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Revitalizing Britain's High Streets: Burnham's Positive C...
PM Andy Burnham announces measures to restrict vape shops and adult gaming centers to revitalize high streets, with opposition support but calls for business rate cuts.
Oxford Mail
Vape and betting shops in Oxford set to be limited
Oxford councils may gain powers to limit vape and betting shops to revitalize high streets.
London Broadcasting Company
Closing vape shops will not save the high street - Burnham must give businesses breathing space
Closing vape shops won't solve high street issues; government must support businesses with policy reforms and investment incentives.
Kent Online
Vape crackdown to give towns ‘power to turn things around’, Prime Minister says
Prime Minister announces new planning rules to let towns block vape shops and betting venues and revive high streets.
The Straits Times
245 students referred to HSA for vaping by schools, tertiary institutions from April 1 to June 30
245 students were referred to HSA for vaping by schools and tertiary institutions between April 1 and June 30, according to MOH and HSA.
AsiaOne
Over 2,400 people caught for vaping in Q2 2026; QuitVape to end on Sept 1
2,428 people were caught for vaping in Q2 2026, and the QuitVape programme will end on Sept 1.
Norwich Evening News
City folk have their say on plans to crackdown on vape and betting shops
Under Prime Minister Andy Burnham's plan, Norwich residents support stricter regulations on vape and betting shops to address concerns about high street decline and community safety.
BBC News
Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
The Prime Minister announced new powers for councils to restrict vape and betting shops to revitalize high streets.
Evening Standard
Andy Burnham vows new powers to rid London high streets of betting and vape shops
Andy Burnham pledges new powers to let London councils block betting and vape shops, tightening rules and giving councils authority to shut problematic premises.
The Guardian
Burnham to give councils more powers to block vape and betting shops
Councils will gain authority to reject new betting shops and require planning permission for vape stores, aiming to protect high streets.
The Independent
Crackdown on vape shops and bookies as Burnham gives councils power to choose what is on their high streets
Councils gain power to block vape shops and betting outlets under Burnham's plan to revitalize high streets.
LBC
Councils to be given powers to block eyesore vape shops in Burnham plan to revive 'hollowed out high streets'
Burnham proposes giving councils powers to block vape and betting shops to revive Britain's high streets.
usthadian.com
UK Tobacco Law Targets Smoke Free Generation - Current Affairs Usthadian Academy
The UK Parliament's Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2026 bans tobacco sales for those born after 2009, aiming to eliminate smoking in future generations.
Yahoo News UK
Vape ban could cost Glasgow shops £61m as new display rules loom
New display rules for vaping products could cost Glasgow retailers up to £61 million in compliance costs.
LBC
Kids hospitalised as schools battle spice-vape influx
In Lancashire schools, 30% of seized vapes contained Spice, leading to dozens of children hospitalized.
The National Law Review
Market Shift Analysis: Why Rechargeable Disposable Vapes Like DePango Are Replacing Standard Disposables
Rechargeable disposable vapes are disrupting the market by offering extended lifespan and better value than traditional disposables.
Maui Now
DOH Issues Notices of Violation to Island Smoke and Vape for alleged refusal to allow inspection
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health fined Island Smoke and Vape $13,000 for refusing inspections of its hemp product store.
Alamosa News
Vaping creates harmful cycles of sleep loss, stress for Colorado teens
Vaping triggers a vicious cycle of sleep loss and anxiety among Colorado teens.
Mothership.
S'pore man, 23, allegedly trafficked etomidate vape pods, 2 vapes & 55 pods found at home
A 23-year-old man was charged for allegedly trafficking etomidate-containing vape pods found at his residence.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Senate Democrat Wyden Probes Trump Administration Vape Policy Shift, Seeks Records From HHS and Reynolds American
Senator Ron Wyden is investigating potential links between political donations and shifts in flavored vape policy.
ibiza-spotlight.com
Sustainability Matters – Smoking on Ibiza's beaches: what you need to know | Ibiza Spotlight
Spain is considering expanding smoke-free outdoor areas, including beaches, to combat pollution and fire risks.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | UAE Sets Dh1-Per-ml Minimum Excise Price for Vape Liquids From Sept. 1 While Keeping 100% Tax Rate
The UAE will implement a minimum excise price of AED 1 per ml for e-liquids starting September 1, 2026.
