#Single-Use Electronic Cigarette

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[jacky93sims]

Functional Cigarettes Machine and Cigarette Mod Upgraded for The Sims 2

As requested I tried to solve some small problems in the PcSims Cigarette Mod:

1. Now you can put the cigarette boxes on counters and tables too and your sims won't put the cigarette box on the ground everytime after the use, but they will choose to put it on the nearest empty surface (probably the one you choose at first to put the box on). 2. I removed the sip coffee sound and add a custom exhaling sound (but if you want to remove it you can simply open the single cigarette and box/packs packages on simpe, go to the text lists, click on sound id table and replace the sound name with a "-"). 3. I added a steam/smoking effect. 4. I also made a second version where sims won't go sitting to smoke but they will remain standing (choose only one). 5. I merged together the three cigarette packs recolor from Slig. 6. When sims finish smoking, cigarette won't be transformed in a trash bag until the sim arrives to the nearest trash can to throw it away.

The new cigarette machine has it's own guid so you can choose to use it and also use Slig machines without any conflict. However the single cigarette and the packs/box have the same guid so you have to replace them (and they will work on the old machines too).

Machine is in the Electronics-Miscellaneous section, while Cigarette Box is in the Party section. I decided to reduce the prices too (20 for a box of 20 cigarettes and 5 for a single cigarette).

DOWNLOAD HERE

Let me know if everything works.

[materialsscienceandengineering]

While the lithium-ion batteries in disposable electronic cigarettes are discarded after a single use, they can continue to perform at high capacity for hundreds of cycles, according to a study published December 12 in the journal Joule. The analysis, conducted by scientists from University College London (UCL) and the University of Oxford and supported by The Faraday Institution, highlights a growing environmental threat from these increasingly popular vape pens, which are not designed to be recharged. "The surprise for us were the results that pointed toward just how long these batteries could potentially cycle," says Paul Shearing, Professor of Sustainable Energy Engineering at the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford and UCL. "If you use a low charge and discharge rate, you can see that for over 700 cycles, you still have more than 90% capacity retention. That's a pretty good battery, actually. And these are just being discarded. They're being chucked on the side of the road."

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[etherealspacejelly]

music recommendations for you because i’m bored.

( i will use this format btw:

BAND NAME

GENRE( S )

rating 1 - 10

top songs imo

other notes )

THE FLAMING LIPS

psychedelic pop, experimental, alternative

10 / 10

the yeah yeah yeah song, do you realize???, giant baby, yoshimi battles the pink robots pt 1

a good deal of their songs are absolutely devastating, especially the kings mouth album. very existential shit so if that’s upsetting to you i wouldn’t recommend it. “intellectual” music in the words of my parents

THE MAGNETIC FIELDS

alternative pop, indie

8 / 10

i think i need a new heart, strange powers, andrew in drag

again a lot of sad songs, but this time they’re just love songs. if you think of sad ukulele songs written by an autistic gay man and a bunch of other funky people you’ve got the magnetic fields

BUILT TO SPILL

“dad rock,” alternative

10 / 10

bad light, i would hurt a fly, center of the universe, you were right

the keep it like a secret album doesn’t have a single skip. genuinely love this band so much.

TV GIRL

electronic, alternative

9 / 10

pantyhose, loving machine, cigarettes out the window, blue hair girl

a lot of references to sex and drugs plus some sh so be aware. blue hair girl is so overplayed but god it’s incredible. my mom loves them—calls it “fancy lounge music”

i’m needlessly proud of having such a good music taste. anyways !!! i thought you would like these guys have fun

[hannahssimblr]

Chapter Ten (Part 2)

I have never known cold in my life like the cold of the early morning in Berlin. It’s the kind of morning that feels like the sun will never rise. The cars still have their headlights on as Claire and I haul our bags up the stairs of the U Bahn station and out onto the street for the first time. It is seven in the morning, and it is not beautiful here. 

We huddle together beneath a massive BAHNHOF NEUKOLLN sign and peer through the grey in search for a familiar face. The metal barriers all around us are lined with chained up bicycles overlapping each other, and there is careless graffiti on the shutters of the electronics shop across the road from us. It isn’t open yet. Nothing is open yet, including our hostel, so we stand with our backs against the frigid metal of a cigarette machine and wait. 

He’s like an otherworldly spirit when he emerges from the fog, bundled in a big black coat, breaths turning to clouds that absorb into the thick mist around him. He raises a hand in a wave, and his smile is the brightest thing for miles.  

“Good morning.” Jude says. “I’m sorry I’m a bit late.” He bends down to hug me and I immediately feel my lack of sleep. I could almost sleep right here on the cushiony softness of his puffer coat with his cheek somehow still warm despite the weather. 

“So this is your home.” Claire says as he gives her a hug, and he shrugs nonchalantly. “Looks like shit this morning, to be honest. It literally couldn’t be uglier, but welcome to Berlin.” He offers to carry some of our bags, and we let him. We head down an identically bleak street that’s lined with Doner Kebab takeaways, phone shops and tiny supermarkets, all closed. Jude gently tugs on the back of my collar when I try to cross the road. 

“You have to wait for the green man.” He says near my ear. 

I stare at him incredulously. “I know, but there’s no cars coming.”

“I don’t make the rules here.” We stand then, stupidly, waiting for the lights to change as not a single car passes us by. Then finally, it does, and we can cross. 

“That was ridiculous.” I say. “What’s going to happen if I just walk? They’ll throw me in jail?”

“No, worse.” He says. “An old German woman will materialise and start scolding you from her kitchen window. Happens literally every time.”

“Hm. So they’re pretty rule bound here.”

“You’re telling me.”

Jude lives a twenty minute walk from the station in a large brutalist block of flats that is identical to all of the other brutalist blocks of flats that flank it on all four sides. I wonder how he can ever remember which is his, or how many times in his first few weeks he found himself wandering around trying to recall which block he walked out of that same morning, because I can certainly imagine that for myself.

