Four major US tobacco companies have filed a suit against the government's food and drug watchdog over new requirements that cigarette packs, cartons and advertising must display graphic warnings by September 22, 2012.
One third of Europeans smoke and it is believed 650,000 people die each year across Europe as a result of smoking-related diseases. New York City has just voted to ban smoking in parks, on public beaches and even in Times Square. Should Europe follow suit? Where do you draw the line between public health and personal liberties?
Spanish bar owners are gritting their teeth Sunday as the country’s new smoking ban comes into effect. Formerly a smokers’ haven in Europe, the new regulations will make Spain one of the EU’s strictest anti-tobacco members.
Cigarette prices go up six per cent in price today in France. Is it enough to reduce the number of smokers or just a smokescreen for filling state coffers? One paper fumes: just what use is the price increase? That’s the focus in today’s French press review: MONDAY, 8TH NOVEMBER 2010
Cigarette prices go up six per cent in price today in France. Is it enough to reduce the number of smokers or just a smokescreen for filling state coffers? One paper fumes: just what use is the price hike? That’s the focus in today’s French press review: MONDAY, 2ND NOVEMBER 2010
Finland has just become the first country in the world to make a law aiming to eradicate smoking entirely. The government has introduced a bill which aims to make Finland smoke-free by 2040. On October 1st, the first measures of the so-called Tobacco Act were introduced, making it harder for people under 18 to smoke, and restricting smoking outdoors. And tougher measures are to come. But can Europe follow the lead?
Europe’s most nicotine addicted citizens will be banned from lighting up indoors as of today, after a law banning smoking in enclosed spaces came into effect.
Today we are celebrating World "No Tobacco" Day and discussing the anti-tobacco measures introduced in different countries. Are they efficient enough to persuade people to smoke less or to quit completely?
In this edition: in Libya, Gaddafi celebrates its 40 years in power despite the Lockerbie scandal; during Ramadan, Algeria enjoys a fasting break; and Ramadan is also a good opportunity to quit smoking.
