Dramatic scenes in Canberra as the Albanese government faces fierce opposition scrutiny over its proposed cosmetic surgery crackdown and controversial tobacco excise hike. Get the full breakdown of the political firefight.
The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.
Exclusive investigation uncovers how organised crime is flooding Melbourne with illegal, tax-free tobacco products, costing taxpayers millions and funding criminal enterprises.
British American Tobacco (BAT) shares dropped sharply after the Biden administration announced plans to ban menthol cigarettes in the US, sparking investor concerns over future revenues.
Tobacco companies are exploiting the metaverse to promote smoking and vaping to children, bypassing real-world regulations. Experts warn of dire health consequences and call for urgent virtual safeguards.
New data reveals stark regional disparities in smoking rates across the UK, with some areas showing significantly higher tobacco use than others.
A startling new report shows UK residents consume a staggering 78 million cigarettes every day, with significant regional variations. Discover the hotspots and health implications.
The UK Trading Standards body raises alarms as nicotine pouches resembling sweets are being marketed to children, sparking calls for stricter regulations.
UK inflation surges unexpectedly to 4% in December, driven by rising tobacco and alcohol prices. Experts warn of prolonged cost-of-living pressures as the Bank of England faces tough rate decisions.
A coalition of nations, spearheaded by Australia and Canada, is advocating for a worldwide ban on fossil fuel advertising, drawing parallels to tobacco restrictions. The proposal is set to be a key topic at the upcoming COP28 climate summit.