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.
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Man hospitalised after eating five bags of Haribo
A sweet-toothed man faced a sour reality after consuming five family-sized bags of Haribo Starmix in one sitting, requiring urgent medical treatment for severe stomach pain and digestive distress.
Deadly New Drug Nitazene Hits UK, 50x Stronger Than Fentanyl
UK health authorities issue an urgent warning over a new synthetic opioid, 'Nitazene', found in illicit drugs. It's significantly more potent and deadly than fentanyl, posing a grave threat to public health and exacerbating the nation's overdose crisis.
Bjorn Borg Reveals Near-Fatal Overdose and Cancer Battle
Tennis icon Bjorn Borg opens up about his darkest moments, including a life-threatening drug overdose and cancer diagnosis, in a raw and emotional new autobiography that rewrites his legendary story.
UK Alert: Deadly TikTok Benadryl Challenge Warning
UK health officials and police issue severe warnings against the lethal 'Benadryl Challenge' circulating on TikTok, linked to multiple adolescent deaths and hospitalisations.
War on Drugs Failed: New Plan for Fentanyl Crisis
A damning new report declares the decades-long War on Drugs a catastrophic failure, proposing a groundbreaking public health approach to tackle the devastating US fentanyl epidemic.
Davina McCall: My Sister's Addiction Almost Killed Her
TV presenter Davina McCall opens up about her sister's devastating heroin addiction and near-fatal overdose in an emotional new interview, revealing the profound impact on her family.
Urgent UK Health Alert Over Common Painkiller Risks
A major health alert has been issued by UK medical experts over a common household painkiller linked to a staggering 74% of all poisoning deaths. Discover the hidden risks and crucial safety steps you need to take now.
London Woman Hospitalised After Matcha Tea Overdose
A London woman's quest for wellness with trendy matcha tea led to a terrifying hospital dash. Experts warn of the hidden dangers of overconsumption as she battles nausea, liver damage, and rapid heartbeat.
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.
Young man dies after taking 'One Punch' drink in Bournemouth
A 21-year-old man has tragically died in Bournemouth after consuming a 'One Punch' drink, a highly caffeinated beverage. The incident has sparked urgent warnings from authorities about the dangers of such products.
Energy Drink Obsession Lands Aussie Mum in Hospital
An Australian mother's harrowing experience with a widely consumed energy drink has sparked a major health warning. Discover how a daily habit led to severe potassium deficiency and hospitalisation, prompting doctors to issue urgent advice to thousands of
Inside DJ Erick Morillo's Tragic and Lonely Final Hours
Exclusive details emerge about the final, lonely hours of Grammy-nominated DJ Erick Morillo, found dead in his Miami Beach home after a suspected overdose, marking a sombre end to a glittering career.
UK Warning: Child Overdoses on Melatonin Sleep Gummies Spike
Exclusive: A sharp rise in UK children hospitalised after overdosing on 'sleep aid' gummies prompts urgent safety warnings from health officials and poison control centres.
UK Warning: Kids Overdosing on Melatonin Gummies
UK health experts issue a stark warning as children's melatonin gummy overdoses surge. Learn the risks and essential safety tips for parents.
Jack Osbourne's Heartbreaking Family Revelations Exposed
In a raw and emotional tell-all, Jack Osbourne opens up about the darkest moments of the Osbourne family saga, from his father's near-fatal relapse to devastating health diagnoses and the truth behind their fractured relationships.
'Ketamine Queen' jailed over Matthew Perry's death
Kennedy Alexandra Lincoln, known as the 'Ketamine Queen', has been sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for supplying the ketamine that contributed to actor Matthew Perry's death.
Labour's Fresh Crisis: Flag Row and Housing Policy Collapse
Exclusive analysis reveals how a leaked memo on flag displays and a deepening housing policy crisis threaten to derail Keir Starmer's premiership. Inside the turmoil shaking Westminster.
Macron Declares 'War' on France's Winter Hospital Crisis
President Emmanuel Macron mobilises the nation's healthcare system for 'war' against a 'tripledemic' of Covid-19, flu, and bronchiolitis overwhelming French hospitals this winter.
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.
Sudan Famine: Starvation 'Weaponised' in War, ICC Investigates
Exclusive report reveals a deepening humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with mass starvation, alleged war crimes, and a collapsed healthcare system. The international community faces calls for urgent action.
Gran evicted after 30 years in rental home: 'Medieval serf' treatment
A 68-year-old grandmother faces homelessness after being evicted from her Stanmore rental home of three decades. The shocking case exposes Britain's deepening rental crisis and the human cost of 'no-fault' evictions.
Pound Crashes to Record Low After Truss's Mini-Budget
The UK faces a severe economic crisis as the pound sterling crashes to a historic low against the dollar following Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's mini-budget, triggering emergency warnings from the Bank of England and soaring mortgage costs for millions.
MS Patients Face A&E Crisis Due to NHS Neurology Failures
Exclusive: Multiple sclerosis sufferers are being forced to seek emergency care due to inaccessible specialist services, reveals new research from the MS Society. Experts warn of a 'broken system' putting vulnerable patients at risk.
London March Demands Australian-Style Immigration System
Hugo Lennon leads a major protest in Westminster as demonstrators demand an Australian-style points-based immigration system to protect British public services and control record net migration.
Aylan Kurdi: The Legacy of a Tragedy That Shook the World
Nine years after the death of three-year-old Aylan Kurdi, his photograph remains a powerful symbol of the human cost of failed asylum policies. This editorial examines the enduring legacy of a tragedy that shook the world.
Aylan Kurdi: The Image That Challenged Cameron's 'Swarm' Rhetoric
A powerful editorial revisits the tragic death of Syrian toddler Aylan Kurdi and its stark contrast with David Cameron's dehumanising language on migration, questioning the UK's moral compass.
France's Debt Crisis Threatens Government Collapse
Exclusive analysis reveals how France's spiralling debt crisis threatens to topple the government and force brutal austerity measures, echoing the worst days of the Eurozone crisis.
Afghanistan's Humanitarian Catastrophe Under Taliban Rule
Exclusive report reveals Afghanistan's escalating crisis as international funding collapses, healthcare systems fail, and millions face starvation under the Taliban regime.
NHS Mental Health Bed Shortage Hits Record Low
Exclusive: The Royal College of Psychiatrists warns of a 'catastrophic' shortage in NHS mental health beds across England, leading to patients being sent hundreds of miles from home for care.
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