New Orleans to Increase Cigarette Tax

Louisiana’s “no new taxes” Gov. Bobby Jindal is now thinking about an increase in the state’s cigarette tax. Now, Louisiana has 36 cents per cigarette pack – much lower than other states. Texas and Arkansas both imposed more than a dollar a pack. The national average is a $1.47. Customers at the Super Discount store

Mongolia to pass smoking ban

A majority of Mongolians like smoking cigarettes while drinking beer or after a big meal. However, Parliament adopted a strict anti-smoking legislation last week. The new legislation prohibits smoking in all public places, especially bars, restaurants, office buildings, playgrounds, parks. It as well regards to common places in hotels, although some hotel floors will still