“Oh, cats!” Claire comments as a pair of tabbys appear from the vegetation around the base of the building, one of whom starts winding her slinky body in between Jude’s ankles and mewing rather impatiently at him while the other sits watch from a short distance away. He leans down to scratch her head. “Nothing for you right now.” He says to her. “I’ll come back later on.”

“You feed these cats.” I say. Not a question, a fact. 

“I’m the crazy cat man of the neighbourhood.” He admits. “But they just love me, they must know that I have a kind soul.”

“It’s because you feed them.” The tabby gives up on him and approaches me next, mouth open in a startling maw, her meow the cat equivalent of a screech. “Jesus.” I whisper.

“It’s just how she sounds.” He explains. “She’s actually a well tempered cat.”

“What’s her name?”

“I call her Main Street, because that’s where she mostly hangs out, and that one.” He points his thumb toward her noticeably more timid pair, hovering by the wheels of a parked car. “That’s Ten Feet Behind.”

“Because she’s always-”

“Yeah, ten feet behind the other cat.” He grins with chattering teeth. “Let’s go inside, it’s so damn cold.” With stiff fingers he punches in the code for the apartment and leads us into a hallway stuffed to the gills with more bikes. There is no lift, which means we have to carry our things up the stairway, winding around and around, hoping that each landing will be our last, but we keep going up until the seventh floor, where finally, mercifully, Jude lays our bags on the floor and fumbles in his pocket for his keys. 

“Jonas is probably still asleep.” He warns us. “So let’s try and keep it down until he surfaces.” He gingerly opens the door to his apartment and lets us inside, and the heating is on, and my body is flooded with the kind of warmth and comfort that makes me want to curl up on that inviting green couch in the living area and fall asleep for hours. 

“You two can sit down wherever.” Jude says, so we peel our coats off and leave them hanging in a closet by the door. “I’ll make something for us to eat.”

“Oh? Food?” Claire says, as she and I sink into the soft cushions of his couch. “You don’t have to make anything.”

“I’m hungry, I’m sure you’re hungry, we can eat.”

“Okay.” She says, immediately convinced, and I wind my arm with hers and rest my head on her shoulder as my eyes flutter shut with contentment. The apartment is so nice. It smells good. There is nice art on the walls that looks as though it was picked out by someone with a good eye, rather than the usual landlord special back in Dublin, which consists usually of some ancient picture of a hideous, jowled dog that was likely dug out of the bottom of a bargain pile at a car boot sale. 

I can’t believe that this morning I was in Dublin, and now I’m in a different country. I’m really in Berlin. I’m in Jude’s house. He’s cooking breakfast. It feels like something that would only happen in my head, but I keep opening my eyes to make sure that it’s real, and finding out that it is. After a while I peer over the back of the couch, and he has his back to me, whisking eggs in a bowl, and I read the spines of the cookbooks stacked neatly by the hob. Ottolenghi. Samin Nosrat. Grace Young. There are no books with unsophisticated titles like One Pot Wonders or Meals in Minutes! His are specific cuisines. Middle eastern food, Japanese food, North African, Italian, Chinese, French. I prop my chin on my hand and regard him with fresh interest. “I didn’t know you cooked.”

He glances over his shoulder at me. “Of course.”

“I mean that I didn’t know that you cooked cooked, as in, more than just improvised tomato pasta and shepherd’s pie from a container.”

He chuckles. “I seem like I enjoy food from containers, do I?”

“Not particularly, I just never thought about it.”

He takes a serrated knife to a hunk of soft bread and cuts off several thick slices. “I’ve always liked to cook. I had to do it a lot when my parents were too busy to make dinner for my sister, it all kind of fell on me, and I grew to like it a bit, I suppose. Luckily. There’s not much that beats the taste of something you made yourself. When it’s good, I mean.”

He casually drunks a slice of bread into the beaten eggs with one hand and fires up the gas stove with the other. “Weird that you never knew that about me, honestly.”

“I suppose it never came up.”

“Hm. Well, surprise.” 

The door from an adjoining room suddenly opens, and I glance around to see a very broad, bare chested man emerge from the darkness of his bedroom. “Hello” He says groggily. “What smells good?”

Claire, who had drifted into a shallow sleep before, regards him suddenly with wide, shocked eyes. He’s wearing nothing but a pair of boxer shorts, looking like a viking, with blonde hair the length of his shoulders and messed up on one side to suggest that he sleeps on his right. 

“Oh.” He says when he notices us on the couch. “Hello ladies.” He steps in front of us so that we’re just about eye level with his crotch and extends a hand for Claire to shake, then me. “I don’t need introductions. I know that you’re Claire, and you’re Evie.” He points his thumb at himself. “I’m Jonas.”

Jude peers at him from the kitchen. “Yeah, they’re pleased to meet you, Jonas, can you put trousers on please.”

He shrugs nonchalantly. “Okay! If you want.” and goes back into his room. 

“Oh my god.” Claire says under her breath. I can’t tell whether she’s appalled or impressed, but she’s wide awake now. 

Jude starts dealing out plates at the counter, and we get up to take our seats as he carefully places a slice of perfectly golden French toast in front of us. He takes a bowl of fresh berries out of the fridge, along with some sort of mascarpone cheese cream, and slides a jar of maple syrup across the counter into my waiting hand. “Enjoy.” He says, and stands on the other side of the counter to eat his the way that Italians drink espresso, al banca. He stabs his fork into the centre of the toast and swipes the knife across it. He’ll have it all eaten in ten seconds, but Claire and I will savour every delicious mouthful. 

“Sorry about the berries.” Jude says eventually. “They’re off-season.”

“Oh God, no, we don’t mind that.” Says Claire. “It’s actually so good, this is unreal.”

“Absolutely.” I agree. “This is like something you’d get in a restaurant.”

“Calm down, lads, it’s just French toast.” Says Jude, but the tips of his ears have gone red. 

When Jonas reemerges, dressed, he takes a plate from the cupboard and starts unceremoniously shovelling food onto it, and then stands barefoot in the middle of the kitchen eating it like a wild animal. I side eye Claire to gauge her reaction to this, and just like I expected she’s horrified.

