Drug Gangs Target One in Nine UK Teenagers
Shocking new research reveals over 120,000 teens in England and Wales were exploited into drug and weapon crimes last year. Discover the findings and urgent calls for action.
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Scottish drug deaths surge by nearly a fifth in a year
Suspected drug deaths in Scotland have risen by 19% year-on-year, with critics blaming SNP policies. New figures deal a blow to the government's 'national mission' on addiction.
Anna Kepner's stepbrother, a suspect, living with relative
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner, found strangled on a Carnival cruise, is now living with a relative. His father reveals he never approved the trip, as a custody battle unfolds. Read the latest.
Teen Mom Cancellation Panic After Cory Wharton Claim
MTV's Teen Mom faces cancellation rumours after star Cory Wharton's claims. Get the full story and official network response here.
Parenting expert on teen struggles and solutions
On International Teen Appreciation Day, parenting expert Jenny Garrett OBE explains the pressures facing UK teenagers and shares practical tips for parents to support their mental wellbeing.
Police Hunt for Missing Pregnant Teen Kacey-Rae, 17
Police are urgently searching for heavily pregnant Kacey-Rae, 17, last seen in Gloucester. Concerns grow after she gave away her clothes weeks before vanishing. Help find her.
Best Christmas Gifts for UK Teens in 2025
Discover the ultimate 2025 Christmas gift guide for UK teenagers, curated by teens themselves. From gaming gear to fashion must-haves, find perfect presents they'll love.
What UK Teens Really Want for Gifts in 2025
Struggling to buy for a teenager? We asked UK teens for their top 36 gift ideas, from Lululemon to slushie machines. Discover what they actually want.
Teen Heiress Death: Overdose or Murder? Parents Fight Back
The mysterious death of 18-year-old heiress Amelia Salehpour in California was ruled an overdose, but her wealthy parents believe she was murdered. Discover their fight for justice.
43% of UK teens experience dangerous choking during sex
Shocking study reveals nearly half of sexually active under-18s engage in strangulation during intimacy, with experts blaming violent online pornography. Learn the risks and solutions.
American tourist faces 12-year sentence in Bali drug case
Lamar Ahchee, a 31-year-old American tourist, has been arrested in Bali for alleged cocaine possession after police raided his hotel room following a tip-off about drug activities.
Pregnant British teen cleared in Georgia drug case
Exclusive: 19-year-old Bella Culley, seven months pregnant, finally flies home to Britain after Georgian authorities drop drug charges in dramatic U-turn following international pressure.
Pregnant UK teen moved to prison baby unit in Georgia
Exclusive: 19-year-old Bella May Culley, accused of cocaine smuggling in Georgia, has been transferred to a specialist maternity unit within the prison system as her pregnancy advances.
Pregnant mother jailed for drug trafficking role
Exclusive: Bella Culley, a vulnerable pregnant mother, was coerced into a cocaine smuggling operation. Her harrowing story exposes how drug gangs exploit the desperate.
British teen drug mule toasts bread with candle in prison
Exclusive: Bella Culley, 19, reveals shocking conditions in South American prison after being caught with cocaine worth £250,000, forced to use candles for basic cooking.
Gangsters target private school children in cash extortion racket
Organised crime groups are blackmailing private school pupils across Britain, forcing them to steal cash from wealthy families under threat of violence in alarming new trend.
Belgium's narco-state crisis: Cartels wage street wars
Shocking investigation reveals how Belgian cities have become battlegrounds for drug cartels, with children as young as 11 caught in crossfire and authorities struggling to contain the crisis.
California student dies from suspected overdose after game
A California high school community is in mourning after a 14-year-old student died from a suspected overdose following a school softball game, with another student hospitalised in critical condition.
Six teens overdose at California softball tournament
A community softball tournament in Fullerton, California descended into chaos when six teenagers required emergency hospital treatment following suspected drug overdoses, with authorities investigating the disturbing incident.
Taylor Swift Ticket Scam Targets Vulnerable Southport Teen
Exclusive: Southport CAMHS mental health service warns of sophisticated fraud operation preying on young Swift fans, with police launching investigation into the disturbing case.
Brothers ran £1.5M drug empire from neighbouring mansions
Two brothers who lived in adjacent mansions have been jailed for running a sophisticated cannabis operation worth over £1.5 million, with police discovering a professional setup complete with ventilation systems and electricity bypasses.
UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.
Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.
South Korea seizes £2.6m ketamine in major Jeju Island bust
South Korean authorities intercept 4kg of ketamine worth £2.6 million on Jeju Island, exposing sophisticated drug smuggling operations and growing addiction concerns in East Asia.
13-year-old fighting life after suspected drug incident
A teenage girl remains in critical condition after collapsing near her Westminster school in a suspected drug-related incident that has shocked the community and prompted police investigation.
British drug mule, 23, faces Bali firing squad
Bella Culley from Lincolnshire faces execution in Indonesia after being caught with 3kg of cocaine at Denpasar Airport. The 23-year-old's harrowing story reveals how she was allegedly coerced into becoming a drug mule.
London narco mansion used by Albanian drug lords exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Albanian crime syndicates transformed a £3 million London mansion into a sophisticated drug operations centre, complete with panic rooms and secret compartments.
County Lines Gangs Exploit Thousands of UK Children
Exclusive Home Office data reveals how criminal networks are systematically grooming vulnerable children for county lines operations across the UK, with police struggling to contain the escalating crisis.
Teen dies after babysitting job in Birmingham
A Birmingham family is demanding answers after their 17-year-old daughter died from catastrophic organ failure following what appeared to be a routine babysitting job, with doctors suspecting chemical poisoning.
Police raid uncovers alleged drug lab in Melbourne suburb
Exclusive: Victorian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated alleged drug manufacturing operation in a quiet Melbourne suburb, with police making multiple arrests and seizing substantial quantities of chemicals and equipment.
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