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
Why has it been so difficult to create smoke-free areas in Indonesia? The answer lies in the way laws are made
Indonesia's Ministry of Health estimated to have 69.1 million smokers, the third largest number in the world behind only China and India.
Sat Feb 17 2024
MPs, senators should be role models and quit smoking, says Lukanisman
Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the matter should be given attention by Senate and Parliament as many of their members are heavy smokers.
Wed Dec 13 2023
Britain to encourage smokers to swap cigarettes for vapes
The British govt said it will be funding a new national 'swap to stop' scheme the first of its kind in the world.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Smoking cannabis may be more harmful to lungs than tobacco: Study
Higher rates of airway inflammation and emphysema, a chronic lung disease were discovered among regular cannabis smokers.
Thu Nov 17 2022
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
Tobacco and smoking products control bill does not affect country's economy - Khairy
The Tobacco and Smoking Products Control Bill 2022 which aims to create a GEG, referring to individuals born on Jan 1, 2007 onwards and are non-smokers, will not affect the country's economy.
Sat Jul 30 2022
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
Number of smokers worldwide shrinking: WHO
WHO urges countries to step up control measures further to kick deadly tobacco addiction.
Thu Nov 18 2021
Inconsiderate smokers irk visitors at Melaka tourist hotspots
There is an apparent increase in the number of inconsiderate smokers lighting up at food premises and tourist hotspots in the state.
Fri Oct 22 2021
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
US comedian and non-smoker Kathy Griffin to undergo surgery for lung cancer
American comedian Kathy Griffin said that she had been diagnosed with lung cancer although she has never been a smoker.
Tue Aug 03 2021
Pandemic a good time to quit smoking, say experts
During the smoking process, smokers injure the lining of their airways and lungs and make themselves more susceptible to the virus.
Mon May 31 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
Smokers at greater risk of severe complications from COVID-19
The findings show that smokers are almost twice as likely to develop severe complications than non-smokers.
Wed Apr 28 2021
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024