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City of Dalton bans new vape shops from opening within city limits
Dalton City Council unanimously approved an ordinance banning new vape and smoke shops to regulate the growing industry.
Daily Record
Scottish politics today: Turning kids away from vaping 'must be a health priority'
Scottish officials are addressing the rising rates of vaping among youth, while prison deaths and a politician's insensitive comment also garner attention.
The Herald
Seventy percent of Edinburgh vape shops required to update details
Over 70% of Edinburgh's registered vape shops have not updated their details with the Scottish Government.
The Herald
No extra funding for councils to enforce vape laws
The Scottish Government will not provide additional funding to councils for enforcing vape laws, despite concerns over declining trading standards staff.
The Herald
Edinburgh councillors call for tighter vape shop regulation after fire
Edinburgh councillors are urging the Scottish Government to grant local authorities powers to regulate vape shops following a fire in Glasgow.
Telangana Today
French health agency finds vaping less harmful than smoking, signals lessons for India
A French health agency review of 2,500 studies concludes vaping is less harmful than smoking, offering insights for India's harm-reduction strategies.
Metro.co.uk
Nestle factory worker sacked for sparking evacuation by vaping wins £22,000 payout
A Nestle factory worker unfairly dismissed after setting off a fire alarm while vaping received a £22,000 payout.
Chronicle Live
Spain travel rules for Brits including drinking, vaping, bikini 'bans' and flip flops
Spain is implementing stricter travel rules for tourists, including fines for vaping, dress code violations, improper footwear, and excessive drinking.
LBC
Worker sacked after 'lying about vaping in disabled toilets' wins £22,000 payout for unfair dismissal claim
A Nestle factory worker unfairly dismissed for allegedly lying about vaping in a disabled toilet won a £22,000 payout.
BBC
Guernsey and Alderney alcohol price and smoking changes suggested
Health experts propose raising alcohol prices, implementing smoke-free laws, and restricting sales of nicotine and CBD products in Guernsey and Alderney.
Hindustan Times
Nestle ordered to pay ₹27 lakh to employee sacked for vaping in toilet and triggering factory shutdown | Trending
A UK employment tribunal ordered Nestlé to pay £22,000 (₹27 lakh) to a worker unfairly dismissed for allegedly vaping in a toilet.
Mirror
Eight obscure ways you can get meningitis - from vaping to cutlery
An outbreak of meningitis in Kent has prompted a review of less common transmission routes, including sharing cutlery, vaping, and exposure to second-hand smoke.
The Mirror
Spain tourist rules for Brits from flip-flop ban to dress codes and vaping fines
Spain is implementing stricter tourist regulations, including fines for vaping, improper footwear while driving, revealing clothing, and excessive alcohol consumption.
Daily Express
Spain travel rules for Brits from 'bikini ban' to flip-flop fines - full list
Spain is implementing stricter travel rules for British tourists, including fines for vaping, improper footwear while driving, and inappropriate attire.
The Tab
Woman fears her daughter caught meningitis from vape after visiting Club Chemistry
A mother fears her daughter contracted meningitis after sharing a vape at Club Chemistry nightclub, linked to a recent outbreak.
The Manila Times
Vape bans spur illicit market – experts
Experts argue that vape bans inadvertently boost illegal markets and fail to curb smoking rates globally.
Journal News Online
Tighter regulation of tobacco, vape sought
A Senate hearing addressed the need for stricter regulations on tobacco and vape products due to rising youth accessibility and health risks.
Manchester Evening News
Full list of rules tourists must follow in Spain from dress codes to vape bans
Spain is implementing stricter rules for tourists, including fines for vaping, improper footwear while driving, revealing clothing, excessive drinking, and reserving sunbeds.
Daily Record
Councillor who witnessed Glasgow City centre fire wants tougher regulations on vape shops in Ayrshire and beyond
Following a Glasgow fire attributed to a vape shop, Councillor Bob Shields is pushing for stricter regulations on vape shops in Ayrshire and Scotland.
Mirror
'My daughter caught meningitis after sharing a vape in Club Chemistry'
A mother claims her daughter contracted meningitis B after sharing a vape at Club Chemistry nightclub, prompting health alerts.
GB News
Meningitis outbreak: Canterbury woman, 22, 'catches disease from sharing vape on super-spreader night out'
A 22-year-old woman in Canterbury contracted meningitis B after a night out, potentially from sharing a vape.
