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Published on Mar 19, 2026

Is Latvia an oasis of cigarettes and alcohol?

Cigarette prices in Latvia have doubled over the last ten years, but during the same period the excise tax on vodka has not even increased by half, according to an analysis by Latvian Television's "Forbidden Method" ("Aizliegtais …

Source: LSM - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Hong Kong panel: High-rise fire in Nov. most likely caused by cigarette

Investigators in Hong Kong say a massive fire that devastated a high-rise residential complex in November was most likely caused by a cigarette. The catastrophe killed 168 people and prompted the Hong Kong government to set up an independent panel to look …

Source: NHK - Public Broadcaster
Published on 02:38 GMT

Peaky Blinders series 6 ending explained and everyone who died before The Immortal Man

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man picks up after the explosive ending of the main series — so you’ll probably need a quick recap of what happened (and who died) in series 6 before hitting play on Netflix. It’s been almost four years since Tommy Shelby’s …

Source: Entertainment Daily - Pending
Published on Mar 19, 2026

New world's oldest person who still smokes roll-ups found after 55 years in care home

Brazilian officials claim to have verified the age of 118-year-old Luiz Carlos dos Santos who does not speak but has several unique habits, including making patterns from stones and smoking If the Brazilian records are confirmed, this man is set to become …

Source: Daily Star - Indeterminate
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Man who allegedly sold ODU shooter illegal gun pleads not guilty; bond denied

NORFOLK, Va. — Kenya Chapman, the Smithfield man facing multiple gun charges, one connected to his alleged sale of a gun to Mohamed Bailor Jalloh — the man who opened fire on a classroom on Old Dominion University's campus last week, killing one and …

Source: WTKR 3 - Virginia - Neutral
Published on 02:32 GMT

Every Peaky Blinders actor who’s died, from Helen McCrory to Benjamin Zephaniah

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is bringing Tommy Shelby back to screens, along with several familiar faces. But as the long-awaited film arrives, it also serves as a reminder of the stars we’ve sadly lost since the series first began. Cillian Murphy’s …

Source: Entertainment Daily - Pending
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Dad, 41, who suffered cardiac arrest in gym class is saved by owners’ quick-thinking

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent (U.S.) - Center-left
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Peter Thompson Dies: Stage Publicist Who Put Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameron Mackintosh & Mega Musicals On The Theatrical ...

Peter Thompson, who was the foremost West End stage publicist for four decades and the man who orchestrated publicity for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats, The Phantom of the Opera and his other hits, died Wednesday night. He was 81. His husband Stephen Barton …

Source: Deadline - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Sniffer dogs uncover £15k haul of illegal tobacco and vapes in Tameside crackdown

Specialist sniffer dogs helped uncover thousands of illegal tobacco products during a major enforcement operation across Tameside. Dogs named Fred, Sky and Dora joined trading standards officers and Greater Manchester Police on coordinated spot checks in …

Source: Tameside Correspondent - Pending
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Banned claims that heated tobacco is healthier in shops supported by Philip Morris

People who work in Dutch tobacconists supported by Philip Morris actively promote heated tobacco as a cleaner, healthier alternative to cigarettes, according to undercover research by the journalistic platform Pointer. Undercover journalists recorded shop …

Source: NL Times - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Jury told of Vince Agar's 2000 attack on former girlfriend with iron bar, wrench and cigarettes

2009 file pic of Vincent Agar who is on trial at Teesside Crown Court(Image: Evening Gazette) A man accused of "battering" a woman while she was imprisoned inside his flat was previously jailed for a brutal attack on an ex-girlfriend. A jury at …

Source: TeessideLive - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Now Birds Prefer Cigarette Butts In Nests To Reduce Parasites, Study Finds [WATCH]

Birds observed using cigarette butts in nests across regions Study finds tobacco compounds reduce parasites in blue tit nests Research shows modest health improvements in nestlings exposed to butts Scientists note potential risks from toxic chemicals in …

Source: International Business Times Singapore - Pending
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Those who made it back and...

