£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.
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US Senators Demand Meta Scam Ad Investigation
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta, alleging Facebook and Instagram earn billions from scam ads. Discover the details and potential consequences.
Prison officer admits misconduct over inmate relationship
Former HMP Dovegate officer Sarah Barnett pleads guilty to misconduct after illicit relationship with male inmate. Sentencing set for January 7. Read the full story.
Teen Vaping Triples: Top 10 Hiding Spots Revealed
As UK teen vaping rates triple since 2021, experts reveal the sneaky hiding spots parents should know. Learn how to approach this sensitive issue with your child effectively.
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.
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.
Vaping damages blood vessels like smoking - study
Groundbreaking research exposes how vaping damages blood vessels and heart function, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe smoking alternative.
Women drive alarming vaping surge in UK
Exclusive data reveals British women are embracing vaping at unprecedented rates, creating a new public health challenge as e-cigarette use soars while traditional smoking falls.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in UK First
Groundbreaking NHS data shows e-cigarettes have surpassed traditional smoking in Britain for the first time, with vaping rates doubling while smoking continues dramatic decline.
UK Health Alert: Vaping Crisis Reaches Critical Levels
New data reveals alarming trends in UK vaping habits, with health experts warning of serious public health consequences despite perceived safety advantages over traditional smoking.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in Britain
New ONS data reveals vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain, with just 6.9% of adults now smoking cigarettes compared to 7.7% using e-cigarettes.
Vaping overtakes smoking in UK with 5.4 million users
In a dramatic public health shift, vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain with 5.4 million adults now using e-cigarettes, according to latest government figures revealing a historic turning point.
Canberra decriminalises drugs in Australian first
Canberra becomes first Australian jurisdiction to decriminalise small quantities of illicit drugs including cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine in radical shift from punishment to public health focus.
UK smashes world record with £15m fake vape seizure
In the largest seizure of its kind worldwide, UK Border Force and Trading Standards have intercepted over £15 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes containing dangerous substances, uncovering a sophisticated criminal network flooding Britain with counterf
Prison officer in court over inmate relationship
A female prison officer stands accused of conducting an improper relationship with a male inmate at HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset, facing serious misconduct charges in a shocking breach of security protocols.
Prison officer guilty in illicit inmate phone scandal
A female prison officer faces sentencing after admitting to smuggling illicit phone calls to a violent inmate who severed a man's leg in a machete attack, exposing serious security breaches within the UK prison system.
WHO: Teen Vaping Reaches Crisis Levels in UK
The World Health Organisation reveals shocking new data showing UK teenagers are vaping at alarming rates, with urgent calls for government action on flavoured e-cigarettes and marketing tactics.
Vaping's Hidden Danger to Your Motivation
Exclusive: New research reveals nicotine from vaping may be draining your drive and ambition. Experts warn users about the unexpected psychological effects.
Russian Oligarchs' Billion-Dollar Money Laundering Exposed
A bombshell investigation reveals how Russian elites systematically funneled illicit funds into the US and Europe, exploiting legal loopholes and luxury property markets to hide their fortunes.
Family finds secret grocery store in their garage
A Canberra family made a bizarre discovery after moving into a new home: their garage had been secretly converted into a fully-operational, illicit grocery store, stocked with everything from frozen pies to confectionery.
British tourist faces 15 years in Bali prison for vapes
Lamar Ahchee, a British tourist, has been arrested in Bali for allegedly attempting to smuggle 57 e-cigarettes into Indonesia, a crime that carries a maximum 15-year sentence. His family claims he was unaware of the strict laws.
Global Vape Raids: Millions of Illegal E-Cigs Seized
UK authorities launch a major crackdown on illicit vaping, seizing millions of illegal e-cigarettes in coordinated raids from Bondi to Chicago. Discover the scale of the operation and the global black market it targets.
London's THC Crisis: Synthetic Cannabinoids Found in Market
Exclusive University of Bath research reveals dangerous synthetic cannabinoids masquerading as THC in London's illicit drug market, posing severe public health risks.
Boy, 12, Hospitalised After Vaping: 'Chest On Fire'
A 12-year-old British boy was rushed to hospital with severe chest pain and breathing difficulties after using an illegal vape. Doctors issue urgent warning on the dangers of illicit e-cigarettes to children.
Vaping May Cause Irreversible Harm to Children, Doctors Warn
Leading UK medical experts issue urgent warning that vaping may cause permanent damage to young people's lungs, brains, and development as new evidence reveals shocking health consequences.
Global Ban On Vapes Urged By Health Experts
Leading medical experts are demanding an immediate international ban on disposable vapes, citing alarming new data that debunks their 'harmless' reputation and reveals a growing threat to public health, the environment, and youth.
Vaping Linked to 15% Higher Stroke Risk, Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol indicates that using e-cigarettes significantly increases the risk of suffering a stroke, with former smokers who vape facing the greatest danger. Experts are calling for urgent public health action.
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.
Singapore imposes hefty new fines on vaping and disposable e-cigs
Singapore intensifies its crackdown on vaping, introducing severe new penalties for the use and possession of disposable e-cigarettes, including popular brands like Kpods, in a bid to protect public health.
Teacher's Vaping-Linked Cancer Diagnosis Sparks Warning
A Minneapolis teacher's stage four lung cancer diagnosis, despite being a non-smoker, is being linked to heavy vaping. Her harrowing story serves as a stark warning about the potential hidden dangers of e-cigarettes.
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