Daily Record
Vape shop 'farce' uncovered after Daily Record confronts store near Glasgow Queen Street station
An investigation reveals Scotland's vape shop registration scheme is flawed, allowing shops to register quickly with minimal safety checks.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Bulgaria’s Disposable Vape Ban Receives Formal Approval From the European Commission
The European Commission has approved Bulgaria’s ban on disposable e-cigarettes, initiating a three-month phase-out period to protect public health.
Ksnv
Man sues local e-cigarette distributor, alleging vape pen battery explosion caused burns
A California man is suing EightVape, alleging a vape pen battery explosion caused severe burns and seeking $75,000 in damages.
Google News
How did a vape trigger an urgent call on a Virgin Australia domestic flight?
A Virgin Australia flight made an urgent call after smoke emerged from a vape during descent, prompting a precautionary landing with firefighters on standby.
Dailystar Co Uk
Mum claims daughter caught meningitis from everyday item – as fears soar over spread
A mother believes her daughter contracted meningitis after sharing a vape during a recent outbreak in Canterbury, raising concerns about transmission.
Hoodline
Vegas Man Says Vape Turned His Pocket Into A Fireball, Sues Local Maker
A Las Vegas man is suing EightVape after a vape device exploded in his pocket, causing severe burns and seeking over $75,000 in damages.
Express
'My daughter caught meningitis from sharing a vape on a night out'
A mother warns of the dangers of sharing vapes after her daughter contracted meningitis B following a night out in Canterbury.
Las-vegas Review Journal
Vape explodes in man’s pocket, Las Vegas distributor sued
A California man is suing a Las Vegas e-cigarette distributor after a vape battery exploded in his pocket, causing severe burns.
The Herald
Scottish vape shops not subject to mandatory fire safety audits
Scottish vape shops are generally considered 'general retail premises' and aren't automatically subject to fire safety audits.
Google News
Vape sparks cabin fire on Virgin Australia flight bound for Melbourne
A vaping device ignited on a Virgin Australia flight during descent, causing a small cabin fire and prompting an emergency response.
Rappler
DOH, health experts push for total vape ban to protect youth
The DOH and health experts are advocating for a total ban on vapes and related products in the Philippines to protect youth from nicotine addiction and health risks.
Yahoo! News
Seven pubs close for every vape shop opened in past decade
A recent study reveals that seven pubs have closed for every new vape shop opened in the UK over the last decade, signaling a decline in community life.
Daily Express
Labour urged to launch major crackdown on high street shops making ‘mockery of the law’
Labour is calling for stricter regulations to combat illegal activity and exploitation linked to vape shops and other businesses on UK high streets.
The Independent
Vape bursts into flames on Virgin Australia flight
A vape ignited during a Virgin Australia flight's descent, prompting a precautionary emergency response and safe landing.
igeekphone.com
The President of Azerbaijan has approved new regulations for electronic cigarettes, imposing penalties for import, sale and storage.
Azerbaijan's president approved regulations fining individuals and businesses for offenses related to e-cigarettes.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Kuwait Bans Sale of Tobacco and E-Cigarette Products Through Delivery Platforms
Kuwait has banned the sale of tobacco and e-cigarette products via delivery platforms, with potential penalties for violations.
Inquirer
Group sounds alarm on kids’ association of vape with oxygen
Parents Against Vape Philippines (PAV PH) reports children increasingly associate vaping with oxygen, raising concerns about normalization and perceived necessity.
Senate of the Philippines
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The Senate of the Philippines website provides information on its history, processes, members, and operations.
The Guardian
Virgin Australia flight met by firefighters at Melbourne airport after smoke seen coming from vape
A Virgin Australia flight landed safely in Melbourne after smoke was detected from a vape device onboard, prompting a precautionary response from firefighters.
The Canberra Times
Vape fire forces emergency landing aboard Virgin Australia flight
A Virgin Australia flight made an emergency landing in Melbourne after a vape device caught fire in the cabin.
7NEWS Australia
Vape ignites onboard Virgin Australia flight, triggering emergency services call
A vape ignited mid-flight on a Virgin Australia plane, prompting an emergency response but resulting in no injuries.
Simple Flying
Vape Fire: Virgin Australia 737 Aborts Landing After Device Ignites In Cabin
A Virgin Australia flight safely landed in Melbourne after a passenger's vape device ignited in the cabin, prompting an emergency response.
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Vape ignites on Virgin flight, sparking emergency response at Melbourne Airport
A vape ignited on a Virgin Australia flight from Brisbane to Melbourne, prompting an emergency landing at Melbourne Airport.
