The Tobacco Plus Forum, held in Schaumburg, Illinois, brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of the back bar in convenience stores. The forum highlighted...
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Tobacco Free Florida Leads Cleanup Effort on Okaloosa Island
Tobacco Free Florida, a bureau of the Florida Department of Health, recently organized a cleanup event on Okaloosa Island as part of their annual statewide coastal...
Tobacco Distribution in Georgia: High Turnover, Low Margins, and Significant Cash Flows
The tobacco distribution business in Georgia is characterized by low margins but high turnover, allowing companies to generate significant free cash flows. This dynamic enables these...
New Law to License Only ‘Fit and Proper’ Tobacco Sellers in NSW
In a bid to curb the rising tide of illegal tobacco sales, a new law has been proposed in New South Wales (NSW) that would require...
MoHFW Releases Draft Anti-Tobacco Rules for Streaming Services
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has released a draft amendment to the anti-tobacco rules, targeting over-the-top (OTT) streaming services. These new regulations, part...
Sept. 20, 2024: Marijuana Criminalization, Whale Meat, Elders Over 100, Shogun and Japanese Sushi
In today’s roundup of trending news from Japan, we explore a diverse array of topics including the upcoming criminalization of marijuana, the resurgence of whale meat,...
Marijuana Field Destroyed, More Cocaine Seized in Belize
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug activities, Belizean authorities have destroyed a large marijuana field and seized additional parcels of cocaine. The operations, conducted by...
Question in Light of School District Budget Deficit: ‘Where is the Marijuana Money?’
As the Clark County School District (CCSD) faces a potential budget deficit, community members are raising critical questions about the allocation of marijuana tax revenue. Despite...
Federal Court Upholds Employer’s Zero-Tolerance Marijuana Policy
In a landmark decision, a federal district court has upheld an Illinois employer’s right to enforce a zero-tolerance marijuana policy, even in the face of state...
Series of Prosecutions Begins for Illegal Cigarette and Vape Sales
New Zealand is taking a firm stance against illegal cigarette and vape sales, with a series of prosecutions targeting retailers who violate the Smokefree Environments and...