British American Tobacco (NYSE: BTI) has caught the eye of dividend investors with its impressive 8.6% yield. This figure stands in stark contrast to the 1.2%...
Author: David Johnson
Canada’s Big Tobacco Lawsuit Set to Yield Only a Fraction of Original Claims
Canada’s landmark lawsuit aimed at holding major tobacco companies accountable for decades of public and individual harm is nearing a conclusion that promises the public...
Victoria Considers Ending Automatic License Suspension for Drivers Testing Positive for Cannabis
Victoria is contemplating significant changes to its driving laws, potentially allowing medicinal cannabis users to retain their licenses even after testing positive for THC, provided...
Denver Leaders Reopen Debate on Flavored Tobacco Ban to Protect Youth
Denver’s city council is once again weighing the proposal to ban flavored tobacco products, including flavored nicotine items, aiming to tackle rising addiction rates among young...
VALD-Ghana Urges Regular Excise Tax Adjustments on Tobacco to Combat Inflation
VALD-Ghana is pushing for periodic updates to tobacco excise taxes to keep up with inflation and maintain their effectiveness in reducing consumption. Inflation and currency shifts...
Over 20 Kentucky Businesses Secure Medical Cannabis Licenses Ahead of 2025 Legalization
In a major step forward for medical cannabis in Kentucky, the state held a license lottery this week, awarding licenses to 26 cultivator and processor businesses....
Prenatal Cannabis Exposure Linked to Developmental Challenges in Children, Study Shows
As cannabis becomes increasingly accessible due to legalization, healthcare providers are raising alarms over its potential impacts on vulnerable populations—including unborn children. A new study published...
Major Drug Bust in Bulacan Nets PHP18 Million in Marijuana and High-Value Target
In a significant victory against drug trafficking, police in the Philippines arrested a high-value individual (HVI) and seized an estimated PHP18 million worth of high-grade marijuana...
JTI Unveils New Ploom X Vape in Seoul: A Bold Move in Vaping Innovation
Models showcased the latest Ploom X vape device from Japan Tobacco International (JTI) at the Fairmont Ambassador Seoul on Monday. With JTI Korea General Manager David...
StateHouse Receiver Says Cannabis Receiverships on the Rise
The receiver for StateHouse Holdings has reported a significant increase in the number of cannabis companies entering lender default receiverships. This trend highlights the growing financial...