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A teenager suffered a fatal electric shock in a Berlin underground station after trying to retrieve his e-cigarette from the train track. Photo: Canva

The state government is working with the Penang State Health Department, airlines, particularly international carriers and airport authorities to raise public awareness of the smoking ban in public areas. (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP)

SWCorp workers diligently clean up rubbish scattered around the Bukit Bintang area following the New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations. Photo by Bernama

The government is pressing ahead with the ban due to rising health risks linked to vape use, including liquids contaminated with banned substances such as synthetic cannabis. - Bernama file photo

Children are now using e-cigarettes at higher rates than adults. - Bernama file photo

It is time to recognise the truth: the real problem is not nicotine dependence itself, but the unregulated, untaxed shadow economy that feeds on it. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily via Canva

You wake up one day, decide you’ve had enough and never touch a cigarette again. But anyone who has lived with nicotine knows the story is different. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily via Canva

Photo for illustration purpose only. Photo credit: Sezeryadigar/Getty Images/Canva

Photo for illustration purposes only.

State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said premises that have recently renewed their licences and whose validity extends past Jan 1 will be allowed to continue operating to clear existing stock, after which their licences will be revoked. - Bernama file photo