Maldives bans import and use of e-cigarettes
The Maldives has become the latest country to implement a ban on electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes).
Tue Oct 15 2024
Customs seize electric scooters, beedis, cigarettes and plast scrap worth RM121.65 mln
Norlela Ismail said for the confiscation of used electric scooters, her team found the goods has no import permit after seizing a container.
Mon May 27 2024
Tobacco industry aims to hook new generation on vapes, WHO says
Big tobacco companies and new entrants have begun offering smoking alternatives such as vapes, which they say are aimed at adult smokers.
Fri May 24 2024
Eric Clapton's 'Wonderful Tonight' guitar up for sale, cigarette burns included
Among its listed distinguishing marks are burns on the headstock, left by the cigarettes Clapton stuck under the strings.
Tue May 14 2024
New Zealand's smoking ban goes up in smoke
New Zealand has overturned laws that would have banned the sale of cigarettes to future generations, the government said on Thursday, reported German news agency (dpa).
Thu Feb 29 2024
Ban on vape sale stays in Johor
Ling Tian Soon said action would be taken against business premises caught selling vape.
Mon Feb 05 2024
E-cigarettes around the world
WHO has urged governments to treat e-cigarettes, also known as vapes, similarly to tobacco and ban all flavours.
Fri Dec 22 2023
Foreigner, Orang Asli among six detained for selling smuggled cigarettes, liquor
A foreigner and an Orang Asli man were among the six individuals detained by the Customs Department for selling various types of smuggled cigarettes and liquor.
Tue Dec 19 2023
Ban flavoured vapes, WHO says, urging tobacco-style controls
The WHO called for changes, including bans on all flavouring agents like menthol, and the application of tobacco control measures to vapes.
Thu Dec 14 2023
Illegal to sell nicotine products to minors after anti-smoking Bill passed - SFC
The sale and supply of poison including nicotine to children would be illegal as provided under Section 13 of the Bill.
Wed Dec 06 2023
[COLUMNIST] Urgent need for vape regulation: A transition from traditional cigarettes
In the ongoing discussions surrounding Generational End-game (GEG), significant developments have emerged.
Fri Oct 06 2023
France to ban disposable e-cigarettes, PM says
French President Emmanuel Macron also aims to make all 20-year-olds tobacco-free by 2030.
Mon Sep 04 2023
Report customs duty evasion and get 10 pct reward - Ahmad Maslan
Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the goods included cigarettes, liquor and vehicles with the identity of the informant being kept confidential.
Wed Jul 19 2023
GEG: MOH to study control on use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes simultaneously
There are a few more things about community service and reviews regarding GEG against vaping products, Lukanisman Awang Sauni said.
Wed Jun 21 2023
Switzerland to ban tobacco advertising aimed at young people
Smoking remains relatively widespread in Switzerland with 9,500 people dying prematurely every year as a result of tobacco consumption.
Thu May 25 2023
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024