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Washington lawmakers have tried to ban flavored vape products before. This time, they’re also going after menthol cigarettes. OLYMPIA, Wash — A bill filed for consideration by Washington lawmakers would ban the sale of flavored tobacco and nicotine products in the state – this includes flavored vape cartridges and menthol cigarettes.  The legislation, HB 1203, was filed on Wednesday. It would also ban newer products that pair the act of consuming tobacco or nicotine with a gaming component.  The bill text specifically cites how the tobacco industry is targeting young people and people of color with their product marketing and…

Snakes and other strange items intercepted at TSA checkpoints Snakes and other strange items intercepted at TSA checkpoints 03:06 Frequent flyers know what not to bring on a flight, but some travelers still come up with creative ways to bypass Transportation Security Administration officials.The TSA released its annual list of “best catches” this week and the majority of the discoveries include strange ways people attempted to bring drugs and weapons on board planes. A growing number of Americans are bringing guns to the airport, CBS News previously reported, but not all of them are found inside a LEGO box or a…

IDAHO FALLS – A local lawmaker is drafting a bill aimed at keeping vaping products away from teens. Rep. Jerald Raymond, R-Menan, tells EastIdahoNews.com there have been a rising number of deaths from teens across the state who used vaping products laced with fentanyl or other illicit drugs. County officials throughout Idaho brought this to his attention about three years ago. Among them is Valley County Coroner Scott Carver. Carver saw a steady increase in these types of deaths between 2021 and 2023. The number of deaths peaked at six in 2023, he says. RELATED | ‘Nic Sick’ documentary raises…

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (WSOC) – A vape store owner is accused of raping a 15-year-old girl twice in exchange for vapes.Authorities say this is not the first time the man has asked minors for sex in exchange for vapes.According to court documents, the owner of Mo’s Vape and Tobacco in Kannapolis, North Carolina, sent a message to a 15-year-old girl on Snapchat and provided her vapes in exchange for sex.“I have a daughter myself and I don’t understand what goes through people’s minds to make them think that’s OK,” customer Summer Starns said.According to the affidavit, the girl told Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police…

TSA may impose civil penalties of up to $14,950 per violation per person. This article was originally published by a wgntv.com . Read the Original article here. .

The news about vaping just keeps getting worse. Originally marketed as a safer alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes, the practice and products have now been shown by multiple studies to endanger users’ health. The dangers and damage of vaping go beyond nicotine addiction to include respiratory and cardiovascular complications, exposure to harmful chemicals and the risk of unknown long-term health consequences. “Back in the [’60s and] ’70s when cigarette smoking was thought to be cool, we didn’t know much about the long-term effects,” said Dr. Indley Johnson, pulmonologist with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. “We are at the point now…

Metro Detroit schools combat vaping with new detectors Vaping is a very difficult thing to catch as there is sometimes no smell that can be left behind. So how can teachers and other staff members catch students who are vaping? DEARBORN, Mich. (FOX 2) – A Metro Detroit school district is taking measures to hopefully stop students from vaping on campus with vape detectors. It is hard to think that now there are three epidemics affecting teens: smoking, drinking, and now vaping. Meanwhile, Dearborn Public Schools is tackling vaping, which school officials say is not isolated to Dearborn. “This is…

Silly Nice, a Black and Veteran-owned cannabis brand based in Harlem, New York, is quickly becoming one of the most trusted names in the New York cannabis market. Known for its best-selling and potent cannabis products, Silly Nice is gaining recognition for delivering exceptional cannabis experiences to consumers across the state. With over 90 dispensaries carrying their products, Silly Nice is making its mark, especially with standout offerings like their 510 Vape Cartridges. Alongside these popular vape cartridges, Silly Nice offers a wide range of other potent products, all designed to cater to different needs and preferences. Silly Nice’s Best-Selling…

Research shows this simple routine can rapidly improve endurance and health — no gym required. This article was originally published by a www.washingtonpost.com . Read the Original article here. .

If you want to build a strong midsection, you don’t have to crank out endless sit-ups and crunches. There’s a whole world of moves beyond these classics to help strengthen your core—like those featured in this standing abs workout.This five-move core routine from Sarah Lindsay, founder of Roar Fitness and three-time Olympian, focuses on strengthening all the muscles that make up your core—not just your rectus abdominis, also known as the six-pack muscles.Featuring compound moves like the windmill, trunk rotation and overhead squat, the workout not only engages your core but also boosts your mobility.Plus these movements mimic functional activities…