Belgium's narco-state crisis: Cartels wage street wars
Shocking investigation reveals how Belgian cities have become battlegrounds for drug cartels, with children as young as 11 caught in crossfire and authorities struggling to contain the crisis.
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New Orleans Catholic Church Abuse Survivors Confront Archbishop
In an unprecedented legal confrontation, sexual abuse survivors confronted New Orleans' Catholic leadership over the archdiocese's bankruptcy protection bid, alleging it shields assets rather than victims.
Pilots sent to drug and alcohol clinics amid safety fears
Exclusive investigation reveals dozens of UK airline pilots referred to substance misuse clinics, raising urgent questions about aviation safety protocols and pilot welfare.
Child sex abuse inquiry: 3 years on, justice delayed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark child sex abuse inquiry faces mounting criticism over delays and survivor treatment as crucial hearings remain incomplete.
Brothers ran £1.5M drug empire from neighbouring mansions
Two brothers who lived in adjacent mansions have been jailed for running a sophisticated cannabis operation worth over £1.5 million, with police discovering a professional setup complete with ventilation systems and electricity bypasses.
LA County agrees to $700m sexual abuse settlement
Los Angeles County agrees to pay nearly $700 million to settle sexual abuse claims involving over 1,300 plaintiffs in what becomes one of the largest institutional abuse settlements in US history.
UK drug deaths hit record high in devastating new figures
Shocking official statistics show drug-related deaths in England and Wales have reached the highest level since records began, with experts warning of a growing public health emergency.
UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.
Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.
Teacher faces 90 abuse charges in international scandal
A former Scottish private school teacher is standing trial facing 90 charges of historical abuse against schoolboys, with new allegations emerging from South Africa involving a 12-year-old victim.
New Orleans Priest Arrested in Sexual Abuse Case
A Catholic priest from New Orleans has been arrested on multiple sexual abuse charges involving a minor, sending shockwaves through the local community and raising serious questions about institutional accountability.
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.
Boarding School Abuse Survivor Finds Peace After 60 Years
After sixty years of carrying traumatic memories, a survivor of systematic sexual abuse at the hands of sadistic teachers in a British boarding school reveals her harrowing journey toward closure and justice.
British drug mule, 23, faces Bali firing squad
Bella Culley from Lincolnshire faces execution in Indonesia after being caught with 3kg of cocaine at Denpasar Airport. The 23-year-old's harrowing story reveals how she was allegedly coerced into becoming a drug mule.
London narco mansion used by Albanian drug lords exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Albanian crime syndicates transformed a £3 million London mansion into a sophisticated drug operations centre, complete with panic rooms and secret compartments.
Pensioners' cocaine use up 400% in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's pensioners are turning to cocaine in record numbers, with over-60s usage increasing by 400% in a decade amid loneliness and cost of living crises.
Police raid uncovers alleged drug lab in Melbourne suburb
Exclusive: Victorian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated alleged drug manufacturing operation in a quiet Melbourne suburb, with police making multiple arrests and seizing substantial quantities of chemicals and equipment.
Trump's Caribbean drug cartel crackdown begins
The Trump administration unveils aggressive new strategy targeting Caribbean narcotics networks amid soaring US overdose crisis, deploying military assets and sanctions.
Woman's husband tried to erase her past in coercive control nightmare
A woman shares her harrowing story of coercive control, revealing how her husband systematically erased her past, isolated her from loved ones, and attempted to destroy her identity before she found the strength to escape.
Exclusive Footage: Inside a Colombian Narco-Submarine
Exclusive video evidence reveals the sophisticated, cramped, and perilous world of narco-submarines used by Colombian cartels to transport tonnes of cocaine across the ocean to global markets.
Teen boyfriend used my nudes to blackmail me for sex
A brave survivor reveals how her teenage boyfriend used intimate images as a weapon of coercion, trapping her in a cycle of sexual abuse and blackmail. Her story exposes a terrifying modern form of abuse plaguing young people.
The Real-Life 'Candy Man' Doctor Who Hooked a Generation
The shocking true story of Dr. Robert Weitzel, the Utah paediatrician who prescribed millions of pills to teenagers in the 1970s, earning him the infamous nickname and sparking a national drug crisis.
Ukrainian gets life sentence for Bali drug lab
A Ukrainian national has been sentenced to life imprisonment by an Indonesian court for running a sophisticated crystal methamphetamine laboratory from a rented villa in Bali, marking a severe crackdown on the island's drug trade.
NHS Drug Pricing: The Art of the Deal Saving Millions
Exclusive insight into how NHS England's shrewd negotiation tactics secure massive discounts on vital medicines, from cancer treatments to rare disease drugs, ensuring sustainable healthcare funding.
Two Men Charged with Murder After Teenager's Death
Greater Manchester Police have charged two men with murder and drugs offences following the death of 18-year-old Alex Rodda. The case has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Cocaine Alligator Found in New Orleans Drug Bust
A missing alligator from a Chilean zoo is discovered in a New Orleans drug den, revealing a shocking international wildlife and narcotics trafficking operation.
Australian Pilot's Cocaine Crash Ordeal in Brazil
The family of an Australian pilot, arrested after a plane carrying 600kg of cocaine crashed in Brazil, speaks out for the first time about his shocking downfall and their desperate fight for his freedom.
Alleged Cocaine Kingpin's £230m Trial Begins at Old Bailey
The trial of a suspected international cocaine smuggling kingpin, accused of masterminding a network that earned over £230 million, has begun at the Old Bailey, revealing a lavish lifestyle funded by alleged crime.
Dad's Agony: Common Drug Destroyed My Son's Life
A grieving father's stark warning about a prescription drug's devastating effects as his son battles addiction. Exclusive investigation into the UK's growing dependency crisis.
School Bus Driver Fails Drug Test Before Child Pickup
A school bus driver in the UK was apprehended for speeding and subsequently failed a roadside drug test while en route to collect children. The incident has sparked major concerns over pupil safety and vetting procedures.
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