2Firsts
France Vape Market 2026: Use Reaches 7.9% Amid Tax, Regulatory and Scientific Debate
France's adult vaping prevalence reached 7.9% in 2024, but the industry faces intensifying tax, regulatory, and scientific scrutiny.
Google News
Alert after deadly discovery in illicit vapes
A powerful anaesthetic, etomidate, has been found in illicit vapes in Melbourne, posing severe health risks.
Palm Beach Post
Vape shop locations targeted under proposed Palm Beach County law
Palm Beach County plans to ban vape shops within 1,000 feet of schools to curb youth vaping.
SunStar Philippines
PhilHealth ready to provide screening, treatment for smokers, vapers
PhilHealth offers screening and treatment benefit packages for individuals at risk of lung-related illnesses due to smoking or vaping.
2Firsts
Arizona Rules Extend Across Alternative Nicotine Supply Chain, With Licensing From 2028
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed HB 4001, requiring licensing for makers and distributors of alternative nicotine products starting in 2028 and banning packaging that appeals to minors.
Revista Central
Geek Bar 0 | Complete Buyer's Guide & Overview 2025 | Geek Bar
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of Geek Bar 0, covering specifications, product tiers, and purchasing advice for adult consumers.
Revista Central
Can You Buy Mango Juul Pods | Faq | 2025 Buyer's Guide for Adults 21+
This guide answers common questions about purchasing and using Mango Juul pods for adults 21+.
Fox 13 Seattle
5 accused of robbing man at gunpoint for $30 vape pen as he walked home from work in Winter Haven
Five men face felony charges after robbing a man at gunpoint for a vape pen while he walked home from work in Winter Haven.
Vice News
Save Up to $150 on That PAX Dry Herb Vape You’ve Been Eyeing
PAX is running a four-day sale offering up to $150 off the PAX FLOW dry herb vape, bringing it down to $200.
The Independent
Sligo Council audit finds half of town’s vape shops breaking signage regulations
An audit by Sligo County Council found three out of six vape shops in the town are in breach of planning regulations due to excessive signage.
New York Post
TikTok videos are feeding an 'illicit subculture' with risks of cancer and dementia, warns doc
TikTok videos are normalizing illegal vaping among teens, creating an illicit subculture with cancer and dementia risks, according to a new study.
BOL News
Study warns Vaping could increase cancer risk
A new Australian study suggests vaping may increase lung and mouth cancer risks, challenging the belief that it is safer than smoking.
Revista Central
Vape Accessories Online: What Adult Buyers Should Know (2025)
A comprehensive guide for adult vapers aged 21+ on researching vape accessories, regulations, and product specifications online.
South Wales Echo
Man dies after being left alone by carer who was 'sitting on a bed vaping'
An elderly care home resident died after falling in the shower while his carer was distracted by vaping.
Manila Bulletin
Makati cops seize P768K worth of kush, marijuana vape devices
Makati police seized P768,000 worth of kush and vape devices in a buy-bust operation.
Essexlive
Council looking to ban vape and barber shops in Basildon
Basildon Council agreed to ban vape and barber shops from council-owned sites due to a 'concentration' of these businesses.
Leicester Mercury
Man carried out brutal Leicester park attack - and claimed victim's wounds were 'jam and ketchup'
A homeless man attacked a man in a Leicester park, claiming the victim's injuries were fake jam and ketchup.
Malay Mail
Dzulkefly: 402 vape cases involving synthetic drugs give strong basis for national vape ban
Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad cites 402 vape cases with synthetic drugs as a strong basis for a national vape ban.
Essentially Sports
Cameras Lock Onto Dustin Johnson’s Unexpected Vaping Moment at Shinnecock
Dustin Johnson was filmed vaping during the 2026 U.S. Open, but no rules were broken.
Thesun
Vape cases with synthetic drugs strengthen ban case
Health Minister says 402 vape seizures involving synthetic drugs provide strong basis for a potential ban.