“What is everyone going to do today?” He says, mouth jammed with bread. 

“No big plans.” I tell him. “Maybe see the sights a bit, wander around. Look at the shops.”

“Oh, have you got costumes for Saturday night?”

“Sort of. Halfway, maybe. We were hoping to find something here.” I glance at Claire and she nods. I have the shoes I want to wear, but nothing else. She hasn’t got a single item, so some serious shopping is in order. 

“There are so many places for thrift shopping.” He says with a wave of his fork. “You will find something great.” He prods Jude’s shoulder with his fork. “Are you going too?”

“Nah we’ve agreed to meet up in the evening, I have to go to the studio today, unfortunately.”

“Work work work.” Jonas says with an eye roll. “I hope you get a good job after all of this is finished, or it will all be for nothing.” 

“Agreed.” Jude says flatly. “Who are going as, by the way? I mean, costume wise” he says to Claire and I then, eyes flitting back and forth between us, and I smirk at him. “We’re not telling you.” We don’t know. “We’re going to surprise you on the night.”

“Fine, then I’ll surprise you too.”

“Well I’m expecting to be impressed.”

His smile falters. “Don’t hold your breath.”

“You mean you’re not overly prepared?”

“It was a difficult theme.”

“It’s not difficult.” Jonas informs him. “It would be difficult if it was, I don’t know, 1930s soviet politicians, but it’s 60’s celebrities. It really couldn’t be easier.”

“Okay.” He shrugs. “Just mostly men were just wearing variations of the same suit.”

“Not true. You could have been a beatle, or a rolling stone, any of those groovy woodstock men, you didn’t think outside the box.” Jonas turns and winks at us. “My costume is good. Wait and see.”

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[cliperry]

WHAT EVERYONE'S TALKING ABOUT THIS WEEK

Five things to bear in mind while listening to the new Harry Styles album The One Directioner's long-awaited debut is out today. It's called Harry Styles.

As well as singing on all 10 tracks, obviously, Harry plays two strange instruments on the album: the omnichord—a 1980s handheld electronic synth—on the opening track Meet Me In The Hallway, and something called a güiro (a notched wooden percussion thing) on Two Ghosts. A man of many talents.

Harry Styles was made in the luxury Geejam Studio in Jamaica and The Village Studios in Los Angeles, where everyone from The Doors to Bob Dylan have recorded.

If you like a bit of mystery, try and work out who the girl on the hard-rocking Only Angel is. "Couldn't take you home to mother in a skirt that short / But I think that's what I like about it," sings Harry, before casually adding, "she's a devil between the sheets." Is it the same girl on the song Kiwi who "worked her way through a cheap pack of cigarettes," we wonder?

Is Harry also trying to show off his nice new house via the medium of song titles? Meet Me In The Hallway and From The Dining Table suggest that yeah, maybe.

Brit-poppers Shed Seven have had a minor issue with the artwork, suggesting Harry copied the cover photo of their 1994 single Ocean Pie. "When I first saw it I genuinely thought, 'Are you ripping us off?' It's very close to the mark," singer Rick Witter told The Daily Mirror. He won't be taking Harry to court though, adding, "It's a nice compliment. They really do say imitation is the biggest form of flattery. I saw him on Graham Norton trying to be all indie. Good luck to the lad."

Read the NME review of Harry Styles on NME.com.

[beardedmrbean]

1. What's more expensive?

The new year will see tax changes directly impacting consumers and retailers. The tax rate on books, medicines, accommodation services, as well as sports, entertainment and cultural services will rise from 10 percent to 14 percent.

Sweets could see an even bigger tax hike next summer, should legislators pass a proposal raising the value-added tax on candy and chocolate from 14 to 25.5 percent.

2. Lower tax on sanitary pads and diapers

In contrast, the start of the year will see the tax on menstrual and incontinence products, as well as children's diapers, reduced from 25.5 percent to 14 percent.

3. Spot price changes

Starting next year, the pricing structure for spot price electricity will change, moving from hourly to 15-minute intervals.

While quarter-hour pricing for exchange electricity has already been possible within Finland, the system will soon expand internationally. Starting in mid-March, 15-minute trading will be implemented across the Nordic countries, with a Europe-wide rollout planned for June.

4. Household tax credit decreases

Major changes to the household tax credit will take effect at the beginning of the year. The maximum deduction will decrease to 1,600 euros, down from the current 2,250 euros for home improvements, including renovation work.

5. Housing allowance changes

As of 1 January, homeowners will no longer be eligible to receive Kela's housing allowance. Going forward, this form of support will be limited to rental housing, marking a significant change in the eligibility criteria for the benefit.

6. Tax reduction for families

Income tax changes are also in store in 2025.

Taxation will be reduced for low- and middle-income earners who have minor children, translating into 50 euros off taxes for each child. The automatic benefit applies to both parents.

Single parents will be able to deduct twice this amount, so 100 euros per child.

7. Tax card changes

Starting next year, tax cards will come into effect on 1 January, instead of February as in previous years. As part of the reform, the income threshold for tax cards will be calculated for the entire year (12 months), rather than the previous 11-month period.

The reform will not impact the rate of income tax, but it is aimed at making it easier for individuals to track their tax rate and income threshold throughout the year.

8. Higher tobacco tax

The tobacco tax will gradually increase over the next three years, resulting in a total tax hike of over 27 percent.

The price of a pack of cigarettes, currently around 10 euros, will rise to 13.20 euros once all the planned tax increases have been implemented over the next three years.

Taxes on e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches will not increase under the new reform.

9. Pricier passports

The price of a passport will rise by 9 euros for those applying electronically and by 7 euros for those using traditional in-person procedures. The price of ID cards will increase by 11 euros.

This means that the new price of a new Finnish passport will be 53 euros, up from 44 euros.

The Interior Ministry said the higher prices reflect an anticipated drop in demand.

10. Yle tax changes

The public broadcasting fee, also known as the "Yle tax", will see small changes next year.

