Category : Search result: animal drugs human use


Maine's Largest HIV Outbreak Hits Penobscot County

Health officials in Maine declare a major public health emergency as Penobscot County battles its largest HIV outbreak in history, driven by a surge in intravenous drug use and lack of testing.

Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed

A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.

James 'disgusted' as far-right march uses hit song 'Sit Down'

Manchester rock band James has issued a furious statement after discovering their anthem 'Sit Down' was used by a far-right group led by Tommy Robinson during a march in Whitehall. The band condemns the association and reaffirms their anti-racist stance.

LA's Wild Donkeys Targeted in Bizarre Arrow Attacks

Authorities in Los Angeles are hunting a perpetrator after a series of disturbing attacks on the city's wild donkey population, with several animals found shot with arrows in a suspected case of animal cruelty.

HK Political Prisoners Face 'Systematic Abuse' - Report

A comprehensive investigation by the Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor details harrowing accounts of systematic abuse, psychological torture, and rights violations against pro-democracy detainees, raising grave concerns over the erosion of the city's judicia

Poodle Puppy Rescued With Muzzle Taped Shut In Oregon

A distressing case of animal cruelty emerges from Oregon as a poodle-mix puppy is rescued with its muzzle cruelly bound shut with tape, prompting a police investigation and an outpouring of support for its recovery.

UN Demands Clean Air Be Made a Fundamental Human Right

A landmark UN Human Rights Council resolution pushes for clean air to be recognised as a universal human right, calling for urgent global action to tackle the public health emergency caused by toxic pollution.

UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan

The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.

Llama charity trustee avoids jail over animal cruelty

Candia Midworth, a former trustee of a llama charity, receives a suspended sentence after admitting to causing unnecessary suffering to animals at a Surrey farm. Shocking neglect included overgrown teeth and filthy living conditions.

Labour Plans Overhaul of Human Rights Interpretation

Exclusive: Attorney General Lord Hermer reveals Labour government is considering fundamental reforms to how Britain interprets European human rights laws, signalling potential constitutional shift.

Aldi Australia Permanently Bans Plastic Bags

Aldi Australia has made a monumental environmental pledge, announcing the permanent removal of plastic bags from all its stores. The decision, which follows a successful trial, is set to prevent billions of bags from entering landfills and oceans, marking

RSPCA's Urgent Plea After Dog Abandoned in Freezing Box

The RSPCA is desperately seeking information after a terrified dog was found abandoned in a sealed cardboard box in sub-zero temperatures in Cheshire. The male terrier, now named Jasper, was discovered shivering and is being cared for by inspectors.

Cyber Slavery Epidemic: Brutal Scam Centres Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals a shocking rise in forced online fraud, with victims lured by fake job ads and held captive in brutal compounds across Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Southeast Asia.

British Men Arrested in Bali on Drug Allegations

Exclusive: Two British nationals face severe Indonesian drug charges after being arrested in a Kuta villa raid. Could this be a case of a Bali setup? Full details on their arrest and potential decade-long sentences.

Teens Shift from Social Media to Passive Video Consumption

Groundbreaking Oxford research uncovers a dramatic change in how teenagers use the internet, moving away from active social media engagement towards passive video consumption, with profound implications for their development.

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Elephants' heartbreaking reaction to discovering skull

Extraordinary footage captures the profound moment a herd of African elephants exhibits what appears to be deep mourning, gently investigating the skull of a deceased fellow mammal in a powerful display of animal sentience and emotion.

Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers

Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.

Phone Use On Loo Causing Haemorrhoids, Warn Doctors

New research reveals a worrying link between prolonged toilet scrolling and a surge in painful haemorrhoids, especially among young adults. Experts urge for a return to quicker bathroom visits.

Page 1 of 4