Kerala Temple's Gold Treasure Sparks Smuggling Crisis
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UK border officers sent to Balkans to fight people smuggling
British border security experts are being sent to the Balkans to disrupt sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting the UK, as the government launches a new offensive against cross-channel migration routes.
New EU Border Checks Threaten 14-Hour Delays for UK Travellers
British tourists face potential holiday chaos as new EU Entry/Exit System brings automated border checks and possible 14-hour delays at major ports from October 2024.
EU border chaos: 14-hour queues threaten summer holidays
British tourists face potential travel chaos as EU's Entry/Exit System implementation could create 14-hour queues at Dover and Eurotunnel terminals this summer.
Dover migrant surge: 1,659 arrivals in 72 hours
Dover faces relentless small boat arrivals with 1,659 migrants crossing the Channel in three days, pushing the yearly total beyond 36,000 amid growing political pressure and operational challenges for Border Force.
Kent travel chaos: Dover queues and M20 delays hit Easter getaway
Major disruption hits Kent as Port of Dover faces 2-hour queues and M20 implements Operation Brock, causing holiday travel chaos and freight delays.
Migrants mock French police in Channel crossing to Dover
Exclusive footage reveals migrants laughing at French authorities while crossing to Dover, raising serious questions about border control effectiveness and Anglo-French cooperation.
Dover and Eurotunnel chaos as Easter travel begins
Severe delays plague Dover and Eurotunnel as technical issues and high passenger volumes create travel nightmare for Easter holidaymakers. Find out what's causing the chaos and when services might return to normal.
Brit dies swallowing cocaine packets on Dubai flight
A British national has died in a suspected drug smuggling tragedy after swallowing multiple packets of cocaine during a flight to Dubai. The incident has sparked international warnings about the extreme dangers of body packing.
Eurostar chaos as Eurotunnel power failure halts services
Major disruption hits cross-Channel travel with Eurostar services cancelled and severe delays at the Port of Dover following a Eurotunnel power outage, stranding thousands of passengers.
Venezuelan Gang's Florida Smuggling Plot Foiled
US authorities intercept a major human smuggling operation off the Florida coast, linking the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to a failed boat strike. The incident raises alarms over the cartel's expanding international reach and evolving tactics.
RNLI in major rescue after migrant boat capsizes off Kent
RNLI heroes from Dover and Dungeness brave treacherous conditions to save 50 lives after a migrant vessel founders in the freezing English Channel waters. One person remains missing in a major overnight operation.
Pensioner on mobility scooter jailed for cocaine smuggling
A 63-year-old man from Kent, using a mobility scooter, has been sentenced to eight years for attempting to smuggle £1 million worth of cocaine from the Netherlands. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated drug operation.
Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick
A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.
Ditch the Airport: Best Short Ferry Routes to Europe
Escape the airport hassle and rediscover the joy of travel. Our guide reveals the most scenic and convenient short ferry crossings from the UK to Europe, from the classic Channel routes to hidden gem connections.
UK Border Chaos: New Home Office System Fails at St Pancras & Dover
Exclusive: Passengers at London St Pancras and the Port of Dover endure massive delays and chaos following the botched rollout of a new Home Office border system, raising serious concerns about UK border readiness.
Dover Migrant Crisis: Arrivals Surge Past 50,000
Exclusive images reveal large groups of men idling near the Port of Dover as UK small boat arrivals surpass 50,000 this year, creating a new crisis for the Labour government.
Grandmothers die after tragic 80ft fall from White Cliffs of Dover
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolds on the White Cliffs of Dover as two grandmothers, Sandra Sullivan and Anita Chaffer, succumb to injuries days after an 80ft fall. Community mourns as investigation continues.
Polish smuggler caught at Dover with 61 hidden guns
A Polish smuggler's audacious attempt to bring 61 illegal firearms into the UK through Dover has been foiled by Border Force officers. The man claimed to be attending a christening.
Pro-migrant flag organiser jailed for smuggling plot
The organiser of a pro-migrant flag campaign on the White Cliffs of Dover has been sentenced to three years for his role in a foiled people smuggling operation across the English Channel.
EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Queues Warning for Brits
British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.
US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean
In a major maritime operation, the US Coast Guard has intercepted a colossal shipment of cocaine worth over £330 million off the Florida coast, marking one of the largest narcotics seizures this year.
US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean
In a massive counter-narcotics operation, the US Coast Guard unloads 7,400kg of cocaine seized from smugglers in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, with an estimated street value of over £330 million.
Airport drug mule with £140k cannabis avoids jail
A drugs mule caught smuggling £140,000 of cannabis through Manchester Airport has been spared prison in a surprising court ruling. Read the full story of the conviction and the suspended sentence.
Ukrainians charged in UK yacht migrant smuggling case
Two Ukrainian nationals face serious charges after UK authorities intercept a yacht suspected of smuggling migrants into Britain. The case highlights ongoing challenges in border security.
Manchester Airport: Woman caught smuggling person in hand luggage
A woman was dramatically apprehended at Manchester Airport after Border Force officers discovered a stowaway hidden inside her hand luggage in a brazen security breach.
Over 900 migrants cross Channel in 24 hours
A surge of more than 900 migrants crossed the English Channel in a single day, marking one of the highest daily totals this year and intensifying pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer's new government to address the ongoing small boats crisis.
Migrants Wade Neck-Deep in Calais Carrying Children to UK Boats
Shocking new footage reveals migrants, including young children, braving treacherous cold sea crossings from France to England, as the small boats crisis intensifies.
Albanian people smuggler jailed for Channel crossings
An Albanian people smuggler has been sentenced to three years in prison for trafficking migrants across the English Channel. The case exposes the inner workings of criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable individuals, as the UK government faces ongoing pressu
Ancient Crosses Emerge from Goodwin Sands Revealing Lost History
A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.
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