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After years of legal battles and health concerns, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Juul Labs approval to sell some of its electronic cigarettes in the United States. The authorization comes with conditions, as the agency stressed that the products are not necessarily safe and will
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The Township of North Bergen in New Jersey has implemented a comprehensive new ordinance regulating tobacco and nicotine-delivery product sales, making it the most aggressive in the state in protecting local youth from illegal tobacco sales. The ordinance, which went into effect on August 1, 2025, requires all tobacco retailers
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An 18-year-old student, identified as the "prophet of justice," has been granted home detention bail by the Supreme Court of South Australia after being charged with making repeated violent threats against the Glenunga International High School. The alleged threats, which were sent via email between November 19, 2024,
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In a 7-2 majority decision, the Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated the principle of a young person's presumed diminished moral blameworthiness, making it more difficult for judges to sentence youth offenders convicted of serious crimes as adults. The court ruled that Crown prosecutors must prove beyond a
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing application for Juul menthol and tobacco flavored e-cigarettes, sparking concerns from the American Lung Association that this decision will further harm youth. The FDA's announcement comes despite the American Lung Association's calls for the removal
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing application for Juul menthol and tobacco flavored e-cigarettes, sparking concerns from the American Lung Association (ALA) about youth vaping and addiction. Despite Juul's history of targeting youth with flavored products and high levels of nicotine, the FDA has
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The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) decision to allow the sale of Juul menthol e-cigarettes has raised concerns about the potential impact on nicotine addiction among youth and other populations. The American Heart Association (AHA) has long advocated for the removal of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol,
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the importance of tackling youth unemployment, a primary challenge facing the nation, with large-scale programs to provide young people with income opportunities, skills development, and work experience. In his 2025/2026 financial year budget address, the President emphasized the significance of education in fighting
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has been a vocal critic of e-cigarette products that target children, and his latest statement reflects his deep concern about the potential harm these products can cause. As the co-founder of the bipartisan Congressional Caucus to End the Youth Vaping Epidemic, Krishnamoorthi has been at the forefront
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The FDA has allowed vaping brand Juul to keep its e-cigarettes on the market, providing relief to a company that has struggled for years after being widely blamed for sparking the teen vaping trend. The decision applies to both tobacco-and menthol-flavored versions of the reusable product, which works with nicotine-filled
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Seven senior secondary pupils are experiencing different aspects of council services during their 17-month internships, gaining skills and insights into various roles within the local authority. The young people are benefiting from one-to-one support and guidance from council mentors and are participating in joint activities, including a life-saving training course
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The Food and Drug Administration has authorized Juul e-cigarettes for the U.S. market, ending a lengthy standoff with regulators and lawmakers who have accused the company of spurring an epidemic of e-cigarette use among youths. The agency has required Juul to prove that its products are "appropriate for
