[ad_1] Weber is admittedly a late entry into the pellet-grill game. It did its homework, however, and rather than simply put out a line of pellet grills with the Weber logo on them, it brought its wealth of grill knowledge to the table. It also listened to pellet-grill users, collecting info on what they did […]
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Weber Connect will be a useful tool for grillers of all skill levels
[ad_1] I’ve reviewed Traeger’s Timberline and Ironwood connected grills that allow you to control and monitor the machine remotely. The connectivity offered via that company’s WiFire tech is extremely useful, especially during longer cooks like a brisket or pork shoulder. Trager’s app has a massive library of recipes and you can automatically set grill temperature […]
Congress is raising the minimum smoking and vaping age to 21
[ad_1] President Trump said last month that the administration planned to raise the minimum vaping age to “21 or so,” so this isn’t entirely unexpected. While the current legal smoking at is 18, it is already higher in almost half of all states, BuzzFeed notes. The change comes as teen vaping rates continue to increase. […]
Facebook, Instagram ban influencers from promoting guns and vaping
[ad_1] Enforcement for the new rules should take effect in the “coming weeks,” Facebook said. It’s also working on tools to help creators honor the new policy, such as setting minimum age requirements or their content. This is the first time Instagram is limiting what influencers can pitch in their feeds, and it’s considered overdue […]
Vape brand Juul is reportedly at the center of a criminal probe
[ad_1] This will be another unwelcome challenge for the quickly-growing company, which has come under fire for the ways its sleek vaporizers have found appeal with young people. The Federal Trade Commission, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and several other state attorney generals are already investigating the company’s marketing practices, although Juul maintains it never […]
Netflix says its originals will kick their smoking habit
[ad_1] “Netflix strongly supports artistic expression,” a Netflix spokesman said. “We also recognize that smoking is harmful and when portrayed positively on screen can adversely influence young people.” As part of its clampdown, Netflix will also reveal details about smoking in its ratings. The move follows a report from anti-smoking group Truth Initiative, which states […]
The FDA thinks an Xbox game can stop kids smoking
[ad_1] The game’s heavy-handedness won’t be lost among its Gen-Z players. As you play the game, you encounter challenges that are also faced by smokers. You can run from the cell, but only in short bursts since your lungs are damaged by smoking. The smoke obscures your vision. The game is structured like a maze, […]