US Immigration Operation 'Charlotte's Web' Concludes
A major federal immigration operation in North Carolina, resulting in hundreds of arrests, has been officially terminated. Discover the full story behind the crackdown's end.
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Man faces 20 years for smuggling parakeets in trousers
A man who claimed a bulge in his trousers was 'all him' is facing 20 years in prison for smuggling two critically endangered, sedated parakeets. Read the full story.
Former CBP Officer Sentenced for Drug Trafficking
A former US Customs officer receives a 15-year prison sentence for conspiring with Mexican traffickers to smuggle vast quantities of drugs, including fentanyl, into the United States.
US Border Agents Launch Charlotte Immigration Operation
US Customs and Border Protection personnel are expected in Charlotte for an enforcement operation, prompting community response and solidarity from local leaders.
Child sex doll seized at UK border in shocking discovery
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
US-Mexico Border Wall: A Visual Documentary
Stunning photographic essay reveals the stark reality of America's border landscape, capturing the human stories and physical barriers shaping one of the world's most controversial frontiers.
Singapore seizes £2.3m dinosaur skeletons in smuggling raid
In a dramatic operation, Singaporean officials have confiscated 30 dinosaur skeletons worth millions from a local businessman, uncovering what appears to be one of Asia's largest paleontological smuggling cases.
Devon man convicted for importing child sex doll
A Devon man has been convicted under the Customs and Excise Management Act for importing a child-like sex doll, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK's fight against child exploitation.
£2M gold and jewellery seized at Manchester Airport
Customs officials at Manchester Airport have intercepted a massive smuggling operation, confiscating gold bars and luxury jewellery worth approximately £2 million from passengers arriving from Dubai.
Border agents conducting thousands of warrantless phone searches
US Customs and Border Protection officers are conducting thousands of warrantless phone searches annually, raising serious concerns about digital privacy rights for international travellers.
Labour's Brexit Rebellion: Starmer Under Pressure
Sir Keir Starmer confronts mounting pressure from Labour MPs and members to embrace single market membership, exposing deep party divisions over Britain's future relationship with Europe.
Thai tourist's £10k cash seized at Australian border
A Thai traveller's Australian dream holiday turned into a financial nightmare after border officials discovered £10,000 in undeclared cash hidden throughout his luggage at Sydney Airport.
ICE operation on Manhattan's Canal Street sparks outrage
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers conducted a contentious operation on Manhattan's historic Canal Street, drawing criticism from local leaders and community advocates.
Balloon cigarette smuggling forces Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as criminal gangs deploy hundreds of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes across the border from Belarus, creating major security concerns.
The Complete Guide to Tipping Etiquette in the UK
Master the art of tipping in Britain with this comprehensive guide covering restaurants, hotels, taxis and service charges. Learn when and how much to tip for various services.
MPs: HMRC misses millions from gaming tax gap
A powerful Treasury Committee report reveals HMRC is failing to collect substantial tax revenue from major video game companies, including Fortnite maker Epic Games, urging urgent reforms to tackle digital economy tax avoidance.
French customs block British shellfish in border clash
British shellfish exporters face renewed French customs rejections as border checks intensify under Labour's post-Brexit EU reset, threatening UK fishing industry recovery.
French customs block UK shellfish despite EU reset
French customs officials are rejecting shipments of British shellfish, dealing a fresh blow to UK exporters despite the recent 'reset' agreement between Britain and the European Union.
South Korea seizes £2.6m ketamine in major Jeju Island bust
South Korean authorities intercept 4kg of ketamine worth £2.6 million on Jeju Island, exposing sophisticated drug smuggling operations and growing addiction concerns in East Asia.
Sophisticated smuggling tunnel found at US-Mexico border
Authorities have uncovered a sophisticated cross-border smuggling tunnel stretching from Mexico to California, complete with ventilation, electricity, and rail system in major border security operation.
Chicago refuses Border Patrol cooperation in immigration standoff
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker condemns Texas Governor Greg Abbott's border patrol programme as Chicago authorities refuse to participate in controversial immigration enforcement operations.
Tommy Robinson stopped at Channel border, phone seized
Exclusive footage reveals the moment controversial activist Tommy Robinson was refused entry to France after border officials confiscated his phone and cash for failing to provide PIN codes. The dramatic confrontation at the Channel border has sparked fre
EU Border System Sparks 4-Hour Delays at Prague Airport
Prague Airport becomes testing ground for EU's Entry/Exit System, creating 4-hour queues and raising alarm for UK holidaymakers facing similar chaos this autumn.
Estonia's bizarre Russian territory you drive through
Discover the bizarre border anomaly where Estonian roads briefly dip into Russian territory, creating a diplomatic curiosity and travel peculiarity in rural Estonia.
Pakistan retaliates after border attack kills 7 soldiers
Pakistan launches retaliatory strikes against militant hideouts in Afghanistan following a cross-border assault that killed seven soldiers, escalating regional tensions.
Pakistan strikes Afghanistan after border attack kills soldiers
Tensions escalate as Pakistan launches retaliatory airstrikes targeting militant positions in Afghanistan, following a cross-border assault that claimed the lives of seven Pakistani troops. The Taliban confirms civilian casualties amid rising regional ins
EU's EES Border System Delayed, Threatening Travel Chaos
The EU's Entry/Exit System faces major delays, pushing implementation to late 2025 and threatening hours-long queues at borders for British travellers. Discover what this means for your European trips.
Pakistan-Afghanistan border erupts in heavy clashes
Intense border clashes between Pakistani forces and Afghan militants have escalated dramatically, raising fears of a major regional conflict. Exclusive analysis of the unfolding crisis.
Oklahoma Governor Rejects Trump's Border Troop Request
In a surprising political rift, Oklahoma's Republican Governor Kevin Stitt has rejected former President Donald Trump's appeal to send National Guard troops to the Texas-Mexico border, citing state sovereignty concerns.
New EU Border System to Reshape UK Travel from October
Major border overhaul looms as Britain prepares to implement EU-style Entry/Exit System, bringing biometric checks and potential delays for travellers from October 2024.
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