US Coast Guard seizes £72m cocaine from Venezuelan boat
Exclusive footage reveals US Coast Guard's daring high-seas operation intercepting a suspected Venezuelan drug vessel carrying 2,400kg of cocaine worth £72 million in Caribbean waters.
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Selfie sparks police raid leading to drug convictions
A topless photograph shared on social media triggered a sophisticated police investigation that uncovered a dangerous drug operation in South Wales, leading to multiple arrests and convictions.
Aussie Mining Stock Skyrockets Nearly 500% in Shock Rally
In one of the most remarkable stock market performances of the year, little-known mining company Flynn Gold witnesses near-500% share price explosion, defying market expectations and creating millionaires overnight.
Brit faces death penalty over 24kg meth bust in Thailand
Shocking footage reveals moment UK tourist, 23, is arrested at Thai airport with nearly 24kg of crystal meth in his suitcase - now facing possible execution under the country's strict drug laws.
NCA dismantles drug smuggling ring at Heathrow Airport
A sophisticated criminal network smuggling cocaine from South America into the UK via European airports has been dismantled by the National Crime Agency following a major operation at Heathrow.
State education drive parents to private tutors
Exclusive investigation reveals how competitive state education is driving a tutoring boom, with parents spending thousands to secure places at top comprehensive schools.
Windsor Castle Bust Mystery Solved After 160 Years
A stunning discovery at Windsor Castle reveals a marble bust long believed to be Prince Albert was actually created for Queen Victoria's heartbroken daughter Princess Victoria following her father's tragic death. Royal historians uncover the truth 160 yea
Russia detains Vietnamese nationals in immigration bust
Exclusive: Russian authorities have dismantled a major alleged illegal immigration ring in Moscow, detaining over a dozen Vietnamese nationals. The operation raises serious questions about human trafficking routes into Europe.
Yacht race cocaine smugglers jailed for 111 years
A sophisticated criminal gang who attempted to smuggle £50 million worth of cocaine into the UK hidden on a yacht competing in a major transatlantic race has been jailed for a total of 111 years. The elaborate plot was uncovered by the National Crime Agen
London Commuter House Prices Soar £40k in a Year
Homeowners in London's commuter belt are cashing in as property valuations skyrocket, with areas like Bromley and Surrey seeing unprecedented growth. Discover the latest market surge and what it means for buyers and sellers.
K-Pop 'Exorcism' Video Sparks 300% Tourism Boom
A viral K-Pop music video featuring demon hunters has triggered an unprecedented tourism surge to a remote South Korean village, with visitors flocking to its 'exorcism' locations.
Cocaine Alligator Found in New Orleans Drug Bust
A missing alligator from a Chilean zoo is discovered in a New Orleans drug den, revealing a shocking international wildlife and narcotics trafficking operation.
The Block Explodes: Betrayal and Record $50k Bid Stun Fans
Drama reaches fever pitch on The Block as a controversial body corporate decision sparks a furious fallout between the couples, while a stunning guest bedroom reveal sends one team's house value skyrocketing.
Texas Boom Town Backlash: Cypress Revolts Against Construction
The Houston suburb of Cypress, once a quiet haven, is now the epicentre of a Texas-sized property boom. But as thousands of new homes sprout overnight, long-time locals are up in arms over crippling traffic, overcrowded schools, and the loss of their comm
How Devon's 'Dubai' Property Boom Spectacularly Collapsed
The glittering promise of a 'Devonshire Dubai' has faded as a multi-million pound property bubble bursts in a once-sleepy fishing town, leaving a trail of abandoned projects and financial woes in its wake.
Cocaine Surfing Kingpin Jailed for 16 Years
A Devon surfer who masterminded a daring plot to smuggle £4 million worth of cocaine into the UK via the Atlantic Ocean has been jailed for 16 years. Arthur Noel, 44, used his surfing expertise to orchestrate the high-seas drug run, but was caught in a ma
British pair face death penalty in Bali cocaine bust
Two British nationals have been paraded in handcuffs in Bali after being arrested on accusations of attempting to smuggle cocaine. The pair now faces the grim possibility of Indonesia's ultimate punishment.
UK's 'Baby Generation' as Birth Rate Soars to Decade High
New ONS data reveals a surprising 3.9% surge in UK births in 2023, marking the highest number in a decade and signalling a potential new 'baby generation' for the nation.
Drug dealer's astonishing reaction to £50k cocaine find
Shocking bodycam footage captures the bizarre reaction of a drug dealer in Westminster after officers uncover a massive cocaine haul hidden in a stolen vehicle.
New York Office Market Booms as Remote Work Fades
Contrary to forecasts of an urban exodus, New York City's commercial property market is experiencing a record-breaking resurgence, with soaring rents and plummeting vacancies signalling a powerful return to the office.
UK Seaside Resorts Reap £5BN from Heatwave Boom
Britain's coastal hotspots experience a record-breaking summer as the heatwave and 'staycation' trend fuel a £5 billion economic boom, with visitor numbers soaring.
Sydney House Prices Hit Record $1.6M Average
New data reveals Sydney's average house price has soared to a staggering $1,629,515 AUD, defying interest rate pressures and cementing its status as Australia's most expensive property market.
US sinks Venezuelan 'narco-sub' in major cocaine bust
In a major counter-narcotics operation, a US Coastguard team from the USS Margaret Chase Thatcher intercepted and scuttled a semi-submersible vessel smuggling over two tonnes of cocaine from Venezuela.
Billionaires Transform UK's 'Most Deprived' Seaside Town
Jaywick Sands, once dubbed the UK's most deprived area, is now attracting a wave of ultra-wealthy investors and property buyers, transforming its landscape and sparking a dramatic social shift.
Melbourne Property Prices Surge in Biggest Jump for 14 Years
Defying Australia's cost-of-living crisis, Melbourne's property market has staged a stunning comeback, recording its strongest quarterly growth in 14 years. Exclusive data reveals the suburbs leading the charge and why experts predict the boom is far from
UK's hottest summer sparks insect invasion: wasps & cockroaches boom
Experts warn of a surge in wasps, cockroaches, and bedbugs across the UK, driven by the hottest summer on record. Discover the hotspots and how to protect your home.
Guyana Election: Ali Claims Win, Opposition Alleges Fraud
Guyana's President Irfaan Ali declares a landslide victory in the 2025 general election. The opposition cries foul as the nation's unprecedented oil wealth hangs in the balance.
Melbourne's Young Millionaires Drive Luxury Property Boom
Melbourne's luxury real estate market is booming as a new generation of young, wealthy entrepreneurs snap up multi-million dollar mansions, defying economic trends and setting new records.
British Teen Caught with £420k Cannabis in Thailand
A 19-year-old British tourist's holiday in Thailand turned into a catastrophe after authorities at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport discovered a staggering 12kg of cannabis, worth over £420,000, hidden in his suitcases. The teen claims he was duped into bei
America's Sunbelt States Experience Unprecedented Property Boom
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic property boom across the US Sunbelt. Discover why cities like Austin, Nashville, and Phoenix are attracting a flood of new residents and investment, reshaping the American real estate landscape.
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