Devonlive
Vaping could be banned in all pubs under new Government law
The UK Government is considering extending smoke-free laws to include vaping in pubs and other indoor venues through the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
2Firsts
Poland to ban “characterising flavours” in heated tobacco sticks from Jan. 18, 2026
Poland will ban flavors other than tobacco in heated tobacco sticks starting January 18, 2026, aligning regulations with traditional cigarettes.
Google News
Ban on junk food and vape adverts proposed by Liverpool City Region
Liverpool City Region proposes a ban on junk food and vape advertising on publicly owned assets to promote healthier lifestyles.
Google News
Ban on junk food and vape adverts proposed
The Liverpool City Region may ban junk food and vape advertising on publicly owned assets to promote healthier lifestyles.
Manchester Evening News
New law could see vaping banned in all pubs across England
A new bill in England may extend smoke-free laws to include vaping in pubs and other hospitality venues.
Channel Newsasia
‘It’s not illegal’: How prescription drugs are filling the void left by Kpods
Following a crackdown on Kpods, more individuals in Singapore are turning to prescription drugs and, in some cases, harder substances, according to addiction specialists.
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
WA is losing the tobacco wars as gangs target vape stores and cheap cigarettes flood market
Western Australia is struggling to control illegal tobacco sales, with criminal gangs exploiting loopholes in outdated laws and driving up violence.
The Hill Times
After decades of progress on smoking, Canada faces new nicotine challenges
Canada's success in reducing smoking is threatened by a surge in alternative nicotine products like vaping and pouches, requiring updated regulations and public health strategies.
Baltimore Sun
Maryland could save lives by regulating nicotine honestly | GUEST COMMENTARY
Maryland could significantly reduce smoking-related deaths by adopting honest nicotine regulation and public health communication.
Daily News-miner
West Valley implements new bathroom policy to cut down on vaping
West Valley High School reduced bathroom access and increased monitoring to decrease vaping and disruptive behavior.
The West
Editorial: Vape crackdown is just a ‘smokescreen’
An editorial argues that the Western Australian government's vape crackdown is a superficial measure to appear tough on youth vaping.
Yahoo! News
Call for government action over town's vape shops
Business owners in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, are urging the government to grant councils more control over shop types due to concerns about the proliferation of vape shops.
Google News
Call for government action over Worksop's vape shops
Businesses in Worksop are urging the government to grant councils more control over shop types due to concerns about the impact of numerous vape shops on foot traffic.
South African
AB de Villiers caught vaping on camera [watch]
A viral video shows retired cricketer AB de Villiers vaping at a SA20 match, sparking mixed reactions online.
Mirror
'Monster vape' kits with puff-power of 8,000 cigarettes must be banned, MP calls
An MP is urging a ban on 'monster vapes' with extremely high puff counts, arguing they circumvent the disposable vape ban and pose public health risks.
Citizen Portal AI
State social‑consumption rules prompt Northampton Board to weigh opt‑in, local limits
Northampton's Board of Health is considering whether to allow on-site cannabis social-consumption establishments, following new state regulations.
The Business Standard
How Singapore is waging a hardline war on vaping
Singapore is cracking down on vaping with severe penalties, including jail time and caning, due to the rise of drug-laced vapes.
Philippine News
Lady Customer Upset Over Rude Vape Shop Attendant | PhilNews
A customer expressed her frustration online after a vape shop attendant was reportedly rude and unfriendly during a simple inquiry.
BBC
Singapore is cracking down on public enemy number one - vapes
Singapore is implementing a strict crackdown on vaping, including jail time, caning, and a public reporting hotline, due to concerns about drug-laced vapes.
The Olive Press
Crackdown on vaping AND energy drinks for under 18s in radical new rules in northern Spain
Galicia will ban the sale and consumption of vapes and energy drinks to those under 18, with fines up to €600,000.
New York Post
'Members Only: Palm Beach' Star Taja Abitbol Recalls Harrowing Mar-a-Lago Experience When Gale Brophy Was “Vaping” In Front Of Trump: “We Were Mortified”
Taja Abitbol, star of 'Members Only: Palm Beach,' recounts a mortifying experience at Mar-a-Lago involving Gale Brophy vaping near Donald Trump.
Hoodline
Indiana Senate Committee Advances Bill to Ban Vaping Products from Foreign Adversaries
An Indiana Senate committee passed a bill to ban vaping products from countries considered foreign adversaries, particularly China.
Zee News
Former RCB legend AB Devillers Caught Vaping On LIVE TV; Left Stunned As Camera Zooms In - WATCH
AB de Villiers was caught vaping during a live broadcast of a SA20 match, causing a stir online despite his team's victory.
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Successful Bid for HMRC Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme
Spectra Systems Corporation's security printing arm, Cartor Security Printers, has been selected by HMRC for a £38.4M contract to produce and supply vape duty stamps.
Courthouse News
Iowa vape regulation takes hit at Eighth Circuit
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals challenged Iowa’s e-cigarette registration law, finding it likely preempted by federal regulations.
Pilotonline
Hampton restricts ‘oversaturation’ of vape shop industry
Hampton City Council enacted new regulations to limit the density and operating hours of vape shops, aiming to promote business diversity.
Mail Online
Woman, 52, left with horrific burns after vape EXPLODED in her pocket, setting her alight: 'It was like a firework'
A 52-year-old woman suffered severe burns when her vape exploded in her pocket, igniting her clothing and causing significant injuries.
The Jackson Sun
Jackson City Council rejects zoning ordinance restricting smoke shops, tobacco stores
The Jackson City Council voted down an ordinance that would have restricted the locations of new smoke shops and tobacco stores, citing concerns about limiting small businesses.
Postandcourier
Hanahan bans smoking and vaping on city-owned properties
Hanahan City Council approved a ban on smoking and vaping on all city-owned properties, including parks and government buildings, with a $50 fine for violations.
Ctv News
Recent break-ins have vape shop owners across southwestern Ontario on edge
Recent break-ins targeting vape shops across southwestern Ontario have left owners feeling vulnerable and concerned for their businesses.
Express & Star
Investigation launched into cause of Stafford vape shop fire
A fire broke out at Cloud Town vape shop in Stafford, prompting an investigation into its cause.
Talking Retail
Scottish shopkeepers issue get-tough call on illicit vape trade
Scottish shopkeepers are urging stricter measures against the illegal vape trade, citing tax losses, health risks, and increased criminal activity.
Scottish Grocer & Convenience Retailer
Retailers demand action on black market vapes
Scottish retailers are urging increased government action to combat the growing illegal vape trade exacerbated by the upcoming disposable vape ban.
The Irish Independent
TD and self-confessed ‘vape user’ backs ban on disposable devices but slams ‘short-term-fix’ strategy
Sorca Clarke, a TD and vape user, supports banning disposable vapes but criticizes the current strategy as insufficient.
Glasgow Live
Glasgow shop owners call for clampdown on black market vapes
Glasgow shop owners are urging authorities to address the growing black market for vapes following a ban on single-use products.
Cricket Addictor
AB de Villiers caught vaping Live on TV, panics after realising he’s on camera during SA20 match
AB de Villiers was caught on camera vaping during a SA20 match, prompting a quick reaction as he realized he was being filmed.
Génération sans tabac
Quebec: Report on the Application of the Tobacco Control Act Calls for Strengthening the Framework to Address Vaping
A Quebec report reveals declining smoking rates but a concerning rise in vaping, particularly among youth, prompting calls to revise tobacco control laws.
Glasgow Times
Glasgow chain warns illegal disposable vapes surge after Scotland ban
A Glasgow convenience store chain reports a surge in illegal disposable vape sales following Scotland's ban on such products.
CP24 Toronto
Brampton men charged with more than a dozen vape store break-ins across southern Ontario
Three Brampton men have been charged following a series of vape store break-ins across southern Ontario, involving over 15 incidents.
