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Published on Mar 12, 2025

Tobacco companies to pay P.E.I. $168 million as part of lawsuit settlement

The P.E.I. government expects to get $168 million from tobacco companies as its share of the settlement in a lawsuit involving multiple provinces. In a statement, Health Minister Mark McLane said the province anticipates receiving $40 million upfront, with …

Source: Saltwire - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Dave Weldon, former lawmaker and vaccine critic, faces Senate grilling at CDC confirmation hearing

Dr. Dave Weldon, a former Florida congressman and physician, is set to appear at a Senate confirmation hearing Thursday for his nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unknown to many in the general public, he’s well known in …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Mar 12, 2025

No Smoking Day 2025: This man invented cigarettes in..., his innovation led to...

Home Viral No Smoking Day 2025: This man invented cigarettes in…, his innovation led to… On No Smoking Day 2025, let us delve into the history of, James Buchanan Duke, the man who invented modern cigarettes in the 1880s, when he and his brother, Benjamin …

Source: India.com - Center-right
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Rep. Marshall resigns, Republicans wrangle over replacement, Nelson appointed

by Nathan Boddy, Bitterroot Star, and Mara Silvers, Montana Free Press Ravalli County Republicans briefly engaged in a power struggle to fill the seat vacated by outgoing Representative Ron Marshall, who resigned midway through the state legislative …

Source: Bitterroot Star - Montana - Neutral
Published on 02:55 GMT

Statement from Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane

CANADA, March 12 - Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane issued the following statement on the resolution of tobacco litigation: “I am pleased to announce a resolution in an effort to recover money for our health system from tobacco companies that …

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Published on 02:05 GMT

US Lawmakers Resume Push for Federal Safe Gambling Bill

Hoping to address the risks associated with legal sports betting, US Rep. Paul Tonko and Sen. Richard Blumenthal have reintroduced the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act (SAFE Bet Act). During an 11 March press conference, the …

Source: Gambling News - New York - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Netherlands set to raise smoking and vaping age to 21

The Netherlands is set to raise the smoking and vaping age to 21 as part of a major crackdown on nicotine addiction. Credit : Shutterstock, Andrey_Popov The Dutch government is planning to shake things up when it comes to smoking and vaping. A new proposal …

Source: Euro Weekly News - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Government of Canada announces two initiatives to combat tobacco-related harms

March 7, 2025 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada Tobacco remains a significant preventable cause of death in Canada, with approximately 46,000 people dying from tobacco-related illnesses every year. For this reason, we remain steadfast in our objective of less …

Source: Health Canada - Gov't Institution
Published on Mar 12, 2025

'I swear I'm gonna quit' - It's time to reconsider your relationship with your vape

As vape addictions continue to rise, it's time to reconsider your vaping habit ( Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) "I swear I am going to quit vaping soon". "A couple more puffs and I'll throw it in the bin". "This is …

Source: Daily Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Mar 7, 2025

Tobacco companies’ plans of arrangement approved, claims to begin for class action worth billions

Law360 Canada (March 7, 2025, 5:10 PM EST) -- The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has approved the plans of compromise and arrangement for three tobacco companies, which allows the claims process to begin for a class action against them potentially worth …

Source: Law360 Canada - Label Pending
Published on Mar 7, 2025

N.S. to receive $809M from settlement with tobacco companies

Nova Scotia·New Nova Scotia is expected to receive $200 million in the first year and the remaining money over the next 15 to 20 years. Province expected to get $200M in first year, remainder over next 15 to 20 years CBC News · Posted: Mar 07, 2025 2:05 PM …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 7, 2025

N.S. to receive $809M from tobacco companies for impact on healthcare

Nova Scotia is getting a major settlement from tobacco companies. The province says they will receive $809 million for the impact of smoking on the healthcare system. All provinces and territories came together to sue for the healthcare costs related to …

Source: CJLS - Massachusetts - Label Pending
Published on Mar 7, 2025

BC wins billions after 28-year battle with tobacco companies over deceptive marketing

