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Urban birds are utilizing cigarette butts in their nests to repel parasites, as shown in a recent study.

A 14-year-old girl was filmed putting a cigarette in the mouth of her one-year-old sister in São José da Bela Vista, Brazil, prompting an investigation into responsibility and access to cigarettes.

A scientific study has found that cigarette butts are the most commonly discarded waste, with around 4.5 trillion butts improperly disposed of each year worldwide.

A criminal organization in Greece was dismantled after allegedly smuggling 240,000 illegal cigarette packs, resulting in a revenue loss of approximately €1 million for the Greek state.

Lithuanian customs officials discovered a significant stash of illegal cigarettes hidden within a Belarusian citizen's car during a routine inspection at a border checkpoint.

The correctional agency in Rio is investigating five prison officers suspected of facilitating the illegal entry of cigarettes into correctional facilities.

Chris Hayes discusses the pervasive impact of technology on our attention spans and personal interactions.

The article discusses the ease of using a new type of e-cigarette, highlighted by a statement from a seller.

An independent committee suggested that a cigarette butt may have ignited a fire that killed 168 people in a Hong Kong high-rise in November 2025.

Approximately 60% of cigarette consumption in Paraná is illegal, significantly exceeding the national average of 31%.

The Department of Penitentiary Administration (Seap) in Brazil has suspended five officers suspected of facilitating the entry of counterfeit cigarettes into Rio de Janeiro prisons, with indications of an internal mafia involved.

A Latvian man was arrested while transporting illegal cigarettes during a first date, unbeknownst to his female companion.

Research has revealed that certain bird species collect cigarette butts for their nests as a means of repelling parasites.

Lithuanian authorities intercepted 7 shipments of Belarusian cigarettes sent by balloon in various locations in Southern Lithuania, with a total of 12,500 packs seized.

Lithuania has intensified its efforts to combat cigarette smuggling from Belarus with the help of Philip Morris International donating drone systems for surveillance.

Cigarette butts are the most prevalent form of litter worldwide, with an estimated 4.5 trillion discarded each year, posing significant environmental challenges.

An electronic cigarette incident on an aircraft led to a minor fire, raising concerns about safety protocols.

The Vilnius police seized goods worth 3 million euros linked to illegal electronic cigarette trade during an operation that resulted in three arrests.

Excise tax revenues from alcohol and tobacco have risen significantly in Latvia, highlighting disparities in taxation policy between alcohol and tobacco products.

A small fire caused by an activated e-cigarette occurred in the passenger cabin of a Virgin Australia flight during its descent into Melbourne.

Aurelijus Veryga criticized Inga Ruginienė over the recent donation of drones from Philip Morris International to assist in combating cigarette smuggling from Belarus.

Shaun Wallace from The Chase discusses overcoming his past habit of smoking up to 30 cigarettes a day as part of a broader issue with obsessions.

A 23-year-old woman named Melia gains notoriety after burning a picture of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and lighting a cigarette with the flames.

The percentage of cigarette smokers in the U.S. has declined to an all-time low of 9.9%, marking a significant milestone in public health efforts.

The article discusses the benefits of using water made from cigarette butts to protect jasmine plants from pests and diseases.

Santos Civil Police seized about 7,500 packs of cigarettes allegedly smuggled from Paraguay at a distributor in Praia Grande, São Paulo.

The political debate over cigarette taxation continues in Denmark, with blue candidates divided and red candidates united on the issue.

A 14-year-old girl is under investigation for child abuse after a video surfaced showing her giving a cigarette to her one-year-old sister in São José da Bela Vista, São Paulo.

A man was arrested in Presidente Prudente for storing thousands of contraband cigarette packs and electronic cigarettes during a police operation against drug trafficking.

A man was arrested with a load of contraband cigarettes from Paraguay on the Ayrton Senna Highway in Brazil.

Authorities are investigating a case of mistreatment after a video surfaced showing a teenager placing a cigarette in the mouth of her one-year-old sister in São José da Bela Vista, Brazil.

Cities around the world are removing advertisements for fossil fuel-related products to combat carbon emissions.

A large fire in Glasgow, Scotland, resulted in widespread disruptions and train cancellations across the country on Sunday (8).

A video showing a man frying cigarette fritters has gone viral on social media, illustrating the bizarre lengths people go to for views.

Lithuanian customs officials detained a significant shipment of contraband cigarettes valued at 3 million euros and are conducting an ongoing investigation related to organized crime activities.

Glasgow Central Station has been closed due to a significant fire at an electronic cigarette shop nearby, disrupting train services.

A 21-year-old university student has been arrested for allegedly selling the nicotine-containing electronic cigarette 'Nicopuff' to a high school junior, marking the first case of its kind in Japan.

Train operations at Glasgow's main railway station have been suspended due to a fire at a nearby electric cigarette shop.

The Lithuanian government aims to enhance a law concerning the labeling of electronic cigarette liquids with tax banderoles, proposing the State Tax Inspectorate to oversee the labeling process.

Three men convicted for the murder of lawyer Rodrigo Marinho Crespo in February 2024 are also being investigated for participating in other executions tied to criminal organizations in Brazil.

Police seized around 500,000 packs of contraband cigarettes worth R$ 3.2 million from a truck on the Raposo Tavares highway in Angatuba, Brazil.

Five teenagers died accidentally in Manlleu after a mattress ignited from a cigarette butt, leading to toxic smoke inhalation, according to the police investigation.

A man from Vilnius faces losing his Mercedes after being caught smuggling cigarettes hidden in the vehicle.

The Federal Police discovered an illegal cigarette depot in São Gonçalo, Brazil, believed to be linked to a notorious organized crime figure.

A reader contemplates the implications of substituting cigarette smoking with snus after five years of quitting smoking and seeks advice on managing this new dependency.

Two municipal police officers in Marseille have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in cigarette smuggling in the northern neighborhoods of the city.

A fire at a mobile tower in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, caused damage worth approximately 3 million rupees, likely ignited by a discarded burning cigarette.

A fire at a mobile tower in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, caused damage worth 3 million rupees, sparked by a burning cigarette discarded in nearby garbage.

A fire in Campina Grande destroyed a house, reportedly caused by a cigarette, but no injuries were reported.

A Druskininkai man was caught smuggling Belarusian cigarettes, leading to further investigations by border officers.