Minnesota Retailer Bets on Electronic Cigarettes
As electronic cigarettes fight for respect and recognition, one Minnesota retailer is hoping that the relatively new industry spells success for his store. Anoka resident Steven Ryan has so much hope that he is putting all his eggs in one basket. Last month, Ryan opened the eCigs Shop, and as the name implies, it not only specializes in electronic cigarettes, but that is the only product it sells, as reported by KSTP. According to the store’s website, Ryan smoked two packs a day for 23 years. He tried his first electronic cigarette in 2007, and although he describes that experience as a failure, he tried again three years later and has not smoked a cigarette since October 2010. Electronic cigarettes are tobacco-free devices that combine the use of battery-powered heat and a glycerin-based … Read entire article »
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Thailand Monopoly seeking partner
The Thailand Tobacco Monopoly (TTM) wants to pursue overseas markets by entering a joint venture with a global company, according to a Bangkok Post story quoting managing director, Torsak Chotimongkol. Torsak said a joint venture with a multinational would bring knowledge of technology and management to help TTM improve its operations, especially in respect of quality tobacco for more up-market products. “We have a very small share in the upper market: only 0.06 per cent,” he said. If TTM could not improve its efficiency, Torsak added, it would have no potential beyond being just a production base for a foreign brand name, such as the Philippines was the base for Philip Morris. Potential did exist, however, for TTM to export to Laos, Burma and Cambodia. But Torsak said the state enterprise needed to restructure its … Read entire article »
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OLYMPIC FANS TO STUB IT OUT
OLYMPICS chiefs are sparking controversy by banning smoking in outdoor areas. The ban will cover spectators standing up as well as those in seats. And it is expected to cover the entire 102-hectare London Olympic Park. Fans in non-covered areas watching events including rowing at Dorney Lake, Bucks, and sailing off the Dorset coast will also be forbidden from lighting up. An Olympics spokesman said last night that smoking would not be allowed in any ticketed areas. So thousands of people watching equestrian events at London’s Green-wich Park, archery at Lord’s and beach volleyball at Horse Guards Parade will be hit by the ban. The spokesman said it would be impossible to impose the ban on people lining non-ticketed public roads to watch the marathon. He added: “Whether we will have any designated smoking areas is still under … Read entire article »
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New Anoka Store Sells Only Electronic Cigarettes
Electronic cigarettes didn’t seem to catch on after their Twin Cities debut two years ago. But an Anoka man is betting they will now, thanks to improved technology and falling prices. Steven Ryan opened the eCigs Shop in Anoka last month. The store specializes in and only sells electronic cigarettes. Electronic cigarettes are tobacco-free. They don’t emit an offensive odor and according to Ryan cost about one-tenth the price of the real thing. Ryan first tried electronic cigarettes because after trying everything from acupuncture to the nicotine patch to stop smoking, he was still a two-packs-a-day smoker. Ryan said, “This is for those people who have tried everything and they are basically stuck on cigarettes.” Newer devices come in a variety of shapes and styles. Some look like cigarettes, some like cigars, some even resemble cell … Read entire article »
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Roll-your-own smoke shops under fire
There is no place in the U.S. more expensive to smoke than New York City, where the taxes alone will set you back $5.85 per pack. Yet, addicts who visit Island Smokes, a “roll-your-own” cigarette shop in Chinatown, can walk out with an entire 10-pack carton for under $40, thanks to a yawning tax loophole that officials in several states are now trying to close. The store is one of a growing number around the country that have come under fire over their use of high-speed cigarette rolling machines that function as miniature factories, and can package loose tobacco and rolling papers into neatly formed cigarettes, sometimes in just a few minutes. The secret to Island’s low prices is simple: Even though patrons leave carrying cartons that look very much like the Marlboros … Read entire article »
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Why Do People Smoke?