The Palm Beach Post
Florida must crack down on illicit vape trade with FDA help | Opinion
Florida needs FDA funding and stronger enforcement to combat a growing billion-dollar illegal vape market fueled by counterfeit imports.
Express & Star
'Avoid the area' - Fire crews warn as blaze tackled inside Stafford town centre vape shop
A fire broke out at a vape shop in Stafford town centre, prompting fire crews to urge the public to avoid the area.
Hindustan Times
How dangerous is vaping to your overall health? Cardiovascular surgeon reveals the truth | Health
A cardiovascular surgeon warns that vaping, while different from smoking, can be dangerous due to toxic chemicals and potential lung injury.
TheTradable
How Regulatory Uncertainty Influences Consumer Markets and Investor Sentiment...
Regulatory uncertainty significantly impacts consumer markets and investor sentiment by reshaping risk perception and market dynamics.
TheTradable
What Financial Markets Can Learn from Regulated E-Commerce Models...
Regulated e-commerce models offer valuable lessons for financial markets in building trust, resilience, and long-term participation through robust compliance.
Telegraph India
Union budget to be unveiled on Sunday as Speaker affirms schedule amid controversy
India's Union Budget will be presented on Sunday, February 1st, despite falling on a weekend, as confirmed by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
Times of India
Vaping case: Birla hints at action if charge established
Speaker Om Birla stated action will be taken if a Parliament member is found guilty of vaping in Lok Sabha.
The Economic Times
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla doesn't rule out exemplary punishment over 'vaping' in LS
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stated that maintaining Parliament's dignity is paramount and hasn't dismissed the possibility of severe punishment for vaping in the House.
Moneycontrol
Om Birla says 'probe on' against TMC MP Kirti Azad for 'vaping' in Lok Sabha
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced a probe into allegations that TMC MP Kirti Azad was vaping inside the Parliament.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | New Zealand’s largest vape retailer Shosha accused of using “hidden text” on its website
New Zealand’s largest vape retailer, Shosha, is accused of using hidden text on its website to circumvent advertising regulations.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Virginia appeals to the Fourth Circuit over partial block on flavored vape ban enforcement
Virginia is appealing a district court's decision that partially blocked enforcement of its flavored vape ban, arguing federal law doesn't preempt state regulations.
TechStock²
Imperial Brands share price today: IMB ticks up as buyback keeps running and dividend dates near
Imperial Brands' share price rose slightly as the company continues its share buyback program and key dividend dates approach.
Times of India
'Have to maintain decorum': Om Birla slams Kirti Azad for vaping inside Parliament; adds action soon
Om Birla has condemned Kirti Azad's vaping in Parliament and announced disciplinary action will be taken.
News18
Vaping Row In Lok Sabha: Om Birla Says Probe In Final Stage, ‘Strict Action’ If Rules Breached
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stated that the investigation into alleged vaping within the House is almost complete and strict action will be taken if rules are violated.
2Firsts
Rosstandart: packaging and design requirements for vapes to be tightened in early 2026
Russia will tighten regulations on vape packaging and design in early 2026 to deter youth interest and highlight health risks.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Product | “Prefilled + Refill” Combo, Up to 30,000 Puffs Claimed: DOJO BLAST 30K PRO Launches in the UK and France
DOJO has launched the BLAST 30K PRO pod device in the UK and France, boasting up to 30,000 puffs from a combined 20ml prefilled and refillable e-liquid system.
Abc
Health expert says 'it's a mystery' why WA is falling behind eastern states on illegal tobacco laws
A health expert expresses confusion over Western Australia's lagging tobacco laws, contrasting it with its past leadership and other states' stricter enforcement.
The Irish Independent
Kerry publicans move to ban vaping while government accused of ‘twiddling thumbs’
Publicans in Kerry are seeking a unified ban on vaping in bars, criticizing the government's lack of action.
2Firsts
China Business Journal Reports: Multiple New E-Cigarette Policies Enter Public Consultation Phase in China, Covering Capacity Control and Credit Management
New Chinese policies for e-cigarettes, including capacity control and credit management, are under public review to promote industry standardization.
Baltimore News
Ohio woman shot housemate in head, asked police if she could hit vape while being arrested
Halle Harvey fatally shot her housemate during an argument and then asked police if she could vape during her arrest.
South Wales Echo
Secret compartment in toilet revealed illegal trade worth tens of thousands
A shopkeeper was sentenced to 16 months in prison for trading in illegal tobacco and vapes, with products hidden in secret compartments.
Shropshire Star
Thoughts on vaping in public - your letters, plus when Wolves and Shrewsbury crossed paths in a picture from the archive
This article features letters to the editor regarding public vaping and a complaint about the BBC weather forecast's regional coverage.
Yahoo! News
Former board member’s vape shop purchase captures eye of Nebraska state auditor
Nebraska's state auditor investigated a historical society after a former board member allegedly used a debit card for personal purchases, including a vape shop item.
Google News
Man, 26, caught with vape and prescription medicine charged for allegedly trafficking Kpods
A 26-year-old man in Singapore was charged with trafficking Kpods, vapes laced with the Class C drug etomidate.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | BREAKING: China Brings Nicotine Pouches Under Tobacco Monopoly Regulation, Signaling Major Shift for Oral Products
China now regulates nicotine pouches as tobacco products, effectively giving China Tobacco a monopoly over the domestic market.
Thesun
Penang smoking rates fall 15% as state pushes for vape ban
Penang has seen a 15.2% decrease in adult smoking, and officials are advocating for a federal vape ban to further reduce rates.
香港電台新聞網 - Rthk
Public vaping ban 'won't dim HK allure to tourists'
News 18
Riyan Parag Reacts After Smashing 90 Post Vaping Controversy: 'Don't Need To Answer Critics'
South China Morning Post
Editorial | Hong Kong’s new vaping ban is a healthy step forward
Click2houston
Harris County DA to law enforcement: Lab testing limits charges that can be filed involving THC vape pens
The Economic Times
I don't think...: Riyan Parag on vaping controversy after scoring 90
Augusta Free Press
What are THC vape pens and how do they work?
News 18
Riyan Parag Buries Vaping Controversy With Captain’s Knock, Ashwin Calls Him ‘Special Player’
The Free Press Journal
'Shouldn’t Be Public': Ravichandran Ashwin Calls Riyan Parag’s Dressing Room Vaping Incident Avoidable, Urges Privacy & Responsibility
Channel Newsasia
Hong Kong bans public vaping, eyes wider restrictions
Oxford Mail
Eighth person convicted for illegal vape sales at Oxford shop
Zee News
'Cannot be brushed under carpet': R Ashwin sends strong message to Riyan Parag after viral vaping controversy
Times of India
Riyan Parag vape row: Ravichandran Ashwin says 'this could have been avoided'
The Grocer
Non-tobacco nicotine regulation is failing retailers – here’s how to fix it
Times of India
Riyan Parag’s vape clip blows up online, doctors caution against 'dangerous myth' of safer smoking
매일경제
The Belgian government has imposed strong regulations that ban all flavored e-cigarettes to curb youth smoking
Hindustan Times
Rajasthan Royals breaks silence as Riyan Parag vaping row explodes; Kumar Sangakkara fires strongly-worded message
Newsbreak
🏛️ Pittsburgh Hearing on Vape Shop Zoning Rules May 26
Outlook
IPL Dispatch: Kagiso Rabada Wins Latest Bout With Virat Kohli; Riyan Parag Punished Amid Vaping Row
Times Now News
Kumar Sangakkara Breaks Silence on Riyan Parag Vaping Row: 'Not A Positive Reflection Of The Team'
Bez Kabli
British American Tobacco p.l.c. Faces Fresh UK Smoking Ban Test After Royal Assent
