In Southaven, the city’s Board of Aldermen is deliberating on an amendment to the zoning ordinance that aims to impose further restrictions on the locations of future vape and smoke shops. This decision comes as a response to the rapid expansion of these stores throughout the city. We will examine the reasons behind the proposed restrictions, the opinions of key stakeholders, and the potential impact on Southaven’s retail landscape.

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On March 22, Taiwan enacted a vaping ban, leading to the closure of 15 out of 44 vape shops in Kaohsiung City, according to the city’s Department of Health. The amended regulations to Taiwan’s Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act have had significant effects on businesses, consumers, and the vape industry as a whole. In this article, we will explore the various aspects of this ban and its impact on the community.

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A European Commission public consultation on the legislative framework for tobacco products is underway and will accept responses until May 16. The consultation—the second part of a process that began in 2022—launched in late February.

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Since joining the General Assembly, State Senator Julie Morrison has been on a mission to end tobacco use among teens. In 2019, she successfully passed a law that raised the state’s tobacco age limit to 21. After dedicating herself to fighting smoking, Morrison has shifted her focus to vaping.

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Ispire Technology, a prominent vape company, has successfully closed its initial public offering (IPO) with a whopping gross proceeds of $18.9 million. What does this mean for the company, and what can we expect from this trailblazer in the vaping industry? Let’s dive in and discover more about this remarkable achievement.

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On March 29, President Surangel Whipps Jr. signed a law comprehensively banning the importation, advertising, sales, and use of electronic cigarettes in Palau, making them illegal.

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This report covers the latest updates on the global tobacco industry, including news on electronic cigarettes, nicotine bans, and investment plans by major companies such as PMI and Altria. The article provides insights into regulatory changes in various regions, such as Europe and Asia, and reports on the financial performance of industry players like Huabao International and China Botton. If you’re interested in keeping up with the latest trends and developments in the tobacco industry, this article is for you.

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Vape manufacturers producing liquid or gel products containing nicotine in Malaysia must register their manufacturing activities with the Customs Department by April 30 to avoid compounds. The government has imposed an excise tax of 40 sen per millilitre on electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) liquid or gel containing nicotine from April 1. Read more about the new regulations on vaping in Malaysia.

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Starting tomorrow(04/01/2023), vape liquids with nicotine content will be taxed at 40 sen per millilitre in Malaysia, according to a federal government gazette notice released today. The new excise duty is part of the government’s effort to tax liquid or gel products containing nicotine.

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Disposable e-cigarettes flavoured like sweets and fruits could be banned under plans to crack down on Britain’s child vaping epidemic. The move could target nicotine-filled devices such as Elf Bars — which are hugely popular among teenagers. Neil O’Brien, the minister for public health, will reportedly begin to ask for evidence to justify the clampdown on such vapes in the next few days.

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