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Published on 05:38 GMT

Singaporeans applaud immediate 20% increase in tobacco tax, but ask if more should be done to curb smoking

SINGAPORE: During the rollout of the national Budget on Thursday (Feb 12), Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced that taxes on all tobacco products would increase by 20%, effective that day. This is the third time in the past few years that excise duty on …

Source: The Independent Singapore - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Michigan tobacco tax increase proposal draws mixed reactions from businesses and consumers

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (WXYZ) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's proposed tobacco tax increase is sparking mixed reactions across metro Detroit, as business owners and consumers weigh the potential impact on their wallets and livelihoods. I traveled from …

Source: WMYD - Michigan - Pending
Published on Feb 12, 2026

singapore Budget 2026: Smoking becomes more expensive as govt increases tobacco tax by 20%

The Government will raise the tax on all tobacco products by 20 per cent from Thursday (Feb 12) to discourage consumption, announced Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his Budget 2026 statement. Smokers will now have to fork out 58.9 cents for each stick of …

Source: Asiaone - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 11, 2026

As cancer rates climb, Iowa lawmakers weigh higher tobacco taxes

Iowa has one of the highest cancer rates in the country and public health advocates say one of the biggest drivers is also one of the most preventable.A new coalition is now pushing lawmakers to raise the price of tobacco, arguing it could save lives, …

Source: KCCI 8 - Iowa - Neutral
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Gov. Reynolds calls for expanded tobacco tax

Reynolds calls for increased, expanded tobacco taxes Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is proposing legislation to expand and increase taxes on smoking products, which she says are a key factor in the state’s high rate of lung cancer. Reynolds announced the …

Source: Missouri Valley Times-News - Iowa - Neutral
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Public health coalition pushing for higher tobacco taxes in Iowa

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. DES MOINES — Cigarette taxes in Iowa would increase by $1.50 per pack, and all other tobacco products, including vapes, would be taxed similarly under a …

Source: The Gazette - Iowa - Neutral
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Whitmer proposes new vaping and tobacco taxes to protect Medicaid coverage

LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will propose a new tax on vaping products and nicotine pouches and a higher tax on tobacco products to generate revenue to help protect health care coverage for 2.5 million residents on Medicaid ahead of federal cuts to the …

Source: Grand Rapids Business Journal - Michigan - Pending
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Whitmer to float vape, tobacco taxes to bridge expected Medicaid shortfall

Updated Feb. 10, 2026, 12:42 p.m. ET Lansing — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer plans to propose new taxes on tobacco and vape products in order to raise additional tax dollars to plug an expected hole in the state's Medicaid health insurance program for the poor …

Source: The Detroit News - Michigan - Neutral
Published on 10:19 GMT

Tobacco industry seeks increased discount for tax stamps

Since 2017, the local tobacco industry has been essentially doing the job of the government in applying tobacco tax stamps to cigarettes to verify that taxes have been paid and to prevent illegal sales and counterfeiting. To offset the costs to local …

Source: The Guam Daily Post - Neutral
Published on 08:35 GMT

Global watchdog says tobacco industry may have fueled illicit trade

The tobacco industry may have contributed to the illicit trade of tobacco in the Philippines, a new report by international watchdog Stopping Tobacco Organizations and Products (STOP) showed. The tobacco industry, STOP said, often portrays itself as a …

Source: Rappler - Neutral
Published on 02:34 GMT

House Eliminates Mandatory Hepatitis B Vaccinations for Children

By GARRY RAYNO, InDepthNH.org CONCORD — Children would no longer be required to have a Hepatitis B vaccine to attend schools and daycares after the House Thursday initially approved House Bill 1719. The removal of the immunization requirement is just one …

Source: InDepth NH - New Hampshire - Pending
Published on 00:54 GMT

What Is the Tobacco Industry?

