that appeal to children. The new legislation limits devices that resemble phones, school supplies and gaming devices; it also …

Experts call for immediate amendment of tobacco control law, emphasis on public health protection

Experts at a seminar on Tuesday said that public health must be given the highest priority, and the proposed amendment to the Tobacco Control Act should be passed without delay. They made this call at a national seminar organized by the Development …

Gerald Mcraney – TV Star Discusses Disability Casting

Circa 2001 Through the medium of television, Gerald McRaney has been a regular and welcome-visitor in homes across America for the past 18 years. He investigator Rick Simon on “Simon and Simon.” McRaney then went on to become the nation’s favorite U.S. …

Pathogenesis of HIV-Associated Metabolic Syndrome and Clinical Management Recommendations

Introduction Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection is a global public health issue. According to the latest data, 40.8 million people were living with HIV (PLWH) globally and 31.6 million people were accessing antiretroviral therapy (ART) in 2024.1 …

Identification of Novel Biomarkers Associated with Corticosteroid Resistance in Asthma by Bioinformatics Analysis and ...

Introduction Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition of the airways marked by inflammation and structural changes within the airways, which contribute to the development of airway hyperresponsiveness (AHR). Corticosteroid remains the mainstay in the …

Indigestion is commonplace but sometimes concerning. Here’s what you need to know

Every so often, a completely random advert stops me in my tracks and makes me wonder what on earth went on in the room where it was created. For me, that moment came this past weekend, courtesy of a bubblegum-pink, cheerfully surreal advert for Pepto- …

The Truth About Vaping: What You Need to Know in 2025

Understanding the Rise of Vaping Over the past decade, vaping has moved from being a niche alternative to smoking to a mainstream cultural trend. Initially marketed as a safer substitute for traditional cigarettes, vaping quickly gained traction among …

Spain travel warning for Brits as huge ban moves forward

Brits are being warned they could soon be banned from smoking and vaping in Spanish hotspots. The Spanish government has approved a draft tobacco law that would ban locals and holidaymakers alike from smoking and vaping on bar and restaurant terraces and …

May we never forget Sept. 11, 2001

Twenty-four years ago, terrorists attacked the United States with two planes flying into the World Trade Center in New York City and into the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. Now Sept. 11 is commemorated as National Day of Service and Remembrance, a day to …

More cigar bars could open under a bill passed by state Assembly

Wisconsin's Assembly passed a bill that would allow more cigar bars to open in the state. The proposal would permit taverns to sell cigars and pipe tobacco if at least 15% of their income comes from those sales. Supporters argue it expands business …

7-Eleven agrees to $1.2M fine over banned vape sales

Dive Brief: 7-Eleven will pay $1.2 million to resolve charges that it violated a Washington, D.C., restriction on where vapes and e-cigarettes can be sold, the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia announced on Tuesday. A D.C. law …

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

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. …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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- …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Philip Morris International Comments on English Court’s Plain Packaging Decision

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 19, 2016-- Philip Morris International (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today comments on an English Court’s decision to uphold the UK’s plain packaging regulations. In May 2015, PMI and other companies sought a …

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2015 Results; Provides 2016 Earnings Per Share Forecast

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 4, 2016-- Regulatory News: 2015 Full-Year Reported diluted earnings per share of $4.42, down by $0.34 or 7.1% versus $4.76 in 2014 Excluding unfavorable currency of $1.20, reported diluted earnings per share up by $0.86 or …

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2015 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 28, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Thursday, February 4, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2015 Fourth- …

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Holds 2016 Annual Meeting of Shareholders