The Indian Sun
NSW expands tobacco enforcement team as illegal trade crackdown intensifies
NSW is increasing its tobacco enforcement team with 30 new inspectors to combat the rising illegal tobacco and vaping trade.
The Mirror
Brits warned of new £360 fines for vaping in winter sun destination as new rules for 2026 kick in
British tourists traveling to Mexico face hefty fines or jail time for vaping or possessing vaping products due to new regulations.
The Province
Vancouver Starbucks customer describes 'frantic' fight before man was stabbed to death
A trial began in Vancouver regarding the stabbing death of Paul Schmidt at a Starbucks, stemming from an argument about vaping.
Philstar.com
PDEA-7 Intensifies Efforts to Combat Vapes Containing Marijuana
The PDEA-7 clarifies that marijuana remains illegal in the Philippines and is actively working to intercept vapes containing marijuana oil.
Tobacco Reporter
NSW Increasing Tobacco-Inspector Staff by 62% - Tobacco Reporter
New South Wales is increasing its tobacco inspector staff by 62% to combat illicit tobacco and vaping products.
Birmingham Live
New vape laws in from April 2027 and will be 'mandatory'
New UK vaping laws will introduce a flat duty rate and mandatory duty stamps on all vaping products starting in 2026 and 2027.
2Firsts
Daegu Jung-gu: liquid e-cigarettes with synthetic nicotine to be fined in nonsmoking areas under revised Tobacco Business Act
Daegu Jung-gu will fine the use of synthetic nicotine e-cigarettes in nonsmoking areas following revisions to the Tobacco Business Act.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Surrey councillor calls for tougher vape sales controls, seeking the “most restrictive legally supportable” package
Surrey Councillor Gordon Hepner is proposing stricter regulations on vape sales, aiming to reduce youth vaping and associated health concerns.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | DTI drafts administrative order proposing an open-pod and e-liquid ban and opens it for public consultation
The DTI proposes banning open-pod systems and e-liquids, but a health advocacy group argues for a total ban on all vaping products.
The Independent
What travellers need to know about Mexico’s vape rules after new law bans sales and imports
Mexico has enacted a law banning the sale and import of vapes, potentially fining or detaining tourists who bring them into the country.
Manila Bulletin
Group backs DTI’s proposed vape pod ban, presses for total vape ban
A health group supports the DTI’s proposed vape pod ban but advocates for a complete ban on all vaping and tobacco products to protect public health.
Bristol Post
'I used £1 hack and I've been vape free for over six months'
A TikTok user shared a simple, under £1 hack – switching to flavored water – that helped her quit vaping for over six months.
2Firsts
Florida HB 389 seeks statewide ban on smoking and vaping in public places and indoor workplaces
Florida HB 389 proposes a statewide ban on smoking and vaping in public places and indoor workplaces, aiming to protect public health.
Mirage News
Vape Crackdown: Major Seizure in Burwood, NSW
Australian authorities seized over 57,000 illegal vaping products in Burwood, NSW, signaling a crackdown on illegal vape sales.
Surrey Advertiser
Woman quits vaping for 6 months 'genius' hack that costs less than £1
Alice Fay quit vaping for six months by replacing her vape with flavored water, a simple and inexpensive method.
The daily Star
Woman's secret to staying vape-free for 6 months, and it costs less than £1
A woman shared a simple and inexpensive trick – switching to flavored water – that helped her quit vaping for over six months.
Surrey Now-Leader
Surrey councillor declares war on vaping
Surrey Councillor Gordon Hepner is proposing stricter regulations on vaping sales to address health concerns, particularly among youth.
Itemlive
Saugus looks to prevent vaping
Saugus is addressing youth vaping through community events and student-led initiatives to educate parents and children.
2Firsts
Research Summary | NHANES Study: Smoking or E-Cigarette Use Linked to Higher Prevalence of Elevated Blood Pressure and Hypertension
A NHANES study found that smoking and/or e-cigarette use is associated with a higher prevalence of elevated blood pressure and hypertension.
2Firsts
Canadians visiting Mexico warned of stricter penalties for bringing e-cigarettes or vaping devices
Canadians traveling to Mexico face potential fines, detention, and confiscation of e-cigarettes or vaping devices due to stricter enforcement of a 2025 ban.
The Real WV
Front Porch Conversations: Vape shop ordinances?
West Virginia counties and cities are enacting ordinances to regulate vape shops, addressing concerns about youth appeal and density.
2Firsts
Russia’s Duma Deputy Speaker Davankov calls for a total vape ban, citing drug sales disguised as vapes
Russian Deputy Speaker Vladislav Davankov is advocating for a complete ban on vapes due to concerns about disguised drug sales, particularly near schools.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | EVO NXT 2026 Offers Unique Insights Into A Dynamic Industry
EVO NXT 2026, a business festival for next-generation products, will be held in Prague, offering insights into the nicotine alternative industry.
Manchester Evening News
Manchester's vape streets saw an astonishing rise - could they be about to fall?
Manchester's Harris Street and Overbridge Road have become a hub for vape shops, but new regulations threaten this booming trade.