In the future, taxpayers will be liable to pay the public broadcasting fee on annual (earned and capital) income exceeding 15,150 euros, up from the current level of 14,000 euros.

[mariacallous]

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — With the calendar-page turn to 2024 on Monday comes 320 new state laws that Illinois residents will need to navigate.

Some will have a widespread effect, including a law banning semi-automatic rifles and another requiring paid time off. But others won’t have an immediate or noticeable impact, including a law that lets county governments consider a potential contractor’s participation in an approved apprenticeship program in determining the winning low bid for a project.

One law that took effect in 2019 but is still impacting tens of thousands of workers is an increase in the minimum wage. It increases to $14 an hour on Jan. 1 for non-tipped workers and will reach $15 in a year.

Here are some of the other major changes to Illinois state law as of New Year’s Day:

BAN ON SEMI-AUTOMATIC WEAPONS

The U.S. Supreme Court has failed to take up the case of Illinois’ ban on the sale, possession or manufacture of automatic weapons like the type used in a mass shooting at a 2023July Fourthparade in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park.

The law bans dozens of specific brands or types of rifles and handguns, including .50-caliber guns, attachments and rapid-firing devices. No rifle will be allowed to accommodate more than 10 rounds, with a 15-round limit for handguns.

Those who previously purchased such guns must register them with the Illinois State Police by Jan. 1.

BOOK-BAN PROHIBITION

Libraries that indiscriminately ban books will not be eligible for state funds. They must adopt the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights stating “materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.”

The library association reported that attempts to censor books reached a 20-year high in 2022, especially those with LGBTQ+ themes and those written by people of color.

PAID TIME OFF

Employers will be required to offer paid vacation for any reason. Workers will accrue one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours worked, up to 40 hours total. Employers may offer more than 40 hours and employees may take time off after working for 90 days.

AIR FRESHENERS ALLOWED

Police will no longer be able to pull over a motorist solely because there is an object hanging from their rearview mirror. The law was approved after Daunte Wright was pulled over in Minnesota in 2021 for having a dangling air freshener. He was shot when the officer, reaching for her stun gun, instead grabbed her sidearm.

NO VIDEOCONFERENCING ON THE ROAD

Video meetings, streaming or accessing a social media website while driving will be prohibited. There will be an exception for video on a hands-free or voice-activated device or an application requiring the push of no more than a single button to activate or terminate it.

NO INDOOR VAPING

Vaping or smoking an electronic cigarette or cigar in a public indoor space will be prohibited. The law adds electronic smoking devices to the list of items prohibited in indoor public places under the 2008 Smoke Free Illinois Act, which banned regular tobacco products’ indoor use.

LICENSE-PLATE READER RESTRICTIONS

Interstate agreements between law enforcement agencies must specify that license-plate reader technology not be used on cars driven by women coming into Illinois to have abortions.

SURVEILLANCE DRONES

Following the Highland Park parade shooting, lawmakers approved the use of drones by law enforcement to surveil “routed” or “special events.” The drones may not be equipped with weapons or facial-recognition technology.

DEEPFAKE PORN

Victims of digital forgeries known as deepfake pornography may file civil lawsuits against anyone who shares or threatens to share an image that falsely depicts a person exposing genitalia or other private parts or engaging in a sex act. Identifying the image as materially altered is not a defense to liability.

RESTROOMS MAY BE ALL-GENDER MULTIOCCUPANCY

Businesses have the option of installing restrooms that may be used by any gender simultaneously. Current restrooms may be renovated to accommodate all genders. Urinals may not be included and stalls must have floor-to-ceiling, locking dividers.

VOTER REGISTRATION FOR TEENS

Teenagers may pre-register to vote at age 16 or 17 while obtaining a driver’s license or state identification card at a drivers’ services office run by the secretary of state. When turning 18, the legal voting age, they will already be registered to vote.

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[saintnightshade]

Roadside

It was a crisp night; a veil of low-hanging fog covering a rural forest road, the smell of petrichor was thick from a storm brewing in the distance and a single combo gas station and mini convenience store with bright neon lights stood at one side of the road; all in all, it was just another boring but peaceful night at work. A night of sitting behind the counter or meandering about the inside of the building reorganizing things as you did. There was a small tv used mostly for the news and weather along with the quiet radio that filtered through the stores' speakers, oh the joys of working in a 24-hour station in an isolated area. It was only around 2 in the morning, you still had a few more hours before the morning shift came in to take over.

The fluorescent lights flicker gently as you happen to catch a glimpse of a rather well-maintained old VW van pulling over on the opposite side of the gravel road from the station. It was a pale blue color and littered with various stickers on some parts. Three men slowly emerge from the van at their own pace, you can't help but take notice of their drastic tastes in clothing; not like there’s anything better to do at this hour than people watch when the opportunity arises… The tallest one looks like a dressed-down soldier and surprisingly he pulls out an actual paper map which is kinda weird, the service isn’t that bad out here; something you’re grateful for. The second guy is dressed in bright clothing and is climbing his way onto the top of the van and just… sits there for a minute and intently stares off down the road they came from, like he's looking for something before climbing down and into the back of the van. The last one is dressed all in black, a kind of streetwear look going on, he leans on the front of the van and lights a cigarette. The lights flicker again and you make a mental note to tell the manager about it.

Maybe those three are just double unlucky, lost and with dead phones and they’ve pulled over for a map break. You try to ignore them, not in the mood to go out of your way to be friendly to non-customers especially so late at night but there's something different about the way they carry themselves... At that thought you roll your eyes so hard they might pop out, you must be really bored or the constant buzzing of the fluorescent lights is starting to drive you nuts, you swear it's getting louder and now the tv is being jumpy. The storm must be getting closer. If those guys need help then they’ll just come over and ask for it. Plus walking over to a group of men in the middle of the night is some dumb shit right out of a horror movie.