In 1868, Major General John A. Logan, then commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, named May 30 as a special day for honoring the graves of Union soldiers. The observance was variously known as Decoration Day, or The Thirtieth of May. As time went on …

Source: The Spencer Record & Reporter - West Virginia - Pending
Published on Mar 19, 2026

The Only People Who Object to the SAVE America Act Are Democrats

THE SAVE AMERICA ACT IS COMMON SENSE ELECTION INTEGRITY The SAVE America Act is a common sense bill that would bolster America’s election integrity laws. The premise is simple: only eligible American citizens should be voting in American elections. The …

Source: The Patriot Post - Right-wing
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Michael Bambang Hartono, tobacco tycoon and Indonesia’s richest man, dies at 86

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s richest man, Michael Bambang Hartono, who helped turn the Djarum cigarette company into one of the country’s largest business empires and later became a controlling shareholder of Bank Central Asia, Indonesia’s biggest …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Michael Bambang Hartono, tobacco tycoon and Indonesia's richest man, dies at 86

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia's richest man, Michael Bambang Hartono, who helped turn the Djarum cigarette company into one of the country’s largest business empires and later became a controlling shareholder of Bank Central Asia, Indonesia’s …

Source: The Register-Herald - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon smokes a cigarette while modeling a sheer gown in latest wild move

By HEIDI PARKER, US DEPUTY SHOWBUSINESS EDITOR Published: 13:41 EDT, 18 March 2026 | Updated: 13:53 EDT, 18 March 2026 Madonna's daughter, Lourdes Leon, posted a video on Instagram on Tuesday in which she was smoking a cigarette. The 29-year-old model …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Mar 19, 2026

New WHO report reveals alarming trend among young people: 'Decades of progress is at risk'

"We have a responsibility to change course now." by Laurelle StelleMarch 18, 2026 For decades, the public has been informed about the serious health risks of smoking. These campaigns have helped reduce tobacco use across the world. However, the …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Mar 19, 2026

Two arrested at Paphos airport after being found with large quantities of untaxed tobacco

Two people were arrested at Paphos airport on Wednesday after being found to have in their possession large quantities of tobacco products for which the requisite taxes had not been paid, the police said on Thursday. The first arrest was made at around 4pm …

Source: Cyprus Mail - Indeterminate

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Published on March 19, 2026 - 14:33 GMT

Drones guide smarter nitrogen use in tobacco fields

GA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balancing nitrogen use is critical for maximizing crop yield while minimizing environmental and economic costs. A new approach integrates drone-based multispectral imaging with machine …

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Published on March 12, 2026 - 11:35 GMT

Tobacco Market Valued at US$ 1.5 Trillion by 2033 Driven by Premium and Smokeless Segments

Asia Pacific Leads Tobacco Market with 40% Global Consumption Driven by China and India and Supported by Cultural Acceptance and State Controlled Supply Systems LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global tobacco …

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Published on March 18, 2026 - 21:24 GMT

Liv Hospital Launches Comprehensive Guide to Recognize Early Cancer Symptoms and Improve Early Detection

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liv Hospital today launched an informative guide to help the public recognize the subtle early symptoms of cancer and understand its underlying causes. The initiative aims to …

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Published on March 18, 2026 - 20:53 GMT

Sifter Solutions, Inc. Partners with Brookshire Brothers, Inc. to Support SNAP Waiver Compliance & Health-Focused Retail

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sifter Solutions, Inc. announced a new agreement with Brookshire Brothers, Inc. to provide advanced SNAP waiver compliance services designed to help meet …

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Published on March 19, 2026 - 01:32 GMT

Eurozone Sees Upward Trend in Annual Inflation

(MENAFN) Annual inflation in the euro area reached 1.9% in February, up from 1.7% in January, confirming preliminary estimates, according to reports. Across the European Union, the annual inflation rate rose to 2.1%, compared with 2% the previous month. …

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Published on March 19, 2026 - 01:32 GMT

Eurozone Inflation Inches Up

(MENAFN) The annual inflation in the euro area climbed to 1.9% in February, rising from 1.7% in January, according to data released by Eurostat on Wednesday. This February figure confirmed the preliminary projections previously reported by Eurostat, …

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Published on March 18, 2026 - 12:18 GMT

Binder Clips Market Size, Growth and Forecast to US$ 2.0 Billion by 2033 Driven by Rising Office and Education Demand

Standard binder clips are expected to hold around 58% market share in 2026, while mini binder clips are projected to grow fastest through 2033. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The binder clips market is a stable yet …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

United States Tobacco Market to Reach 252.4 Thousand Tons by 2034 as Smokeless and Premium Segments Expand

Market volume expected to rise from 212.9 Thousand Tons in 2025 to 252.4 Thousand Tons by 2034 at 1.91% CAGR as nicotine pouches and heated tobacco gain demand. ST. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Once defined almost …

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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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