Bernama
402 Vape Cases Linked To Synthetic Drugs, Strengthen Case For Ban — Dzulkefly
Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad cites 402 vape cases involving synthetic drugs as evidence to support a ban on vapes in Malaysia.
Daily Express
The UK's 'worst' seaside town - perfect for 'enthusiasts of vape shops'
Bognor Regis, often ranked as the UK's worst seaside town, faces decline but still boasts a beautiful beach.
Daily Express
Lee Anderson says Labour has 'killed the Saturday job' and betrayed Britain's youth
Reform UK chairman Lee Anderson claims Labour has killed the Saturday job by granting visas to foreign workers in sectors like car washes and vape shops.
The Argus
New 'grocery and vape shop' could soon sell alcohol until midnight
A new grocery and vape shop in Haywards Heath seeks permission to sell alcohol until midnight.
Malay Mail
From drug charges to coroner’s inquiry: Singapore vape case reshaped after accused found dead in hotel room
A 25-year-old woman facing etomidate vape trafficking charges was found dead in a Singapore hotel room, prompting a coroner’s inquiry.
The Bbc
A vape battery explosion in my pocket burned the skin off my leg
A vape battery exploded in a man's pocket, severely burning his leg and requiring a skin graft.
Punto! Central Luzon
Stricter smoking, vaping regulations up in Clark
Clark Development Corp. is tightening smoking and vaping rules in Clark Freeport Zone to protect public health.
Daily Express
The UK town that's Britain's 'vape shop capital' - parents allow kids, 12, to smoke
Blackpool has the highest density of vape shops in the UK, leading to high usage rates among children as young as 12, despite legal restrictions.
Google News
No Eye Health Advantage Seen from Switching to e-Cigs, Vaping
Switching from cigarettes to e‑cigarettes or other noncombustible nicotine products does not protect eye health and may slightly increase risk of serious vision‑impairing diseases.
igeekphone.com
Why Are There So Many Myths and Falsehoods About Vaping?
Vaping myths arise from evolving technology, media oversimplification, and regulatory differences.
2Firsts
UK Vaping Products Duty to Raise £565 Million by 2030/31
The UK will introduce a Vaping Products Duty starting October 1, 2026, raising government revenue from £135 million to £565 million by 2030/31.
Arkansas Online
OPINION | JUSTIN BOYD: Taking a stand against nefarious vape smugglers in Arkansas, U.S.
Arkansas Sen. Justin Boyd urges stronger action against illegal Chinese-made vapes targeting minors.
PerthNow
Constance Hall: Perth mummy blogger reveals heartbreaking experience with vape addiction
Perth blogger Constance Hall publicly sought help after relapsing into vape addiction.
Newsbreak
Missouri recalls hundreds of vape pens amid dispute over required testing procedures
Missouri regulators recalled hundreds of vape pens from Local Cannabis Co. due to a dispute over whether products were tested in their final form.
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
With almost 50 shops forced shut, can Perth's vape crackdown dent a huge black market?
Perth authorities shut nearly 50 shops in a crackdown on illegal vape and tobacco sales, seizing over $11 million in products amid a growing black market.
The Hereford Times
Busted Ledbury vape shop to become Chinese takeaway
Ledbury's former vape shop, Mr Vape, may become a Chinese takeaway after losing its licence over illegal tobacco sales.
Bhekisisa
The nicotine Wild West: How SA birthed the next generation of nicotine addicts
South Africa's unregulated vape market has led to a significant rise in teenage nicotine addiction, despite legislative delays.
Mail Online
Constance Hall confesses her vape addiction struggle after 'hiding' it for years: 'If I was rich, I'd check myself into rehab'
Constance Hall publicly admitted her long-hidden vaping addiction and discussed how hard quitting has been.
The Philadelphia Inquirer
How parents can talk to their kids about vaping as FDA authorizes some flavored e-cigarettes
The FDA’s approval of flavored e‑cigarettes for adults sparks concerns about teen vaping, prompting experts to advise parents on prevention and communication.
