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The article discusses three different topics related to advertising. The first topic is about Rohit Shetty being announced as the brand ambassador for Snickers, with a new TV commercial featuring him mentoring a boy at a driving school. The second topic is about the Union Health Ministry in India planning to instruct the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to stop displaying hoardings advertising smokeless tobacco at cricket venues, in order to reduce youth exposure to tobacco products. The third topic is about Korean beauty brand INNISFREE signing actress Wamiqa Gabbi as its first brand ambassador in India, aiming to amplify the brand's presence and connect with a wider audience. [Extracted from the article]

The document titled "Ban on tobacco consumption in Jammu & Kashmir's Katra town" reports that the Jammu administration has implemented a ban on the sale, possession, and consumption of cigarettes and other tobacco products in the town of Katra. This initiative, launched on World No-Tobacco Day, aims to preserve the sanctity of the religious site visited by numerous pilgrims each year. The ban also extends to the sale, possession, and consumption of meat and liquor in Katra and surrounding areas. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the efforts of the Ohe• láku group, a team dedicated to the cultivation and preservation of white corn, a significant crop for the Oneida tribe. The group emphasizes the cultural and spiritual responsibility they have towards their sustenance, and they have developed programs to involve individuals and families in their work. They are working to meet the increasing demand for white corn by acquiring more land, mechanizing their harvest, and developing their own commercial kitchen. The article also mentions the Annual Tobacco Blessing at Wequiock Creek, which included performances and updates on the ongoing restoration efforts. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents an interview with Achala Talati, discussing the NYC Department of Health's tobacco initiatives, including campaigns like "You quit, you win," addressing smoking inequities, promoting the New York State Quitline, and highlighting events like Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

According to a report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the use of e-cigarettes among U.S. high school students has decreased from 14.1% in 2022 to 10% in 2023. However, the majority of these students still use flavored products, which are known to attract and retain young users. The report also shows a decrease in overall tobacco product use among high school students, with 540,000 fewer students using tobacco products in 2023 compared to 2022. The most commonly used nicotine product among middle and high school students in 2023 was e-cigarettes, followed by cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products. The report emphasizes the importance of ongoing efforts to prevent tobacco use among young people and to help those who already use tobacco products quit. [Extracted from the article]

Philip Morris International has exceeded market expectations for first-quarter profit and revenue due to strong demand for its heated tobacco product and Zyn nicotine pouches. The company's flagship heated tobacco device, IQOS, has been instrumental in its efforts to generate more revenue from alternatives to traditional cigarettes. Shipments of IQOS units grew by 20.9% in the first quarter, surpassing the company's forecast. In other news, Turkish grocery delivery company Getir is considering selling its online shopping platform, n11, as part of discussions with investors on a new roadmap. Getir experienced significant growth during the COVID-19 pandemic and reached a valuation of $12 billion two years ago. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the issue of the illegal tobacco trade in Canada. The RCMP has identified 175 criminal organizations involved in this trade, which is not only a domestic issue but also a financial boon to organized crime and terrorist organizations worldwide. The trade has expanded across the country, particularly in British Columbia and Alberta, due to the high revenue potential. The article highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement and taxation policies in addressing this issue, and emphasizes the need for a multifaceted approach to effectively combat the illegal tobacco trade. [Extracted from the article]

British American Tobacco (BAT) has reported a pretax loss for 2023 due to a write-down of its U.S. cigarette brands. The loss was largely driven by an impairment of £27.6 billion, with £27.3 billion relating to pressure on traditional cigarette brands in the U.S. BAT has been affected by smokers switching to cheaper brands and a rise in illegal disposable vapes. Despite this, BAT has backed forecasts for growth in 2024 and plans to divest part of its stake in Indian conglomerate ITC. The company expects the global tobacco industry volume to decline around 3% in 2024. [Extracted from the article]

TAKEAWAY: There was a significant shift over time toward an increasingly favorable perception of cannabis; more respondents reported cannabis was "somewhat safer" or "much safer" than tobacco in 2021 than 2017 (44.3% vs. 36.7%; P < .001), and more believed secondhand smoke was somewhat or much safer for cannabis vs. tobacco in 2021 than in 2017 (40.2% vs. 35.1%; P < .001). Participants were asked about safety of smoking cannabis joints vs. tobacco cigarettes and not to compare safety of other forms of smoked and vaped cannabis, tobacco, and nicotine. [Extracted from the article]

Tobacco bonds, which are backed by cigarette sales, have defied the odds and continue to thrive despite high rates and declining smoking rates. These bonds were created in the late 1990s when American tobacco companies agreed to pay $206 billion over 25 years to U.S. states and territories in exchange for giving up future legal claims. However, payments are tied to the number of cigarettes sold, which has been in decline. Despite this, tobacco bonds have performed better than the average municipal bond, with a 10-year total return of 134%. While it is unlikely that cigarette unit sales will recover, tobacco bonds can still be an interesting hedge in a bond portfolio, offering tax benefits and potential protection against future inflation. [Extracted from the article]

Hugh Cullman, a longtime executive at Philip Morris, passed away at the age of 100. Cullman was part of a prominent tobacco family and spent over 30 years at Philip Morris, selling cigarettes and defending the industry against claims of health risks. He played a key role in Operation Berkshire, a collective strategy among major tobacco companies, and served as the first chairman of the International Tobacco Information Center. Despite the changing public opinion on smoking, Cullman remained devoted to the tobacco business. [Extracted from the article]

