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Lord Meghnad Desai, Economist and Peer, Dies at 81

Tributes pour in for Lord Meghnad Desai, the influential economist and Labour peer, who has died at the age of 81. Known for his sharp intellect and contributions to economics, Desai's legacy spans academia and politics.

$1.5M Meth Bust in Adelaide Suburb

A couple in Adelaide's Salisbury suburb has been arrested after police uncovered a massive methamphetamine stash worth $1.5 million hidden in their home.

Cornwall beach chase nabs drug smugglers

A dramatic coastal pursuit in Cornwall led to the arrest of suspected drug smugglers after a high-speed chase along the beach. Read the full story.

Boris Johnson attends Lord Tebbit's funeral

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson attended the funeral of Lord Norman Tebbit, a prominent Conservative figure, as tributes poured in for the late politician.

Drug kingpin jailed for running UK cannabis empire

A drug lord who flaunted his wealth with a Bentley and luxury lifestyle has been sentenced to six years in prison for operating multiple cannabis farms across Britain, using a historic Roman property as his base.

Nazi war criminal's role in Bolivia's cocaine coup exposed

Declassified documents reveal how Nazi war criminal Klaus Barbie, known as the 'Butcher of Lyon', collaborated with a notorious drug lord to orchestrate a coup in Bolivia—with alleged CIA assistance in his escape to Germany.

French tourist caught smuggling meth in shoes

A French traveller was caught at Sydney Airport attempting to smuggle methamphetamine concealed in his footwear. Authorities seized the drugs, and the man now faces serious charges.

Farm singer's son jailed in £1.3m drug case

The son of The Farm's lead singer has been sentenced to a decade in prison after being identified as a key player in a £1.3 million drug operation through encrypted messages on EncroChat.

Michael Flatley considers Irish presidency bid

Dance legend Michael Flatley has hinted at a surprising political ambition—running for Irish presidency, potentially against UFC star Conor McGregor. The revelation emerged during a High Court planning dispute.

Teen jailed for life over Derby drug deal murder

A 17-year-old has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal stabbing of Charles Hartle during a drug deal gone wrong in Derby. The shocking case highlights the dangers of knife crime and drug-related violence.

UK drug lord pays £1m of £12m fortune

A high-ranking member of the Kinahan Cartel's UK arm has been ordered to surrender £1 million of his £12 million criminal empire in a major legal blow to organised crime.

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