You whip out your phone and scroll through the various apps, doing nothing in particular when you take a glance at the men again and the one smoking catches your eye and he doesn’t look away… at all. His expression is unwelcoming, with lazy hooded eyes and a frown etched into light brown skin. The radio raises and dips in volume. “Damn.” You think to yourself, got caught staring… when try to play it off and go back to your phone you find that you can’t look away and your thoughts suddenly start to race. It feels like the station is suddenly full of people and you feel a bit lightheaded, nauseous even... Where's that static buzzing noise coming from? These guys... This feels wrong, you don't know why, you can't put your finger on it. Your hair raises on end and something primal is telling you to turn tail and run. Shooting caution to the wind you say fuck it and decide you want these guys gone, how long have they been standing there? Did they move at all? Can they even read that map? And what the hell is going on with the lights and electronics in the station right now? Is the storm going to be that bad?

You muster up all the courage you can and leave the comfort of the well-lit store, your phone gripped tightly in your hand; the map app is thankfully working so you'll just ask where they're headed and give them directions anything to get them out of here. You make your way over to them remembering to plaster on a painfully strained smile, the one smoking notices, he never stopped staring, and scrambles to make his way to you pretty quickly, faster than your walking pace. For a second you think he might straight up deck you in the face or plow right through you without even stopping, he certainly looks intimidating in the lighting. You barely take notice of the lights gently flickering out here too, the outside speakers sounding muffled and garbled. The man in black reaches you quickly on the station's side of the road and suddenly his whole expression and demeanor changes so quickly it could have given you whiplash.

His frown is now a lazy smile to match those eyes, it's smug and gives off the feeling that he knew you wouldn't be able to help yourself... You kind of want to slap that look off his face. He speaks calmly and quietly, what little fire you had going in your gut is snuffed out immediately as his voice draws you in. His voice has you listening so intently it reminds you of a child listening to their mother as she tells you why you should NOT talk to strange men at night. He has your full attention, you hear nothing but him. You manage to exchange pleasantries and the like as he tells you that he and his brothers are fine, they’re just taking a break and have their route figured out already. You don’t have much else to say, they don’t seem to need you or your services. Your gaze lingers on the VW, the back windows are tinted and there's a faint noise coming from it; probably the radio, you're too far away to tell. You continue examining it until the guy in black pops into your vision again. It startled you out of your trance and he asks if you're feeling alright, you nod dumbly and quickly say your goodbyes and wish them good luck and hurriedly turn your back on the three, heading back to the safety of the station. You faintly hear the heavy back doors of the VW open and slam shut, once inside the station you notice the brightly colored one is back on top of the VW. You don't linger on them for long as your head starts to throb and that static noise picks up again, you lock yourself in the break room for the rest of the night. Fuck the night shift.

You didn’t know it but you were lucky you walked away when you did. They don’t like people who pry and they don’t like nosey onlookers, Good Samaritans be damned. They’re working just like you, but their work is different… their work had them pulling over right across from a single gas station with bright neon lights on a crisp night; a thin veil of low-hanging fog covering a rural forest road, the smell of petrichor thick in the air. Their work was in the back of their van putting up a fight again, desperately trying to get the attention of a lone gas station employee, heavily muffled whimpers all they could manage. The brightly colored one had slipped into the van for a reason he had taken care of their work, finishing it. They lingered after to listen to the whispers that came from the woods, praising their good work.

You never gave the encounter a second thought just like you never thought twice about the news of a body found in the river not too far away from the station, VW tracks completely washed away from the storm. You never saw them again and your memory of those unsettling strangers became like static on an old television screen before completely fading away.

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Boredom volume one

Everything is so embarrassing. being genuine makes me cringe. when im not in love with someone i have no idea who i am or what to do all day. i write about how everything is so embarrassing. i buy mint flavored electronic cigarettes and vape until my hands shake, and when i don’t have the plastic tube in my mouth because it dies or runs out i supplement by popping wintergreen breath mints constantly. i have gone through about one container every day since we broke up.

My brain is crumbling, like how i imagine a preserved butterfly wing would if you touched it. Or what would happen to an old Monet if you let the icky oil on all your fingertips mess with the molecules of the paint or whatever. I never realized that my only hobbies were sucking on necks, texting I love yous, and reading books that were earnestly recommended to me. I know how to look at someone with wide disarming eyes and bat my eyelashes, then turn around and joke that I’m not charming; i don’t know how to fill a day by myself. i am crawling inside a huge vat of molasses, armed only with a graph-papered journal and overdue library books. i push my hands and my arms through the inky thick, and once a day or so i get into the car and sting my hands on the black steering wheel that’s absorbed all of the day’s 102 degrees of heat. i go back home. i sit on the couch. sometimes i’m so bored that i talk to the dog. i watch tv until my head hurts from the screen, i check if he still has our photo on his social media pages, the one where he’s sitting in my lap and im wearing a blue striped shirt, his face turned to me in shock, my face a cats-got-your-tongue grin. small miracle he hasn’t taken it down yet, i think every time i check. that’ll probably be the moment when all of this really sets in.

how do voluntarily single people do this, sitting around all day without someone always on your mind, always above you, always whispering in an animal pitch only your ears are tuned to? that wants to know your every impulse, how you are feeling and what you are doing and how you feel about what you are doing? how you feel about how you’re feeling? what are you up to this weekend, omg i wish i could be there with you, i miss you, i love you infinitely, this is real, we’re forever. i feel like the channel my brain was tuned to, thought it would always be tuned to, got disconnected, turned to static before i could put my feet down firmly on the ground. 

i’ve asked about four of my friends to recommend hobbies to me. one said that i should start styling people; i used to like clothes, but now im too apathetic to buy them, or care about how many rolls of fat they produce on my waistline, one or two. one friend said that i should spend a month just sleeping with women and turning myself lesbian again, and that i should’ve known being with a guy was a futile exercise. two of the others smiled uncomfortably, without teeth. one is in a relationship, about to move in with her girlfriend. i feel that her reticence to acknowledge my situation, much less provide any advice on it, is reflective of her own fear that the same thing will happen to her, when there is more at stake and it’s not as easy as going back to school and saying hi in the hallways instead of hosting giggly sleepovers every other night. 

