East Anglian Daily Times
'Shut them down': Anger over illegal vape sales in town
Suffolk police and trading standards seized over 1,000 illegal vape items in Sudbury, prompting the deputy mayor to demand shop owners selling them be shut down.
Newsbreak
Is Vaping Worse Than Cigarettes? The Truth You Need Know
Vaping heats e-liquid without combustion, avoiding tar and toxins, though nicotine addiction remains a risk.
Headtopics
Sisters Left Unconscious After Provoking Vape Laced with Zombie Drug Spice
Two 13-year-old twins were left unconscious and foaming at the mouth after unknowingly smoking a vape laced with Spice and MDMA in a sick prank.
Newschannel 5
Coffee County agencies warn stores ahead of vape sales crackdown
Coffee County law enforcement plans to crack down on stores selling vapes to minors.
Stat
No FDA permission, no problem: New flavored vape policy worries experts
The FDA announced a new policy that allows some manufacturers to continue selling e-cigarettes without authorization, sparking concerns among public health experts.
Times of India
Twin sisters found unconscious after using spiked vape in UK park
Two 13-year-old twin sisters collapsed in a UK park after using a vape allegedly laced with MDMA and spice.
The Mirror
British Airways flight chaos as passenger threatens to 'bash heads' after being caught vaping on flight
A British Airways passenger was found guilty of assault and vaping after threatening to 'bash heads' together with a couple he pushed on a flight from New York to London.
Baltimore News
FDA approves first fruit-flavored vaping products, sparking debate over youth appeal
The FDA has approved two fruit-flavored vaping products, sparking debate over their appeal to youth.
Mail Online
British Airways passenger assaulted American woman after being caught smoking a vape that 'smelled of weed' on flight from New York to Heathrow
A British Airways passenger was convicted of assault after shoving an American woman on a flight from New York to London.
Medical Xpress
New statement identifies critical gaps in the science guiding e-cigarette regulation
A new CHEST statement highlights critical scientific gaps in e-cigarette regulation and calls for urgent research.
Mylondon
BA passenger on Heathrow flight threatened American couple after vaping in toilet
A British Airways passenger was convicted for threatening an American couple after vaping on a flight from New York to London.
Express
'My daughters spent 6 hours fighting for their lives after they were handed spiked vape'
A mother claims her twin daughters were nearly killed after being given a spiked vape by other teens in a sick prank.
SunStar Publishing Inc.
DOH renews push for total vape ban
The DOH advocates for a total ban on vaping products to protect public health.
The daily Star
Bloke got so addicted to vaping that he was still puffing on the way into hospital
A man hospitalized with a collapsed lung was still vaping as he was wheeled in, despite quitting cigarettes for his daughter's health.
Gyanhigyan
Yuzvendra Chahal Faces Backlash Over Vape Video Incident
Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal faces calls for strict action after a video shows him vaping on a flight.
Cnbctv18
Trump weighs FDA chief Makary ouster amid vaping and abortion pill backlash
Trump is reportedly considering firing FDA Commissioner Marty Makary due to controversies over vaping and abortion pills.
Yahoo! News
IPL 2026: ‘Should be behind bars’- Ex-India cricketer erupts over Yuzvendra Chahal’s viral vape video
Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan calls for strict punishment for Yuzvendra Chahal after a viral video allegedly shows him vaping on a flight.
Times Now News
Ex-India Cricketer Erupts After Yuzvendra Chahal's Alleged Vaping Video On Flight
Yuzvendra Chahal faces backlash after an alleged vaping video on a flight surfaces, prompting former player Laxman Sivaramakrishnan to demand strict punishment.
Gyanhigyan
Controversies Erupt in IPL 2026 Over Vaping Incident Involving Yuzvendra Chahal
IPL 2026 is facing controversies after a video of Yuzvendra Chahal vaping went viral, prompting calls for strict action.
News18
Ex-India Star Demands Jail Term For Yuzvendra Chahal Over Vaping Row
Former cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan demands jail for Yuzvendra Chahal after a vaping video goes viral, criticizing the BCCI's fine as insufficient.
Leicestershire Live
'Barbers and vape shops are sucking the soul out of Leicestershire town high street'
A resident laments the loss of independent shops on Wigston Magna's high street, replaced by repetitive barber shops and vape stores.
Times of India
IPL 2026: ‘Should be behind bars’- Ex-India cricketer erupts over Yuzvendra Chahal’s viral vape video
Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan calls for strict punishment for Yuzvendra Chahal after a viral video allegedly shows him vaping.
Firstpost
Why Trump weighs firing US FDA chief amid turmoil over vaccine, vaping disputes
Donald Trump is reportedly considering removing FDA Commissioner Marty Makary due to controversies surrounding vaccines and vaping approvals.
