Moneycontrol
Earn Bitcoin while vaping weed? Cannabis company faces backlash over crypto rewards
Cannabis company Puffpaw is facing criticism for offering Bitcoin rewards to users of its Gudtrip vape pens.
South China Morning Post
In Malaysia, drug-laced vape seizures stoke US-like ‘zombie epidemic’ fears
Viral videos of dazed Malaysian men vaping have sparked fears of a drug-laced vape epidemic.
Birmingham Live
Moment boy shoplifts from Birmingham shop & smashes door - owner says 'they need to be taught a lesson'
A boy stole a vape from a Birmingham shop and returned to smash the door, prompting the owner to call for stricter action.
The National
Casual colourism, vaping and the never-ending controversies of IPL 2026
The IPL faces criticism for player controversies including colourism, vaping, and indiscipline, raising concerns about its image and viewer engagement.
The Free Press Journal
'Yeh Toh Pakda Gaya': Netizens Claim Shoaib Akhtar Was Caught Hiding 'Vape Device' From Camera During His Visit At Shahid Afridi's House
Netizens speculate Shoaib Akhtar hid a vape device during a visit to Shahid Afridi's house after a viral video showed him quickly hiding an object.
cleveland.com
Ohio lawmakers want vaping registry, strict licensing in crackdown on unregulated market
Ohio lawmakers propose a statewide registry and strict licensing to crack down on the unregulated vaping market.
Washington Examiner
American mothers are done being China’s vape dumping ground
American mothers demand an end to illegal Chinese vapes flooding the market while advocating for legal, regulated American alternatives.
Syracuse Ny Local News
Dear Annie: Vaping is a dealbreaker for me, and I just found out my boyfriend has been sneaking it
A woman discovers her boyfriend secretly vapes despite her strong aversion to smoking, leading her to question the future of their relationship.
The Star
Another vape shop planned for Sheffield neighbourhood
A planning application has been submitted to convert a takeaway into a vape and alcohol shop in Sheffield.
Wion
Smoke marijuana, earn Bitcoin: Company slammed for tying crypto reward to vaping in California
A California vape company is facing backlash for incentivizing cannabis use with Bitcoin rewards.
Yahoo! News
Gang-run vape stores face new crackdown
A new National Crime Agency unit backed by £20m will target gangs using high street businesses for organized crime.
M Live Michigan
Dear Annie: Vaping vice might be a dealbreaker
A woman discovers her boyfriend secretly vapes despite her father's lung cancer death and his medical profession, leading to a dilemma about whether to break up.
AL.com
Dear Annie: My boyfriend works in healthcare but can’t stop vaping
The writer is upset because her boyfriend, a nurse, secretly vapes despite her father's death from lung cancer and his medical profession.
Yorkshire Post
New enforcement unit to crack down on gangs running vape shops, barbers and sweet stores
A new £30m crackdown targets criminal gangs operating from dodgy shops, including rogue barbers, vape stores, and sweet shops.
Wfla
Gulfport man accused of killing ‘best friend’ after fight about vaping inside: court docs
A Gulfport man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after allegedly shooting his best friend during a fight about vaping.
Gma News Online
Philippines, Singapore partner for upskills training, ban on vape
Philippines and Singapore agreed to train Filipino healthcare professionals and promote a ban on vaping.
iefimerida
Greece Bans Cannabis Products From Kiosks and Mini Markets After Minors Found Buying Gummies and Vaping Oils
Greece will ban cannabis products from kiosks and mini markets following incidents of minors buying them.
97.3 Coast FM
Six stores shut down under WA's new tobacco and vaping laws
Six stores were closed and illegal tobacco and vapes were seized as WA's new laws took effect.
Mirror
Dodgy high street bosses using vape shops or barbers as fronts face fresh crackdown
The Home Office is launching a crackdown on high street shops using illegal workers, with bosses facing up to five years in prison.
LBC
Bogus barbers, vape stores and sweet shops targeted in £1.5million immigration crackdown
Immigration Enforcement teams have been given £1.5m to conduct spot checks on shops suspected of illegal working and criminal activity.
Gizmodo
'Smoke Weed and Earn Bitcoin' With This Vape Pen in Our Increasingly Dystopian Nightmare
Gudtrip is a vape pen that offers a small amount of bitcoin as an upfront loyalty reward, though the company denies any financial incentive tied to usage frequency.
Yorkshire Post
New Hartlepool micropub plans ban TVs, vaping and gambling machines
Plans for a new micropub in Hartlepool include a ban on TVs, vaping, and gambling machines.
The Verge
Six million vapes are being thrown out every week in the UK, causing headaches and fires.
Six million single-use vapes are discarded weekly in the UK, causing waste and lithium-ion battery fires despite a recent ban.
Free Malaysia Today
Ministry ponders legal action after nicotine exemption quashed
The Malaysian health ministry is considering legal action after a High Court ruling invalidated the government's decision to exempt liquid and gel nicotine from the poisons list.
The Argus
Angela Rayner says photos of her vaping in the sea are 'quite funny'
Angela Rayner called viral photos of her vaping in the sea 'quite funny' while discussing her exoneration from tax avoidance.