which is not to say that going back to school will be easy. we have all our stuff in storage together. I haven’t even broken it to him that I lost the key to the unit yet, but I’m hoping i get it handled before i have to break the news in the first place. it’s a thirty minute drive away, with him, which means plenty of silent time to remember how he used to look at me when i would drive and he took passenger, how i would put my hand on the side of his thigh, and how the day we put our stuff there in the first place, i let him sleep and listened to music on earphones because it turns out Uhaul vans don’t have speakers. Surprise! That day, we couldn’t connect our phones, so I played the radio, because silence kills me, it kills me, and Katy Perry came on, “Last friday night”, and i asked if it was okay how loud it was, because he had a headache. He said “of course, of course, it’s fine.” but there was this pained expression on his face for a couple minutes, and when I turned it off he said “Thank God! I hated it.” Us in a nutshell I suppose. Cheers to August.

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Also, and I know this has nothing to do with your health, but children in the Congo are dying everyday so people can smoke single use disposable vapes.

These Congolese kids are forced to mine cobalt for the lithium batteries that are used in all major vapes and e-cigarettes. Even if you don’t care about your own health, children don’t deserve to die for it.

We literally want you all to live long lives. Lung cancer isn’t a joke. Stop vaping for yourself and stop vaping for the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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I know I sound like your mom but you kids need to stop fucking vaping

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Electronic Cigarette   Introduction Known as electronic cigarette, e-cig, e-cigarette or smokeless cigarette, this revolutionary product innovation is basically a vaporiser powered by battery to simulate the smoking of tobacco. It is transforming the entire process of inhaling nicotine through combustion into an electronic heat-and-vaporise procedure. Although they do not contain tobacco or produce smoke like conventional cigarettes, electronic cigarettes use nicotine which is obtained from tobacco plants. First appearing in a 1963 US patent but developed in 2003 in China and later introduced to the US in 2007, electronic cigarettes are basically vaporisers that use heating elements to atomise e-liquids, which are simply liquid solutions. This is part of the journey the tobacco industry has made in a very short period, including considerable design, regulatory and legislative advancements. It is opined by satisfied consumers and manufacturers that the electronic cigarette is a safer alternative to conventional tobacco cigarettes that result in millions of deaths annually. However, health experts also present differing opinions regarding safety and health concerns, arguing that manufacturers are not disclosing either all or the correct ingredients in their products. This essay will present a literature review on the innovation of electronic cigarettes and the impact it has made on modern life. The literature review will further compare the electronic cigarette with the conventional cigarette and justify that the innovation is having a negative impact on modern life. Different types of business innovations aim at accessing their targeted markets in rejuvenated and more appealing ways and, generally, to improve lifestyles. The innovations take as many forms as the products may dictate, with the common ones being product innovation, modular innovation, systems innovation, process innovation, incremental innovation and radical innovation (BSI 2012, p. 214). Modular innovation will commonly involve changes and enhancements in an existing innovation’s single component or more, but the basic product largely remains the same. On the other hand, systems innovations involve greater infrastructural and functional changes. In the case of the electronic cigarette, it does not exactly fit the category of a radical innovation because it was not meant to replace conventional smoking. Rather, since it was presented as a cheaper, safer and healthier alternative, it is a product innovation. Product innovations usually offer a wider range of products from which the consumers can choose. In terms of business Read the full article

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STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Disposable Vape: A Complete Guide

The STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco disposable vape is a high-quality vaping device designed for those who enjoy a smooth and rich tobacco flavour. It offers a long-lasting experience with up to 8000 puffs, making it a great choice for vapers who want convenience and performance.

This article will cover everything you need to know about the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco disposable vape, including its features, benefits, potential risks, and tips for choosing the right one.

What is the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Disposable Vape?

The STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco disposable vape is a single-use vaping device that comes pre-filled with e-liquid. It has a built-in battery, so there is no need for refilling or charging. Once the e-liquid runs out, you dispose of the device and replace it with a new one.

This vape is designed for those who prefer a classic tobacco taste without the harshness of traditional cigarettes. It delivers a smooth and satisfying flavour, making it a great option for ex-smokers or tobacco lovers.

How Does the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Vape Work?

The STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco vape has a simple and effective design. It includes three main parts:

Battery – Powers the device and heats the coil.

Coil – Warms the e-liquid to produce vapour.

E-Liquid Chamber – Holds the flavoured nicotine liquid.

There are no buttons or settings to adjust. The device is draw-activated, meaning you just inhale to start vaping. The battery lasts as long as the e-liquid, ensuring that you get consistent vapour production until the device is empty.

Benefits of the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Vape

Many vapers choose the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco disposable vape for its convenience and premium performance. Here are some key benefits:

1. Long-Lasting Puffs

With up to 8000 puffs, this device lasts much longer than standard disposable vapes.

2. Rich Tobacco Flavour

The smooth and bold tobacco taste closely mimics traditional cigarettes, providing a satisfying experience.

3. No Maintenance Required

There is no need for refilling, charging, or cleaning. Simply use and dispose.

4. Strong Battery Life

The built-in battery is designed to last until the e-liquid runs out, so you don’t have to worry about recharging.

5. Compact and Portable

Its sleek and lightweight design makes it easy to carry in your pocket or bag.

6. No Harsh Smoke or Odour

Unlike cigarettes, the STLTH 8K Pro produces vapour instead of smoke, leaving no lingering smell on clothes or surroundings.

7. Easy to Use

There are no buttons, coils, or settings—just inhale and enjoy.

Potential Risks of the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Vape

While the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco vape has many advantages, there are some risks to consider.

1. Nicotine Content

Most STLTH 8K Pro vapes contain nicotine, which is addictive. It’s important to choose a nicotine strength that suits your needs.

2. Disposable Waste

Because it is a single-use device, it contributes to electronic waste. Proper disposal is necessary to reduce environmental impact.

3. Limited Customisation

Unlike refillable vapes, you cannot change the e-liquid or adjust settings on this device.