Birmingham Live
Birmingham Travelodge guest punched girlfriend in face in 'row over vape'
A Birmingham hotel guest punched his girlfriend in the face during a row over a vape, leaving her with a black eye.
ScienceAlert
Popular 'Ice' Vape Flavors May Have a Hidden Effect on Your Heart
Popular 'ice' vape flavors may impact heart health beyond just the cooling sensation.
2Firsts
AHA Journal Study: WS-23 Triples Premature Heartbeats, Raising Concerns Over Vape Cooling Agents
A study in an AHA journal found that synthetic cooling agents like WS-23 tripled premature heartbeats in animal experiments.
Business Insider
I got addicted to vaping fast. I built a startup to quit.
Caroline Huber became addicted to vaping and co-founded a startup called Jones to help others quit using nicotine replacement and community support.
The Manila Times
Baguio City backs national smoke-free, VAPE-FREE billS
Baguio City supports Rep. Krisel Lagman's Smoke-Free and Vape-Free Environment Bill to strengthen public health nationwide.
2Firsts
BAT Estimates U.S. Unauthorized Vape Market at $9.4 Billion, Plans New Vuse and Velo Launches After FDA Enforcement Shift
BAT CEO estimates the U.S. unauthorized vape market at $9.4 billion and plans flavored Vuse and updated Velo launches following an FDA enforcement shift.
The Conversation
Cooling ingredients in vapes might cause irregular heartbeats
Cooling vape additives like menthol, WS-3, and WS-23 may affect heart rhythm and blood vessels.
Arizona Capitol Times
Brian Hummell: The frontline of Arizona’s vape regulation movement
Brian Hummell discusses Arizona's new vape regulation bill and advocates for stronger enforcement and taxation of all nicotine products.
NBC 5 Chicago
How parents can talk to their kids about vaping as FDA authorizes some flavored e-cigarettes
Parents should start open-ended conversations with their children about the dangers of vaping, including nicotine addiction and respiratory health risks, to help prevent or address youth vaping.
NBC10 Boston
How parents can talk to their kids about vaping as FDA authorizes some flavored e-cigarettes
Parents should start open conversations, educate kids on health risks, and offer support to help teens quit vaping amid FDA's new policy.
Free Malaysia Today
Delayed poison registry updates hamper synthetic drug probes, says minister
Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail warns that delays in updating the poisons registry are hindering police investigations into synthetic drugs like 'Piu Piu'.
Newsbreak
Omaha advocates say vaping products target kids, not smokers
Omaha advocates argue vaping products are designed to attract children rather than help adults quit smoking.
Newsbreak
🏛️ Berea Council Meeting: Vape Shop Rules, 2027 Budget & Charter Changes
The Berea City Council will discuss vape shop regulations, the 2027 budget, and charter changes at a June 15, 2026, meeting.
Tobacco Reporter
FDA Memo Questions Flavored-Vape Reversal: AP - Tobacco Reporter
FDA memo shows fruit‑flavored vapes didn’t significantly help smokers quit more than tobacco flavors, yet were approved due to youth‑access limits.
Pakistan Today
Govt increases duties on vapes and e-cigarette flavours in budget measures
The federal government raised duties on vapes and e-cigarette flavours in the latest budget to boost revenue and discourage tobacco consumption.
Mail Online
Lily Allen puffs on a vape as she enjoys a night out with pals after ex-husband David Harbour denied her turn of events from explosive revenge album
Lily Allen appeared relaxed during a London dinner with friends after David Harbour disputed her account of their split.
Fortune
Why is the FDA approving kid-friendly, fruit-flavored e-cigarettes? | Fortune
The FDA's recent approval of fruit-flavored vapes from Glas Inc. has sparked controversy and criticism from lawmakers and health groups.
Businesstoday | Malaysia
Vape Ban Push In Malaysia Criticised As CCC Calls For Tougher Enforcement Instead
The Consumer Choice Center criticizes a total vape ban, advocating for stricter enforcement against drug-laced liquids instead.
