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David Hockney, Artist Who Defended Smoking, Dies at 88
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David Hockney, Artist Who Defended Smoking, Dies at 88

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.

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David Hockney, Artist Who Challenged Smoking Bans, Dies at 88
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David Hockney, Artist Who Challenged Smoking Bans, Dies at 88

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.

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Taipei City Councilor Criticizes Health Bureau Over Smoking Room Maintenance
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Siyaset·24.05.2026AI özeti

Taipei City Councilor Criticizes Health Bureau Over Smoking Room Maintenance

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.

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Cigarette butts ‘strong evidence’ of smoking ban breach at work sites: Chris Sun
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11.05.2026

Cigarette butts ‘strong evidence’ of smoking ban breach at work sites: Chris Sun

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...

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SCMP Economy
Golden Week crush shows Hong Kong needs top-down ecotourism policy, experts say
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05.05.2026

Golden Week crush shows Hong Kong needs top-down ecotourism policy, experts say

Hong Kong should adopt a top-down, comprehensive ecotourism policy to safeguard the city’s natural attractions, with a designated authority taking the lead, experts have urged, after a surge in Labour Day “Golden Week” visitors overwhelmed ecologically sensitive spots. The call on Monday came after a viral video showed a Mandarin-speaking tourist smoking a cigarette in front of the press and claiming he had confirmed with law enforcement officers that smoking was allowed at the beach of Ham Tin...

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SCMP Economy
‘Golden week’ crush shows Hong Kong needs top-down ecotourism policy, experts say
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05.05.2026

‘Golden week’ crush shows Hong Kong needs top-down ecotourism policy, experts say

Hong Kong should adopt a top-down, comprehensive ecotourism policy to safeguard the city’s natural attractions, with a designated authority taking the lead, experts have urged, after a surge in Labour Day “golden week” visitors overwhelmed ecologically sensitive spots. The call on Monday came after a viral video showed a Mandarin-speaking tourist smoking a cigarette in front of the press and claiming he had confirmed with law enforcement officers that smoking was allowed at the beach of Ham Tin...

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SCMP Economy