Down To Earth
Britain’s u-turn on vapes upholds India’s early ban. But the country needs a more comprehensive view on tobacco control
Britain's ban on vapes for younger generations validates India's 2019 ban but highlights the need for stricter enforcement and a broader tobacco control strategy.
The Mirror Us
Trump reportedly plans to fire FDA boss after clashes over drugs and vaping
President Trump has reportedly approved a plan to dismiss FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary following policy disagreements.
WUNC News
Q&A: Young advocates pushing for new NC vape store regulations
High school and college students advocate for stricter vape store regulations in North Carolina.
The Daily Beast
Trump’s MAHA Goon Faces Axe Over Vaping Blow Up
President Trump is reportedly planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary due to his handling of flavored vapes and other policy disagreements.
Baltimore News
FDA independence in question after agency appears to bend to Trump flavored vape pressure
The FDA authorized fruit-flavored vapes for adults, reversing previous restrictions amid political pressure from Trump.
halfwheel
Report: Trump Planning on Firing FDA Commissioner Martin Makary
Donald Trump has reportedly signed off on a plan to fire FDA Commissioner Dr. Martin Makary due to disagreements over vaping regulation.
Zee News
BCCI asks Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging after Yuzvendra Chahal vaping controversy in IPL 2026
The BCCI reportedly warned Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging after a teammate's vaping incident.
Latestly
IPL 2026: BCCI Reportedly Warns Arshdeep Singh to Halt Vlogging Amid Yuzvendra Chahal Vaping Controversy
BCCI reportedly told Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging after a teammate's vaping incident.
Lokmat Times
BCCI asks Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging after Chahal vaping controversy
The BCCI reportedly warned Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging after his video allegedly showed teammate Yuzvendra Chahal vaping.
Headtopics
Letters: FDA decisions on vaccines, vaping trigger disbelief, outrage
Critics express outrage over FDA decisions blocking vaccine safety studies and approving fruit-flavored e-cigarettes.
Google News
BCCI asks Punjab Kings pacer Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging amid vaping row
The BCCI has reportedly asked Arshdeep Singh to stop vlogging following a controversy involving teammate Yuzvendra Chahal.
Firstpost
Cloud over Chahal: Viral video sparks outcry over in-flight vaping allegations
Yuzvendra Chahal faces allegations of vaping on a domestic flight, sparking a debate over airline safety and India's strict anti-vaping laws.
Somerset County Gazette
New vape shop opens its doors on Bridge Street, Taunton
A new vape shop named Mr Zero has opened on Bridge Street in Taunton.
Cnbctv18
BCCI warns IPL teams after vaping, hotel room access and dugout breaches
The BCCI issued new protocols to IPL franchises after violations including vaping, unauthorized hotel visits, and owner-player interactions.
Newsbreak
Jackson urges credit card companies to block illegal vape sales title
Attorney General Jeff Jackson urges credit card companies to stop illegal vape sales to children.
Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
Oregon Supreme Court OKs Washington County’s ban on flavored tobacco sales
The Oregon Supreme Court upheld a Washington County ban on flavored tobacco products, ruling state law does not preempt stricter local regulations.
Deccan Herald
Bengaluru still sees vape use despite ban, seizures
A survey reveals that despite a ban, vape use remains prevalent in Bengaluru.
Yahoo! News
Yuzvendra Chahal vaping on flight? PBKS spinner takes a dig at Riyan Parag controversy
Punjab Kings spinner Yuzvendra Chahal faced online backlash after a clip appeared to show him vaping on a flight, though some users argued he was holding a mist device.
Amarillo Globe-news
THC vape pens, stolen gun found in Randall County traffic stop
A man was arrested after deputies found drugs and a stolen gun during a traffic stop in Randall County.
Medical News
Adolescents view cannabis as safer than alcohol, vaping and cigarettes
Teens in California consistently see cannabis as less harmful than alcohol, vaping, and cigarettes, a trend that persists despite public health concerns.
U.S. News & World Report
FDA Authorizes Fruit-Flavored Vapes for Adults
The FDA has authorized the sale of fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults 21 and over, amid concerns about youth use.
Theguardiantheguardian
Carry on vaping, Angela Rayner: voters might just like you for it
Angela Rayner quitting vaping may be a strategic move for her leadership bid, but the author argues voters might actually prefer her authenticity.
Philstar.com
‘Total vape’ ban, proposed by DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) is proposing a total ban on vaping due to health risks.
BusinessWorld - BusinessWorld Online
FDA calls for vape promo ban
The FDA is advocating for a total ban on vape and tobacco advertisements across digital platforms to tighten regulations.
Asian Trader
Vaping Changes Continue to Hit Independent Retailers
Ongoing vaping regulation changes are affecting independent retailers, with rising costs and shifting demand impacting business operations.
ABS-CBN
Hontiveros says safeguards in vape use 'not enough' as DOH proposes total ban | ABS-CBN News
The Department of Health (DOH) is pushing for a total ban on vape.
