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Reports on R.J. Reynolds's introduction of a cigarette called Eclipse that produces smoke by passing hot, moist air through tobacco leaves rather than burning them. Ultralow tar and nicotine content; Aim of making smoking habit less burdensome to nonsmokers; ; Failure of R.J. Reynolds's earlier tobacco-containing low-smoke cigarette called Premier; Taste tests for Eclipse.

The article focuses on the advantages and disadvantages of the new Camel Orbs, a dissolvable tobacco product that looked like mints from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. in the U.S. The company claims that the product is the smokeless option of cigarettes made for adult customers. It is packed with harmless-sounding flavors to attract many kids. However, Matthew L. Myers, president of Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, warned that Camel Orbs is not safe as an alternative to cigarettes.

Reports that Peter Jennings of the ABC News is angry over the network's capitulation after being sued by R.J. Reynolds.