The Guardian
England’s poorest areas have 70% more vape shops and bookmakers than wealthier ones
A study reveals England's poorest areas have significantly more vape shops and bookmakers, and fewer amenities like cafes and gyms, compared to wealthier areas.
Génération sans tabac
Report Highlights Growing and Sustained Vaping Use in France and Warns of Risks
A French report identifies health risks associated with vaping, even without nicotine, and recommends stricter regulation and limiting use to smoking cessation.
Florida Daily
Florida Officials Announce Record Seizure of Illegal Vaping Products
Florida officials announced a record seizure of over 2,183 illegal vaping products and nitrous-oxide canisters in a coordinated statewide enforcement effort.
Yorkshirelive
Huge new vaping study shows deadly side effects from heart disease to dementia
A new study reveals vaping may be as harmful as smoking, increasing risks of heart disease, dementia, and organ failure.
Florida Politics
Florida completes biggest sweep of illegal vapes in state history
Florida officials seized over 2,100 illegal vapes and nitrous oxide canisters in a record-breaking operation targeting illicit products.
The Mirror
Vaping's grim truth as study shows deadly side effects from heart disease to dementia
A new study reveals vaping poses similar health risks to smoking, potentially causing heart disease, dementia, and organ failure.
The Herald
The high street is collapsing. Here’s how to save it
The article argues that high streets are declining due to unfair tax systems and proposes reforms to support pubs, restaurants, and small businesses.
South Gippsland Sentinel Times
Vape sting hits Inverloch as tobacco crackdown begins
A TGA raid in Inverloch seized illicit vapes and tobacco, coinciding with Victoria's new tobacco retail licensing scheme.
Evening Chronicle
Newcastle schoolboy taken to hospital after being told 'you've been spiced' with 'spiked' vape
A Newcastle schoolboy was hospitalized after vaping a substance believed to be laced with illicit drugs, prompting a police investigation.
Straitstimes
Ong Ye Kung gets inaugural award from anti-tobacco group for pushing vape ban in S-E Asia
Singapore's Health Minister Ong Ye Kung received an award for his leadership in advocating for a regional vape ban in Southeast Asia.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Singapore man, 21, assisting investigations after video allegedly shows him vaping on a bus
A 21-year-old Singaporean man is being investigated after a viral video allegedly showed him vaping on a public bus.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Consultation opens for Tasmania’s Public Health Amendment Bill 2026
Tasmania is seeking public feedback on a bill to combat the increasing illicit trade of tobacco, nicotine pouches, and e-cigarettes.
The Portugal News
Portugal vaping reduction
Portugal ranks second globally for its success in reducing vaping, attributed to low prevalence and high taxes on vaping products.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Singapore Health Minister Ong Ye Kung receives SEATCA award for tobacco control and anti-vaping push
Singapore's Health Minister Ong Ye Kung received SEATCA's inaugural Trailblazer Award for his leadership in tobacco control and anti-vaping efforts.
CNA
Ong Ye Kung honoured by regional anti-tobacco body for work in curbing vaping
Singapore's Health Minister Ong Ye Kung received the inaugural Professor Prakit Vathesatogkit Trailblazer Award for his efforts in tobacco and vaping control.
2Firsts
Virginia HB 308 would overhaul tobacco and nicotine rules, and creating a vape “white list”
Virginia's HB 308 proposes significant changes to tobacco and nicotine regulations, including a vape product “white list” and increased penalties.
Straitstimes
Man assisting with investigations after viral video shows him allegedly vaping on bus
A 21-year-old man is being investigated after a viral video showed him vaping on a bus in Singapore.
Toronto Sun
JAY GOLDBERG: It’s time for a policy rethink after study shows flavour bans increase smoking rates
A new study reveals that banning flavored vapes leads to a nearly 10% increase in cigarette sales, hindering efforts to help people quit smoking.
multistate.us
State Tobacco Legislation in 2025 Tackled Vaping, Nicotine Pouches, and More
In 2025, state legislation primarily focused on taxing and regulating vaping products and nicotine pouches, alongside traditional tobacco.
canarianweekly.com
The Nicotine Shot: Britain's strangest legal workaround
Britain's vaping regulations led to a workaround where consumers mix nicotine 'shots' with larger bottles of liquid, creating a legal but ironic situation.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | UK Court Sentences Shrewsbury Retailer for Illegal Vape and Counterfeit Tobacco Sales
A Shrewsbury retailer and its director were sentenced for selling illegal vapes, counterfeit tobacco, and a nicotine vape to a minor.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Multi-agency crackdown targets vape and convenience stores across Wirral, seizing illegal cigarettes and non-compliant pods
A multi-agency operation in Wirral seized over 10,500 illegal cigarettes and non-compliant vape products from six stores.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Singapore to Extend Etomidate Controls and Table New Vape Legislation in 2026
Singapore will extend etomidate controls under the Misuse of Drugs Act and introduce new legislation for all vapes in 2026.
Dorset Echo
Blue Shop in Weymouth issued closure notice by council
A Weymouth vape shop, Blue Shop, has been temporarily closed due to the seizure of illegal smoking products.
