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News theexamination.org 4 months ago
Is it safe to drink Red Bull and vodka? Dubious research tied to the company has shaped energy drink policy.
The company paid scientists whose studies largely found that mixing energy drinks and alcohol isn't harmful, contrary to most research.
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News theexamination.org 6 months ago
We figured out the deadliest company in the world. You've probably never heard of it.
China Tobacco's products have likely caused at least 57 million deaths since 1990. No other company comes close, our analysis shows.
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News theexamination.org 3 years ago
Video: How a tobacco giant changed a global anti-tobacco treaty
Smoking rates have declined dramatically in much of the world since the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control was signed 20 years ago. But not in China - and its people are suffering the consequences.
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News theexamination.org 3 years ago
The food industry pays 'influencer' dietitians to shape your eating habits
Registered dietitians are being paid to post videos that promote diet soda, sugar and supplements on Instagram and TikTok.
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News theexamination.org 3 years ago
How China became addicted to its tobacco monopoly
For two decades, China Tobacco has undermined a landmark anti-smoking treaty. Millions more deaths are predicted as a result.
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