Monthly Archives: July 2011
States close to deal with big tobacco companies
Big cigarette makers could recoup $2 billion under a proposed deal with state attorneys general to resolve a long-running dispute over payments required by the landmark 1998 tobacco settlement, the Wall Street Journal reported. Negotiators for Altria Group Inc’s (MO.N) Philip Morris USA and other tobacco companies have reached a tentative deal with officials representing the 46 states that signed … Continue reading
How to Choose a Cigarette Brand
If you’re looking to choose a new brand to smoke, there are a few considerations before making a switch. Cigarettes typically come in full flavor, light, ultra light and menthol, and also come in short lengths, regular, “100′s” or longs, and also “wide.” Most major cigarette brands carry a few options in each of these areas. 1 Go to your … Continue reading
E-cigarette phone charger
While electronic cigarettes exist to help curb smoking habits, the E-Cigarette Phone Charger is definitely a first. Not only does it power several nicotine cartridges, each of which is the equivalent of 18 to 30 cigarettes, it can also charge 10 different cellphones. The E-Cigarette Phone Charger is convenient to carry and even features realistic cigarette sticks. E-cigarette pack is … Continue reading
Smoking Sultry Photography
The Rokas Darulis Loren Kemp Photoshoot is simplistically artful. The Rokas Darulis Loren Kemp exclusive photoshoot for Fashion Gone Rogue makes the taboo activity of smoking look sexy, bringing back some of that Humfrey Bogart Euro-inspired charm and flavor. The shoot features partial nudity from redheaded beauty Loren Kemp, but the combination of artful posing, simplistic styling and brilliant photography … Continue reading
Ieva Laguna cigarette smoking shoot by Billy Kidd
Recently, Trend Hunter featured this sexual babe as a painter’s muse in Russh magazine, and now this Ieva Laguna cigarette smoking shoot by Billy Kidd is proving this model packs a whole lot of potential. Black-and-white shots of Laguna are so gorgeous and mysterious, they’re sure to evoke emotion from readers. Billy Kidd is an outstanding photographer, and since he’s … Continue reading
Stylish cigarette filters
Stylish cigarette filters were popular among flappers in the 20s and 30s. Their long, elegant look attracted female smokers across North America, and thanks to corresponding sites, this fatally attractive smoking accessory has come full circle. The modern cigarette holders are extravagant, with variations in color, the material used, length and detail. Stylish cigarette filters are a perfect way to … Continue reading
New Research States Smoking Decreases Hip Replacement Risk
A new study from down under Australia has found that men who smoke are less likely than nonsmokers to require total hip or knee replacement. Who knew. The researchers also found that being overweight or doing vigorous physical activity actually increased the likelihood of joint replacement. George Mnatzaganian, a Ph.D. student stated: “Our study is the first to demonstrate a … Continue reading
Effects Of Yakima Losing Anti-Smoking Programs
Yakima’s most successful anti-smoking programs were axed by the state last week. Everything from programs preventing kids from starting the habit, to classes to help people quit smoking are gone. The Valley has seen a dramatic decline in smokers, but Action News discovered this could be the move that turns that positive trend around. Right now Yakima County is considered … Continue reading
Schools ban smoking, to dismiss violators
SMOKING will never be tolerated in schools, and those who violate the policy can be suspended or dismissed, an education official warned. Department of Education (DepEd) 7 Director Recaredo Borgonia cited R.A. 9211 or the Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003, which prohibits smoking in schools and other public places. He warned that students or teachers who smoke inside the school … Continue reading
Quitting smoking will not lead to weight gain
You might think that you will gain weight if you quit smoking. But it’s not that simple. A master’s thesis from NHV shows that smoking doesn’t help you get thinner. While cigarette smoking has decreased in western countries, obesity has increased. Recent studies have suggested that today’s smokers may have less weight problems than non-smokers. “That’s why I wanted to … Continue reading
