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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.

Imperial Brands shares plunge after Germany exit

Tobacco giant Imperial Brands faces shareholder backlash as it confirms plans to withdraw from the German market, triggering a significant stock price drop and raising questions about strategic direction.

Royal Author Reveals Queen's Private Health Concerns

An esteemed royal biographer provides an intimate look into how Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II privately managed health worries, showcasing her profound sense of duty and resilience in her final years.

Smoking kills 8 million people a year, report reveals

A landmark global health report exposes the devastating toll of smoking, with 8 million deaths per year and a profound impact on both smokers and those exposed to second-hand smoke. Experts are calling for urgent government action.

Hillsborough Law: Duty of Candour Bill Heads to Parliament

The Hillsborough Law, a new bill mandating a legal 'duty of candour' on public officials, will be presented to Parliament. It aims to prevent future cover-ups like the one following the 1989 disaster that claimed 97 lives.

UK Declares War on Tobacco & Alcohol Giants

Ministers are preparing a major crackdown on tobacco and alcohol industries, with stricter regulations, plain packaging, and advertising bans to tackle the UK's preventable disease crisis.

Paralegal's £5.6m property empire on a £60k salary exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals how a young Sydney paralegal on a modest salary allegedly built a multi-million pound property portfolio through undisclosed loans and creative financing, dodging stamp duty and raising serious money laundering concerns.

Terror Watchlist Man Worked at UK Islamic School

A man on the UK's terrorism watchlist was discovered working at an independent Islamic school in the Midlands, prompting a serious investigation into safeguarding failures and national security protocols.

Rayner and Farage in Dual Tax Scandal Over Properties

A political firestorm ignites as both Labour's Angela Rayner and Reform's Nigel Farage face intense scrutiny over their tax affairs and property declarations, raising questions of hypocrisy and accountability.

Couple's rift over girlfriend's litter-picking habit

A British man questions his girlfriend's compulsive litter-picking habit, sparking a debate on civic duty, relationship boundaries, and environmental responsibility. Should she stop cleaning up after strangers?

Off-Duty Police Sergeant Attacked Outside Sydney Pub

An off-duty police sergeant was brutally attacked outside a Sydney pub, sustaining serious facial injuries. The alleged assailant, a 25-year-old man, has been charged with assaulting an officer.

Zuckerberg Sues Meta in Stunning Boardroom Betrayal

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against his own company's board, alleging a catastrophic failure in data security and a 'fundamental breach of fiduciary duty' that threatens the future of Facebook and Instagram.

UK Savings Crisis: Average Easy Access Rate Plummets

Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.

Thunberg: Starmer Has Legal Duty to Stop Gaza Genocide

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has publicly called on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to fulfil his 'legal duty' and take immediate action to stop the violence in Gaza, which she labels a genocide. The intervention adds to mounting pressure on the UK gove

Rooney admits defying Ferguson's England rule

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney confesses he deliberately ignored Sir Alex Ferguson's strict instructions while playing for England, risking the wrath of the iconic manager. Exclusive insight into player-manager dynamics.

Alaska Airlines Pilot Guilty in Mid-Flight Engine Sabotage

Joseph Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, has been found guilty of endangering an aircraft after attempting to shut down its engines during a flight. The shocking incident, attributed to a mental health crisis, has sent ripples through the aviati

Spielberg to Direct Call of Duty Movie

Acclaimed director Steven Spielberg is officially attached to helm the highly anticipated film adaptation of the blockbuster video game franchise, Call of Duty, promising a cinematic spectacle for fans.

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