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Governor candidate Nikki Fried calls for massive effort to ‘change the culture of America when it comes to guns’

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried said Tuesday she’d like to see a massive effort to “change the culture of America when it comes to guns,” along the scale of the efforts that turned cigarette smoking into something that’s less glamorous — and thus less popular —…

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Thailand to ease cannabis rules but smokers warned over smell ‘nuisance’

People will be allowed to grow it at home but smoking for recreational purposes is still forbidden

The Guardian - UK

Legal smoking age to buy cigarettes could be raised to 21 in 'radical' crackdown

A delayed review is set to be revealed on Thursday, commissioned by health secretary Sajid Javid, who has refused to rule out raising the age from 18 to 21

Daily Mirror

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Plans to raise legal smoking age in UK to 21 could be unveiled by government

There are currently more than 6 million smokers in England

The Independent UK

NHS hospital stop-smoking services criticised in new audit

One in five hospitals still offer dedicated smoking areas for patients.

The Independent UK

Plan to raise smoking age to 21 to be unveiled amid UK government splits

Delayed review, which also suggests new taxes on tobacco firms, reportedly faced pushback from ministers

The Guardian - UK

Anger over cigarette smoke entering Launceston General Hospital maternity ward

Corrie Summers was with her baby and recovering after an emergency caesarean when cigarette smoke blew into the maternity ward from a nearby park. The hospital says the park is on council land and the Mayor says smoking is legal there — but an expert warns mums could sue if…

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Hard Rock boss confers with NJ governor on casino smoking

The chairman of the global Hard Rock casino and entertainment company spoke recently with New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy about the “economic challenges” of banning smoking in casinos, which a bill pending in the state Legislature would do

The Independent UK

Woman who avoided dentist for a decade can't eat as her teeth turned black and CRUMBLED

Cara Smith, 43, has a severe fear of the dentist and believes her heavy smoking is one of the key reasons for her tooth decay, as well as drinking around two litres of pop per day

Daily Mirror

Proposed menthol ban highlights debate over ‘sin tax’ revenue

WASHINGTON — A proposed federal ban on menthol cigarettes has underscored the tension lawmakers face in using so-called “sin tax” revenue to fund critical social programs at the state and federal levels.

Tribune News Service

Adorable moment Edinburgh girl invited on stage at Meadows Festival

Chelsea McMillan, 8, from Dumbiedykes, danced her little heart out after being invited on stage by the Smoking Jeffery's at the Meadows Festival this weekend.

Edinburgh Live

Does Marijuana Smoking Harm Vision? A Study Reveals How It Alters The Way You See

Regardless of how you use cannabis, one thing is clear – it can cause both immediate and long-term effects including changes in perception and increased heart rate, to name a few. To that end, there are two sides to a story.

Benzinga

NHS Lanarkshire marks National Smile Month with offer of help to smokers

The health board is giving support to those who wish to stop smoking.

Daily Record

Spain holiday warning as Irish tourists could be scammed playing illegal 'shell game'

This game could land you with a hefty fine

Dublin Live

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Proposed menthol ban highlights debate over ‘sin tax’ revenue - Roll Call

The FDA’s proposed ban on menthol cigarettes means states would see “sin tax” revenues fall, but vaping taxes are already filling the gap.

Daily Mirror

Love Island series one to now - from smoking, open sex to rationed booze and influencers

Love Island used to be all about the smoking, drinking and romping but ITV has since introduced a series of strict rules to the new Spanish villa

Asharq Al-Awsat

Mexico Bans Sales of 'Harmful' E-cigarettes

Mexico banned sales of electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices on Tuesday because of concerns about their health effects, the government announced. President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said it was a "lie" to claim that e-cigarettes are a safe alternative to inhaling tobacco smoke, AFP said. "The vapors are also…

The Times of India

Lucknow: Goonj for change, King George’s Medical University aims at no smoking campus

Lucknow: To dissuade people from smoking on campus, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) on Tuesday launched its ‘Mission No Smoking Campus’ from Shatabdi hospital.

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Smokers in UK hotspot may be offered £400 if they ditch the habit under new plan

Smokers in Cheshire East will have to undergo tests to prove they have stopped smoking and could be rewarded up to £400 in cash by the local authority

The Hindu

Over 32% of women and 27% of men in Karnataka tried to stop smoking or using tobacco in any form: NFHS report

May 31 is observed as ‘World No Tobacco Day’

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh: rallies, awareness programmes mark World No Tobacco Day

Govt. urged to take stern action against those smoking in public places

Daily Mirror

How to quit smoking – and how long it will take your body to fully recover

If you're a smoker who is considering quitting the habit, here's what you need to know about how long it actually takes for your body to fully recover after quitting

Daily Mirror

Tips and tricks to quit smoking - from setting quit date to changing diet

Everyone knows smoking is bad for your health. In honour of World No Tobacco Day, here are the best expert tips and tricks to quit smoking and improve your health as well as lifestyle

The Times of India

Children in Uttar Pradesh get addicted to tobacco at 9.5 years, says survey

LUCKNOW: Children in UP are just around nine-and-a-half years of age when they initiate cigarette smoking. Children even younger than that—about seven-year-old girls and eight-year-old boys—initiate the smoking of bidi.

AAP

Qld plans tougher smoking, tobacco laws

A proposed crackdown on tobacco in Queensland could lead to a smoking ban at outdoor markets and the licensing of vape sales.

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