4. Risk of Counterfeit Products

Some sellers offer fake STLTH vapes that may contain harmful ingredients. Always buy from trusted retailers.

How to Choose the Right STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Vape

When selecting an STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco vape, consider the following:

1. Nicotine Strength

STLTH vapes come in different nicotine levels. If you are new to vaping, a lower strength may be better. If you are switching from cigarettes, a higher strength may suit you.

2. Puff Count

The STLTH 8K Pro offers 8000 puffs, making it a long-lasting option compared to standard disposables.

3. Authenticity

To avoid fake products, buy from official retailers and check for security seals.

4. Price

While this vape is a premium product, it is cost-effective because of its high puff count and durable battery.

How to Use the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Vape

Using this disposable vape is quick and simple. Follow these steps:

Unpack the device – Remove it from the packaging.

Check for a protective cover – Some devices have a mouthpiece cap. Remove it before use.

Inhale gently – Take slow and steady puffs to activate the device and enjoy the flavour.

Dispose of it properly – When the vape is empty, recycle it at an appropriate disposal bin for electronic waste.

Tips for a Better Vaping Experience

Store properly – Keep your vape in a cool, dry place.

Take steady puffs – Avoid inhaling too hard, as this may affect vapour production.

Stay hydrated – Vaping can sometimes cause dry mouth, so drink plenty of water.

Replace when needed – If the flavour fades or vapour decreases, it’s time for a new one.

Is the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco Vape Right for You?

This vape is perfect for those who love the taste of rich tobacco and want a hassle-free, long-lasting vaping experience. It is ideal for casual vapers, travellers, and former smokers who want a simple yet satisfying alternative.

However, if you prefer customisation or refillable options, a traditional vape kit might be a better choice.

Final Thoughts

The STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco disposable vape is a top-quality device that offers a smooth, classic tobacco flavour, a long-lasting battery, and a high puff count. It is easy to use, requires no maintenance, and delivers consistent performance.

While it has many advantages, it is important to consider its nicotine content and environmental impact. Always buy from reputable brands, choose the right nicotine strength, and dispose of used vapes responsibly.

If you are looking for a premium, long-lasting disposable vape with a rich tobacco taste, the STLTH 8K Pro Rich Tobacco vape could be the perfect choice.

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How Disposable Vapes Impact Modern Daily Vaping Life

Disposable vapes have revolutionized the vaping industry, becoming a defining feature of modern daily vaping life. Their convenience, portability, and ease of use have made them a popular choice for both seasoned vapers and newcomers alike. However, their rise has also sparked debates about their environmental, social, and health impacts. Here’s a closer look at how disposable vapes are shaping the vaping landscape:

1. Convenience and Accessibility: Disposable vapes have made vaping more accessible than ever. Unlike traditional vaping devices that require maintenance, refilling, and charging, disposable vapes come pre-filled with e-liquid and are ready to use straight out of the package. This plug-and-play design appeals to busy individuals who want a hassle-free vaping experience. For many, disposable vapes have become a go-to option for on-the-go use, fitting seamlessly into modern, fast-paced lifestyles.

2. Discreet and Portable Design: The compact and lightweight design of disposable vapes makes them easy to carry in pockets or bags, allowing users to vape discreetly whenever they choose. This portability has contributed to their widespread adoption, especially among younger adults and urban professionals. However, their discreet nature has also raised concerns about underage use and public vaping in restricted areas.

3. Flavor Variety and Appeal: Disposable vapes are known for their wide range of flavors, from fruity and dessert-inspired options to classic tobacco and menthol. This variety has made vaping more enjoyable and personalized, attracting users who might have been hesitant to try traditional cigarettes or more complex vaping devices. The flavor innovation in disposable vapes has played a significant role in their popularity, making them a staple in modern vaping culture.

4. Environmental Concerns: While disposable vapes offer convenience, their single-use nature has raised significant environmental concerns. Most disposable vapes are not recyclable, leading to electronic waste and plastic pollution. The lithium-ion batteries inside these devices, if not disposed of properly, can also pose environmental hazards. As awareness grows, there is increasing pressure on manufacturers to develop more sustainable solutions, such as biodegradable materials or recycling programs.

5. Health and Regulation: Disposable vapes have sparked debates about their health implications. While they are often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, the long-term effects of vaping are still not fully understood. The high nicotine content in many disposable vapes has also raised concerns about addiction, particularly among younger users. Governments and health organizations worldwide are implementing stricter regulations to address these issues, including flavor bans and age restrictions.

6. Social and Cultural Impact: Disposable vapes have become a cultural phenomenon, influencing social trends and behaviors. They are often seen as a lifestyle accessory, with sleek designs and trendy flavors appealing to a younger demographic. However, their widespread use has also led to concerns about normalization and the potential for non-smokers to take up vaping. The social acceptance of disposable vapes has made them a common sight in public spaces, workplaces, and social gatherings.

7. Economic Influence: The disposable vape market has grown exponentially, creating a lucrative industry for manufacturers and retailers. Their affordability and low upfront cost have made them an attractive option for consumers, driving sales and competition in the vaping industry. However, the economic impact extends beyond profits, as governments grapple with the costs of regulating the market and addressing public health concerns.

8. Shifting Vaping Habits: Disposable vapes have changed the way people vape. For many, they serve as an entry point into the world of vaping, offering a simple and approachable alternative to traditional smoking. For others, they have become a preferred choice over bulkier, more complex devices. This shift in habits has influenced the development of new products and technologies, with manufacturers focusing on convenience and user experience.

Conclusion: Disposable vapes have undeniably transformed modern daily vaping life, offering unparalleled convenience and variety. However, their impact extends beyond individual users, affecting the environment, public health, and society at large. As the vaping industry continues to evolve, finding a balance between innovation and responsibility will be key to ensuring a sustainable and safe future for vaping. Whether disposable vapes remain a dominant force or give way to more eco-friendly alternatives, their influence on modern vaping culture is undeniable.

