ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Vaping rates among younger Australians plunge as smoking falls to historic low
Smoking rates in Australia have hit a historic low, but nicotine consumption is rising as some users switch to snus and nicotine pouches.
Derby Telegraph
Hands off my vape, Keir! New £2 tax is a cruel, pointless squeeze on our pockets
A new £2 tax on vape liquid is criticized as a cruel and pointless squeeze on the poor, with no clear evidence it reduces consumption.
Legal Reader
Health Groups Challenge FDA Vaping Policy
Health groups sue the FDA over a policy that may allow flavored vaping products and nicotine pouches to reach shelves without full review.
Derby Telegraph
New £2 vape tax could put users at 'serious risk of cheap fake liquids'
A new £2 vape tax may push users toward counterfeit liquids, shop owners warn.
Post and Courier
Confused about where vape and smoke shops can and can’t operate around Columbia? We made a list.
A guide outlining various local regulations for vape and smoke shops across the Midlands region.
2Firsts
Minnesota Sues Loon as State Enforcement Targets U.S. Vape Brand Operators
Minnesota AG sues Loon for selling candy‑flavored vapes that violate state deceptive vapor laws.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | South Korea’s New Vape Rules Raise Bar for E-Liquid Makers and China-Linked Supply Chains, Expert Says
New South Korean tobacco laws increase compliance burdens for e-liquid manufacturers and overseas suppliers.
Rnz Co Nz
Trust gives up helping people quit smoking over refusal to promote vaping
A New Zealand trust ends its stop-smoking service because it refuses to promote vaping as an alternative to smoking.
Newsbreak
🚨 Minnesota sues vape maker Loon over illegal flavored sales
Minnesota AG sues Loon for illegally selling flavored e‑cigarettes targeting minors.
Fox News
These Democrat-led states have turned vaping into a pricey habit
Vaping taxes vary widely, with Democrat-led states imposing up to $18 more per product than Republican-led ones.
Perthnow
City of Stirling introduces fishing ban at 17 locations as well as vape restrictions
Stirling council bans fishing at 17 sites and adds vape restrictions, citing wildlife protection and enforcement concerns.
Insurance Journal
FDA Sued for Allowing Unauthorized Vaping Products
A coalition of health groups sued the FDA over a policy that lets some vaping products remain on the market without proper licensing.
Manchester Evening News
Two major UK law changes affecting anyone who vapes in force from October this year
New UK laws including a vaping tax and sales bans will take effect this October to curb youth vaping.
Yahoo! News
These states charge the highest vape taxes in America
Adam Hoffer explains which US states have the highest vape taxes and their impact on consumers.
sciencebasedmedicine.org
Negative Health Effects of Vaping | Science-Based Medicine
Vaping poses significant health risks, including cardiovascular and respiratory issues, and is highly addictive, especially for young people.
PerthNow
Vaping is just as bad for fitness as smoking cigarettes
Vaping reduces exercise capacity by approximately 15 percent, similar to traditional cigarette smoking.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Seita’s Julia Neumaier Says France Should Target Vape Access, Not Plain Packaging
Julia Neumaier of Seita argues France should focus on age verification and access control rather than plain packaging for vapes.
Grimsby Telegraph
38 'stores of concern' in battle against illegal vapes and tobacco sales in North Lincs
North Lincolnshire Trading Standards flagged 38 stores for illegal vape and tobacco sales, amid new 2026 legislation and enforcement efforts.
Thehealthsite
Vaping or smoking reduces fitness by 15% in young adults, study finds
A study shows vaping and smoking reduce fitness in healthy young adults by 15%.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Special Report | Russia, Ukraine and Belarus Launch Fresh Push to Rein in Vaping
Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus are implementing new regulations to control the vaping market and combat illicit trade.
Google News
Vaping Has ‘Similar Effects’ of Reduced Fitness Levels as Smoking Among Young People, New Study Finds
A UK study finds vaping and smoking similarly reduce fitness and increase breathlessness in 18‑30‑year‑olds.
Google News
Vaping or smoking found to reduce fitness in young people by 15%
A study reveals that vaping and smoking reduce fitness in young people by 15% and impair vascular and lung function.
Glasgow Live
Jet2, Ryanair and easyJet rules on vapes and electronic devices
Airlines Jet2, Ryanair and easyJet have specific rules for vaping devices and power banks to reduce fire risks on flights.
News-Medical.net
Vaping reduces fitness and blood vessel function in young adults
Vaping and smoking significantly reduce exercise capacity, lung efficiency, and blood vessel function in healthy young adults.
The Worcester Guardian
Worcester Board of Health approves updated tobacco regulations
The Worcester Board of Health approved new tobacco rules to curb youth vaping and clarify retailer obligations.
The Costa Rica News
Costa Rica Postpones Strict Vape Regulation Until August 2027
Costa Rica delays strict vape regulation to August 2027 to strengthen enforcement capacity.
