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Trump's Drug Boat Policy Clashes with Record Seizures

President Trump defends military strikes on suspected drug boats, calling interdiction a failure, despite the US Coast Guard reporting record cocaine seizures. Explore the policy shift and its consequences.

Drugs disguised as tea found on Korean beaches

Over 28kg of ketamine packaged as Chinese oolong tea discovered on Jeju Island beaches. Authorities warn public not to touch suspicious packages. Read the latest developments.

US strikes another suspected drug boat in Latin America

The US military has conducted its second maritime strike against a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in Latin American waters within a week, signalling a significant escalation in Washington's counter-narcotics operations in the region.

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.

Three dead in US military strike on Caribbean drug vessel

A US military operation targeting a suspected narcotics smuggling vessel in the Caribbean has resulted in three fatalities, raising questions about the expanding role of American forces in regional drug interdiction efforts.

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.

Trump deploys supercarrier in Caribbean drug war escalation

In an unprecedented military move, Donald Trump has dispatched the USS George Washington to lead a massive counter-narcotics operation across Caribbean waters, marking the most significant escalation in his administration's war on drugs.

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 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.

Chinese narco kingpin 'Mr HaHa' captured in Cuba

Notorious Chinese drug lord Shen Changyuan, known as 'Mr HaHa', has been captured in Cuba months after his audacious tunnel escape from prison. The fugitive mastermind stands accused of supplying deadly fentanyl to cartels that flooded Western markets.

Colombia warns Trump return would escalate drug war

In an exclusive interview, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro delivers a chilling prediction about the future of narcotics policy, warning that a Trump victory would plunge the Americas into a renewed and intensified drug conflict.

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.

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.

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.

Inside The Oceanic Narco-Subs Smuggling Cocaine

An exclusive look into the clandestine world of drug-running submarines, the engineering ingenuity behind them, and the global hunt to stop these underwater narcotics pipelines.

Succession's Nicholas Braun Pleads Guilty to DUI Charges

Nicholas Braun, famed for his role as Cousin Greg in HBO's Succession, has entered a guilty plea to driving under the influence and narcotics possession following his arrest last year. Discover the court's verdict and his path to rehabilitation.

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