Cleveland
Fairlawn council seeks resident feedback on vape shops and West Market zoning
Fairlawn City Council will hold a public hearing on July 13 to discuss zoning changes and vape shop regulations.
Metro.co.uk
Teenage Brit dies on Benidorm holiday 'after reaction to vape oil'
An 18-year-old from Dundee died in Benidorm after a suspected allergic reaction to newly purchased vape oil.
Audacy
FDA's e-cigarette authorization: Fruity vapes not significantly better than tobacco ones
A new FDA memo reveals that fruit-flavored e-cigarettes authorized by the agency are not significantly more effective at helping adult smokers quit than tobacco-flavored versions.
Daily Record
World Cup 2026 laws that could catch out thousands of Scotland fans in North America
Scotland fans travelling to North America for the 2026 World Cup must familiarise themselves with different drinking, vaping, and ID laws to avoid legal issues.
Washington Examiner
Tobacco policy should reflect the world as it is
American tobacco policy must balance youth protection with adult access to safer nicotine alternatives.
Thesun
Vape ban needed as ‘Piu Piu’ drug found in e-liquids
Malaysia's deputy police chief calls for an immediate vape ban due to the detection of the synthetic drug 'Piu Piu' mixed into e-liquids.
Malay Mail
Deputy IGP says fentanyl‑based ‘Piu Piu’ leaves users zombie‑like, calls for total vape ban
Deputy Inspector-General of Police calls for a total ban on vapes due to the dangerous synthetic drug 'Piu Piu' mixed into e-liquids.
Daily Express
War declared on 'dodgy' vape and barbers shops as crime gangs take over UK high streets
Police and councils will gain new powers to shut down 'dodgy' vape shops, barbers, and nail salons to stop organized crime gangs laundering money on high streets.
Kalkine Media
Supreme AGM update: Can duty preparations protect current expectations?
Headtopics
British Group Escorted Off EasyJet Flight for Refusing to Stop Vaping
The Herald
Vape shop sign made high street 'look like a Poundland Las Vegas'
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | South Korea Extends Vape Rules to Unmanned Stores After Bringing Synthetic Nicotine Under Tobacco Law
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Arizona Turns to a 50% Retail Vape Tax as Tobacco Tax Revenue Falls 47% From 2008
Hoodline
Crash-and-Grab Crew Rams SUV Into Western Avenue Vape Shop, Steals ATM
Hoodline
Pittsburgh Man Ran 15 Vape Shops in Alleged $710K Marijuana Scheme, AG Says
Blaze Media
The drug you keep seeing at vape shops has a dark side
Pr Sync
HQD 6000 Gains Attention Among UAE Adult Vape Consumers Seeking Long-Lasting Disposable Options
El Paso Times
Tall order! Shaq surprises El Paso vape shop staff after DJ set
Wpxi News
AG’s office targets dozens of local vape shops in drug investigation
Hoodline
Broomfield Vape Shop Rammed by Car, $5,000 in Vapes Stolen
Daily Tribune
UP study: Vaping triggers cancer-like cell changes
Hartford Courant
Suspected stash house tied to illegal cannabis sales at CT vape shops raided. Six men were arrested
conveniencestore.co.uk
Campaigners question Government’s consultation on vaping’s future
2firsts.com
JTI Proposes 25-Cent Irish Cigarette Tax Increase, Says It Could Raise €45 Million
Forecourt Trader
Retailers urged to have their say on vape packaging and hidden displays as consultation nears end
2firsts.com
UK-Listed Consumer Goods Group Supreme Sees Vape Duty as Potential Consolidation Opportunity, Holds FY27 Outlook
2firsts.com
2FIRSTS | IVG Parent Secures HMRC Excise Warehouse and Duty Stamp Approvals Ahead of UK Vape Tax
Mirage News
Suryam Energy Fined $39.6K for Illegal Vaping Supply