Mirage News
First Closure Orders Under New Tobacco Laws
Western Australia has issued six store closure orders and seized thousands of illegal tobacco products under new, stricter laws.
Thesun
Pharmacists urge government not to appeal vape nicotine ruling, calls for stronger controls
Pharmacists urge the government to accept a court ruling that liquid nicotine should be regulated as a poison, rather than appealing the decision.
The Vibes
High Court nicotine ruling hailed as major public health victory amid growing vape concerns
A Malaysian High Court ruling has invalidated the government's 2023 exemption of nicotine liquids from poison regulations, a decision hailed by healthcare groups as a victory for public health.
Kffhealthnews Org
Journalists Unpack Latest on Vaccines, Vaping, and TrumpRx
KFF Health News correspondents discuss federal policies on vaccines, vaping, and drug access, as well as the Supreme Court's decision on the abortion pill.
NBC 5 Chicago
Trump's flavored vape push sparks backlash from some MAHA influencers and administration officials
Trump's administration's approval of flavored vapes has caused internal conflict among health officials and MAHA influencers.
NBC10 Boston
Trump's flavored vape push sparks backlash from some MAHA influencers and administration officials
Trump's administration's move to legalize flavored vapes has caused a split among MAHA influencers and led to the resignation of a top health official.
NBC News
Trump’s flavored vape push sparks backlash from MAHA influencers, health officials
Trump's policy to allow flavored vapes has caused resignations and criticism from health officials and MAHA influencers.
Wcvb
Pediatricians press FDA to revisit fruit-flavored vaping products
Pediatricians urge the FDA to reconsider approving fruit-flavored vaping products due to concerns about teen enticement.
Abc 13
Magnolia ISD employee resigns after setting off fire alarm while vaping, district says
A Magnolia ISD teacher resigned after vaping in a faculty bathroom triggered a fire alarm and forced a campus evacuation.
Forbes
Second Trump Administration’s Pivot On Vaping Leads To Resignations
Top officials resign in protest as the second Trump administration shifts policy to allow fruit-flavored vapes.
Glasgowlive Co Uk
E-cig brand calls for Scottish vape shops to be licensed amid spate of fires
ELFBAR is urging the Scottish Government to implement a compulsory licensing scheme for vape shops to eliminate rogue traders.
Financial Post
Opinion: Rites of summer highlight the rights of individuals
Montreal's summer patio culture permits drinking but bans vaping, despite evidence that vaping poses significantly less risk than tobacco.
Nature
To regulate vaping we need pragmatic, evidence-based policy
The article advocates for pragmatic, evidence-based regulation of vaping to reduce smoking harms while minimizing youth uptake.
Free Malaysia Today
Court rules nicotine vape exemption from poisons list irrational
A Malaysian court ruled that the government's decision to exempt nicotine vapes from the poisons list was irrational and made without proper consultation.
News 18
'Oye Andhere' To Vape Vlog: All Arshdeep Singh Controversies In IPL 2026 Explained
Punjab Kings bowler Arshdeep Singh faces multiple controversies this IPL season, including alleged racist remarks about Tilak Varma and Sai Sudharsan, and a viral video of teammate Yuzvendra Chahal vaping on a flight.
Malay Mail
Sarawak minister says 253 minors charged, four fined over smoking and vaping offences in first five months of 2026
Sarawak minister reports 253 minors charged and four fined for smoking and vaping offences between January and May 2026.
Daily Record
ELFBAR manufacturer calls for vape shops in Scotland to be licensed
ELFBAR urges Scotland to license vape shops to curb illegal sales and prevent fires.
Malay Mail
‘Mushroom-flavoured’ vape liquid dispute ends in fatal stabbing at Melaka playground, four suspects in custody
A 30-year-old man died after being stabbed during a dispute over ‘mushroom-flavoured’ vape liquid at a playground in Merlimau, with four suspects arrested.
Wtvc
RFK Jr.'s chief HHS spokesman resigns over concern flavored vape approval will harm kids
Rich Danker resigned as RFK Jr.'s chief HHS spokesman, citing concerns over the approval of flavored vapes that could harm children.
Free Malaysia Today
Man killed after fight over ‘mushroom-flavoured’ vape liquid
A 30-year-old man died after being stabbed during a dispute over mushroom-flavoured vape liquid in Merlimau, Melaka.
Iol
US Food and Drug Administration head steps down over fruit-flavoured vape controversy
US FDA head Marty Makary resigned amid pressure over fruit-flavoured vape approvals.
Newsbreak
📢 Bristol to Hold June 2 Hearings on Traffic Cameras and Vape Rules
Bristol will hold public hearings on June 2 regarding traffic camera enforcement and vape product regulations.
Newsbreak
FDA recommends legalizing flavored vape sales - NewsBreak
The FDA recommends legalizing flavored vape sales, which a vape shop owner says would help New York businesses.
Newsbreak
Connecticut AG leads bipartisan efforts against FDA plan to ease flavored vape approvals
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong leads a coalition opposing an FDA proposal that would make it easier to approve flavored e-cigarettes.
