Albanian businessman arrested in £355m cocaine plot
A high-profile Albanian entrepreneur with multiple UK businesses and his son-in-law, linked to a prominent politician, have been detained in a massive cocaine smuggling operation.
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Smugglers use social media to sell UK boat crossings
Criminal networks are using TikTok, Facebook, and WhatsApp to advertise illegal Channel crossings, targeting vulnerable migrants with false promises of safety.
Gangs advertise illegal Channel crossings online
Criminal gangs in Britain are brazenly advertising illegal migrant Channel crossings online, with offenders now facing up to five years in prison under new laws.
Starmer aide in smuggling gangs scandal
A senior aide to Labour leader Keir Starmer faces shocking allegations of involvement with smuggling gangs facilitating illegal asylum seekers into the UK. Read the full investigation.
Michaella McCollum’s shocking SAS confession
Former drug smuggler Michaella McCollum opens up about her harrowing past in the latest episode of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Discover her emotional journey and the challenges she faced.
Women jailed for smuggling ecstasy into Creamfields
Two women have been sentenced to prison after attempting to smuggle thousands of ecstasy pills into Creamfields festival disguised as sweets. Read the shocking details of their failed operation.
Prison officer jailed for teen inmate relationship and drugs
A female prison officer has been sentenced to prison after forming an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old inmate and smuggling cannabis into the facility.
UK bans social media ads for illegal boat crossings
The UK government has announced a ban on social media advertisements that promote dangerous small boat crossings, targeting people-smuggling networks.
Peru Two's Michaella McCollum on prison hell and redemption
Michaella McCollum, one-half of the infamous 'Peru Two', reveals the harrowing details of her time in a Peruvian prison and her journey to redemption after being caught smuggling cocaine.
Drug smugglers jailed after dramatic boat chase crash
A gang of drug smugglers who tried to outrun Border Force by crashing their speedboat on a UK beach have been jailed. Read the full story of their audacious plot and downfall.
UK Couple Arrested with Cocaine in Holiday Hotspot
A British couple has been detained in a well-known holiday destination after authorities discovered a significant quantity of cocaine hidden in their vehicle.
Michaella McCollum’s journey from Peru Two to SAS
Michaella McCollum, infamous for her role in the 'Peru Two' drug smuggling case, has reinvented herself as a reality TV star on SAS: Who Dares Wins. Discover her journey from prison to personal redemption.
$4.6m meth found hidden in carrots at Texas border
US Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted a massive shipment of methamphetamine cleverly concealed within a shipment of carrots at a Texas border checkpoint.
Facebook blocks news in Australia over media law
Meta has restricted Australian users from sharing news content on Facebook in response to the country's proposed Media Bargaining Code, sparking debate over digital regulation.
Secret Service agent accused of smuggling wife in Scotland
A former US Secret Service agent allegedly smuggled his wife into Scotland during Donald Trump's 2018 visit, raising serious security concerns.
Airport worker jailed for £1.4m drug smuggling
A former Manchester Airport employee has been sentenced to prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine worth £1.4 million in passenger luggage.
Social Media Algorithms Stifle Fashion Rebellion
Discover how social media algorithms are stifling creativity and rebellion in the fashion industry, pushing brands towards homogenised trends.
Australia proposes social media ban for under-16s
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.
Prison officer jailed for smuggling drugs to gangster
A besotted female prison officer has been sentenced to three years for smuggling £35,000 worth of drugs to her gangster lover behind bars.
MPs Push for Social Media Ban for Under-16s
A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.
UK care sector faces 152,000 staff shortage crisis
New figures reveal a deepening crisis in the UK's adult social care sector, with a staggering 152,000 vacant positions. Experts warn of severe consequences for vulnerable adults as recruitment struggles continue.
Haunted Port Isaac: Cornwall’s Smuggling Ghost Town
Explore the eerie charm of Port Isaac, a picturesque Cornish harbour town with a history steeped in smuggling and ghostly legends. Perfect for history buffs and adventure seekers!
French tourist caught smuggling meth in shoes
A French traveller was caught at Sydney Airport attempting to smuggle methamphetamine concealed in his footwear. Authorities seized the drugs, and the man now faces serious charges.
Woman caught smuggling turtle in bra at airport
A bizarre smuggling attempt unfolded at a Florida airport when TSA agents discovered a live turtle hidden inside a woman's bra. Read the shocking details.
Pregnant Brit jailed in Georgia for drug smuggling
Bella Culley, a pregnant British woman, has been sentenced to prison in Georgia for attempting to smuggle drugs. Read the full story of her arrest and the legal battle that followed.
Four face hard labour for K-pop smuggling in North Korea
Two men and two women have been sentenced to hard labour in North Korea after allegedly smuggling and distributing K-pop content, defying the country's strict anti-Western laws.
UK mum jailed in Mauritius over son's cannabis suitcase
A UK mother faces prison in Mauritius after her son allegedly carried cannabis in his luggage without her knowledge. Shocking details emerge as she fights for justice.
Brit faces 20 years in Georgia for drug smuggling
Bella May Culley, a 23-year-old from Hampshire, is on trial in Georgia for attempting to smuggle 62g of heroin. Her family claims she was coerced.
Brits arrested for smuggling Jolie-Pitt’s stolen wine
A British couple faces serious charges after allegedly smuggling stolen wine belonging to Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt from their French vineyard. Discover the full story behind this audacious crime.
UK teen's tearful drug smuggling plea in Georgia court
Bella Culley, a 19-year-old British woman detained in Georgia on drug smuggling charges, tearfully pleaded with the court while her distraught mother declared her love. The emotional courtroom scene unfolded as the teen faces serious allegations.
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