Why Do People Smoke? Everyday millions of Americans are smoking cigarettes. But why? We all know that smoking is bad for us, there’s no denying it. So why is it that these millions of people continue to smoke? Why do people smoke in general? I highly doubt all of them smoke without some sort of reasoning behind it. Most people have some sort of logical reason as to why they smoke. I do agree that smoking is really bad for you but I also believe that we shouldn’t ram our opinions down other peoples throats, so I will keep this “Why Do People Smoke” as unbiased as possible. Even with the addiction of nicotine, there are psychological reasons of why people smoke. Why Do People Start To Smoke? Curiosity, Expression, Maturity We begin … Read entire article »
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Smokin’ Joe Namath Gives Puffers An Illicit Itch On LIRR Platforms
As numerous studies have shown, smoking cigarettes is one of the coolest activities in the world. The only thing cooler than smoking is taking illicit puffs after a lushy celebrity tells you not to. After a smoking ban on LIRR platforms went into effect yesterday, the Post found a smoker who was lighting up with gusto, despite the audio announcements telling him it was illegal. “Joe Namath just told me I couldn’t smoke, so I wanted to,” a 28-year-old man said at the Hicksville station. No word on whether Katie Couric will track him down and tell him what an awful person he is. Another smoker called the ban “bullshit,” saying, “They’re already hiking up our prices. I’m still going to smoke.” Sure you could whip out your smartphone and play … Read entire article »
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Green Smoke Contributes to FireHouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
Green Smoke contribution to FireHouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to be presented Sunday, November 20th at the NASCAR 2011 Ford 400 at the Homestead-Miami Speedway. Green Smoke® the leading provider of electronic cigarettes, is proud to announce that they will present a donation to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation during a special trackside ceremony on Sunday, November 20th at the 2011 NASCAR Ford 400 race at Homestead-Miami Speedway, Miami, FL in honor of October Fire Awareness Month. Executive Director Robin Peters will be accepting the donation on behalf of the non-profit organization. During October Fire Awareness Month, a percentage of all Green Smoke® starter kit sales was set aside to donate to the FireHouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Additional donations were also raised at the Green Smoke® Celebrity Style Lounge … Read entire article »
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Labor braced for tobacco court challenge
THE government is bracing itself for a High Court challenge after its plain tobacco packaging laws passed through federal parliament with the opposition’s support today. British American Tobacco has warned it would begin legal action in the High Court once the measures passed through the parliament to protect its intellectual property and defend the value of its brand. Health Minister Nicola hailed the passage of the world first laws as a “great day for Australia”. She accused tobacco companies of being “addicted to litigation”, appealing to them to respect the will of the parliament. “Both houses and all parties have supported this legislation, it’s time now to get on with the implementation and to make sure we can continue to reduce smoking rates across the country,” Ms Roxon said in Canberra today. Under the … Read entire article »
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Health Sciences Center officials still uncertain of tobacco ban’s savings
OU Health Sciences Center officials are not sure if its campuswide smoking ban has saved money, but they said it has helped reduce the number of smokers. The center banned all tobacco products in July 2005, according to its handbook. OU President David Boren is attempting to create a similar ban for the Norman campus, citing the desire to cut cleanup costs, save insurance money and be a model of good health. Landscaping employees estimate a smoking ban would save $45,000, according to Daily archives. However, HSC Dean Gary Raskob does not know if smoking saved the HSC campus any money in landscaping costs. “I would anticipate they would be similar to what Norman is projecting to be saving,” Raskob said. The center also was unable to determine if smoking had an impact on employee … Read entire article »
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Japan’s Tobacco Farmers Stunt privatization Plan
TOKYO—A long-term plan by Japan’s government to raise about $24 billion to help fund rebuilding efforts after the March 11 earthquake and tsunami has been cut back by a few thousand farmers summoning their political influence to save their livelihood—growing tobacco leaf. First touted in September, the plan drawn up by Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda’s Democratic Party of Japan to sell the state’s 50% stake in Japan Tobacco Inc. in a two-stage process is a relatively small element of a package to raise ¥12 trillion, or about $150 billion, to finance rebuilding after the disasters. But tapping long-standing support from Japan’s biggest opposition party, the Liberal Democratic Party, the rapidly dwindling group of farmers—expected to fall to about 6,000 next year—has put up resistance stiff enough to oblige the government, at least … Read entire article »
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Australia: Big Tobacco Legislation Passed
CANBERRA, Australia — The Australian government said Thursday it is ready to fight big tobacco companies in court to enact the world’s toughest laws on cigarette promotion – rules that would ban logos and other advertising on cigarette packs. The Senate passed in an amended form legislation on Thursday that would prohibit tobacco companies from displaying their distinctive colors, brand designs and logos on cigarette packs in a bid to make smoking less attractive to the young. The legislation is expected to become law with the House of Representatives accepting the amendment later this month. Cigarettes would be sold in drab, olive green packs, with brand names dwarfed by health warnings and graphic images of smoking’s consequences. The government said that the laws will come into force in December 2012. Tobacco giants argue that … Read entire article »
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