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Filler addict spent £3k monthly on cosmetic procedures

A UK woman's extreme addiction to cosmetic fillers saw her spending £3000 monthly on procedures, leading to severe health complications and a warning from experts about the dangers of unregulated treatments.

Deadly 'Zombie Drug' Medetomidine Hits UK Streets

A powerful animal tranquilliser, medetomidine, is now being detected in the UK's illicit drug supply, significantly increasing the risk of fatal overdoses and complicating medical responses.

NHS Doctor Struck Off for Selling Drugs from Boots

An NHS GP has been struck off after being secretly filmed selling powerful prescription drugs, including opioids and antidepressants, to an undercover reporter from behind the counter of a Boots pharmacy in London.

NRL star's $250k gambling addiction revealed

Exclusive: Canberra Raiders forward Luke Bateman opens up about his devastating gambling addiction that saw him lose over $250,000, nearly destroying his NRL career and personal life before seeking help.

Deadly New Opioid Fuels Scotland's Drug Death Crisis

A powerful synthetic opioid, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, is devastating communities across Scotland. Public Health Scotland issues an urgent warning as drug-related fatalities hit a new high.

Australia's £15bn Gambling Addiction Crisis Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's severe gambling crisis, with adults losing a staggering £15 billion annually. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and the urgent calls for reform.

Teen dies attempting dangerous TikTok stunt

A 19-year-old Italian student fell to his death while attempting a dangerous stunt for social media, highlighting the deadly consequences of viral challenges.

MAFS star's dramatic alcohol transformation revealed

A Married At First Sight UK star has opened up about their dramatic physical transformation after battling alcohol addiction. The reality TV personality shares their journey to sobriety and the impact it had on their life.

How I cut my screen time by 50%

Discover how one person dramatically reduced their smartphone addiction with practical, easy-to-follow steps. Learn how you can reclaim your time and focus.

Romance fraudster jailed for £40k scam

A deceitful conman who preyed on vulnerable women, swindling them out of £40,000 to fuel his gambling habit, has finally been jailed. Read the shocking details of his elaborate scams.

Why my digital detox was a big mistake

One writer's attempt to reduce screen time led to unexpected consequences. Discover why going offline isn't always the answer in our hyperconnected world.

Fentanyl found in UK prescription pills

Shocking report reveals prescription medications laced with lethal synthetic opioid fentanyl, posing a grave risk to unsuspecting users across Britain.

UK weighs new tax on gambling industry

As the UK government considers imposing a new tax on the gambling industry, experts debate the potential social and economic impacts. Will it curb addiction or harm businesses?

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