Headtopics
This Women-Owned Cannabis Brand Is Offering BOGO Vape Pens
TribeTokes, a women-owned cannabis brand, is offering a buy-one-get-one-free deal on its premium vape pen lineup.
Medical Xpress
Vaping or smoking found to reduce fitness in young people by 15%
A study shows vaping or smoking reduces young adults' fitness by about 15 % compared to non-users.
Manchester Evening News
The 12 new smoking and vaping rules announced by the government and how they will impact you
The UK government has launched a consultation proposing 12 new rules to reduce the appeal of vapes and tobacco to young people.
The Guardian
Australia banned vape ads more than two years ago – so why are they still all over social media?
Despite Australia's ban on vape ads, illegal sellers promote nicotine products on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, prompting calls for platform-level enforcement.
Google News
What Did Christy Chung's 17-Yr-Old Daughter Hide During Live Stream When Mum Walked In? Netizens Think It’s A Vape
Christy Chung's daughter, Jaden, sparked vape speculation after appearing to hide a slender object during a recent livestream.
Manchester Evening News
Reform UK's mayoral candidate Sian Astley vows to 'go to war' as she launches campaign manifesto
Sian Astley, Reform UK's mayoral candidate, vows to tackle illegal migration and crime while promising economic growth for all Greater Manchester boroughs.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | EU Tobacco Rules Face Pushback as Analysis Says 90% of Consultation Responses Raised Objections
Over 82,000 EU public consultation responses largely opposed the Tobacco Products Directive revision, with 90% raising objections.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Former ATF Official’s Claims on Chinese Vape Companies and 6-Methyl Nicotine Fuel US Regulatory Debate
Former ATF official Edgar Domenech warns that 6-methyl nicotine use by Chinese vape companies is driving new US regulatory debates.
Newsbreak
Free Help to Quit Smoking or Vaping Available
Kansas offers free support to help residents quit vaping or smoking, including coaching, text/email help, and medication for eligible individuals.
Hoodline
Gun-Toting Vape Robber Hits Philips Highway Shop, Cops Call On Locals To Step Up
A gun‑armed man stole vape devices from a Jacksonville shop, prompting police to seek community help.
Birmingham Live
Halesowen teacher 'left cupboard with 48 saws unlocked for secret vape break during panic attack'
A teacher avoided a ban after leaving students unsupervised with dangerous tools to hide a vaping break during a panic attack.
Mirror
Illegal vape sellers offering hand delivery service to bypass disposables ban
Black market sellers are using door-to-door delivery services to evade laws and target minors.
The Fermanagh Herald
Public urged to have say on new vaping rules
Fermanagh residents are encouraged to participate in a consultation regarding new regulations for vaping and nicotine product marketing.
Naturalnews
Vape Batteries Linked to Hundreds of Waste Fires, Company Reports
Waste management companies report that improperly discarded vape batteries are causing hundreds of fires in waste facilities and trucks.
loveballymena.online
Proposed vaping rules could force products out of sight in Northern Ireland shops
Proposed rules in Northern Ireland aim to restrict vaping product visibility and packaging to reduce youth appeal.
The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
Things to Keep in Mind When Sourcing Empty Vape Cartridges for Your Brand
Choosing quality empty vape cartridges ensures reliable performance, preventing leaks, poor flavor, and customer complaints.
conveniencestore.co.uk
Concerns raised over vape display ban plans
UK retailers and vape industry warn that proposed display bans and plain packaging could harm legitimate businesses and fail to curb youth vaping.
GOV.UK
Tobacco and vapes: packaging, appearance and display
The article outlines new UK regulations to reduce youth vaping and tobacco use through strict packaging, appearance, and display restrictions.
The Standard 英文虎報
Anime fan discovers illegal vape pods inside toy box bought at Salvation Army
A Hong Kong anime fan nearly faces legal trouble after finding illegal vape pods in a toy box bought from Salvation Army.
Forecourt Trader
New vape rules revealed: hidden displays, plain packs, devices & flavours to be mandated
The government is consulting on new laws requiring plain packaging, hidden displays, and strict flavour controls for vapes.
Manchester Evening News
Government announces plans for new UK vape laws as crackdown continues
The UK government is consulting on new laws to restrict vape marketing and packaging to protect children.
The Guardian
Vape packaging and flavouring face restrictions under UK plans to reduce appeal to children
UK proposes plain packaging, limited colours, and flavour name restrictions to curb vaping appeal among children.
Chronicle Live
New rules could put vapes in plain packaging and out of sight in shops
UK proposes plain packaging and limited colours for vapes to curb youth appeal and restrict flavour marketing.
Wect News 6
Man pleads guilty to rape, kidnapping at Wilmington vape shop
Christopher Xavier Adams pleaded guilty to rape and kidnapping at a Wilmington vape shop and was sentenced to over 40 years in prison.