Concerningly, the tobacco industry has tried to move into the pharmaceutical space. A notable example is PMI’s failed acquisition of Vectura, a medical inhaler company whose products may be used to treat diseases associated with tobacco use. These types of …

Source: STOP - Left-wing
Published on 00:46 GMT

Hawaiʻi looks to regulate flavored tobacco after receiving 'F' grade

State lawmakers took up two bills to regulate tobacco on Thursday afternoon. House Bill 2256 proposes to have the attorney general and the state tax department seize untaxed vapes and e-liquids. House Bill 1563, proposed by the Keiki Caucus, would let …

Source: Hawaii Public Radio - Public Broadcaster
Published on Feb 9, 2026

What a DE tobacco tax hike could mean for your wallet, store owners

Feb. 9, 2026, 5:05 a.m. ET Delaware smokers could potentially pay more for their pack of cigarettes, vape pen or nicotine pouch. And for many small businesses that sell these and other tobacco products, this could be trouble. Gov. Matt Meyer’s proposed …

Source: The News Journal - Delaware - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Nevada lawmakers ponder parity of live entertainment taxes

Feb. 12, 2026, 10:00 a.m. PT Tickets to a Beyoncé concert, a UFC match, and a Golden Knights game might all cost an arm and a leg. But the first will cost an arm and a leg plus 9%, the second plus 8%, and the third plus nothing at all. That’s because in …

Source: Reno Gazette-Journal - Nevada - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

San Agustin: 15-cent cigarette tax discount to help offset $200K stamp machine, other costs

Sen. Joe San Agustin is proposing a roughly 15-cent tax discount per pack of cigarettes to offset the cost paid by private companies that are now running their own machines to make and attach tax stamps on tobacco products. Each tax stamp machine is …

Source: Pacific Daily News - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Why American Life Expectancy is Falling Behind Globally, Falling Apart by State

In a discussion with INET’s Lynn Parramore, researcher Steven H. Woolf explains how the peculiar features of life, policy, and economics in America are killing us sooner, and what we can do to change it. *This is Part 1 of a two-part interview; Part 2 is …

Source: Znetwork - Pending
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Singapore To Boost AI, Defence Sectors To Tackle Uncertainty

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong spent a big part of his budget speech on Thursday on the adoption of artificial intelligence and strengthening defence capabilities as he described the years ahead as “beset by uncertainties“. “Events in just the …

Source: StratNews Global - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Budget 2026: Smokers to pay more for tobacco products as 20% tax hike kicks in on Feb 12

SINGAPORE – Cigarettes, cigars and other tobacco products will now cost more, following a 20 per cent increase in tobacco excise duty that takes effect immediately. The move is to discourage the consumption of such products, said Prime Minister and Finance …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 20:34 GMT

FLEOA Announces Retention of Retired ATF Executive and Atty Thomas Chittum, Newest Member of their Outside Counsel Team

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA), the nation’s largest nonpartisan professional association exclusively representing federal law enforcement officers, …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 08:11 GMT

Dentsu Announces New Global Management Structure

– Further Contributing to Client Growth by Strengthening Execution Capabilities – TOKYO, Feb. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dentsu Group Inc. (Tokyo: 4324; ISIN: JP3551520004; Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & Global CEO: Hiroshi Igarashi; the …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 03:43 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa: 2026 State of the Nation Address

Speaker of the National Assembly (NA), Ms Thoko Didiza; Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane; Former President of South Africa, Mr Kgalema Motlanthe; Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Amos Masondo; Former …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 15:19 GMT

Observe the Holy Month of Ramadan with Palazzo Versace Dubai

The city’s most iconic hotel is offering guests an unforgettable Ramadan with exquisite dining deals and the return of the Hikayat Ramadan Garden. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Palazzo Versace Dubai, the …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 02:14 GMT

Leader of Jacksonville Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced for Role in Drive-By Shooting On I-95

WASHINGTON — Nathaniel Hatcher III, 30, of Jacksonville, has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Harvey Schlesinger for the Middle District of Florida to 35 years in prison for conspiring to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute marijuana, …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

Attorney General Knudsen leads 15-state effort supporting Trump’s ATF director nominee

HELENA – Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen led a coalition of 15 attorneys general in sending a letter to leaders of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary today urging the confirmation of Robert Cekada as director of the Department of Justice’s …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 18:57 GMT

FDA Approves First-of-Its-Kind Device to Treat Pancreatic Cancer

FDA News Release Device Delivers Non-invasive Therapy and Supports Care at Home For Immediate Release: February 12, 2026 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a first-of-its-kind device for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 18:57 GMT

FDA Approves Labeling Changes to Menopausal Hormone Therapy Products

For Immediate Release: February 12, 2026 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved drug labeling changes to six menopausal hormone therapy products, also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), to clarify risk considerations for these drugs. …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry

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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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