The Washington Post
In a first, FDA authorizes fruit-flavored vapes for adults
The FDA has authorized fruit-flavored vapes for adults 21 and older for the first time, reversing years of strict regulation.
Thesun
To vape or not to vape?
The article examines workplace vaping as a potential signal of psychosocial stress rather than merely a personal choice.
Hoodline
Dunwoody’s Vape Crackdown Poised To Snuff Out Stand-Alone Shops
Dunwoody is advancing an ordinance to ban stand-alone vape shops in most commercial areas.
Atlanta News First
Dunwoody looks to ban vape shops
Dunwoody City Council is considering an ordinance to prohibit vape shops, with a final vote scheduled for May 11.
Newsmax.com
WSJ: Trump, FDA Clash Over Flavored Vape Approvals
Trump is pressuring FDA Commissioner Makary to speed approvals of flavored vapes, exposing internal clashes between political strategy and public health concerns.
The Bbc
Scotcast: Should we worry about the vape shop boom?
Scotcast examines Scotland’s 28% rise in vape shops since 2020 and asks why a major retailer supports stricter industry regulation.
The daily Star
Angela Rayner finally quits vaping after being seen using one on dinghy
Angela Rayner has quit vaping nine months after being photographed using one on a dinghy near Brighton beach.
cleveland.com
Garfield Heights moves to curb late-night nicotine sales as part of broader crackdown on vape and smoke shops
Garfield Heights enforces new operating hours and tougher penalties for vape and smoke shops to protect residents and ensure compliance.
The Star
Sheffield shop faces licence review over illegal cigarette and vape sales
Sheffield City Council will review a shop's off-licence after Trading Standards found and seized illegal cigarettes and vapes.
Yahoo! News
Angela Rayner quits vaping
Angela Rayner has quit vaping nine months after being photographed using one.
PLOS (Public Library of Science)
Identifying factors associated with vaping cessation in young adults: A machine learning and XAI approach
This study uses machine learning and explainable AI to identify factors predicting vaping cessation in young adults.
Yahoo! News
Scotland's vape capital - what's behind the boom?
Greenock, Scotland, has become a vape capital due to high demand and low barriers to entry, sparking debate over its impact on the community and public health.
BBC News
Greenock is Scotland's vape capital - but what's behind the boom?
Greenock has become Scotland's vape capital due to high demand and low barriers to entry, sparking debate over its impact on the local economy and public health.
Google News
Greenock is Scotland's vape capital - but what's behind the boom?
Greenock has become Scotland's vape capital due to high demand and profit, despite concerns about health and the town's economic decline.
WIS10
Columbia vape shop closed after owner indicted on 40+ counts related to illegal marijuana sales
Jay's Vape Shop in Columbia, SC, closed after owner Jay Kalin was indicted on 42 counts for illegal marijuana sales.
Wink News
Fort Myers Beach bans smoking and vaping on public beaches, parks
Fort Myers Beach has implemented a ban on smoking and vaping in all public parks and beaches.
Google News
Five Important Steps To Quit Smoking or Vaping That Actually Fit Your Routine
The Star
Sheffield sees surge in illegal vape seizures with more than 25,000 confiscated this year
Mail Online
Is YOUR smart vape spying on you... for China? MP raises fears
Times Now
Live Chat: 6 Top Doctors Answer Mental Health Questions Every Gen Z Parent Is Afraid To Ask
Wcvb
Doctor explains the negative effects of vaping and its link to cancer
VICE
TRE House’s Texas Peach Cobbler THCA Vape Is Bigger, Sweeter, and Mostly Delta-8
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Victoria 'failing the whole nation' in enforcement of anti-vaping measures
Dailycaller
Reversing The FDA's Vape Decision Would Hand The Market To Chinese Smugglers
Washington Examiner
Michael Bloomberg’s war on vaping puts criminals over consumers
Dailystar Co Uk
Missing nuclear lab mum found 'skeletonised' with gunshot wound to head after vape row
akron.com
Fairlawn set to enact regulations for smoke, vape shops
Medical News
Vaping devices and flavors affect genes differently
Warringtonguardian Co Uk
Warrington vape shop owner taken to court following environmental crackdown
The Straits Times
Indonesia arrests Australian woman in Lombok for ‘medical’ cannabis in vape
Arizona Capitol Times
Vendors beware: New Arizona law aims to crack down on underage vape sales
Wesa
Pittsburgh City Council advances rules for new vape shops, though existing stores unaffected
Daily Record
Linlithgow’s Lib Dem councillor plans to call for greater controls on vape shops
News-Medical
TikTok promotes a thriving illicit vaping culture among young people
Google News
Queensland crackdown cuts illicit tobacco and vape shops, but black market adapts
Vice News
MOOD’s Purple Afghani Vape Is the Rare Disposable That Doesn’t Feel Disposable
