Express & Star
"We take breaches like this very seriously" - Councillor speaks out after Walsall shop fined after illegal kiwi elf bar vape pod sold to 16 year-olds
A Walsall shop and its employee were fined for illegally selling a vape pod to a 16-year-old, despite prior warnings and guidance.
Birmingham Live
Walsall shop handed £2,400 court bill after selling vape to underage customers
A Walsall shop and its worker were fined over £2,700 for selling a vape to 16-year-old volunteers despite prior warnings and guidance.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Virginia Seeks to Dismiss E-Cigarette Ban Challenge, Citing Lack of Legal Standing
Virginia is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit challenging its e-cigarette ban, arguing the plaintiffs lack legal standing due to federal illegality.
Us Weekly
Matt Rogers Gives Update on Fraser Olender After Vape Caused Heart Attack
Matt Rogers reported his boyfriend, Fraser Olender, is recovering after a heart attack caused by vape poisoning, urging people to avoid vaping.
Thesun
Melaka cracks down on unlicensed vape retailers with fines and seizures
Melaka authorities are enforcing regulations against unlicensed vape retailers through fines and seizures to protect public health.
Extra.ie
Below Deck star suffers heart attack from ‘vape poisoning’
Below Deck star Fraser Olender suffered a heart attack due to 'vape poisoning,' leading to a week-long hospital stay.
RNZ
8 reasons the government should not introduce oral nicotine pouches to NZ
Experts argue against introducing oral nicotine pouches in New Zealand, citing lack of evidence for cessation, potential health risks, and appeal to youth.
Newsmax
How to Help Kids Stop Vaping
Vaping among teens is rising, but medication like varenicline shows promise in helping them quit, with higher success rates than other methods.
Wfaa
Vaping will be banned in Dallas starting this week. Here's a look at the rules of the new ordinance.
Dallas bans vaping in public spaces, mirroring existing smoking restrictions, with businesses required to update signage by December 11th.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Special Report｜ Vuse Gains as U.S. Cracks Down on Illegal Vapes, But a $590 Million China Export Shadow Looms
Vuse benefited from U.S. enforcement against illegal vapes, but a surge in Chinese exports suggests a resurgence of the gray market.
Joe
Below Deck star suffers heart attack aged 33 due to 'vape poisoning'
Below Deck star Fraser Olender, 33, suffered a heart attack and spent a week in the hospital due to vape poisoning.
MyJoyOnline
Advancing Ghana’s Public Health Act: Multi-Sector Wins Through Harm Reduction - MyJoyOnline
Ghana’s Public Health Act review presents an opportunity to improve health and boost the economy by recognizing vaping and nicotine pouches as harm reduction tools.
Reason Magazine
Brickbat: Puff and Pay
This article is a series of donation appeals from Reason.com, emphasizing the importance of supporting independent, fact-based journalism.
2Firsts
Mexico’s Congress Prepares Total Ban on Vapes and E-Cigarettes
Mexico’s Congress is poised to ban vapes and e-cigarettes, with potential penalties including prison time and substantial fines.
Washington Examiner
Chinese vape imports surge despite Trump administration’s crackdown, data suggests
Despite efforts to curb them, Chinese vape imports to the U.S. have significantly increased, with conflicting data raising questions about reporting and enforcement.
Malay Mail
Singapore Kpod peddler faces 21 charges, including rash act against HSA officers
Jodan Chin Wei Liang, accused of selling Kpods, now faces 21 charges, including endangering HSA officers during a raid.
E! Online
Below Deck's Fraser Olender Details His Heart Attack From Vaping
Below Deck's Fraser Olender revealed he suffered a heart attack caused by vape poisoning, urging others to quit vaping.
WIS10
Upstate man found with over 1.5K THC vape pens arrested, deputies say
Corban Vander-Ploeg was arrested in Oconee County, South Carolina, after deputies found over 1,500 THC vape pens and two firearms in his car.
Ijr
NYC’s Incoming Mayor Pressed to Confront Exploding Illegal Vape Trade
NYC’s incoming mayor is urged to address the growing illegal vape trade, linked to criminal activities and targeting youth.
Fox News
Pressure mounts on Mamdani to 'continue the fight' on illicit Chinese vapes flooding NYC
NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani faces pressure to address the influx of illicit Chinese vapes, a growing concern due to health risks and criminal activity.
Somerset County Gazette
Taunton vape shops in same street ordered to close
Two vape shops on Station Road in Taunton were ordered to close due to alleged illegal activities and antisocial behavior.
Geo Tv
Katie Price teases 'something exciting' despite health and vaping worries
Katie Price hinted at a new project despite concerns about her weight loss and vaping addiction.
