51.   FIA has long argued cigarette ads do not prompt people to start smoking, but only help consumers make a choice between brands.

52.   In lively arguments, the Supreme Court considered Wednesday whether state curbs on cigarette ads are unconstitutional or regulatory overkill.

53.   In response, Massachusetts passed a separate ban on cigarette ads in stores near schools or playgrounds.

54.   Many newspapers, tabloids and magazines also reap profits from running cigarette ads.

55.   The ban on cigarette ads is scheduled to come into force next year, but FIA has called for immediate guarantees before approving another Belgian Grand Prix.

56.   The law banning cigarette ads does permit exceptions in cases such as international sporting events.

57.   The ministers debated outlawing cigarette ads everywhere except at stores selling tobacco.

58.   The tobacco companies also say the limits are pre-empted by federal standards on cigarette ads.

59.   The tobacco companies also say the advertising limits are pre-empted by federal standards on cigarette ads.

60.   They are especially responsive to cigarette ads and promotional products.