Imperial Brands Restructures: Job Cuts and Vape Exit for Backwoods and Dutch Masters Maker
Imperial Brands cuts thousands of jobs and exits the U.S. vape market to focus on its core cigar portfolio, including Backwoods and Dutch Masters.
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New to Black and Mild Cigars? Here is the Real Answer
Discover if Black and Milds are cigars or cigarettes, learn how to smoke them, and explore the key differences in this essential guide for new smokers.
How to Smoke a Swisher: A First-Timer’s Guide to the Perfect Burn
Master the art of smoking Swisher Sweets with this beginner's guide covering how to cut, light, and enjoy the perfect slow burn for a smooth experience.
Camacho Limited Edition 2026 Perfecto Arrives in September: Only 4,000 Boxes Worldwide
Camacho's 'Boldly Built by Masters' series returns with a 6 x 56 perfecto. Shipping Sept 3, this limited Honduran release is capped at 60,000 total cigars.
Honduras Announces First National Cigar Festival as Central American Calendar Fills
Honduras will host its first national cigar festival in January 2027, joining a busy Central American calendar as the region fills the void left by Cuba.
Kenya High Court Lifts Shisha Ban: A Rare Legal Win for Hookah With a Catch
Kenya's High Court ruled the 2017 shisha ban unconstitutional due to procedural flaws, though the government is already drafting new legislation to reinstate it
9 Best Pipe Tobacco for Beginners Who Want a Smooth Smoke
Discover the best pipe tobacco for beginners, featuring smooth blends like Carter Hall and mild aromatics perfect for those starting their pipe smoking journey.
Europe's Triple Squeeze: 139% Tobacco Tax Plan, New Product Rules, and a Lobbying Scandal
The EU faces a massive tobacco policy shift involving a 139% tax hike proposal, new TPD3 regulations for vapes and pouches, and an escalating lobbying scandal.
Canada’s Pharmacy-Only Nicotine Pouch Rule Triggers Massive Black Market Surge
Following strict federal restrictions, Canada faces a surge in contraband nicotine pouches as border seizures hit C$6.6 million and provincial leaders push back
Nas-Backed Escobar Cigars Expands: New House Blend and Natural-Leaf 'CUTS' Wraps Launch
Escobar Cigars, co-owned by hip-hop legend Nas, launches a new House Blend collection and enters the natural-leaf wrap market with Nicaraguan Habano 'Leaf CUTS.
The FDA Is Getting a New Boss: What Heidi Overton's Nomination Means for Tobacco
President Trump nominates Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA Commissioner. Her arrival comes as the agency pivots toward faster nicotine product authorizations.
Australia Debates Massive Tobacco Tax Cut as Black Market Dominates Sales
Australia, home to the world's most expensive cigarettes, is weighing a historic 75-80% tax cut after high prices fueled a multi-billion dollar black market.