Essexlive
Tilbury vape shop forced to shut down after hundreds of illegal vapes seized
Tilbury Vape Shop was shut down for three months and its owner fined for repeatedly selling illegal tobacco and vapes.
AsiaOne
Myanmar girl, 15, on long-term visit pass found with Kpod to be deported, barred from Singapore
A 15-year-old Myanmar national will be deported and banned from Singapore after being found with a Kpod containing etomidate.
The Tab
‘I could have died’: Below Deck star reveals ‘vape poisoning’ caused terrifying heart attack
Below Deck star Fraser Olender suffered a heart attack due to vape poisoning and is now warning others about the dangers of vaping.
2Firsts
Russia's Finance Ministry Proposes Regional Vape Sales Bans from 2026
Russia's Finance Ministry proposes allowing regions to ban vape sales from 2026 to 2031, with support from Putin and Minister Alikhanov.
2Firsts
Smoking Rate Drops to 17.9%, Vaping Rate Climbs to 9.3% in South Korea
South Korea's smoking rate decreased to 17.9%, while e-cigarette use rose to 9.3% according to a 2025 health survey.
7NEWS Australia
Queensland’s vape blitz pushes illegal sellers online and onto the streets
Queensland's crackdown on vape sales has driven illegal sellers to operate online and through discreet street sales.
Kentonline
KentOnline finds vape shops flouting law over disposal scheme
A KentOnline investigation reveals many vape shops are failing to comply with regulations requiring safe vape disposal, contributing to fire risks.
Live 5 News WCSC
Man charged in connection with Kingstree vape shop shooting
Kanye Tisdale, 21, has been charged with attempted murder and weapons possession following a shooting at a Kingstree vape shop.
The daily Star
Reality TV star suffers horror heart attack after 'vape poisoning'
Reality TV star Fraser Olender suffered a heart attack and lung injury due to vaping, prompting him to share his experience to discourage others.
Birmingham Live
The need to know rules as tourists could be hit with new public space ban
Spain is considering new laws to ban smoking and vaping in public spaces like beaches and terraces, potentially impacting tourists.
Northern Echo
Wetherspoon rules: Dogs, vaping, entry fees and dress code
Wetherspoon pubs have specific rules regarding dogs, vaping, dress code, and entry fees to ensure a comfortable environment for all patrons.
TechBullion
Vape Guardian Solves False-Alert Crisis in Vape Detection
Vape Guardian's multi-sensor platform reduces genuine vaping incidents by over 95% in five weeks, addressing the issue of false alerts common in other vape detectors.
News
TV star, 33, suffers heart attack from vaping
Below Deck star Fraser Olender, 33, experienced a heart attack and lung injury due to vaping, prompting him to quit.
The Independent
Below Deck star, 33, suffers heart attack brought on by ‘vape poisoning’
Below Deck star Fraser Olender, 33, suffered a heart attack due to vape poisoning, sharing his experience to warn others about the dangers of vaping.
Geo Tv
Katie Price's boyfriend and family 'concerned' as star struggles to quit vaping
Katie Price's family and boyfriend are worried about her vaping addiction, especially given her mother's lung condition.
The Daily Beast
Bravo Star Claims Vaping Caused Heart Attack at 33
A 'Below Deck' star, Fraser Olender, 33, suffered a heart attack and lung damage allegedly caused by vaping, prompting him to quit immediately.
Thehealthsite
What Is Vape Poisoning? Below Deck’s Fraser Olender Says He Could Have Died After Vaping
Below Deck’s Fraser Olender experienced vape poisoning, leading to a heart scare and prompting him to share his experience to warn others.
Detroit Free Press
It should be illegal to vape indoors | Letters
This collection of letters to the editor discusses data center concerns, vaping regulations, lowering BAC limits, and the importance of community outreach.
Majorca Daily Bulletin
Calls for ban on home balcony smoking in Spain with bar terrace prohibition looming
Spain is considering expanded anti-tobacco laws, including bans on smoking in outdoor public spaces and restrictions on vapes, alongside calls to protect residents from secondhand smoke.
Nbc News
Man uses disposable vape waste to power a home
A man is successfully powering his home using the lithium-ion batteries salvaged from discarded disposable vapes.
New York Post
Bravo star, 33, suffers a heart attack from vaping
“Below Deck” star Fraser Olender, 33, experienced a heart attack and lung injury due to vaping, urging others to quit.
People.com
Below Deck’s Fraser Olender Had Heart Attack Caused by Vaping: ‘Never Experienced Fear or Pain Like It’
Below Deck star Fraser Olender suffered a heart attack and lung injury due to vaping, prompting him to quit and warn others.