Scottish Grocer & Convenience Retailer
VB Distribution approved for vaping products duty
VB Distribution has secured HMRC approval to supply duty‑stamped vaping products from day one of the new UK scheme.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Nicotine Pouches Gain Ground in U.S. Convenience Stores as Vape Unit Sales Fall 14%
Nicotine pouches are growing in U.S. convenience stores while vape unit sales have declined by 14%.
The Irish Times
Vape tax increase being considered after it raises €22m in nine months
Minister Simon Harris is considering increasing the vape tax after it generated €22 million in nine months.
Tico Times
Costa Rica’s New Vape Rules Were Supposed to Start Today. They Didn’t.
Costa Rica has postponed its strict new vaping regulations by one year due to enforcement and administrative challenges.
Tobacco Reporter
Ohio Weighs Authority to Enforce Illegal Vape Sales - Tobacco Reporter
Ohio Supreme Court weighs state authority to enforce consumer protection laws against retailers selling unapproved flavored e-cigarettes.
The National
UAE to introduce minimum taxation price for e-cigarette and vape liquids from September 1
UAE will set a minimum excise tax of 1 Dirham per millilitre for vape liquids from September 1, ensuring all products are taxed equally.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Ohio Supreme Court Weighs Whether State Consumer Law Can Restrict Flavored Vape Sales
Ohio Supreme Court weighs if state consumer law can restrict flavored vape sales, pitting state consumer protection against federal FDA authority.
Hoodline
Four Suspects Caught On Video After Twin Burglaries At Hoschton Vape Shop
Four suspects were caught on video after a second burglary at a Hoschton vape shop, following an earlier break‑in.
Newsweek
Woman Vapes for 10 Years, Then Comes a Life-Changing Discovery
After a decade of addiction, Holly Kurtz quit vaping after realizing the potential impact on her future health.
Google News
Man admits he was part of syndicate that stored 58,000 vape items in Lentor house and Sembawang condo
A man pleaded guilty to being part of a syndicate storing 58,000 vape products in Singapore.
Yahoo! News
Too many vape shops on high street, shoppers claim
Shoppers in Newcastle-under-Lyme claim there are too many vape shops following recent closures of stores selling illegal products.
BBC News
Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes
Despite tightened visa rules, over 1,900 small businesses like car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers.
Newsbreak
LaMelo Ball's Apartment Gets Dragged Online Over ‘Vape Shop' Interior Design
LaMelo Ball's uniquely themed apartment, featuring a vape shop vibe, has gone viral online, sparking curiosity and legal drama.
Adnews
Dentsu wins SA's tobacco cessation and vaping control account - AdNews
Dentsu has been appointed as the media partner for Preventive Health SA's tobacco and vaping control account.
Irish Examiner
Michael Moynihan: Cork City has a staggering number of vape shops among all the store closures
Vape shops proliferate in Cork City, outnumbering other retail closures amid rising health concerns and new regulations.
Tobacco Reporter
VTA Poll Finds Support for Science-Based Vape Regulation Reform - Tobacco Reporter
A VTA-commissioned poll shows broad bipartisan support for reforming FDA vaping regulations using science-based standards.
Koco News Channel Five
Vape shop asks for help after van crashes through storefront in Oklahoma City
An Oklahoma City vape shop is seeking public help to identify a van that crashed through its storefront.
Vice News
PAX’s New Aurora Burst Vape Comes With a $4,000 Adventure Giveaway
PAX launches the Aurora Burst vape, a limited‑edition PAX FOUR, and offers a $4,000 adventure giveaway with a trip and the device.
Daily Record
People wanting to take their vape with them abroad issued travel alert
Travelers are warned that packing vapes and power banks in checked luggage can lead to delays or flight cancellations.
getreading.co.uk
'Safest method' to pack common item most airlines 'ban' from suitcases
Travelers must pack vapes and power banks in carry-on luggage to avoid flight delays or emergency landings.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | $20 Million, a Permanent Injunction and Distributor Controls: Posh Deal Tightens Illinois Vape Compliance
Illinois companies must pay $20 million and follow strict marketing and distribution rules regarding unauthorized Posh vapes.
IOL
Tobacco Bill: Dhlomo calls for harm reduction approach
Sibongiseni Dhlomo advocates for a harm reduction approach in South Africa's upcoming tobacco legislation.
AsiaOne
Driver assisting with investigations after vapes found in parked car
A 37‑year‑old driver is aiding police after e‑vaporisers and gambling sites were found in his car and home.