Newsmax
NY Times: RFK Jr. Spokesman Quits Over FDA Vape Policy
Rich Danker resigned as RFK Jr.'s spokesman to protest the Trump administration's push for flavored vaping products.
upolitics.com
FDA Loosens Regulation Of Flavored Vapes After Pressure From Trump, In Major Win For Big Tobacco Companies
The FDA loosened flavored vape regulations under Trump, benefiting tobacco companies despite youth addiction concerns.
The Guardian
Vape sommeliers: the next frontier in fine dining?
Vape sommeliers recommend e-cigarette flavors to pair with food and drinks, applying principles of balance similar to wine pairing.
Mothership.
11-year-old among 3 caught vaping in Punggol enforcement operation
An 11-year-old was among three people fined for vaping during a joint enforcement operation in Punggol.
Google News
Tobacco Revenue Down, Vape Sales Up in NL
Tobacco tax revenue has dropped significantly since 2020, while vape tax revenue has risen steadily since its introduction.
Mirror
Smoking and vaping may be banned in list of outdoor places
A new survey shows strong public support for banning smoking and vaping in outdoor areas like pub gardens, university campuses, and playgrounds.
Inquirer
11-year-old among three fined for vaping in Singapore
An 11-year-old was among three people fined for vaping in Singapore, while a 17-year-old was arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offense.
Google News
11-year-old among those fined for vaping during HSA operation in Punggol
An 11-year-old and others were fined for vaping during an HSA operation in Punggol, while a 17-year-old was arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence.
The Straits Times
11-year-old among three fined for vaping, one arrested for suspected etomidate use in Punggol
Three people were fined for vaping, and a 17-year-old was arrested for suspected etomidate use during an anti-vape operation in Punggol.
PharmTech.com
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Resigns Following Industry Pressure
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigns amid agency turmoil, staff exodus, and pressure over vaccines and drug approvals.
Newsbreak
Scott County Man Charged After Giving Infant THC Vape Pen
A Scott County man faces charges after allegedly giving his 1 1/2-year-old niece a THC vape pen to inhale.
Knoxville News Sentinel
Smoking and vaping will be banned Jan. 1 in all Knoxville bars
Knoxville bars will ban smoking and vaping starting Jan. 1 after a city council vote.
Geo Tv
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary out after vape policy clashes
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary has been removed from his position following disagreements over vape policy.
The Grocer
Your Voice: food waste, vape regulation and resilience
Industry leaders discuss the importance of measuring food waste, the impact of the Tobacco & Vapes Bill, and the need for food system resilience.
East Anglian Daily Times
'Shut them down': Anger over illegal vape sales in town
Suffolk police and trading standards seized over 1,000 illegal vape items in Sudbury, prompting the deputy mayor to demand shop owners selling them be shut down.
Newsbreak
Is Vaping Worse Than Cigarettes? The Truth You Need Know
Vaping heats e-liquid without combustion, avoiding tar and toxins, though nicotine addiction remains a risk.
igeekphone.com
Why Are There So Many Myths and Falsehoods About Vaping?
2Firsts
UK Vaping Products Duty to Raise £565 Million by 2030/31
Newsbreak
Missouri recalls hundreds of vape pens amid dispute over required testing procedures
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
With almost 50 shops forced shut, can Perth's vape crackdown dent a huge black market?
The Hereford Times
Busted Ledbury vape shop to become Chinese takeaway
Bhekisisa
The nicotine Wild West: How SA birthed the next generation of nicotine addicts
Mail Online
Constance Hall confesses her vape addiction struggle after 'hiding' it for years: 'If I was rich, I'd check myself into rehab'
The Philadelphia Inquirer
How parents can talk to their kids about vaping as FDA authorizes some flavored e-cigarettes
ScienceAlert
Popular 'Ice' Vape Flavors May Have a Hidden Effect on Your Heart
2Firsts
AHA Journal Study: WS-23 Triples Premature Heartbeats, Raising Concerns Over Vape Cooling Agents
Business Insider
I got addicted to vaping fast. I built a startup to quit.
The Manila Times
Baguio City backs national smoke-free, VAPE-FREE billS
2Firsts
BAT Estimates U.S. Unauthorized Vape Market at $9.4 Billion, Plans New Vuse and Velo Launches After FDA Enforcement Shift
The Conversation
Cooling ingredients in vapes might cause irregular heartbeats
Arizona Capitol Times
Brian Hummell: The frontline of Arizona’s vape regulation movement
NBC10 Boston
How parents can talk to their kids about vaping as FDA authorizes some flavored e-cigarettes
NBC 5 Chicago
How parents can talk to their kids about vaping as FDA authorizes some flavored e-cigarettes
Free Malaysia Today
Delayed poison registry updates hamper synthetic drug probes, says minister
Newsbreak
🏛️ Berea Council Meeting: Vape Shop Rules, 2027 Budget & Charter Changes
Newsbreak
Omaha advocates say vaping products target kids, not smokers
