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.
Hawaii News Now
New Hawaii laws tighten rules on vapes, ban disposable e-cigarettes
Hawaii lawmakers ban disposable e‑cigarettes and tighten vape regulations to curb youth use and reduce waste.
Tobacco Reporter
UKVIA Forum Targets Vaping Policy Challenges - Tobacco Reporter
UKVIA will present research on the Vaping Products Duty’s impact, covering consumer behavior, cessation, illicit trade, and flavor preferences.
The Guardian
My handbag burst into flames – and I found a surprising bright side
A vape battery sparked a handbag fire, melting keys and a niece's photo, but the owner sees a STEM silver lining.
Rnz Co Nz
Vape shop numbers 'seem to be getting out of control' - mayor
Wairoa mayor Craig Little urges councils to limit vape shop numbers to curb proliferation and protect youth.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | BP, Marathon and Valero Warn U.S. Gas-Station Stores: Illegal Vape Sales Could Bring Heavy Fines and Card-Processing Limits
BP, Marathon and Valero warn U.S. gas stations that selling illegal vapes could trigger heavy fines and loss of card-processing services.
Newsbreak
Ice Spice’s rep says she and Tobey Maguire were sharing a vape, not kissing - NewsBreak
Rep denies kissing rumor, says Ice Spice and Tobey Maguire were just sharing a vape at Rubin’s party.
EWN
Should SA's Tobacco Bill treat vaping differently?
South Africa's Tobacco Bill could regulate vaping as a less harmful alternative to cigarettes.
Hoodline
Sonoma Man Busted In Alleged Snapchat Vape Deal With 12-Year-Old
A 21-year-old Sonoma man was arrested for attempting to sell a marijuana vape pen to a 12-year-old via Snapchat.
Travel And Tour World
Strict Vaping Prohibitions in Thailand: What All You Need To Know
Thailand enforces a nationwide vaping ban, with strict penalties including fines, confiscation, and up to five years imprisonment, so travelers must avoid bringing e‑cigarettes.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Chinese Disposable Brands OXBAR, LYCO Challenge Vuse and JUUL: Pennsylvania’s Pending List Offers a Glimpse of the Future Legal Vape Market
Pennsylvania's June 26 pending list shows Chinese disposable brands OXBAR and LYCO joining Vuse, JUUL, and others, highlighting shift to regulatory access.
Google News
Explosions heard and shops evacuated after vape sparks council van fire
A council waste van caught fire after a used vape ignited it, causing explosions and evacuations in Singleton Centre, Ashford.
The Guardian
Majority of UK smokers wrongly believe vaping is as harmful as cigarettes, experts find
Over half of UK smokers mistakenly think vaping is as harmful as smoking, hindering quit attempts.
Lancashire Telegraph
Blackburn to rule on who should and who shouldn’t be vaping
Blackburn council will decide vaping rules, limiting use to adult smokers quitting, while targeting youth prevention.
Mothership.
Man seen shaking while allegedly vaping in SAFRA Jurong toilet, member of public calls for ambulance
A man was seen shaking while allegedly vaping in a SAFRA Jurong toilet, prompting a public call for ambulance and hospital transfer.
Génération sans tabac
Contre-Feu denounces aggressive marketing of vaping products and demands neutral packaging
Anti-smoking group Contre‑Feu criticizes e‑cigarette marketing targeting youth and urges plain packaging to curb nicotine addiction.
Brussels Morning
Is FDA Vape Enforcement Increasing in US Stores?
The FDA is tightening vape enforcement in U.S. stores, urging retailers to remove unauthorized products and improve compliance.
The Tab
Dished: Here’s everyone who is smoking and vaping in the Love Island 2026 villa
Former Islander Namibia reveals which contestants in the Love Island 2026 villa were smoking or vaping.
AL.com
Alabama Supreme Court upholds state law regulating sales of vapes
The Alabama Supreme Court upheld a 2025 state law restricting vape sales, rejecting claims it conflicts with federal authority.
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Supreme Vape Revenue Rises 15% Despite UK Disposable Vape Ban
Supreme's vaping revenue grew 15% to £148.1 million despite the UK's disposable vape ban.
