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
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
PMI achieves female representation target: 40 pct of women in managerial positions
There are 46 pct female leaders in the workforce and an almost equal representation of both genders in the management team.
Tue May 31 2022
Philip Morris Malaysia marks three years of its smoke-free journey
As of September 30, there were an estimated 115,000 total IQOS users in Malaysia.
Thu Nov 25 2021
Will we still be smoking cigarettes in 10 years' time?
Governments and tobacco industry companies have stepped up their anti-smoking messaging and initiatives this year.
Mon Nov 01 2021
PMI calls for science-based discourse on smoke-free alternatives
New international survey reveals misinformation is leading to confusion about smoke-free products.
Wed Oct 27 2021
Philip Morris to stop cigarette sale in Japan within 10 years
Conventional cigarettes are set to be phased out in Japan within 10 years, according to tobbaco giant Philip Morris.
Sat May 08 2021
WHO tells governments to reject Philip Morris-funded smoking foundation
The U.N. health body said there was a conflict of interest in a tobacco firm funding such research - drawing a sharp rebuke from the Foundation's head who said his work was independent.
Thu Sep 28 2017
Electronic Marlboro sucks smokers away from Japan Tobacco
Marlboro maker Philip Morris International says its e-cigarette has rapidly captured close to 3 percent of Japanese tobacco sales.
Fri Aug 12 2016
Uruguay wins case against US tobacco firm
Philip Morris reacted by saying "we respect" the verdict, which is binding in any case.
Sat Jul 09 2016
Philip Morris pleads not guilty to huge Thai tax dodge
Tobacco giant Philip Morris on Monday pleaded not guilty to dodging hundreds of millions of dollars in import tax to Thailand, a crime carrying a massive fine of up to $2.27 billion.
Mon Apr 25 2016
Marlboro smokers should get cancer screening, jury told
Philip Morris USA should pay for annual chest scans for thousands of longtime Marlboro smokers in Massachusetts because the company sold a defective and unreasonably dangerous product, a lawyer said.
Wed Feb 10 2016
Former 'Marlboro Man' star dies at 85: funeral home
A cowboy who became one of the most recognizable faces of Philip Morris tobacco's iconic "Marlboro Man" advertizing campaigns has died, funeral home officials said Thursday.
Fri Jan 16 2015
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 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
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