British Government's Smoking Ban Proposal

The British government is pushing for a smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking, aiming to create the first smoke-free generation by 2027. The bill would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009. The plan faces opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party, with critics arguing it goes against personal freedoms and could lead to a black market.

Impact of Drought on Zimbabwe's Tobacco Production

Zimbabwe, Africa's largest tobacco producer, is facing a sharp decline in harvests and quality due to a drought blamed on climate change and worsened by the El Niño weather phenomenon. Small-scale farmers, who rely on rain, are the most affected.

Crackdown on Illegal Sale of Vaping Products

Legislation aimed at cracking down on the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes to young people and keeping unauthorized vaping products out of stores won passage in the Kentucky House. The bill would require businesses to acknowledge their involvement in tobacco product sales, with fines for violations.

New Zealand Repealing Tobacco Sales Ban Law

New Zealand will repeal a law banning tobacco sales for future generations, with the toughest anti-tobacco rules in the world set to be scrapped, drawing criticism for the potential impact on health outcomes.