Sfist
Man Accused of Delivering Weed Vape to 12-Year-Old’s Sonoma County Home via Snapchat
A 21-year-old man was arrested for allegedly selling a cannabis vape pen to a 12-year-old via Snapchat.
Vogue
Is Sharing a Vape Our Era’s New Love Language?
Sharing a vape has become a modern romantic gesture, symbolizing intimacy and closeness in contemporary relationships.
RTE.ie
Drugs worth €2m seized during raids of five vape shops
Police seized over €2 million worth of cannabis‑infused products in raids on five vape shops, arresting two men.
Travel And Tour World
United Kingdom Aligns with United States, New Zealand Australia and More Countries in Escalating Worldwide Vape Crackdown That Could Redefine Smoking Alternatives and Public Health Policies Forever: Here’s What Happens Next - Travel And Tour World
The UK joins the US, New Zealand, Australia and others in tightening vape rules, aiming to curb youth use while balancing harm‑reduction for adult smokers.
Daily Record
Bin workers hear loud bang before lorry goes up in smoke in 'disposable vape' fire
A bin lorry in Midlothian caught fire after a loud bang, likely caused by a battery or disposable vape, prompting a safety warning.
WIS10
Richland County takes step towards indoor vaping ban
Richland County moved to extend its indoor smoking ban to include vaping and electronic smoking devices.
Metro.co.uk
'Life-threatening’ vape fires erupting in bin lorries and waste centres
Vape batteries are causing widespread fires in UK waste transport and facilities, prompting calls for stricter disposal rules.
Charleston Post and Courier
Richland County moves to limit where vaping is allowed. More regulations could follow.
Richland County is updating its smoke-free ordinance to include vaping, with possible further vape shop regulations.
Daily Tribune
BOC intercepts P137-M smuggled vape products
BOC seized P137 million of misdeclared vape shipments from China at Manila port, involving vape kits, disposables, and cartridges.
Scottish Grocer & Convenience Retailer
UK vapes industry warns of taxing times
UK vaping industry leaders will meet to discuss the impact of upcoming taxes and new regulations on the sector.
PerthNow
Brisbane man treated after vape battery fire near Byron Bay’s Main Beach
A Brisbane man suffered a minor leg burn when his vape battery ignited in his pocket near Byron Bay’s Main Beach.
Yahoo! News
Pants on fire: Vape in pocket burns man
A Brisbane man’s pants ignited near Byron Bay’s Main Beach when a vape battery and loose coins in his pocket sparked a minor burn.
2Firsts
North Carolina Adds $1,000 Vape Shop Tax and 21+ Age Verification Requirement
North Carolina imposes a $1,000 tax on vape shops and requires age verification for customers 21 and older.
Mirage News
Richmind Boosts Support for Smoking, Vaping Cessation
Richmind WA enhances smoking and vaping cessation support for clients and staff through tailored programs and environmental changes.
Malay Mail
In Dewan Rakyat today: MPs to raise LPT3 plans, crackdown on harmful vape products
MPs will debate LPT3 PPP implementation and vape crackdown, plus immigration congestion, digital health, and SUHAKAM report.
Tobacco Reporter
PA Defends Flavored Vape Law in Constitutional Challenge - Tobacco Reporter
Confidentenamibia
Profits over pupils: the billion-dollar vape scandal poisoning Namibia’s future leaders
7NEWS Australia
Boys appear in Mandurah court charged over black swan vape video
Génération sans tabac
Playful vaping applications still accessible on smartphones
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Boys face Mandurah court after allegedly slapping swan, 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
The Mirror
EastEnders star Shane Richie seen with vape at petrol station in footage taken moments before he's arrested
The Straits Times
‘No let-up on war on vaping’, says HSA chief executive; youngest abuser was 10 years old
Google News
Hundreds of vape, Kpod addicts have sought help at IMH; some lost jobs due to addiction
The Straits Times
‘Grateful to driver who reported me to police’: Ex-Kpod addict who vaped in private-hire car
The Worcester News
Connect 2 Vapes in Worcester has new owner
Evening Standard
EastEnders star Shane Richie charged with drink driving after 'expletive-ridden petrol station vaping row'
Essentially Sports
“It’s the Hypocrisy”: Ex-ESPN Host Drags Pat McAfee’s Vaping Incident Amid Backlash Over Monica McNutt’s Pedicure During Reporting
Daily Express
The quiet UK suburb that has become the ‘biggest vape market in Europe’ - 54 shops
Thesun
Association questions delay over total ban on vape
Headtopics
Vaping Is Likely Reshaping the Future of Cancer
Dailystar Co Uk
Love Island star exposes villa's biggest vape addict after major rule break
Wect News 6
Suspect sought in early morning break-in at Brunswick County vape shop
This Is Local London
Elizabeth Line Whitechapel Woman punched staff member over vaping
LBC
TfL worker 'brutally attacked' by woman asked to stop vaping at Elizabeth line station
