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American tourist faces 12-year sentence in Bali drug case
Lamar Ahchee, a 31-year-old American tourist, has been arrested in Bali for alleged cocaine possession after police raided his hotel room following a tip-off about drug activities.
Cholesterol drug may prevent chemo brain in cancer patients
Groundbreaking research reveals that a widely-used cholesterol medication may protect cancer patients from chemotherapy-induced cognitive decline, offering new hope for treatment without mental side effects.
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.
New Alzheimer's Drug Slows Brain Decline in Trial
A pioneering new treatment has demonstrated remarkable success in slowing memory loss and cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients, offering fresh hope for millions affected by the devastating condition.
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.
Mum's diabetes drug 'cures' her severe OCD
A UK mother's life was transformed when a diabetes medication unexpectedly eliminated her severe obsessive-compulsive disorder, in what doctors are calling a remarkable medical breakthrough.
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.
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.
Breakthrough brain cancer drug Vorasidenib for NHS
A revolutionary new brain cancer treatment that can delay tumour progression for years is poised to become available on the NHS, offering fresh hope to thousands of patients across the UK.
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.
Cancer drug breakthrough fights weight gain too
Scientists discover a revolutionary cancer treatment that could also combat weight gain in patients unable to use Ozempic, offering new hope for millions.
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.
Brit faces death penalty over 24kg meth bust in Thailand
Shocking footage reveals moment UK tourist, 23, is arrested at Thai airport with nearly 24kg of crystal meth in his suitcase - now facing possible execution under the country's strict drug laws.
Ketamine deaths surge 600% in UK, study reveals
New research from King's College London reveals a shocking increase in ketamine-related fatalities, with experts warning about the drug's hidden dangers and rising potency.
Huntington's Disease: New Drug Slows Progression in Trial
A revolutionary new drug, pridopidine, has shown significant promise in slowing the progression of Huntington's disease, offering new hope to UK families affected by the genetic condition.
NCA dismantles drug smuggling ring at Heathrow Airport
A sophisticated criminal network smuggling cocaine from South America into the UK via European airports has been dismantled by the National Crime Agency following a major operation at Heathrow.
UK Worst in Europe for Drug Prices, Says Eli Lilly
Eli Lilly accuses the UK of having Europe's most challenging drug pricing system, threatening patient access to new medicines like Mounjaro amid ongoing NHS negotiations.
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.
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.
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