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.
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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.
Malaysia Defends Trump Trade Deal Amid Criticism
Malaysian government officials have launched a robust defence of their new trade agreement with the Trump administration, dismissing criticism as 'misguided' while highlighting potential economic benefits for Southeast Asia.
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.
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.
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.
Senators Defy Trump in Brazil Tariff Rebellion
In an extraordinary political confrontation, US senators have passed legislation to scrap President Trump's controversial tariffs on Brazilian goods, marking a significant bipartisan challenge to his escalating trade policies.
US-China Trade Framework Deal Ahead of Xi-Trump Meeting
In a major diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and China have agreed on a comprehensive trade framework, setting the stage for a landmark meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping that could reshape global economic relations.
Trump threatens Canada with total tariff war
Donald Trump considers imposing blanket tariffs on all Canadian imports, reviving protectionist strategies reminiscent of 1980s trade battles that could severely impact UK economic interests.
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.
Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Canadian steel
Former President Donald Trump threatens to reignite trade tensions with a 25% tariff on Canadian steel, risking collateral damage to UK manufacturing and global supply chains.
Trump terminates Canada trade talks, Rubio confirms
In a dramatic diplomatic move, former President Donald Trump has ordered the complete cessation of all trade talks with Canada, with Senator Marco Rubio confirming the sudden breakdown in relations between the two neighbouring nations.
Trump threatens 10% tariffs on all imports if elected
Donald Trump declares he would impose massive 10% tariffs on all foreign goods if re-elected, sparking fears of renewed global trade conflicts and economic instability.
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.
Trump terminates Canada trade negotiations
Former President Donald Trump has dramatically pulled the plug on ongoing trade negotiations with Canada, dealing a significant blow to cross-border relations and raising concerns about future economic cooperation between the two nations.
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.
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.
Free Earbuds & Charger with Phone Trade-In Deal
Carphone Warehouse launches incredible promotion offering free Google Pixel Buds A-Series and wireless charger with selected phone trade-ins. Limited time offer on Apple and Google devices.
Starmer's India trade mission strengthens UK economic ties
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer embarks on crucial trade mission to India, meeting with Prime Minister Modi and business leaders to strengthen post-Brexit economic ties and unlock new opportunities for British businesses.
Starmer: India trade deal won't change UK visas
Prime Minister Keir Starmer heads to Mumbai for crucial trade negotiations, firmly denying any link between the UK-India trade deal and changes to Britain's immigration system.
EU slaps tariffs on US steel after WTO ruling
The European Union imposes retaliatory tariffs on American steel products after WTO ruling against Trump-era protectionist measures, escalating transatlantic trade tensions.
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