The Straits Times
Etomidate’s temporary listing as Class C drug to continue as MOH finalises new vape laws: Shanmugam
Etomidate will remain a Class C drug in Singapore as the Ministry of Health develops new, comprehensive vape laws expected by 2026.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Dalton, Georgia considers new licensing rules and caps for vape shops
Dalton, Georgia is considering new regulations for vape shops, including licensing, caps on the number of stores, and distance requirements from sensitive locations.
The Week
Mexico’s vape ban has led to a cartel-controlled black market
Mexico's ban on vapes has inadvertently created a $1.5 billion black market now dominated by powerful cartels.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Russia considers digital tagging for e-cigarette products to strengthen industry regulation
Russia is exploring digital tagging for e-cigarettes to combat counterfeiting, track market trends, and protect public health.
Menafn
Top Vape Display Manufacturer Revolutionizes The Industry With Cutting-Edge Technology
Shenzhen Tinya Acrylic Display Co., Ltd. is leading innovation in vape display manufacturing with advanced technology and customizable solutions for regulatory compliance.
TCPalm
Is Florida banning public smoking, vaping? How smoking laws may change
A Florida bill proposes to expand smoking and vaping restrictions to nearly all public places, including outdoor areas.
Nl Times
Vaping, smoking, snus causing dozens of daily ER visits due to nicotine overdoses
A Dutch study reveals that nicotine use from vaping, smoking, and snus leads to approximately 26,000 annual emergency room visits.
Daily Record
'I'm a psychiatrist and this 1 simple tip is how I help patients quit vaping'
A psychiatrist suggests tracking vaping frequency and gradually reducing it, alongside considering N-acetyl cysteine supplements to help patients quit.
The Mirror Us
TV psychiatrist explains simple way he helps his patients quit vaping for good
A TV psychiatrist shares a simple counting method and a supplement to help patients successfully quit vaping.
Daily Post
Psychiatrist explains simple way he helps his patients quit vaping
A psychiatrist shares a simple method for quitting vaping, involving awareness, gradual reduction, and a supplement called N-acetyl cysteine.
Génération sans tabac
New Zealand: Towards Management of E-Cigarette Addiction
New Zealand has authorized Nicorette QuickMist for vaping cessation, marking the first NRT approved for e-cigarette addiction.
The Mirror
'I'm a psychiatrist and this is how I help my patients quit vaping'
A psychiatrist shares methods to help patients quit vaping, including awareness, gradual reduction, and the supplement N-acetyl cysteine.
WTVC
Ordinance would tighten rules for Dalton vape shops, capping licenses and locations
Dalton, Georgia, is considering an ordinance to regulate vape shops by limiting licenses, restricting locations, and requiring background checks.
Perthnow
Spike in young Aussies vaping despite knowing risks
Despite understanding the health risks, vaping has increased among young Australians, with one in three aged 15-29 currently vaping.
Newsweek
Scientists Warn Against Breathing in Secondhand Vape ‘Smoke’
A new study reveals secondhand vape aerosols contain harmful particles that can damage lung tissues, especially for those with pre-existing conditions.
Liverpool Echo
Rules for drinking alcohol and vaping on Merseyrail trains
Merseyrail prohibits drinking alcohol and vaping on trains and at stations to ensure passenger safety and prevent disruptions.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | South Korea to regulate synthetic-nicotine e-liquids as tobacco from April 24
South Korea will regulate synthetic-nicotine e-liquids as tobacco products starting April 24, extending existing cigarette regulations to these products.
BusinessWorld - BusinessWorld Online
FDA calls for vape promo ban
Asian Trader
Vaping Changes Continue to Hit Independent Retailers
ABS-CBN
Hontiveros says safeguards in vape use 'not enough' as DOH proposes total ban | ABS-CBN News
Thesun
To vape or not to vape?
Newsmax.com
WSJ: Trump, FDA Clash Over Flavored Vape Approvals
The Bbc
Scotcast: Should we worry about the vape shop boom?
The daily Star
Angela Rayner finally quits vaping after being seen using one on dinghy
cleveland.com
Garfield Heights moves to curb late-night nicotine sales as part of broader crackdown on vape and smoke shops
The Star
Sheffield shop faces licence review over illegal cigarette and vape sales
Yahoo! News
Angela Rayner quits vaping
PLOS (Public Library of Science)
Identifying factors associated with vaping cessation in young adults: A machine learning and XAI approach
Yahoo! News
Scotland's vape capital - what's behind the boom?
BBC News
Greenock is Scotland's vape capital - but what's behind the boom?
Google News
Greenock is Scotland's vape capital - but what's behind the boom?
WIS10
Columbia vape shop closed after owner indicted on 40+ counts related to illegal marijuana sales
Wink News
Fort Myers Beach bans smoking and vaping on public beaches, parks
Appen Media
Dunwoody looks to ban vape shops
Mail Online
Kate Moss has a post-flight smoke and vape as she gets the giggles while arriving in New York with just hours to go until the Met Gala amid widespread anti-Bezos backlash
Charleston Post and Courier
A month after owner's drug indictment, Columbia bar and vape shop without active business licenses
Google News
Can vaping cause cancer? The evidence suggests it might.
