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Archive: August 2015 (20 Posts)

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FALQs: Laws Related to Hunting Lions in Zimbabwe

Posted by: Hanibal Goitom

This blog post is part of our Frequently Asked Legal Questions series. The recent killing of a lion named Cecil in Zimbabwe has been widely reported and discussed both in social media and by traditional media outlets.  Three individuals were allegedly involved in the act: an American citizen who traveled to Zimbabwe, with reports stating that he …

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Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes in Germany

Posted by: Jenny Gesley

The emergence of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) is a recent phenomenon. E-cigarettes are battery-operated products that typically resemble conventional cigarettes. Instead of tobacco, they contain cartridges filled with liquids that are generally composed of nicotine, flavor, and other chemicals. During consumption, the liquids are heated and thereby vaporize. Because e-cigarettes are relatively new and potential risks are still …