Tobacco Industry Gets Mixed BagMeasures pass to increase taxes and restrictions in four states, shot down in two. Tobacco Cos. Granted Hold in Light Cigarette CaseUntil appeals can be resolved, "light" brands may remain on shelves. Futuristic Vending Machines for Cigarettes Developed Age-verification technology makes cigarette vending possible in Japan. Separation Anxiety Analysts set a date for Altria and Kraft break-up announcement. "Tobacco Industry Is No Demon" Imperial Tobacco Canada chief executive urges for understanding. Big Tobacco's Request Denied Companies argued they would lose business from light and low-tar cigarettes ban. Imperial Tobacco Group Preps for U.S. Entry Company files for Master Settlement Agreement. Not In The Clear Yet Major tobacco companies must face $200 billion class action suit on light cigarettes. Canadian Court Rules Against Tobacco Cos. Under verdict, foreign tobacco companies can be included in tobacco illness lawsuits. Tobacco Cos. Respond to Nicotine Study One argues that increasing nicotine in cigarettes is a potentially good thing. First Previous 282 283 284 285 286 Next Last