King of Mini Mart crime network unmasked in UK
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Global Summit May Ban Cigarette Filters Over Pollution
A major WHO conference will debate banning cigarette filters, the world's most littered item causing toxic plastic pollution. Experts call for urgent action to protect the environment and public health.
Melbourne tobacco war: alleged kill squad leader in court
Exclusive: The shadowy underworld of Melbourne's tobacco wars explodes into public view as alleged hit squad commander Athan Boursinos faces justice over brutal execution-style murder.
Australia's smoking crackdown fuels smuggling epidemic
Australia's aggressive anti-smoking policies have triggered an unprecedented black market boom, with soaring cigarette prices fuelling a lucrative smuggling trade that's overwhelming border authorities.
UK smokers pay £9,000 annually in tobacco taxes
Exclusive analysis reveals the staggering amount British smokers contribute in tobacco taxes annually, with heavy users paying over £9,000 to the Treasury.
Australia's $33bn tobacco tax crisis hits budget
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
Maldives Smoking Ban: Tourist Warning Issued
The Maldives introduces revolutionary anti-smoking legislation, banning tobacco products across all 1,192 islands with severe penalties for violations. Essential reading for travellers planning paradise getaways.
Children secretly using nicotine pouches - health warning
Exclusive investigation uncovers how children are secretly using nicotine pouches, with experts warning of serious health risks and addiction concerns for young users across the UK.
SNP plans minimum pricing for tobacco in Scotland
The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.
Sydney Tobacco Shops Close Under New Laws
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements radical new legislation targeting smoking rates and youth access.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
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.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
Podcast producer faces trial over alleged murder plot
Ryan Naumenko, producer of popular 'Teacher's Pet' podcast, stands accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot in Melbourne's tobacco underworld. The shocking case reveals dark connections between media and organised crime.
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.
UK urged to ban cigarette filters over health and environment
Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
Starmer's smoking ban to create UK's first smoke-free generation
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious smoking ban legislation that would create the UK's first 'smoke-free generation' with groundbreaking restrictions on tobacco sales.
EU Considering Total Ban on Cigarettes
Brussels officials are exploring radical proposals to phase out cigarette sales across member states, potentially creating Europe's first smoke-free generation in decades.
Imperial Brands shares plunge after Germany exit
Tobacco giant Imperial Brands faces shareholder backlash as it confirms plans to withdraw from the German market, triggering a significant stock price drop and raising questions about strategic direction.
WHO demands UK Parliament ban tobacco promotion
World Health Organisation investigation reveals how tobacco firms exploit parliamentary rules for promotion, calling for immediate ban on smoking in Palace of Westminster.
Illegal Traveller encampment invades Surrey's 'Millionaires' Village'
Residents of affluent Windlesham, Surrey, are in a standoff with an illegal Traveller site. Local authorities have begun legal action after caravans occupied a local field, prompting serious safety and environmental concerns.
Smoking kills 8 million people a year, report reveals
A landmark global health report exposes the devastating toll of smoking, with 8 million deaths per year and a profound impact on both smokers and those exposed to second-hand smoke. Experts are calling for urgent government action.
UK Declares War on Tobacco & Alcohol Giants
Ministers are preparing a major crackdown on tobacco and alcohol industries, with stricter regulations, plain packaging, and advertising bans to tackle the UK's preventable disease crisis.
Starmer backs Digital ID cards as Macron demands migration action
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer pushes for digital ID cards to modernise Britain, while French President Macron calls for urgent action against illegal working and Channel crossings in a landmark cross-Channel summit.
Australian Parliament Clashes Over Surgery Reforms & Tobacco Tax
Dramatic scenes in Canberra as the Albanese government faces fierce opposition scrutiny over its proposed cosmetic surgery crackdown and controversial tobacco excise hike. Get the full breakdown of the political firefight.
Australia's cig price hike fuels black market boom
The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.
Melbourne's Illegal Tobacco Epidemic: Major Crime Networks Exposed
Exclusive investigation uncovers how organised crime is flooding Melbourne with illegal, tax-free tobacco products, costing taxpayers millions and funding criminal enterprises.
Migrants Found with Hypothermia in Freezing Lorry
Dozens of migrants were discovered in a refrigerated lorry, suffering from hypothermia, as the driver slept. The chilling incident highlights the dangers of illegal crossings.
DIY Botox warning as illegal Innotox sold online
Health experts warn against the dangers of purchasing unregulated Innotox injections online, as DIY beauty treatments pose serious risks.
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