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Prohibition's role in strong cannabis crisis

Experts reveal how prohibition policies increased cannabis strength, worsening psychosis risks while medical cannabis shows therapeutic benefits. Read the full analysis.

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.

Wedding venue sparks fury with 'no dancing' ban

A Yorkshire wedding venue faces backlash after implementing a strict 'no dancing' policy, leaving couples devastated and questioning their contracts just weeks before their big day.

Portugal bans burqas in public buildings

Portugal passes landmark legislation prohibiting full-face veils for gender equality and religious reasons, with fines up to €150 for violators in public buildings.

Portugal approves controversial burqa ban legislation

Portugal's parliament has passed a contentious ban on face-covering veils in public spaces, sparking accusations of discrimination against Muslim women and raising concerns about religious freedom in the predominantly Catholic nation.

Taiwan bans all official contact with China

Taiwan implements sweeping ban on officials engaging with Chinese counterparts, marking significant deterioration in cross-strait relations and challenging Beijing's sovereignty claims.

Titmus to retire after Paris 2024 Olympics

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus reveals she'll likely retire after next year's Olympics, setting up an epic final showdown with American rival Katie Ledecky.

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.

Sweden to ban burqas, cites 'failed integration'

Sweden's government announces sweeping ban on full-face veils in public spaces, with deputy prime minister declaring multiculturalism has 'failed spectacularly' and vowing tougher integration measures.

Swim instructor jailed for child sex abuse

A Nova Scotia swimming instructor has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a horrific campaign of sexual abuse against multiple young children entrusted to his care.

Ian Thorpe: I almost quit before Sydney 2000 glory

Olympic legend Ian Thorpe opens up for the first time about his devastating mental health crisis and how he nearly walked away from swimming just months before his historic Sydney 2000 triumph.

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