Budget 2025: Tobacco duty rises with inflation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces inflation-linked tobacco duty hike in the Budget. Discover how much more cigarettes, cigars, and hand-rolling tobacco will cost.
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£1M illegal tobacco haul seized in van bust
Australian police uncover nearly £1 million in illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes during routine traffic stop. Major crackdown on illicit tobacco trade continues nationwide.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government pressure and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
Melbourne's Revolver Upstairs Club For Sale
The heritage-listed Melbourne nightclub Revolver Upstairs, famed for celebrity gigs and 24-hour licence, is on the market, sparking fears for its future. Discover the details.
Seven English areas see smoking rates rise despite national fall
Official data reveals smoking has declined to just 9.1% of UK adults, but seven areas including East Staffordshire show worrying increases. Discover the regional disparities and new government regulations.
King of Mini Mart crime network unmasked in UK
Undercover investigation reveals shadowy Kurdish crime network operating mini-marts nationwide, exploiting asylum seekers and selling illegal tobacco. Home Office launches probe.
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.
Jamie Melham's Historic Melbourne Cup 2025 Triumph
Jockey Jamie Melham etches his name into racing folklore with a stunning Half victory in the 2025 Melbourne Cup, delivering one of the most emotional moments in the race's storied history at Flemington Racecourse.
Wet Track Threat: Rain Reshapes Melbourne Cup 2025
As heavy rain lashes Flemington, the hallowed turf is being transformed into a gruelling test of stamina. Discover which Melbourne Cup 2025 contenders will thrive and which will falter in the wet conditions that are set to stop a nation.
Missing Melbourne boy William Callahan sparks police search
Victoria Police launch urgent search operation for 13-year-old William Callahan last seen in Melbourne's northern suburbs as family grows increasingly concerned for his welfare.
Melbourne baby dies in suspected neglect case
A three-month-old baby boy has died in Melbourne's north-west amid disturbing allegations of neglect, with police investigating the infant's tragic death and the family's known history with child protection services.
Flemington's Derby Day Delight: Spring Carnival Begins
Melbourne's iconic Flemington Racecourse came alive as the Spring Racing Carnival commenced with Derby Day, featuring spectacular fashion, thrilling races and enthusiastic crowds celebrating the return of this beloved tradition.
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.
Hospital investigated after Indigenous patient's death
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne faces intense scrutiny after the death of Indigenous patient Allan Mundine, with family alleging racial discrimination and systemic failures in healthcare.
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.
Machete thugs storm NRL Cup in Broadmeadows
Shocking footage captures the moment armed thugs wielding machetes charged through a crowd at Melbourne's NRL Harmony Cup, leaving a 19-year-old with stab wounds in a violent brawl that has raised serious safety concerns.
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.
AFL star's prized Commodore stolen in Melbourne theft
Melbourne Demons defender Jake Lever becomes latest victim of city's crime epidemic as thieves steal his cherished HSV Commodore in overnight raid
Melbourne's Property Market Plunge: What Happened?
Melbourne's property market has undergone a stunning transformation, shedding its status as Australia's second-most expensive city. Discover the factors behind this affordability shift and whether it's here to stay.
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.
Melbourne Crash: Girl Fights for Life in Hospital
A young girl remains in critical condition following a devastating vehicle collision in Melbourne's west, as emergency services continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
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