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The Rising Popularity of Raz Vape Disposable Vapes in the USA: A Detailed Look

In the ever-growing vaping industry, one brand that has gained significant attention in the United States is Raz Vape. Known for its disposable vape pens, Raz Vape has quickly made a name for itself, offering an experience that is both user-friendly and innovative. With its sleek design, a variety of flavors, and ease of use, Raz Vape disposable vapes have become a go-to choice for both seasoned vapers and newcomers to the market.

But what is driving the success of Raz Vape in the USA market? In this blog, we will delve into the reasons behind the increasing demand for Raz Vape's disposable vapes, the factors contributing to its popularity, and the broader trends in the vaping industry that have made disposable vapes a consumer favorite.

What Are Disposable Vapes and Why Are They So Popular?

Disposable vapes are single-use electronic cigarettes that are pre-filled with e-liquid and require no refilling or recharging. They are designed to be discarded once the e-liquid runs out, making them incredibly convenient for users who don't want to deal with maintenance or the complexity of traditional vaping devices.

Disposable vapes like Raz Vape are gaining traction for several reasons:

Simplicity: No refills, no charging, just use and dispose. This simplicity makes them ideal for people who are just starting to vape or those who prefer a hassle-free experience.

Compact Design: Disposable vapes are small, portable, and easy to carry around, making them perfect for on-the-go users.

Variety of Flavors: Raz Vape offers a wide array of flavors, allowing users to customize their vaping experience. Whether you prefer fruity, minty, or dessert-like flavors, there’s something for everyone.

Why is Raz Vape Gaining Popularity in the USA?

Raz Vape has carved out a significant niche in the competitive US vaping market, thanks to a combination of factors that align with current consumer preferences. Let’s take a deeper look into why Raz Vape is in high demand across the USA.

1. Convenience at Its Best

One of the main selling points of disposable vapes is their convenience. With no need to refill e-liquids or worry about battery life, disposable vapes like Raz Vape offer a quick and easy experience. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned vaper, you can simply grab a disposable vape, take it out of the packaging, and enjoy an instant vaping experience.

For many people, the no-maintenance feature of disposable vapes is one of their most appealing qualities. In the fast-paced world we live in, people are often looking for products that save them time and effort, and disposable vapes meet this need perfectly.

2. Affordability and Accessibility

Raz Vape’s pricing structure is another reason behind its growing demand in the US. Traditional vaping devices, such as mods and tanks, require an upfront investment in hardware, and some may also require ongoing maintenance costs. On the other hand, disposable vapes are typically priced lower and offer a cost-effective way to try out different flavors without the need to invest in expensive devices.

For many users, the affordable pricing of Raz Vape products makes them accessible and ideal for anyone on a budget. Additionally, they are widely available in convenience stores, smoke shops, and online retailers, making it easy for customers to access them quickly.

3. A Wide Variety of Flavors

When it comes to vaping, flavor plays a huge role in the overall experience. Raz Vape has built its reputation by offering a diverse range of flavors that cater to all kinds of taste preferences. From refreshing mint and fruit combinations to sweet dessert-inspired flavors, Raz Vape has something for every palate.

This variety of flavors is one of the reasons why disposable vapes like Raz Vape are so attractive to customers. They allow users to experiment and find the flavor that best suits their individual tastes, making vaping more enjoyable and customizable.

4. Health-Conscious Alternatives

Many smokers are turning to vaping as a perceived healthier alternative to traditional smoking. Though vaping is not without risks, it is considered to be less harmful than smoking cigarettes. Disposable vapes like Raz Vape provide an appealing option for smokers who want to reduce their exposure to harmful chemicals while still satisfying their nicotine cravings.

While there is ongoing debate about the safety of vaping, it is clear that health-conscious smokers are increasingly seeking alternatives, and disposable vapes are filling that gap. With Raz Vape offering nicotine-strength options that help users gradually reduce their nicotine intake, it provides a convenient transition for those looking to quit smoking.

5. Influence of Social Media and Pop Culture

Social media has played a significant role in driving the popularity of vaping products, and Raz Vape is no exception. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are filled with influencers and content creators who showcase their vaping experiences. Disposable vapes, with their sleek design and ease of use, are particularly appealing to younger generations who are active on social media.

As influencers endorse disposable vape products and share their experiences, the trend of vaping continues to grow. Raz Vape’s stylish design and variety of flavors make it easy to capture the attention of young consumers who are always on the lookout for the next trend.

Challenges and Regulation

While disposable vapes are undeniably popular, they also face challenges related to regulation. The vaping industry in the United States is heavily regulated, and lawmakers have taken steps to address concerns about the health implications of vaping, particularly among younger users. In 2020, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned certain flavored e-cigarettes, including fruity and candy flavors, to curb their appeal to minors.

Despite these regulations, Raz Vape and other brands have continued to thrive by complying with local laws and offering a variety of nicotine strengths. Disposable vapes are also marketed with an emphasis on adult use, and many brands are working to ensure they meet age restrictions to avoid selling to underage consumers.

What’s Next for Raz Vape in the USA?

As the demand for disposable vapes continues to grow, Raz Vape is well-positioned to expand its market share in the US. However, to stay competitive, the brand will need to continue innovating and adapting to regulatory changes. Offering new flavors, improved designs, and maintaining a focus on quality will be crucial to maintaining customer loyalty.

Moreover, as online shopping becomes increasingly popular, Raz Vape can capitalize on this trend by strengthening its e-commerce presence. By offering hassle-free online ordering and delivery, the brand can reach a wider audience and continue to build its customer base.

Conclusion

Raz Vape has undoubtedly tapped into the rising demand for disposable vapes in the USA. Its combination of affordability, convenience, variety, and appealing design has made it a favorite among vaping enthusiasts and newcomers alike. While the industry faces challenges, particularly regarding regulations, the popularity of disposable vapes like Raz Vape flavors is expected to continue growing. As the vaping landscape evolves, Raz Vape will likely remain a leading player, adapting to consumer preferences and regulatory changes to meet the ever-growing demand in the US market.