After nearly three decades of legal battles with tobacco companies, a resolution has been reached which has garnered Canada a settlement of $32.5 billion. Canada was facing Benson & Hedges, JTI-Macdonald Corp., Rothmans and Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. …

Source: Victoria Buzz - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

American Cancer Society Action Network: Tax cigarettes extra $1 per pack

TRENTON – After New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy released his proposed budget for 2025. In response, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) New Jersey Government Relations Director Quinton Law issued the following statement, …

Source: Ocean City Sentinel - New Jersey - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

The politics of lawsuits: How Missouri's attorney general is making a name for himself

“As the United States has become much more polarized, that’s been matched by the politicization of the attorney general’s office." JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — When Missouri's attorney general says he'll seize Chinese-owned assets to force China to …

Source: KSDK - Missouri - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Tax the Past? By John Stossel

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Climate activists have found a new way to force us to pay more for energy. New York and Vermont passed laws that will raise the price of oil, gas and electricity by taxing the past. New York's new law …

Source: Rasmussen Report - Center-right
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Maternal Smoking Impacts Male Health More Than Female

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen have identified a genetic link to smoking in pregnancy. The full paper is published today in eBiomedicine Part of The LANCET Discovery Science. The team, led by Professor Paul Fowler, Chair in Translational …

Source: Technology Networks - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Opinion: Tax the Past? – John Stossel

Climate activists have found a new way to force us to pay more for energy. New York and Vermont passed laws that will raise the price of oil, gas and electricity by taxing the past. New York’s new law demands fossil fuel companies pay $75 billion for …

Source: Prescott eNews - Arizona - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Genes linked to smoking in pregnancy identified in new UK-wide study

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen have identified a genetic link to smoking in pregnancy. Results from the UK-wide study also showed that males experience more long-lasting effects when the mother smokes whilst pregnant (maternal smoking) than …

Source: STV News - Neutral

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 04:50 GMT

Saskatchewan set to Receive Over $700 Million in Canada's Historic Tobacco Settlement

CANADA, March 10 - Released on March 10, 2025 The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to see a resolution was reached in efforts to recover funds for the provincial healthcare system from tobacco companies that have sold cigarettes in Canada. The Chief …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 21:23 GMT

Nova Scotia to Recoup Hundreds of Millions from Tobacco Settlement

CANADA, March 7 - Nova Scotia will receive about $809 million from tobacco companies for the impact of smoking on the healthcare system. All provinces and territories joined together to sue for the healthcare costs related to tobacco use. A mediated …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 07:59 GMT

First illicit tobacco store hit with long-term closure order

Release date: 07/03/25 The Malinauskas Labor Government has hit a northern suburbs retail store caught selling illicit tobacco and vapes with its first long-term closure order. Following an application by Minister Michaels, Thingy Gifts in Salisbury North …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 02:55 GMT

Statement from Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane

CANADA, March 12 - Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane issued the following statement on the resolution of tobacco litigation: “I am pleased to announce a resolution in an effort to recover money for our health system from tobacco companies that …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 12:59 GMT

Additive Manufacturing Market Projected To Witness Substantial Growth, 2025-2032 | Altria Group Inc., Habanos S.A.

CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The latest report from Coherent Market Insights examines the growth prospects of the Additive Manufacturing Market from 2025 to 2032. This in-depth analysis covers industry size, market …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

Global Pulmolite Market Insights 2025: Key Trends, Market Size, And Growth Forecast

Pulmolite Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports Released: Trends, Forecasts to 2034 – Early …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 05:26 GMT

Rising Prevalence Of High Cholesterol Fuels Growth In The Market: Key Repatha Market Driver 2025-2034

The Business Research Company's Rising Prevalence Of High Cholesterol Fuels Growth In The Market: Key Repatha Market Driver 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports …

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Published on March 12, 2025 - 05:24 GMT

Top Growth Driver In The Praluent Market 2025: Increasing Cardiovascular Disease Drive Market Growth

The Business Research Company's Praluent Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports Released: Trends, …

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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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