British drug mules shamed in police crackdown
UK police expose British nationals caught smuggling drugs abroad, revealing their identities in a bold anti-trafficking campaign.
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Brits jailed for cannabis smuggling in Zimbabwe
Two young Britons have been sentenced to six years in prison after being caught with suitcases packed with 150lb of cannabis at Zimbabwe's airport, bound for Thailand.
Cocaine 'mother ships' circling UK in cartel operation
Exclusive investigation uncovers how drug cartels are using 'mother ships' to flood Britain with cocaine, evading authorities in a high-stakes maritime game.
$1.5M Meth Bust in Adelaide Suburb
A couple in Adelaide's Salisbury suburb has been arrested after police uncovered a massive methamphetamine stash worth $1.5 million hidden in their home.
Cornwall beach chase nabs drug smugglers
A dramatic coastal pursuit in Cornwall led to the arrest of suspected drug smugglers after a high-speed chase along the beach. Read the full story.
Drug gangs using UK public transport as 'mother ships'
The National Crime Agency warns of criminal gangs using buses and trains to distribute drugs across the UK, with a surge in 'county lines' operations.
UK's Biggest Drug Dealer Linked to Royal Scandal
A notorious drug trafficker with alleged ties to the royal family has been exposed in a shocking new report. Discover the explosive details behind this high-profile case.
IAG reports record profits as travel demand rebounds
International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, has announced soaring profits as passenger numbers rebound post-pandemic. The airline giant is capitalising on strong demand for air travel, particularly in long-haul routes.
UK retail sales slump sparks calls for government action
Retail sales in the UK have plummeted, prompting calls for Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to intervene. Rising inflation and weak consumer demand continue to squeeze the sector.
Deadly nitazenes fuel UK opioid crisis
A surge in nitazene-related deaths has sparked alarm across the UK, with experts warning of a growing synthetic opioid crisis.
Drug kingpin jailed for running UK cannabis empire
A drug lord who flaunted his wealth with a Bentley and luxury lifestyle has been sentenced to six years in prison for operating multiple cannabis farms across Britain, using a historic Roman property as his base.
Netflix Fans Demand Season 2 – Will Streaming Giant Listen?
Viewers are rallying for a second season of a beloved Netflix series, flooding social media with petitions and hashtags. Will the streaming platform give in to fan demands?
Taiwan election results spark China recall demand
Taiwan's recent election results have drawn sharp criticism from China, with Beijing demanding a recall of the vote. The political tension escalates as Taiwan defends its democratic process.
UK drug lord pays £1m of £12m fortune
A high-ranking member of the Kinahan Cartel's UK arm has been ordered to surrender £1 million of his £12 million criminal empire in a major legal blow to organised crime.
Female drug lords dominating UK's underworld
Meet the matriarchs running Britain's drug empires—powerful women who've turned organised crime into a family business. Discover their shocking rise to dominance.
San Francisco’s drug crisis scares away tourists
Sober tourists are avoiding San Francisco due to rampant drug use and public disorder, as California cities grapple with an escalating crisis.
Drug dealers arrested in bed during police raid
Shocking footage shows the moment police stormed a property and arrested suspected drug dealers still in bed. Read the full details of this dramatic raid.
UK teen's tearful drug smuggling plea in Georgia court
Bella Culley, a 19-year-old British woman detained in Georgia on drug smuggling charges, tearfully pleaded with the court while her distraught mother declared her love. The emotional courtroom scene unfolded as the teen faces serious allegations.
Brit Charged with Drug Offences in Thailand
Cameron Bradford, a British national, has been charged with drug-related offences in Thailand, potentially facing severe penalties under the country's strict drug laws.
Australian house prices rise in every capital city
For the first time in four years, every Australian capital city has recorded a simultaneous rise in house prices, driven by high demand and limited supply.
Colorado man arrested with 100K fentanyl pills in Tennessee
A Colorado man faces serious charges after being caught with a staggering 100,000 fentanyl pills in Tennessee, highlighting the ongoing opioid crisis in the US.
Terminally Ill Newsagent Turned Drug Kingpin
A terminally ill newsagent from the UK transformed into a drug kingpin, mirroring the infamous 'Breaking Bad' storyline. Discover the shocking details of his illicit empire.
Ketamine epidemic crippling young Britons
A harrowing look at the rising ketamine epidemic crippling Britain's youth, with shocking health consequences and personal tragedies.
Gangster Granny jailed for £80m drug empire
A 72-year-old grandmother, the mastermind behind a multi-million-pound drug empire, has been sentenced to prison. Discover how she led a family-run criminal network.
Gangster Granny jailed for £80m drug empire
An 80-year-old grandmother, dubbed the 'Gangster Granny', has been sentenced to prison for masterminding a massive £80m drug operation—with her cat allegedly involved in the illicit trade.
Mexican cartels producing deadly drugs in UK labs
Mexican drug cartels are setting up clandestine labs in the UK to produce deadly synthetic opioids, flooding British streets with lethal 'Frankenstein' drugs.
China's heatwave drives record electricity demand
China faces an extreme heatwave, pushing electricity consumption to record highs amid rising temperatures and climate concerns.
China's electricity demand hits record high in heatwave
China's power grid faces unprecedented strain as extreme summer temperatures drive electricity consumption to historic highs, testing infrastructure resilience.
London house prices surge as WFH bubble bursts
The work-from-home boom that drove buyers out of London has reversed, sending property prices in the capital skyrocketing. Discover why the remote work bubble burst and what it means for the housing market.
Boomtown Festival MDMA death sparks drug safety row
The grieving parents of a young reveller who died from an MDMA overdose at Boomtown Festival have criticised event organisers for inadequate drug safety measures.
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