Inspired by a mortality table published by the Smokers’ Club, columnist Gian Turci reflects on the supreme stupidity of the health preservation propaganda, its ideology and its ultimately disastrous and self-defeating consequences.
In this piece, the socially lethal slope of the “surrender you liberty and lifestyle now for the good health of tomorrow” is examined by Gian in all its glaring absurdity and contradictions.
Crack. Fizz. Gulp. Ahhhhhh. Is there a drinking experience more classically Australian than ripping the ring-pull off a beer? "The visceral pleasure from that first crack of a beer can is identical to popping a champagne cork," says wine and drinks writer Mike Bennie. "There's also huge appeal in the tinnie's nostalgia factor."
The Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill (‘Tobacco Bill’), which is open for comment until 9 August 2018, imposes draconian new rules and restrictions on the sale and use of tobacco products, and controversially places electronic delivery systems (e-cigarettes or “vapes”) under harsh regulation.
The Milwaukee Bucks will designate as non-smoking not only the new Fiserv Forum but also the entire 30-acre arena district. This ban includes e-cigarettes.
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