Yes, it won’t work. But tobacco use in the Maldives has apparently not followed the trend of the rest of the world since the 50s. From the article:

Smoking is especially prevalent among young people, with nearly half of those ages 13 to 15 consuming some form of tobacco.

Half is insane.

The New York statue, in Union Square was removed early that afternoon; the New York City Parks Department made a statement that it “stands firmly against any unpermitted erection in city parks, no matter how small”.

Gold.