Pr Sync
Vape Station Offering Lost Mary 15,000 Puffs Across the UAE
Vape Station is now offering high-capacity Lost Mary 15,000 Puffs disposable vapes throughout the United Arab Emirates.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | FDA Authorizes Four More Nicotine Pouches as Review Pilot Expands Beyond Initial Decisions
The FDA authorized four more on! nicotine pouches, bringing the total to 30 and expanding its review pilot practices.
Juno News
OP-ED: Why Ottawa should not ban flavoured vaping products
The article argues Ottawa should keep flavored vaping products, citing declining youth vaping rates and adult cessation benefits.
Tobacco Reporter
South Korea Scrutinizing ‘Nicotine‑Free’ Vape Claims - Tobacco Reporter
South Korea is tightening oversight of vape products labeled nicotine‑free after tests found many contain nicotine or analogues.
Cambridge Evening News
Shop that sold vodka and vape to teenage girl has licence revoked
A Peterborough shop has had its licence revoked after repeatedly selling alcohol and vapes to children.
PerthNow
Teens charged with animal cruelty after alleged horror video of vile act forcing vape down black swan’s throat
Two teens in Western Australia are charged with animal cruelty after a video shows them forcing vape fumes into a black swan's throat.
2Firsts
China’s Jiangsu Tobacco Monopoly Bureau and Drug Regulator Target Illegal Vape Sales Disguised as Medical Devices, Define Six Violations
Jiangsu regulators issue a joint notice to curb vape sales masquerading as medical devices, outlining six violation categories.
Tobacco Reporter
PA Defends Flavored Vape Law in Constitutional Challenge - Tobacco Reporter
Pennsylvania is defending its flavored e-cigarette restrictions in federal court, citing state authority to regulate nicotine products.
Confidentenamibia
Profits over pupils: the billion-dollar vape scandal poisoning Namibia’s future leaders
A growing vaping epidemic is causing widespread nicotine addiction among Namibian youth due to outdated laws and corporate greed.
7NEWS Australia
Boys appear in Mandurah court charged over black swan vape video
Two boys were charged with animal cruelty after a video showed them vaping a black swan in Mandurah.
Génération sans tabac
Playful vaping applications still accessible on smartphones
A study reveals that e-cigarette entertainment apps remain widely available on mobile platforms, especially on Android, despite nicotine restrictions.
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Boys face Mandurah court after allegedly slapping swan, forcing it to inhale vape
Two teens are charged with animal cruelty after slapping a swan and forcing it to inhale vape.
PerthNow
Police charge two teens with animal cruelty after video alleged to show native black swan being forced to vape
Two teens charged with animal cruelty after a video shows a black swan forced to vape.
The Mirror
EastEnders star Shane Richie seen with vape at petrol station in footage taken moments before he's arrested
Shane Richie was filmed vaping and arguing at a Tesco petrol station before being arrested for drink driving.
AOL.ca
Iowa vape registry law upheld
Iowa wins court case to enforce vape registry law against illegal Chinese e-cigarettes.
The Straits Times
‘Grateful to driver who reported me to police’: Ex-Kpod addict who vaped in private-hire car
A former Kpod addict expresses gratitude to a driver who reported his illegal vaping to the police.
Google News
Hundreds of vape, Kpod addicts have sought help at IMH; some lost jobs due to addiction
Hundreds have sought help at IMH for vaping and Kpod addiction, with some losing jobs due to their substance use.
The Straits Times
‘No let-up on war on vaping’, says HSA chief executive; youngest abuser was 10 years old
Singapore's HSA warns of evolving vaping threats, noting a 10‑year‑old as the youngest user and calling for relentless enforcement.
The Worcester News
Connect 2 Vapes in Worcester has new owner
Ruhoul Amin has taken over Connect 2 Vapes on Broad Street, Worcester, succeeding retiring owner Andrew Connellan.
Evening Standard
EastEnders star Shane Richie charged with drink driving after 'expletive-ridden petrol station vaping row'
Shane Richie, EastEnders actor, faces drink‑driving charges after a vaping dispute at a Tesco garage in Harlow, Essex.
Kalkine Media
Supreme AGM update: Can duty preparations protect current expectations?
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
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
Oldham Times
Haul of illegal fireworks was found in Oldham vape shop
Kent Online
‘They’re the reason my kids vape!’: Backlash over shop’s plan to sell alcohol
Stomp
6 admit being part of group that stored nearly 58,000 vape items in Lentor, Sembawang ‘warehouses’
