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Published on Nov 21, 2024

Heritage Highlights | Early Virginia tobacco pipes

The tobacco pipe is a symbol synonymous with Virginia’s agricultural heritage and material culture. Decorative details on pipes from the colonial period provide archaeologists with cultural symbols and patterns that reveal stories otherwise lost to time. …

Source: Chatham Star-Tribune - Virginia - Label Pending
Published on Nov 21, 2024

Floyd Co. judge says Youngkin can't pull Virginia out of greenhouse gas program

DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch RICHMOND — Gov. Glenn Youngkin‘s administration does not have the power to pull Virginia out of a regional effort to cut greenhouse gases that cause climate change, Floyd County Circuit Court Judge C. Randall Lowe ruled. …

Source: The Franklin News-Post - Virginia - Neutral
Published on Nov 21, 2024

I was smoking and reading the Bible when I decided to give up cigarettes — I felt blessed when I got lung cancer

A Virginia woman was experiencing no troubling symptoms when she went for a cancer screening afte 35 years of smoking — but when she was told she had lung cancer, she says she felt “blessed” and “grateful.” Barbara Rodriguez, 53, was smoking a cigarette …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Nov 21, 2024

How one Virginia woman persevered through abuse, oppression in Christian 'cult'

Editor's note: This story contains descriptions of child abuse, coercive sex and domestic violence. For her first 22 years, Sarah Kiser’s thick hair stretched down past her knees. People would accidentally sit on it. The strands would gnarl up into …

Source: Winona Daily News - Minnesota - Neutral
Published on Nov 21, 2024

After youth vaping surge, the U.K. moves to ban disposable e-cigarettes

LONDON — The stacks of brightly colored disposable e-cigarettes, touting flavors like cotton candy ice and greengrape melon and often looming over the not-dissimilar-looking candy displays, have become a commonplace sight in convenience stores in both the …

Source: STAT - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Nov 21, 2024

More Richmond drivers share concerns with school bus stop-arm ticket program

RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond drivers are sharing their concerns after appearing in Richmond traffic court Wednesday afternoon, each having received a traffic violation for passing a stopped school bus with its stop-arm out. Several told CBS 6 they believe the …

Source: WTVR-TV - Virginia - Label Pending
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Microporous to Invest $1.35 Billion, Create More Than 2,000 Jobs in Virginia

Microporous, a manufacturer of battery separators, will invest $1.35 billion to establish a new manufacturing facility in Pittsylvania County. The company will develop two phases of the project on Lot 1 of the Southern Virginia Megasite, each facility …

Source: Industrial Equipment News - Wisconsin - Label Pending
Published on Nov 20, 2024

Judge says Youngkin can't pull Virginia out of greenhouse gas program

Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration does not have the power to pull Virginia out of a regional effort to cut greenhouse gases that cause climate change, Floyd County Circuit Court Judge C. Randall Lowe ruled. He ruled that only the General Assembly has …

Source: Richmond Times Dispatch - Virginia - Neutral
Published on Nov 20, 2024

Fire damages gas station and market in South Richmond: 'It means a lot to the people in the area'

RICHMOND, Va. — An early morning fire damaged the Citgo gas station and The Tobacco Outlet along Richmond Highway near Lancelot Avenue in South Richmond on Wednesday. The store's owner, the only person inside, escaped unharmed. The fire was reported at …

Source: WTVR-TV - Virginia - Label Pending
Published on 03:31 GMT

Environmental Crimes Bulletin - October 2024

View All Environmental Crimes Bulletins In This Issue: Cases by District/Circuit Indictments United States v. Visionary Bowling Products, et al. No. 4:24-CR-00418 (Eastern District of Missouri) AUSA Dianna Collins On October 2, 2024, prosecutors …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on Nov 21, 2024

Youngkin steps up push to counter social media's effect on kids

Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Thursday stepped up his push to wean Virginia’s kids off their phones and social media in an effort to tackle a rising incidence of mental illness and poor performance in schools. Building on this summer’s executive order to ban …

Source: Richmond Times Dispatch - Virginia - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Rizla and Golden Virginia maker Imperial Brands sees spike in vape sales

Imperial Brands saw a sharp increase in vape sales ( Image: PA Media) The producer of Golden Virginia tobacco and Winston cigarettes, Imperial Brands, has announced a significant surge in vape sales last year as it shifts its focus towards "next …

Source: Daily Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Nov 20, 2024

Tobacco group Imperial Brands strikes higher profit

British tobacco giant Imperial Brands announced Tuesday a rise in annual profit as strong demand for vapes helped to offset falling sales of traditional cigarettes. The group, whose brands include Golden Virginia tobacco, Rizla rolling papers, Winston …

Source: Macau Business - Pro-Government
Published on Nov 20, 2024

State lung cancer report shows increase in new cases reported, tobacco still leading cause

CHARLESTON, W.Va.—– Although the rate for new lung cancer cases has improved 12% over the past five years in West Virginia, it still remains at 76.5% which is significantly higher than the national average of 53.6% according to the American Lung Assocation …

Source: MetroNews - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Man fighting for his life after stabbing in Richmond

Richmond police are investigating a stabbing that has a man fighting for his life in the hospital. Units reportedly were called just after 5:30 p.m. on Monday to North 25th Street in the Fairfield area near the intersection with Selden Street. Upon …

Source: Richmond Times Dispatch - Virginia - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Can Little Cannabis Help Big Tobacco

By Amy Hansen, The Fresh Toast Tobacco has long been an economic giant…but is cannabis upending the system? From the Marlboro Man to Virginia Slims, smoking a cigarette has been iconic. Movie stars, Santa Clause and more encouraged their favorite brands. …

Source: East Bay Times - California - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Tobacco giant Imperial Brands brushes off ethical concerns, hits...

Imperial Brands PLC (LSE:IMB) shares are trading at five-year highs in a clear sign that the tobacco giant’s strategy of delivering substantial cash returns to shareholders while transitioning to next-generation products (NGPs) is paying off. The maker of …

Source: Proactive - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Vape sales spike for Rizla and Golden Virginia maker Imperial Brands

The maker of Golden Virginia tobacco and Winston cigarettes has said vape sales soared last year as it increasingly looks to focus on so-called “next generation” products (NGP). Imperial Brands, which also makes the JPS cigarettes, the French brand …

Source: Jersey Evening Post - Neutral
Published on Nov 19, 2024

Vape expectations: Imperial sees smoking alternatives soar as cigarettes sales shrink

The group's next generation business continues to operate at a loss By MIKE SHEEN Updated: 15:37 EST, 19 November 2024 Tobacco group Imperial Brands beat profit expectations last year after sales of smoking alternatives such as vaping products soared …

Source: This Is Money - Neutral

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 22:10 GMT

Surgeon General’s Report Highlights Tobacco Disparities & Need to Eliminate Menthol and Other Flavored Tobacco Products

The National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network applauds the release of the 2024 Surgeon General’s report addressing health disparities in tobacco use. PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The following statement can be …

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Published on November 20, 2024 - 11:00 GMT

Canada’s Illegal Tobacco Industry Eclipses Legal Sales: New Report

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organized crime, trafficking in drugs, guns and tobacco, are cashing in on Canada’s growing contraband tobacco market, raking in almost $1.3 billion - shuttering law-abiding retailers in the process. A new …

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Published on November 19, 2024 - 13:31 GMT

MicroTech CEO to speak on Capitol Hill on the Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) Community Panel

DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MicroTech is proud to announce that Tony Jimenez, President and CEO of MicroTech, will be speaking as part of the upcoming Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) Community Panel on …

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Published on November 22, 2024 - 03:31 GMT

Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison for Detonating an Explosive Device Outside the Alabama Attorney General’s ...

Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, 27, of Irondale, Alabama, was sentenced today to nine years in prison for the malicious use of an explosive device outside of the Alabama Attorney General’s Office in Montgomery. “Kyle Calvert attacked the Alabama Attorney …

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Published on November 22, 2024 - 03:31 GMT

Environmental Crimes Bulletin - October 2024

View All Environmental Crimes Bulletins In This Issue: Cases by District/Circuit Indictments United States v. Visionary Bowling Products, et al. No. 4:24-CR-00418 (Eastern District of Missouri) AUSA Dianna Collins On October 2, 2024, prosecutors …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on November 21, 2024 - 12:24 GMT

100,000 Citizens Rally Against EU’s Vaping Crackdown

Brussels, Nov. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a powerful display of consumer advocacy, the World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) today delivered over 100,000 signatures to the European Parliament, calling for a radical shift in the EU’s approach to vaping and harm …

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Published on November 20, 2024 - 22:53 GMT

Lighting for Impact Announces 2024 Retailer of the Year Awards

Retailers earn top distinctions for best practices in shelf lighting and display illumination. LINCOLN, NE, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lighting for Impact — the leader in shelf, display, and retail illumination — is …

Distribution channels: Retail ...
Published on November 20, 2024 - 08:30 GMT

Major Driver In Dried Herbs Market 2024: Growth Of The Food Sector Services Leading The Industry

The Business Research Company’s Early Year-End Sale! Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports—for a limited time only! LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

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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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