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A dignified end, chosen in advance

Published: 30 Apr. 2025, 01:01 Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI   Shin Sung-sik   The author is a welfare specialist reporter at the JoongAng Ilbo.     “The Pope always said he wanted to close his eyes for the last time at home. In the end, …

Tourists smoking and drinking in national park draw anger

An online video showing foreign tourists smoking and drinking alcohol on the open waters off Phi Phi Island in Krabi province has drawn widespread public disapproval. Social media users have called for action after viewing the clip posted on Facebook. In …

Stakeholders mobilise to defend industry as WHO prepares ‘evidence-based’ study on illicit duty-free tobacco

INTERNATIONAL. Travel retailers, supported by the Duty Free World Council and industry associations, are stepping up their engagement with authorities around the world against the backdrop of a threat to duty-free tobacco led by the World Health …

“You Should Probably Stop Smoking” – Carlos Prates Gets a Hard-Hitting Advice From Ex-UFC Vet After Loss to Ian Garry

“I’ve spent more time smoking than not smoking. So, for me, it’s normal. I smoke before the fight, on fight day, it’s just normal,” Carlos Prates told Full Send MMA ahead of his UFC Kansas City showdown with Ian Garry. ‘The Nightmare’ has been terrorizing …

No more littering: Toss cigarette butt, pay Rs 500

BBMP to enforce scientific disposal of cigarette and beedi butts, urges proper handling to curb pollution; experts warn these toxic butts decompose slowly It’s not just smoking in public places that will attract penalties anymore — even discarding …

“Stop smoking” - Former UFC lightweight contender expresses his concern over Carlos Prates’ smoking habit after UFC ...

Ian Machado Gary and Carlos Prates. Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC Carlos Prates suffered his first-ever defeat in the UFC after Ian Machado Garry secured a unanimous win over the fighter at UFC Kansas City on April 26, 2025. Prates kicked off his UFC …

Pan-Cancer CHRDL1 Study Highlights Lung Cancer Role

In a landmark study recently published in BMC Cancer, researchers have unveiled pivotal insights into the role of Chordin-like 1 (CHRDL1) across a broad spectrum of cancers, highlighting its critical function in lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD). CHRDL1, a …

Carlos Prates handed brutal reality check about his cigarette smoking habits following UFC Kansas City loss to Ian Garry

As welterweight contender Carlos Prates faced his first loss in the UFC against Ian Machado Garry, concerns about the negative impact of his smoking habit on his performance have surfaced once again. Prates is known to be a heavy smoker, lighting up eight …

Data: Taxes on Tobacco & Related Products Made up 2.2% of India’s Gross Tax Revenue in 2023–24

Tobacco plays a significant role in India, not just in people’s lives, but in the country’s economy too. India is the second-largest producer of tobacco in the world, after China. Tobacco not only supports millions of livelihoods but also brings in …

Roswell Park Expert to Share Promising Results on New Immunotherapy Approach in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Highlights Investigational drug shows activity in anti-PD1-resistant lung cancer Targeting adenosine may enhance effectiveness of immunotherapy Favorable safety/tolerability profile observed Newswise — BUFFALO, N.Y. and CHICAGO — Patients with advanced …

New Cancer Risk Data Suggest Hitting Pause on CT Scans

This transcript has been edited for clarity.  Hello. I’m Dr David Johnson, professor of medicine and chief of gastroenterology at Eastern Virginia Medical School and Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia.  The projected lifetime cancer risks from CT …

Woman arrested for putting cigarette out in man’s eye: Brunswick Hills Township Police Blotter

BRUNSWICK HILLS TOWNSHIP, Ohio Assault, Center Road A woman was arrested at 11:18 a.m. March 30 for allegedly putting a lit cigarette out in her neighbor’s eye during an argument. The man said the woman shoved the cigarette into his eye, and the woman said …

San Bernardino and Riverside Counties Top List of Most Polluted Areas in U.S., According to American Lung Association

Last Updated on April 29, 2025 by BVN Overview: San Bernardino and Riverside Counties in California have been ranked as the most polluted counties to live in due to ozone and particle pollution, according to the American Lung Association’s annual “State of …

Video of woman smoking on Jeju bus ignites public outrage

Published: 28 Apr. 2025, 10:44 A video uploaded on social media shows a woman speaking Chinese smoking a cigarette on a bus. [SCREEN CAPTURE]   A video showing a woman, believed to be a Chinese tourist, smoking on a city bus in Jeju has triggered public …

Inside Liverpool's EPL triumph celebration: Cigars, dance moves, non-alcoholic beers and more (WATCH)

synopsis Liverpool secured their 20th Premier League title with a resounding 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. This win equals Manchester United's record and marks a new era under manager Arne Slot. Liverpool have emerged as the 2024-25 Premier …

Sandoz inks license agreement with Henlius for Yervoy biosimilar

Sandoz has signed a global collaboration agreement with Shanghai Henlius Biotech to commercialize a biosimilar of oncology therapy, ipilimumab (Bristol-Myers Squibb’s Yervoy). The agreement is for a total consideration of up to $301 million, including an …

Women admit to working at illegal tobacco stores making $10m a year

Illicit cigarette market surges nearly 20% to 1.16 bn sticks in 2024

Legal cigarette market share hits new low of 20% Rs. 118 bn estimated as loss to state coffers in potential tax revenue  CTC urges moderate and proportionate tax policies Illicit cigarettes continued to erode the tobacco monopoly of Ceylon Tobacco Company …

Coalition Urges Malaysia to Reject Bans, Criticizes WHO’s Stance on Tobacco Alternatives