Dailystar Co Uk
'My man went out for a vape and found a hot new lover – he's having best sex of his life'
A woman confronts her ex who left for a new lover, and seeks advice on moving on.
Coventry Telegraph
Labour vow to tackle illegal shops slammed as 'word salad' in Reform attack
Coventry council pledges to crack down on illegal vape shops and mini-marts, but Reform councillors criticize the plan as vague.
Daily Record
Vaping could be banned within 15m of schools in Scotland
Scotland may ban vaping within 15 metres of schools to protect children’s health.
Mail Online
Tax-free new-builds for migrants, the 'godfather' of people smuggling running a Leicester vape shop and we can't even deport a grooming gang kingpin... why I fear Britain is lost: RICHARD LITTLEJOHN
Don’t say you weren’t warned. When the Government announced last October that migrant hotels were being closed, I told you there was no cause for celebration.
cleveland.com
Maple Heights extends moratorium on new vape shops through end of 2026
Maple Heights extends its moratorium on new vape and tobacco shops through Dec. 31 to address youth vaping and develop permanent regulations.
Daily Express
Former Border Force chief urges Labour to change these 3 things to stop new asylum crisis
Former Border Force chief Tony Smith proposes three key changes to prevent an asylum crisis following reports of a convicted smuggler in the UK.
Grimsby Telegraph
Summit on tackling illegal tobacco and vape sales 'extremely productive'
North East Lincolnshire Council convened a summit with police and regulators to address illegal tobacco and vape sales, aiming to strengthen enforcement and close loopholes.
South China Morning Post
China treats pet anaesthetic as strictly as fentanyl after youth abuse spikes
China has banned tiletamine, a veterinary anesthetic, following a sharp rise in recreational use among young people.
conveniencestore.co.uk
Campaigners question Government’s consultation on vaping’s future
2firsts.com
JTI Proposes 25-Cent Irish Cigarette Tax Increase, Says It Could Raise €45 Million
Forecourt Trader
Retailers urged to have their say on vape packaging and hidden displays as consultation nears end
2firsts.com
UK-Listed Consumer Goods Group Supreme Sees Vape Duty as Potential Consolidation Opportunity, Holds FY27 Outlook
2firsts.com
2FIRSTS | IVG Parent Secures HMRC Excise Warehouse and Duty Stamp Approvals Ahead of UK Vape Tax
Shaw Local
Illinois scientists say lead concentrations in vape liquids pose health and environmental risks
2firsts.com
2FIRSTS | Ispire Q4 Revenue Rebounds 33% but Full-Year Sales Still Fall 25% as FY2027 Focus Shifts to Malaysia Manufacturing, ODM, Nicotine Pouches and Age Verification
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | EU Tobacco Tax Reform Targets November Push as Sweden Holds Nicotine-Pouch Minimum at €20 per Kilogram
2Firsts
2FIRSTS | Kumulus Vape2026 H1 Revenue Falls 8.3% but Profit Rises 24% as B2B Weakens and Consumer Channels Grow
South Bend Tribune
Where's the relief for Hoosier EV, hybrid owners? | Letters
Straitstimes
6 admit being part of group that stored nearly 58,000 vape items in Lentor, Sembawang ‘warehouses’
The Grocer
Supreme CEO ‘confident’ in face of vaping duty’s margins blow
businessmole.com
“IVG, a subsidiary of Acme Vape Ltd, obtains HMRC authorizations in preparation for significant UK vaping tax update”
Windhoek Observer
An emerging tobacco product ban is as good as its regulation – Windhoek Observer
Mail Online
What's really under the counter at the vape shop: The elaborate hidden chambers dodgy shop owners use to stash illicit goods
Hoodline
Aurora Council Approves Permit Targeting Vape Shops, Liquor Stores in Poor Areas
Philstar.com
ProGRESS and vape regress
Hoodline
Westchester Closes Vape Loophole, 4+ Covered Devices Presumed Intended for Illegal Sale
Hartford Courant
CT vape shop employees accused of selling controlled substances that led to severe reaction for customer
WIS10
Richland County Council approves vape ban
