A Danish study of nearly half a million pregnancies suggests that bending forward and walking extensively at work in early pregnancy may increase miscarriage risk. Each extra hour of forward bending was linked to a 36% higher risk, and each hour of walking to an 18% higher risk.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni received praise from G7 leaders after revealing she quit smoking a month ago. The 49-year-old's decision was met with encouragement from figures like Ursula von der Leyen and Sanae Takaichi, with some sharing their own experiences with quitting.
Hot mic moments at the G7 summit revealed leaders discussing lighter topics like sports, cigarettes, and the weather, alongside serious global issues. Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's decision to quit smoking received congratulations, while Canadian PM Mark Carney inquired about nicotine patches.
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Artist David Hockney, who died at 88, was known for his lifelong love of smoking and his vocal opposition to smoking bans. His painting 'Play within a Play within a Play and Me with a Cigarette' sparked controversy with Paris Metro authorities, and he frequently wrote to newspapers advocating for smoking as an inalienable right. Despite health issues, including a mini-stroke, Hockney continued to paint, with his final works reflecting warmth and dignity.
Artist David Hockney, who died at 88, was a vocal defender of smoking, viewing it as a matter of personal freedom and artistic expression. His painting "Play within a Play within a Play and Me with a Cigarette" sparked controversy with Paris Metro authorities over advertising regulations, highlighting his lifelong stance against "bossiness." Hockney often drew parallels between the societal tolerance of homosexuality and the intolerance shown towards smokers, advocating for smoking as an inalienable right.
Hong Kong proposes new fire safety amendments, including a smoking ban at construction sites, following the deadly Wang Fuk Court inferno. The rules take effect July 17 after Legco approval.
Chinese researchers found that high tea consumption may amplify the link between smoking and accelerated biological aging. The study, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, indicates that smokers who also drink a lot of tea have more than double the risk of accelerated biological aging compared to non-smokers who don't drink tea.
Baden-Württemberg has implemented stricter smoking bans in public outdoor spaces, including playgrounds and public transport stops. While some welcome the move for protecting non-smokers, others criticize it as excessive regulation, with Tübingen's mayor vowing not to enforce it.
Baden-Württemberg, Germany, has enacted stricter smoking laws, banning smoking at outdoor pools, playgrounds, bus/tram stops, theme parks, and zoos. Hotels can no longer offer smoking rooms. Vaping and e-cigarettes are also included in the ban.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen drew criticism for comparing children's social media use to smoking. She later apologized, emphasizing children's online vulnerability, as Denmark considers banning social media for under-15s.
Hong Kong health authorities have introduced an AI chatbot developed by a local university to assist smokers in quitting, alongside free nicotine patches and traditional Chinese medicine “ear seeds”. The initiative comes after the city missed its smoking reduction target despite having one of the lowest smoking rates among developed economies at 8.5 percent.
An eye doctor warns that smoking significantly increases the risk of cataracts due to free radicals and heavy metals damaging the eye's lens. Quitting smoking can slow progression and improve surgical outcomes, though existing cloudiness is irreversible.
Taipei City Councilor Hung Wan-chen criticized the Health Bureau for unclear responsibilities regarding smoking room maintenance. She questioned the bureau's claim of not knowing about private sector involvement, citing a recent response stating no adoption matters were in place. Hung also pointed out discrepancies in budget allocation and the classification of smoking rooms as road-related projects.
An exhibition in northern NSW explores the history of smoking, from its prescription by doctors to its status as a social norm. Artefacts from 1900 to the present day highlight past practices and attitudes, including doctor endorsements and marketing tactics.
A doctor warns that new smoking products like e-cigarettes and heated tobacco are not healthier than traditional cigarettes and can severely harm male reproductive health. Nicotine, present in all these products, causes erectile dysfunction, penile shortening, decreased libido, poor sperm quality, and cardiovascular issues.
A 10-year study of over 32,000 people found that quitting smoking reduced dementia risk by 16%. Benefits increased over time, especially for those who maintained a moderate weight post-cessation.
In China, women like Hilda Wang are confronting men smoking in public and posting videos online. While some encounters escalate to arrests, others are seen as a positive step towards quitting.
Alice Capsey's unbeaten 74 led England to a seven-wicket victory over New Zealand in their T20 series opener. Capsey's career-best score helped England chase 137 with 16 balls to spare, as the team prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
A new report from the Oxford Longevity Project claims individuals are responsible for at least 80% of their ill health in old age, challenging the belief that physical decline is inevitable or state-dependent. Experts debate the report's focus on personal choice versus societal factors.
Hong Kong will ban smoking at construction sites from July 17 following a deadly blaze. Amendments to existing ordinances will designate sites as no-smoking areas, with fines for workers and contractors.
The World Health Organization (WHO) presented the "World No Tobacco Day Award" to Hong Kong's Health and Medical Services Bureau, recognizing the city's achievements in tobacco control. Daily smoking rates among those 15 and older have fallen to a historic low of 8.5% in 2025.
Two women in China attempt to alter the deeply ingrained cigarette smoking culture, discussed with NPR's Steve Inskeep.
Cigarette butts will be considered “strong evidence” of a possible breach under a proposed construction site smoking ban, Hong Kong’s labour chief has said, even as he sought to reassure contractors that preventive measures could shield them from the maximum HK$400,000 (US$51,070) fine. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-Han revealed further details about the ban in an interview with the South China Morning Post held amid an inquiry into the deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze, which heard...