Mail Online
Below Deck star Fraser Olender claims VAPING caused shock heart attack at age 33
Below Deck star Fraser Olender, 33, suffered a heart attack and attributes it to vaping, urging others to quit.
Us Weekly
Below Deck's Fraser Is Recovering After Hospitalization for ‘Vape Poisoning’
Below Deck’s Fraser Olender was hospitalized for ‘vape poisoning’ and experienced a coronary artery vasospasm, urging others to quit vaping.
Yahoo! News
‘The Daily Show’ Torches Hegseth’s New Press Corps: ‘If You Guys Are at the Pentagon, Who’s Vaping in Your Mom’s Basement?’ | Video
“The Daily Show” criticized Pete Hegseth’s new Pentagon press corps, composed of MAGA personalities, questioning their journalistic credentials.
Hartford Courant
CT vape shop raided for second time this year. Clerk arrested after alleged discovery of marijuana
A Norwalk vape shop was raided again, leading to the arrest of a clerk after police found marijuana products.
Business Insider
I quit vaping only 6 months ago and have saved over $900. It hasn't been easy, but I'm feeling healthier.
The author quit vaping after eight years, saving over $900 in six months and experiencing improved health.
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Vape shopfronts move online amid Qld crackdown on illegal products
Following a crackdown on illegal vape sales in Queensland, suppliers are shifting their operations online, utilizing websites and encrypted messaging apps.
The Gazette
Essex County Council launches kits to tackle youth vaping
Essex County Council has released toolkits for parents, schools, and professionals to address the rising rates of youth vaping.
The Straits Times
Man charged with having 28 Kpods for trafficking purposes at Marsiling Drive home
A 23-year-old man was charged with trafficking Kpods containing etomidate after a raid on his home and vehicle.
Shropshire Star
Refused Oswestry HMO plan at a vape shop could be passed after all - despite objections - latest update here
A previously rejected plan to convert a vape shop into a six-bed HMO in Oswestry is being reconsidered due to concerns about the initial refusal being legally indefensible.
LBC
Illegal vapes still on sale six months after Government ban, LBC reveals
LBC's investigation found illegal disposable vapes are still openly sold in Nottingham shops six months after the government ban.
Bristol Post
Chipping Sodbury off licence owner stripped of licence 'overwhelmed'
Lexie Local in Chipping Sodbury lost its alcohol licence for eight weeks due to repeated underage sales.
Bristol Post
Off-licence near Bristol stripped of right to sell alcohol after underage vape and booze sales
An off-licence near Bristol lost its license for eight weeks due to repeated sales of vapes and alcohol to minors.
The Mirror
Shocking photo shows teen's black and shrivelled lungs after vaping for three years
A 17-year-old teen suffered four lung collapses due to vaping, resulting in surgically removed, blackened lung tissue.
India.com
This is FIRST country in world where smoking is BANNED, tourists also prohibited from tobacco use, fines of up to..., not Bhutan or New Zealand, it is...
The Maldives has enacted a generational smoking ban starting in 2025, prohibiting tobacco use for those born after 2007, including tourists, with heavy fines.
MassLive.com
Holyoke man sues Juul for negligence, blames company for his nicotine addiction
A Holyoke man is suing Juul Labs, alleging the company's undisclosed nicotine levels caused his severe addiction and subsequent lung collapse.
Morristown Minute
Wayne Man Charged with Using Fake FDA Documents to Defraud Vaping Company Investors
A New Jersey man faces federal charges for allegedly using fake FDA documents to defraud investors in his vaping business.
vapingpost.com
Surprise Surprise: The UK’s Vape Crackdown Backfires, Strengthening Black Markets, Not Public Health
UK and European prohibitionist nicotine policies are fueling massive black markets for illicit tobacco and vapes, undermining public health goals.
Waste360
Suez Continues to Deal with Fires Cause from Vapes, Despite Ban
UK waste firm Suez reports 339 fires this year caused by lithium vape batteries, despite a disposable vape ban.
Metro.co.uk
Shocking photo shows teen's blackened ad shrivelled lung after vaping for three years
A 17-year-old New Zealand teen, LeeRay King, underwent lung surgery after years of heavy vaping and received a portion of his blackened lung as a stark warning.
The Hindu
DRI seizes e-cigarettes worth ₹10.41 crore in Thoothukudi
The DRI in Thoothukudi seized smuggled e-cigarettes valued at ₹10.41 crore and arrested three individuals involved.
Tobacco Reporter
Russian Deputies Call for Complete National Vape Ban - Tobacco Reporter
Russian deputies proposed amendments to completely ban the sale of all vapes and e-liquids nationwide.
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
The Bbc
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag fined after vaping in dressing room
Midweek Herald
Devon health leaders welcome new smoking and vaping laws
