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Philip Morris International has been inviting lawmakers from around the world to visit its Swiss lab as countries grapple with how to regulate IQOS, its heated tobacco brand—which now outearns Marlboro cigarettes. 👉 cur.lt/s5jgl5myi

While health experts warn of the health risks of heated tobacco, a U.K. lawmaker has called for further research into the “potential” dangers of the products before they are included in the country’s landmark generational ban. Read more: cur.lt/pknreeux8

The Examination María Pérez and Matthew Chapman are shining a light on tobacco industry lobbying. 🗓️Date: 5th June 2025 ⏰Time: 13:00 - 14:30 UTC (09:00 New York, 15:00 Brussels, 20:00 Bangkok) 🤝Organizer: WHO FCTC Knowledge Hub on Surveillance extranet.who.int/fctcapps/fctca…

When we think of "green finance,” we imagine projects that reduce carbon emissions and protect ecosystems. But what if those funds are being used by those companies fueling the climate crisis? That’s what Sasha Chavkin reveals for The Examination. bit.ly/4e6gfX8

🔔Come work with us! The Examination is hiring, seeking enterprising and collaborative editors to drive accountability reporting on global health threats. - Interim Managing Editor (one year position) - News Editor - Data Editor 👉More at our website theexamination.org/about/jobs

Reporter Sasha Chavkin details how The Examination found that billions in a type of green finance called sustainability-linked loans went to industries that account for the majority of greenhouse gas emissions. 👉pulitzercenter.org/how-we-reveale…

An investigation by The Examination co-published with The Diplomat reveals how a secret tobacco deal in Laos kept cigarette prices low and enriched a former president's in-law. buff.ly/ZAZYe5U

A confidential joint venture between the Laos government and tobacco giant Imperial Brands blocked taxes on cigarettes for 25 years and delivered millions of dollars to an in-law of the former president. theexamination.org/articles/how-i…

Heading to #IRE25? Join investigations editor Raquel Rutledge Thursday for a panel on strengthening investigations with a solutions mindset. She is an expert in highlighting responses to problems that add depth, impact, and accountability to reporting. schedules.ire.org/ire-2025/index…

An investigation by The Examination and The Diplomat reveals how a secret tobacco deal in Laos kept cigarette prices low and enriched a former president's in-law. anticorru.pt/3cl

A secret deal by tobacco giant Imperial Brands delivered millions to an in-law of Laos's former president for a 25-year tax freeze. This arrangement has kept cigarette prices among the world's lowest. Story by grantee Jason McLure for The Examination. pulitzercenter.org/stories/how-im…

Corporate-induced health hazards are threatening the well-being of communities worldwide. Join The Examination founder, Ben Hallman, at #IRE25 for practical approaches to covering industry-driven health crises. schedules.ire.org/ire-2025/index…

The Examination’ María Pérez will discuss her reporting on the tobacco industry’s influence on public policy and how some groups that promote new nicotine products were funded with tobacco money at #WCTC2025. More details: wctc2025.abstractserver.com/program/#/deta…

The tobacco industry’s narrative on harm reduction is facing scrutiny at this year's #WCTC2025. The Examination’s María Pérez will be discussing her reporting on the industry’s influence. More info: wctc2025.abstractserver.com/program/#/deta…

A pack of cigarettes in Laos costs as little as 32 cents, thanks to a secret deal from 2001 with impacts on government revenue and public health, according to an investigation from The Examination. We discuss the report with one of its authors. rfa.org/english/laos/2…

There’s still time to apply to become an editor at The Examination! We’re hiring a news editor & data editor – both remote, full-time positions. 📅Deadline: Monday, June 30th. theexamination.org/about/jobs

A confidential contract between tobacco giant Imperial Brands and Laos has delivered millions of dollars to a relative of the impoverished Southeast Asian country’s former leader, documents obtained by The Examination show. buff.ly/PPUgnPq

🔔Tomorrow at 10am EST/3pm BST! Join our impact network meet-up with Nataliya Gumenyuk, CEO of the Public Interest Journalism Lab in Ukraine 🇺🇦, on how journalism can truly serve communities. Hosted by The Examination & The Bureau of Investigative Journalism. Don't miss it – Register here: lnkd.in/etrFEfef

The Laotian government’s secret contract with U.K. tobacco giant Imperial Brands may be expiring soon, but the impact reverberates. The Examination’ Jason McLure shares with Radio Free Asia how the 25-year deal put the health of Laotians on the line. 👉youtu.be/SjW1Yp1NZ5Q?fe…

Thanks to Radio Free Asia for highlighting The Examination story on the tobacco company privatization that secretly paid an in-law of ex-Laotian leader Bounnhang Vorachit $28 million. Interview (Lao subtitles): youtube.com/watch?v=SjW1Yp… Documents: documentcloud.org/projects/22181…