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Tobacco industry aims to hook new generation on vapes, WHO says

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
New Zealand set to scrap world-first tobacco ban

New Zealand set to scrap world-first tobacco ban

Set to take effect from July, the toughest anti-tobacco rules in the world would have banned sales to those born after Jan. 1, 2009.
Tue Feb 27 2024
Illegal to sell nicotine products to minors after anti-smoking Bill passed - SFC

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
MOH to table smoking products bill in this parliamentary session - Dr Zaliha

MOH to table smoking products bill in this parliamentary session - Dr Zaliha

Dr Zaliha Mustafa said this is to deal with the loophole of excluding nicotine gel from the list of poisons under the Poisons Act 1952.
Wed Nov 22 2023
Ministry of Health launches survey on MySejahtera app to gather feedback on Generational Endgame (GEG)

Ministry of Health launches survey on MySejahtera app to gather feedback on Generational Endgame (GEG)

The GEG effectively create a generation of Malaysians who will be protected from nicotine addiction.
Wed Oct 11 2023
[COLUMNIST] Urgent need for vape regulation: A transition from traditional cigarettes

[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
[COLUMNIST] Generation End Game - Best way forward

[COLUMNIST] Generation End Game - Best way forward

Policymakers needs to bite the bullet and embrace new technology in nicotine delivery to wean society off harmful cigarettes, Tun Zaki said.
Tue Apr 18 2023
Vape tax moderate approach to regulate smoking products - PM Anwar

Vape tax moderate approach to regulate smoking products - PM Anwar

Pm Anwar said the government also remained firm in prohibiting smoking in places such as schools and Parliament.
Tue Apr 04 2023
Nicotine replacement products categorised as non-poison from today - Khairy

Nicotine replacement products categorised as non-poison from today - Khairy

The MOH has declared nicotine replacement products as 'non-poison', paving the way for over-the-counter sales to help smokers quit smoking.
Thu Oct 06 2022
Smoke without fire? Researchers question heated tobacco products

Smoke without fire? Researchers question heated tobacco products

HTPs are often confused with e-cigarettes, which heat liquid that can contain nicotine but do not involve tobacco leaf.
Thu Jul 21 2022
US seeks to drastically cut nicotine content in cigarettes

US seeks to drastically cut nicotine content in cigarettes

If successful in its aims, the US shape a future where cigarettes are no longer responsible for addiction and debilitating disease.
Sat Jun 25 2022
Inclusive dialogue, compromise needed to address issues impacting society today - Philip Morris

Inclusive dialogue, compromise needed to address issues impacting society today - Philip Morris

Around three-quarters of nicotine consumers want policymakers to consider their views when deliberating on tobacco and nicotine regulations.
Wed Jun 15 2022
Import duty of nicotine gum should be lowered, exemption considered

Import duty of nicotine gum should be lowered, exemption considered

The 15 pct import duty imposed on nicotine gum products should be lowered or total exemption provided as the products help smokers to quit smoking, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said.
Fri Apr 22 2022
Puff e-cigarettes are popular with teenagers but have doctors concerned

Puff e-cigarettes are popular with teenagers but have doctors concerned

These e-cigarettes might appear harmless and are claimed to be tobacco-free but they contain synthetic nicotine.
Fri Mar 25 2022
FDA authorises first e-cigarette, cites benefit for smokers

FDA authorises first e-cigarette, cites benefit for smokers

The vaping device from R.J. Reynolds can help smokers cut back on conventional cigarettes.
Wed Oct 13 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

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 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

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

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

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

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