CAPHRA urges Malaysian authorities to reject counterproductive bans on vaping and adopt risk-proportionate regulations KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates ( …

MAKE Wellness Announces Executive Lineup to Manage Expansion and Innovation

Seasoned Industry Executives Join Health And Wellness Company To Continue Rapid Growth ST GEORGE, UT, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MAKE Wellness, founded by entrepreneur and multi-faceted business leader Justin Prince, has …

Vietnam Equestrian Club Expands Rider Base by Raising Weight Limits This Summer

DA NANG, HOI AN, VIETNAM, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Vietnam Equestrian Club is excited to announce that they will be expanding their rider base this summer by raising the weight limits for horseback riding. This decision comes …

Renowned Leadership Expert Nancy Gunter to Speak at SHRM25 in San Diego

Renowned leadership expert Nancy Gunter will bring actionable insights on Positive Intelligence to SHRM25, helping leaders boost resilience and team success. TULSA, OK, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renowned Leadership …

WISH I HAD KNOWN: A Sports Parent's Playbook For Reducing Time, Money and Stress

A new ebook and paperback by Denise Meridith offers some relief to families of athletes PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The televised NFL Draft seemed even more entertaining than usual this year. It is always fun …

Beating Cravings Naturally: The Rise of Eco-Friendly Proteins

Eco-friendly proteins like cricket powder offer a natural way to curb cravings, build muscle, and support sustainable, clean nutrition. AUSTRALIA, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world embraces healthier living and sustainable choices, a new …

Jolly Cannabis Returns to Champs Atlantic City 2025

Launching New Products, Fresh Packaging, and Next-Level Innovation ATLANTIC CITY, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Launching New Products, Fresh Packaging, and Next-Level Innovation Jolly Cannabis is excited to announce its …

Clinical Team at All Florida Orthopaedics Pursuing Medical Education

High Percentage of Clinical Staff Pursuing Medical and PA Programs Reflects Commitment to Education and Excellence in Patient Care. SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All Florida Orthopaedics is proud to …

Rose Bowl Aquatics Center Launches Water Safety Month with Community Wide Events and 35th Anniversary Celebration

RBAC's 2025 Water Safety Month celebrates 35 years of teaching life-saving water skills and promoting drowning prevention. PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center (RBAC) proudly …

Swing Control Unveils 2025 Mother's Day Gift Guide with Style that Speaks to Every Mom.

- Celebrate Her Confidence and Style On and Off the Course with Swing Control’s Curated Collection of Most-Loved Looks - MONTRĖAL, CANADA, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just in time for Mother’s Day, Swing Control, the sophisticated golf …

Recruiting for Good Launches Meaningful Travel Gifting Reward 'Love to Celebrate Mom' With Trips to Party in Tuscany

Recruiting for Good is funding Program Girls Use Their Voice for Good; and is rewarding referrals to companies hiring professional staff with travel gift cards. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for …

The Stretch Loft Expands Wellness Footprint with New Bethesda Location and Enhanced Healing Programs

BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Stretch Loft, a premier stretch therapy and wellness studio founded by holistic healer Ben the Baptist, announces the upcoming opening of its third location in Bethesda, …

Lucas Blantford Dominates Kart Championship Round 2 with Elite Capital Backing

BANBURY, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mr. Adrian Blantford, Principal Manager of Lucas Blantford Racing Team, announced today that Lucas Blantford delivered a career-best performance at Round 2 of The Kart …

HitCheck and Healthy Roster Partner to Streamline Concussion Assessments and Athlete Health Management

Integration simplifies EHR workflows, supports faster decisions, and prioritizes athlete brain health SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HitCheck and Healthy Roster Partner to Streamline Concussion Assessments …

Reimagining Preventative Health: F45 Training and Dietitian Live Announce Groundbreaking Partnership

Partnership expands access to tailored nutrition support for F45 members nationwide MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dietitian Live, a leading U.S. telehealth company providing personalized dietitian services, …

EGR Baseline Fender Flares: Proudly Made in America, Built for the Toughest Trucks

EGR is proud to manufacture the Baseline Fender Flare lineup in the USA, delivering rugged protection, precision fitment, and bold, American-made style. ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EGR is proud to announce …

Therasage Celebrates the Healing Power of Mothers with Wellness Innovations for 2025

Therasage honors mothers and highlights new wellness innovations designed to support vitality, healing, and resilience at home in 2025. CALIFORNIA , CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Mother's Day approaches, …

Keizer’s Volcanoes Stadium to become Roto-Rooter Park

Volcanoes Stadium in Keizer, Oregon, has been renamed Roto-Rooter Park following a new partnership with Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup KEIZER, OR, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Volcanoes Stadium, immediately …

Aptia Group Kicks Off Aptia Serves at Inaugural Aptia Annual Summit with Sensory Bag Activity for Autism Awareness Month

Aptia team members and colleagues participated in a service project for Autism Awareness Month, assembling sensory bags for the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aptia, a specialist in …

Orange County Makapo Aquatics Project Receives $50,000 Grant from The Hartford

Company surprises local athlete with custom-fit sports equipment NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Orange County Makapo Aquatics Project, a non-profit organization based in Irvine, California, was recently …

NBA Legend Jerome 'Junk Yard Dog' Williams Brings Shooting for Peace to Woodson High School in D.C. on May 29, 2025

NBA legend Jerome "Junk Yard Dog" Williams' Shooting for Peace Comes to Woodson High School, D.C. to empower youth through mentorship, basketball & education. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …