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Published on 20:02 GMT

Tobacco bill: Legitimate process being politicised – Committee

Chairperson shocked that Michele Clarke told untruths and in doing so, denigrated their work Health Committee chairperson perplexed by blatant untruths attributed to a member of the committee 28 November 2023 The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on …

Source: Politicsweb - Right-wing
Published on 16:53 GMT

Tobacco ban will fuel black market – IEA

The government’s tobacco ban risks fuelling criminal activity while doing little to reduce smoking, according to a new briefing paper from the free market think-tank the Institute of Economic Affairs. Rishi Sunak has announced plans to ban anyone born …

Source: Asian Trader Magazine - Neutral
Published on 19:51 GMT

Vision Loss Will Increase in Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa by 2040

Blindness and vision loss prevalence among older adults decreased in the countries Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa from 1990 – 2019— but blindness and vision burdens are expected to rise by the year 2040.1 Blindness and vision loss affects 2 …

Source: HCPLive - Label Pending
Published on 14:22 GMT

Cancelling a trademark for non-use in Africa

The "non-use of trademarks" is a legal concept that pertains to not using a registered trademark for an extended period after its registration. This mechanism is justified to prevent trademarks from being registered and maintained solely for …

Source: Inventa - Neutral
Published on 07:25 GMT

BAT Nigeria appoints Karim advisory board chairman

Chikodi Okereocha November 29, 2023 British American Tobacco (BAT Nigeria) has announced the appointment of Kola Karim as its Advisory Board Chairman, effective November 1, 2023. Karim, the Agbaoye of Ibadan Land and currently Managing Director/ …

Source: The Nation (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 07:49 GMT

ICYMI: Sparks fly during tobacco bill hearings across SA

Tensions are mounting as the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill hearings continue across South Africa. The hearings, which have already taken place in North West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State, and Gauteng, have ignited fierce …

Source: Food For Mzansi - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2023

Substance Abuse: Think Tank On Nigeria speaks on how to curb menace

As drug abuse menace ravages among the Nigerian youths, a policy advocacy online platform, “Think Tank On Nigeria” said a primary measure in preventing and eradicating the challenge entails “heightening awareness” about the hazards associated with drug …

Source: Eagle Online - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2023

Report: Saudi Arabia Plans to Get African Countries “Hooked” on Fossil Fuels

Top Saudi Arabian officials, led by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, have formulated a covert plan to make countries across Africa and Asia dependent on fossil fuel products, a new bombshell investigation has revealed. According …

Source: Truthout - Left-wing
Published on Nov 28, 2023

WATCH: NEW SMOKING LAW to divide South Africans [VIDEO]

NEWS IN A MINUTE: Listen or watch the full versions of the “South Africans divided on new smoking laws” article in a minute. The bill seeks to strengthen public health protection measures and wants to drastically change the laws about smoking in South …

Source: The South African - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2023

ANC govt needs to address illicit tobacco trade – Michele Clarke

DA MP says majority of participants rejected the Bill, while raising very real concerns regarding unemployment and economic impact ANC government needs to address illicit tobacco trade 28 November 2023 This weekend’s chaos at the Tobacco Products and …

Source: Politicsweb - Right-wing
Published on Nov 28, 2023

Evidence-Supported Interventions for Reducing Secondary Stroke Risk in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review

Introduction Stroke is a major cause of death globally1 with approximately 80% of all deaths occurring in developing countries.2 While high-income countries have experienced a significant decline in stroke burden of over 40% over the past four decades,3–5 …

Source: Dove Medical Press - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2023

South Africans divided on new smoking laws

The bill seeks to strengthen public health protection measures and wants to drastically change the laws about smoking in South Africa. THE BILL The bill wants to align the SA tobacco control law with the World Health Organization Framework Convention on …

Source: The South African - Neutral
Published on Nov 27, 2023

British American Tobacco Nigeria appoints Karim as advisory board chairman

Mr Yarub Al Bahrani, Managing Director, BAT West and Central Africa, made this known on Monday in Lagos, via a statement. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Karim, currently the Managing Director and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of …

Source: Pulse - Neutral
Published on Nov 27, 2023

Global Smoking And Other Tobacco Products Market Forecast 2023-2032 – Market Size, Drivers, Trends, And Competitors

The Business Research Company's Smoking And Other Tobacco Products Global Market Report 2023 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032 LANDON, GREATER LANDON, UK, November 27, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

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Published on Nov 27, 2023

Rio de Janeiro commemorates enslaved Africans at the wharf where a million disembarked

Ceremony at the inauguration of the renovated Cais do Valongo dock in Rio de Janeiro; November 23, 2023.During the preparations for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, workers made an unexpected discovery in a square in the port area. They found …

Source: El País - Neutral
Published on Nov 28, 2023

Message of WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti

On 14 November, the international community marks World Diabetes Day. World Diabetes Day is held to raise awareness of the growing burden of this disease, and to highlight ways in which the disease can be prevented and managed. The theme remains “Access to …

Source: Liberian Observer - Neutral
Published on Nov 27, 2023

FDA menthol cigarette ban hailed as triumph, especially for Black health

A Detroit-area advocate for health equity praised the FDA announcement, calling it “long overdue. “It’s definitely a step in the right direction, but I am just hoping the FDA moves swiftly to enforce this,” said Minou Jones, chair of the Detroit Oakland …

Source: Bridge Michigan - Label Pending
Published on Nov 27, 2023

Industry slams poor planning for Tobacco Bill public hearings

The South Africa Transformation Alliance condemns the poor planning that has become a hallmark of public hearings into the Tobacco Control Bill over the past few weeks. At yesterday’s hearings, in the Tshwane city centre, poor planning resulted in dozens …

Source: Pretoria News - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 27, 2023

‘Dealers influencing govt policy against tobacco’

A non-governmental organisation, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, has called for the regulation of the interference of the activities of the tobacco industry in government and especially, in public health policies. According to the …

Source: The Punch - Center-left

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Published on November 29, 2023 - 13:30 GMT

Developing Nations Propel Global Tobacco Market to Projected US$ 878 Million by 2034 | Future Market Insights, Inc.

NEWARK, Del, Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The tobacco market is likely to capture a valuation of US$ 627 million in 2024 with a CAGR of 3.40% during the forecast period. The global market is predicted to register a valuation of US$ 878 million by 2034 …

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Published on November 27, 2023 - 17:30 GMT

Global Smoking And Other Tobacco Products Market Forecast 2023-2032 – Market Size, Drivers, Trends, And Competitors

The Business Research Company's Smoking And Other Tobacco Products Global Market Report 2023 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032 LANDON, GREATER LANDON, UK, November 27, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research …

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Published on November 29, 2023 - 16:25 GMT

Mesothelioma Options Help Center of Tennessee - The Steinberg Law Group – Mesothelioma & Asbestos Lung Cancer Lawyers

Mesothelioma Options Help Center of Tennessee - The Steinberg Law Group – Mesothelioma & Asbestos Lung Cancer Lawyers – Call Toll Free (888) 891-2200 NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, USA, November 29, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our Mesothelioma Options …

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Published on November 29, 2023 - 13:00 GMT

KRIS Wines Join Opici Wines & Spirits

Effective January 1, 2024, Opici Wines & Spirits will be the exclusive USA sales and marketing agent for KRIS Wines. GLEN ROCK, NJ, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Opici Wines & Spirits is proud to announce a new …

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Published on November 29, 2023 - 19:18 GMT

After Multiple Violent Incidents, Bar Owner Surrenders Alcohol Licenses

Winston-Salem, N.C. The owner of a bar in Winston-Salem surrendered the ABC license to ALE after recent acts of violence at the location. The owner, Kerry Greene Jr, of Winston-Salem, was cooperative and voluntarily turned in the ABC licenses to ALE …

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Published on November 29, 2023 - 17:00 GMT

SMISS launched its electronic vapor gadgets technology platform TempSure™, the world's 1st cannabis vape hardware ...

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As one of the largest exhibitions in the global cannabis industry, the MJBizCon 2023 CBD/THC/Cannabis Expo opened in Las Vegas as scheduled. On November 29th local time, SMISS officially launched …

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Published on November 29, 2023 - 12:07 GMT

22nd Century Appoints Larry Firestone as Chairman and CEO

BUFFALO, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII) (“22nd Century” or the “Company”), a biotechnology company focused on utilizing advanced plant technologies to improve health and wellness, today announced the …

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Published on November 28, 2023 - 14:43 GMT

RTI International Joins CEO Roundtable on Cancer

RTI joins other private, nonprofit and governmental organizations working to reduce the burden of cancer around the world. CARY, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, November 28, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nonprofit research institute RTI …

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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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