AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoVape policy showdown: Malaysia’s former health minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa says the 2023 exemption of nicotine liquids and gels from the Poisons Act was a “bold step” made when vaping was already widely sold, as the High Court greenlit a judicial review by three health NGOs; the government says it will appeal to the Court of Appeal. Charity under scrutiny: A California judge barred Kars4Kids from running its jingle ads and ordered vehicle reimbursement after finding deception, raising the stakes for car-donation charities. Ukraine rebuilding, faster: Donations are helping a UK-founded non-profit expand a DIY window-repair kit approach for bomb-damaged homes in dangerous areas. Gaming rights: California’s AB-1921 would require publishers to give notice and offer refunds or playable offline versions if digital games are shut down. NGO funding push: The Organization of Turkic States’ NGO agency says it’s ready to launch joint grant competitions with Turkic partners. Food security in action: World Food Movement formally launched weekly hot-meal distribution at Middlesex Community College, aiming to expand across Massachusetts.
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