Illinois Hikes Tobacco & Vape Taxes to 45% in New Budget
Illinois’ new budget increases the effective tax rate on all tobacco products, including vapes and e-cigarettes, to 45% to boost state revenue.
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With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
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UK Disposable Vape Ban: Your Essential Guide to the New Rules, Penalties & Travel
The landscape of vaping in the United Kingdom is on the cusp of a significant transformation. Starting this Sunday, June 1st, 2025, a nationwide ban on the sale and supply of single-use disposable vapes will come into effect across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. This landmark legislation, part of the broader Tobacco and Vapes […]
Russia Smoking Rates: Chechnya Lowest, Far East High
The Chechen Republic has the lowest prevalence of smoking in Russia at just 0.2%, followed by Ingushetia (6.17%) and Kabardino-Balkaria (10.31%), according to March 2025 data from the Central Research Institute for Organization and Informatization of Health (CRIOI) of the Russian Ministry of Health. Other regions with low smoking rates include Karachay-Cherkessia (11.18%) and the […]
World No Tobacco Day 2025: Quit Smoking, Save Lives
Every year on May 31st, the global community unites for World No Tobacco Day. It’s more than just a date on the calendar; it’s a powerful, worldwide call to action, a moment to spotlight the profound and often devastating effects of tobacco use and to galvanize efforts encouraging people everywhere to quit for good. Whether […]
Vaping Laws in Connecticut – Is it Legal to Vape in Connecticut?
Updated: Jun / 2025 Connecticut has established a robust and evolving framework of laws to regulate the sale and use of vaping products, including e-cigarettes, vape pens, and other electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Driven by a strong commitment to public health, particularly the prevention of underage access and use, the Nutmeg State combines strict […]
France to Ban Smoking in Most Outdoor Public Spaces from July 2025
France is set to implement a significant expansion of its smoking ban, prohibiting smoking in most outdoor public places starting July 1, 2025. The new law aims to protect the public, particularly children, from secondhand smoke and further denormalize tobacco use.
Brazil’s Health Minister Opposes E-Cigarette Legalization
Brazil’s Minister of Health, Alexandre Padilha, has firmly positioned himself against the legalization of e-cigarettes and similar vaping devices. Speaking at a World No Tobacco Day campaign launch in Brasília on May 28th, Padilha emphasized his support for maintaining the National Health Surveillance Agency’s (Anvisa) existing ban (RDC 46/2009, reinforced by RDC 855/2024) on the […]
Why Are Disposable Vapes Getting Banned in the UK?
The United Kingdom is set to implement a significant change in its vaping regulations with a ban on the sale and supply of single-use disposable vapes. This new law, effective from June 1st, will apply across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, impacting both physical shops and online retailers. The ban encompasses all disposable vapes, […]
BAT Reaffirms “Smokeless World” Vision on World No Tobacco Day
On World No Tobacco Day, British American Tobacco highlights its strategy to shift adult smokers to non-combustible alternatives by 2035, detailing sustainability and innovation efforts.
Puebla Ranks 2nd for Young Smokers and Vapers in Mexico
Puebla ranks 2nd in Mexico for young adult smokers; UPAEP study also reveals high e-cigarette use among state’s youth despite national sales ban.