Boy, 7, killed in cannabis 'shatter' factory explosion
The parents of Archie York, killed in a Newcastle gas explosion, share their story to help spot illegal cannabis labs. Learn the signs to prevent future tragedies.
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Mum's agony after son, 7, dies in cannabis factory blast
The parents of Archie York, killed in a Newcastle gas explosion, share their story to help spot illegal 'shatter' labs and prevent future tragedies. Read their warning.
Record illegal worker arrests in UK enforcement surge
UK immigration enforcement visits and arrests for illegal working soared to record levels in 2025. Discover the government's crackdown strategy and its impact on businesses.
Deported drug dealer jailed for sneaking back into UK
Patrik Durac, 27, defied a deportation order to re-enter Britain via Holyhead. The failed asylum seeker with convictions for heroin supply is now jailed and facing removal again.
Scottish drug deaths surge by nearly a fifth in a year
Suspected drug deaths in Scotland have risen by 19% year-on-year, with critics blaming SNP policies. New figures deal a blow to the government's 'national mission' on addiction.
Deported drug dealer jailed for passport breach
A Polish drug dealer, deported from Britain, used a passport in her married name in a desperate bid to save her marriage. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Deported drug dealer jailed for third illegal return
Emirjon Gjuta, deported twice from UK, sentenced to 14 months for breaching deportation order. CPS vows to prosecute immigration offenders.
US Game Shows Flee Hollywood for UK & Ireland
Discover why hit American game shows like The Floor and Wordle are now being filmed in the UK and Ireland, driven by soaring Hollywood costs and attractive tax credits.
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested on drug charges
YouTuber Jack Doherty, 22, was arrested in Miami for possession of amphetamine and marijuana. He remains in custody on a $3,500 bond. Follow for updates on this developing story.
US Mint Stops Penny Production in 2025
The US Mint will halt penny production in 2025, ending 234 years of history. Discover why the coin became too expensive to produce and what happens next.
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.
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.
Huge cannabis factory found in former Blackpool casino
Police have uncovered one of Britain's largest ever cannabis factories concealed within a disused Blackpool casino, with thousands of plants spread across three floors worth millions on the streets.
Crackdown on illegal Fire Sticks targeting football pirates
A major nationwide operation is targeting sellers and users of illegal Amazon Fire TV sticks pre-loaded with unauthorised streaming apps for Premier League matches and premium content.
Guardian Updates Video Production Terms & Conditions
The Guardian has revised its terms and conditions for commissioned video productions, outlining new requirements for delivery, rights, and funding arrangements affecting content creators and production partners.
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.
TikTok landlords boast of letting to illegal migrants
Shocking investigation reveals landlords openly advertising properties exclusively for illegal immigrants on TikTok, sparking Home Office investigation into Britain's shadow rental market.
Police raid Manchester property, arrest two over dangerous substances
Two individuals have been arrested in Manchester following a significant police operation targeting the alleged production of dangerous substances, with authorities seizing multiple items from a residential property.
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.
Taliban Triples Afghanistan Opium Production
Exclusive investigation reveals how Taliban leadership has overseen a dramatic 300% increase in opium cultivation, creating a global narcotics crisis while claiming to enforce prohibition.
Celebrity Traitors' Secret Production Rules Revealed
Exclusive behind-the-scenes revelations about the intense production rules governing BBC's Celebrity Traitors, from communication blackouts to psychological monitoring that left famous contestants reeling.
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.
Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack disrupts UK production
A sophisticated cyberattack has disrupted production at Jaguar Land Rover's UK factories, raising serious concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities in Britain's automotive manufacturing sector.
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.
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.
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