Daily Mail Online
Why vape shops are a threat to EVERY high street in Britain: GRAHAM GRANT reveals little-known safety problem in devices and stores' troubling links to organised crime and even grooming gangs
A Glasgow fire in a vape shop highlights the dangers of unregulated lithium-ion batteries and potential links to organized crime within the vaping industry.
The Herald
Eighty percent of Glasgow vape shops have not provided current details
Nearly 80% of registered vape shops in Glasgow haven't updated their details with the Scottish Government, raising concerns about regulation and safety.
Glasgowlive Co Uk
Glasgow vape shop where Union Street fire began was 'contacted repeatedly' by debt company
A vape shop at the center of a major Glasgow fire was repeatedly contacted by the council's debt recovery company regarding unpaid business rates.
Daily Record
Glasgow vape shop at centre of fire was 'contacted repeatedly' by debt company
Glasgow City Council was pursuing the vape shop involved in the Union Street fire for unpaid business rates through its debt recovery company.
Google News
Vape starts fire on Virgin flight to Melbourne, emergency crews respond
A vape ignited on a Virgin Australia flight to Melbourne, prompting an emergency declaration and a safe landing with no injuries.
PerthNow
Vape catches fire onboard flight, causes mid-air emergency
A vape ignited on a Virgin Australia flight, prompting an emergency response and safe landing at Melbourne Airport.
Yahoo! News
Vape catches fire on Melbourne-bound flight
A vape ignited on a Virgin Australia flight approaching Melbourne Airport, prompting an emergency response and safe landing.
Google News
Vape fire on plane triggers emergency response at Melbourne Airport
A vape ignited on a Virgin Australia flight from Brisbane to Melbourne, prompting an emergency response upon landing.
Thesun
Jaecoo dealership suspends staff over dashcam vaping incident
Icon Jco Puchong suspended staff after dashcam footage revealed technicians vaping and using abusive language in a customer's car.
Independent.ie
Cork City Council says it can’t do anything about rows of vape shops on famous thoroughfare
Cork City Council stated it lacks the legal authority to regulate the increasing number of vape shops on St Patrick's Street.
Devdiscourse
Innovative Health Advances: From Brain-Computer Interfaces to RSV Vaccines | Health
Recent health advancements include China's approval of a brain-computer interface and expanded access to GSK's RSV vaccine.
Manila Bulletin
DTI, BIR confiscate ₱3.6 million in illegal vape products
The DTI and BIR confiscated ₱3.6 million worth of illegal vape products during a joint operation targeting non-compliant retailers.
SunStar Publishing Inc.
Former DOH heads back calls to ban vape
Seven former Philippine health secretaries support the DOH's call for a total ban on vaping, citing its harmful health effects.
SunStar Publishing Inc.
Risk-proportionate nicotine regulation pushed by global health experts
Global health experts advocate for risk-proportionate nicotine regulation, arguing current policies are insufficient for the world's smokers.
Glasgow Times
Number of unregistered city centre vape shops revealed
A Glasgow Times investigation found 16 unregistered vape shops in the city centre, raising concerns following a recent fire.
The Argus
Unit on Western Road in Brighton could become chicken shop
Plans have been submitted to convert a vacant shop on Western Road in Brighton into a fried chicken takeaway.
Mail Online
Work begins to demolish historic block in Glasgow after it was gutted in devastating vape shop fire... with workers removing one brick at a time
Demolition of a historic Glasgow building, severely damaged by a vape shop fire, has begun with workers carefully removing bricks.
Hoodline
Phoenix Vape Shops Busted in Statewide Sting for Selling to Kids
Arizona's Attorney General conducted a statewide sting, 'Operation Counter Strike,' revealing numerous Phoenix vape shops repeatedly sold to minors.
Philstar.com
Global experts call for risk-based regulation of nicotine products
Global experts advocate for risk-based regulation of nicotine products, suggesting current tobacco control may not fully address the needs of smokers.
Bernama
Singapore Seizes Over S$1.1 Mln In Vape Products In Biggest Bust Since Sept 2025
Singapore authorities seized over S$1.1 million worth of vape products and arrested a man in its largest bust since September 2025.
Malay Mail
Singapore seizes over S$1.1m in vape products in largest bust since Sept 2025
Singapore's HSA seized over S$1.1 million worth of vape products and arrested a man in its largest bust since September 2025.
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
