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Chinese Executive Jailed in US Fentanyl Case

A senior Chinese pharmaceutical executive has been sentenced to 15 years in a US prison for conspiring to manufacture and distribute fentanyl, marking a significant victory in the transatlantic fight against the opioid crisis.

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.

Spider Venom Deployed Against QLD Locust Plague

In a world-first, Queensland scientists and farmers are using synthetic spider venom to combat a devastating locust swarm, offering a revolutionary and eco-friendly alternative to traditional pesticides.

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.

School Vape Crisis: 1 in 4 Laced with Spice

Shocking investigation reveals a quarter of vapes confiscated from UK schoolchildren are contaminated with the synthetic cannabinoid Spice, posing a severe health risk and triggering a national safeguarding alert.

Spice-Laced Vapes: New Drug Threat to UK Children

Exclusive investigation reveals dangerous synthetic cannabinoids like Spice are being disguised in illegal vapes, creating a severe public health crisis for vulnerable children and teenagers across the UK.

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.

Prison Drug Crisis: 50+ Monthly Overdoses on Spice

Shocking Ministry of Justice data reveals more than two prisoners per day are hospitalised after taking potent synthetic drug cocktails in UK jails, with 'Spice' incidents soaring by 40% in a year.

Singapore's Lethal Etomidate Vaping Crisis

Singapore confronts a dangerous new public health threat as authorities report a sharp rise in vaping devices laced with etomidate, a potent anaesthetic causing severe overdoses and fatalities.

Diamond Sensor Offers Breakthrough in Early Cancer Detection

Scientists at the University of Warwick pioneer a groundbreaking medical sensor using synthetic diamonds that could revolutionise how we detect life-threatening diseases like cancer, offering a faster, cheaper, and more accurate alternative to traditional

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.

Deadly opioids found in Australian vapes

Australian authorities issue urgent warnings as deadly synthetic opioids like fentanyl and nitazenes are discovered in illegal vapes, posing severe health risks.

Nitazenes: New Opioid Crisis Deadlier Than Fentanyl

A shocking report reveals nitazenes, synthetic opioids up to 40 times stronger than fentanyl, are driving a new wave of overdose deaths across the US and UK. Experts warn this could be the most dangerous drug crisis yet.

FDA approves e-cigarette to help smokers quit

The US FDA has authorised the first e-cigarette as a smoking cessation aid, sparking debate over its potential role in tackling opioid addiction. Experts weigh the benefits against rising youth vaping concerns.

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