British American Tobacco (BAT) has experienced a significant decline in the number of U.S. smokers and is now facing financial challenges as a result. BAT's shares fell 9% after announcing a £25 billion impairment for some of its U.S. tobacco brands. The company recognizes that its U.S. combustible business will be much smaller than expected in the future due to the declining number of cigarettes sold each year. Smokers are switching to illicit disposable vapes, and BAT plans to focus on its smoke-free business to generate revenue. However, heavy investment in innovation may impact profits and dividends. [Extracted from the article]

British American Tobacco (BAT) is writing down $31.5 billion on its U.S. cigarette business due to declining sales and the rise of cheaper alternatives. This charge is one of the largest corporate write-offs in recent history. BAT's performance in the U.S. has been hindered by smokers switching to nonpremium brands and the increase in illegal disposable vapes. The company plans to invest more in noncombustible products, such as e-cigarettes and heated tobacco devices, and aims to generate up to 50% of its revenue from noncombustibles by 2035. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the rejection made by shareholders of Godfrey Phillips India on the company's proposal for a related party transaction to annually export unmanufactured tobacco worth up to 1,000 crore rupees to Philip Morris Products SA.

The article discusses California's lawsuit against major energy companies, including Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron, for concealing the environmental damage caused by fossil fuels and draws parallels with the legal actions taken against Big Tobacco in the past.

The article reports on the efforts of the U.S. tobacco industry to resist any initiatives to lower nicotine levels. Topics mentioned include the use of vaping as an alternative, a 2020 law that would ban the sale of flavored-tobacco products such as menthol, and the response of the California Coalition for Fairness to the flavor ban.

In the article, the author discusses he move by the U.S. Surgeon General to designate flavored electronic cigarettes (e-cigarette) as an epidemic. Also cited are the possible adverse effects of e-cigarettes on children, how major tobacco companies allegedly targeted African American and brown communities, and the claim by opponents of menthol tobacco bans that such action is racist or discriminatory.

The article reports that Gladys Kessler, a federal judge who issued a historic ruling in 2006 finding that the tobacco industry violated civil racketeering laws for decades by deceiving the public about the health hazards of smoking, has died at the age of 85.

The article informs that the residents in Bowie, Maryland, are organizing to protest a 24/7 tobacco store that recently opened in the Pointer Ridge Shopping Center, concerns for public health and business/property values as reasons to oppose this business.

Juul Chief Executive K.C. Crosthwaite and other Juul executives traveled this month to Switzerland, where Japan Tobacco and Philip Morris are based, to discuss Juul's newly expanded options, some of the people familiar with the matter said. Keywords: wsjcorp; kwexclusive; Computers/Consumer Electronics; Personal Electronics; Tobacco Products; Cigarettes; Trusts/Funds/Financial Vehicles; Consumer Goods; Consumer Electronics; Electronic Cigarettes EN wsjcorp kwexclusive Computers/Consumer Electronics Personal Electronics Tobacco Products Cigarettes Trusts/Funds/Financial Vehicles Consumer Goods Consumer Electronics Electronic Cigarettes N.PAG N.PAG 1 01/30/23 20230126 NES 230126 E-cigarette maker pursues sale, investment or alliance with Philip Morris, Japan Tobacco or Altria Graph: Juul in December agreed to pay $1.7 billion in a settlement covering over 5,000 lawsuits. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents the report "Broken Promises to Our Children: A State-by-State Look at the 1998 Tobacco Settlement" released by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, which states Tennessee ranks amongst the top 5 of states in the U.S. who are continuing to shortchange programs.

The article reports that the U.S. California tobacco prohibition is in place, and some Camel and Newport items are billed as newly fresh or crisp non-menthol version.

The article reports on ban upheld by Delhi High Court on storage, manufacture and sale of gutka, flavored tobacco and pan masala in the city citing its impact on public health.

The article presents the discussion on tobacco products manufactured, imported, or packaged on or after December 1, 2022 now having new display image with a warning written on the pack "Tobacco causes painful death."

The article reports on the California law banning flavored tobacco that was allowed by the U.S. Supreme Court, giving no reasons and dissents in its brief order.

The authors offer insights on a bill proposed by the government of Westchester County, New York to end the sale of flavored tobacco products, and comments on the argument by opponents of the bill that it will lead to further criminalization of children and members of the community.

The article reports on the lawsuit filed by cigarette maker R. J. Reynolds to prevent the implementation of California's law banning flavored tobacco in the state after voters approved the ban during the 2022 U.S. election.

The article reports on how the challenges facing the major technology firms like Facebook as of October 2021 are similar to that of the tobacco industry in the past. Topics include the comments of U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Cynthia Lummis on Facebook's predicaments, the efforts by Congress and the federal government to assess proposals to regulate the technology industry, and the lawmakers' advancement of stricter laws for child privacy and security.

The article highlights that FoodTech start-up, BioBetter, Ltd., has assigned a new role for the much-maligned Nicotiana tabacum plant upon discovering it can overcome the greatest hurdle in cultured meat—that of scaled production.

The article reports that the Supreme Court has sought response to plea that challenges order of Madras High Court quashing notification of May 2018 prohibiting sale of gutkha and tobacco based products.