NSW Prisons Lockdown as Guards Strike Over Safety
Correctional officers across New South Wales have walked off the job, plunging the state's prison system into complete lockdown amid escalating concerns about staff safety and chronic understaffing.
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NSW housing density scheme fails affordability test
Exclusive investigation reveals how New South Wales' flagship infill housing policy is delivering luxury apartments instead of promised affordable homes, exacerbating Sydney's housing crisis.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
Las Vegas tourist hit with £1,800 smoking fine
A British holidaymaker's Las Vegas getaway turned into a financial nightmare after being slapped with a staggering $2,300 fine for smoking in a Rio Hotel room. Discover how hotels are cracking down on smoking violations and how to avoid costly penalties.
Richard Madeley's 60-a-day smoking confession
Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley reveals his astonishing 60-a-day smoking habit and the terrifying health warning that made him quit cold turkey.
San Sebastián bans beach smoking and restricts dogs
The Spanish coastal paradise of San Sebastián introduces sweeping new regulations prohibiting smoking on beaches and restricting dog access, transforming the tourist experience in one of Europe's most beautiful destinations.
NHS rolls out stop-smoking drug nationwide
The NHS has made varenicline, a highly effective stop-smoking medication, available through a new prescription service, potentially helping millions quit tobacco for good.
UK urged to ban cigarette filters over health and environment
Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
Gwyneth Paltrow reveals why she quit smoking after 7 years
Hollywood star Gwyneth Paltrow opens up about the life-changing moment that made her quit smoking for good, revealing the surprising health wake-up call that transformed her lifestyle.
Starmer's smoking ban to create UK's first smoke-free generation
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious smoking ban legislation that would create the UK's first 'smoke-free generation' with groundbreaking restrictions on tobacco sales.
EU Considering Total Ban on Cigarettes
Brussels officials are exploring radical proposals to phase out cigarette sales across member states, potentially creating Europe's first smoke-free generation in decades.
Starmer to scrap smoking ban and seek better Brexit deal
Keir Starmer announces dramatic policy shifts including abandoning the smoking ban for younger generations and seeking major improvements to the UK's Brexit deal with Europe.
Quit Smoking At Any Age To Slash Cancer Risk
Groundbreaking research shows quitting smoking delivers rapid health benefits regardless of age, with cancer risk dropping significantly within years of stopping.
Quit smoking to slash dementia risk, study finds
New research reveals quitting smoking significantly reduces dementia risk in older adults, offering powerful motivation for smokers to kick the habit and protect brain health.
Quit smoking to protect memory and slash dementia risk
New research shows quitting smoking can dramatically improve memory and significantly reduce dementia risk, offering hope for millions of smokers concerned about cognitive decline.
Why planes have ashtrays when smoking is banned
Discover the fascinating safety regulation that keeps ashtrays in aircraft lavatories decades after smoking was prohibited on flights.
Boy, 11, dies in ute rollover while driving illegally
A community mourns as an 11-year-old boy loses his life in a horrific ute rollover in northern NSW, with another child injured in the devastating incident that occurred while the vehicle was being driven illegally.
Court blocks Sydney Opera House pro-Palestine march
A planned pro-Palestine demonstration at Sydney Opera House has been prohibited by the NSW Supreme Court following police warnings of significant safety risks and potential public disorder.
WHO demands UK Parliament ban tobacco promotion
World Health Organisation investigation reveals how tobacco firms exploit parliamentary rules for promotion, calling for immediate ban on smoking in Palace of Westminster.
Greens and Christian Lobby unite against late-night pokies
In a surprising political move, the Greens and Australian Christian Lobby have formed an unlikely coalition to push for a 10pm shutdown of poker machines across New South Wales, citing gambling harm reduction.
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet resigns amid integrity probe
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet has abruptly resigned from politics following a scathing anti-corruption report and internal party pressure, triggering a leadership contest in Australia's most populous state.
NSW Psychiatrists Win 20% Pay Rise After Health Dispute
Psychiatrists across New South Wales' public hospitals have won a significant 20% salary increase following a successful dispute resolution with NSW Health, addressing long-standing workforce retention concerns.
Court finds issues with NSW Police strip searches
A landmark court ruling has exposed systemic issues with NSW Police strip search practices, prompting urgent calls for reform and raising serious human rights concerns.
Parents' smoking ages teenagers biologically
Shocking new research shows teenagers with smoking parents age faster biologically, facing increased risk of cancer and heart disease regardless of their own habits.
Mal Lanyon appointed new NSW Police Commissioner
In a major shake-up for law enforcement, Deputy Commissioner Mal Lanyon has been named as the next NSW Police Commissioner, succeeding Karen Webb who steps down after a challenging tenure marked by controversy.
NSW Schools Ban ChatGPT After Student Misuse
Public schools in New South Wales have blocked access to the AI chatbot ChatGPT after students were caught using the technology to complete assignments and disrupt lessons, raising urgent questions about AI in education.
Sydney CBD 30km/h Speed Limit Proposed for Safety
Transport for NSW proposes slashing speed limits to 30km/h in Sydney's CBD and inner-city villages like Surry Hills and Darlinghurst in a bold move to drastically reduce pedestrian accidents and fatalities.
Smoking kills 8 million people a year, report reveals
A landmark global health report exposes the devastating toll of smoking, with 8 million deaths per year and a profound impact on both smokers and those exposed to second-hand smoke. Experts are calling for urgent government action.
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