Budget 2025: Tobacco duty rises with inflation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces inflation-linked tobacco duty hike in the Budget. Discover how much more cigarettes, cigars, and hand-rolling tobacco will cost.
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£1M illegal tobacco haul seized in van bust
Australian police uncover nearly £1 million in illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes during routine traffic stop. Major crackdown on illicit tobacco trade continues nationwide.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government pressure and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
Charlotte protests over aggressive US immigration raids
Over 130 people detained in Charlotte immigration crackdown, sparking protests and accusations of racial profiling. Governor warns operation is 'stoking fear' in the community.
Charlotte protests Border Patrol raids with 81 arrests
Charlotte communities are reeling after federal immigration raids led to 81 arrests, sparking protests and causing business districts to grind to a standstill.
ICE Raids in Charlotte Lead to Dozens of Arrests
Dozens arrested in Charlotte, NC, as federal immigration agents conduct raids, sparking protests and community fear. Read the latest on the 'No Border Patrol In Charlotte' rally.
Seven English areas see smoking rates rise despite national fall
Official data reveals smoking has declined to just 9.1% of UK adults, but seven areas including East Staffordshire show worrying increases. Discover the regional disparities and new government regulations.
Border Patrol Raids in Charlotte Cause Widespread Fear
Federal immigration sweeps in Charlotte, NC, target churchgoers and workers, sparking protests and accusations of constitutional rights violations. Read the full report.
Trump's Immigration Raids Target Democratic Charlotte
Federal agents surge into Charlotte, North Carolina, in the latest Trump administration immigration crackdown, sparking fear and political condemnation. Read the full story.
King of Mini Mart crime network unmasked in UK
Undercover investigation reveals shadowy Kurdish crime network operating mini-marts nationwide, exploiting asylum seekers and selling illegal tobacco. Home Office launches probe.
20 Photos of the Week: Global Crises Unfold
From Russian attacks on Kyiv's power grid to US immigration raids and Cop30 climate protests. See the past week's defining moments captured by leading photojournalists.
Global Summit May Ban Cigarette Filters Over Pollution
A major WHO conference will debate banning cigarette filters, the world's most littered item causing toxic plastic pollution. Experts call for urgent action to protect the environment and public health.
Chicagoans organise against ICE raids amid Operation Midway Blitz
Chicago residents organise MigraWatch trainings and Whistlemania events to combat Trump's Operation Midway Blitz ICE raids. Learn how communities fight back against illegal detentions.
Melbourne tobacco war: alleged kill squad leader in court
Exclusive: The shadowy underworld of Melbourne's tobacco wars explodes into public view as alleged hit squad commander Athan Boursinos faces justice over brutal execution-style murder.
Australia's smoking crackdown fuels smuggling epidemic
Australia's aggressive anti-smoking policies have triggered an unprecedented black market boom, with soaring cigarette prices fuelling a lucrative smuggling trade that's overwhelming border authorities.
UK smokers pay £9,000 annually in tobacco taxes
Exclusive analysis reveals the staggering amount British smokers contribute in tobacco taxes annually, with heavy users paying over £9,000 to the Treasury.
Austria bans Hamas in nationwide security crackdown
Austria has outlawed Hamas-related activities nationwide, with police raids targeting multiple properties in Vienna as part of a major counter-terrorism operation.
Australia's $33bn tobacco tax crisis hits budget
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
Maldives Smoking Ban: Tourist Warning Issued
The Maldives introduces revolutionary anti-smoking legislation, banning tobacco products across all 1,192 islands with severe penalties for violations. Essential reading for travellers planning paradise getaways.
Children secretly using nicotine pouches - health warning
Exclusive investigation uncovers how children are secretly using nicotine pouches, with experts warning of serious health risks and addiction concerns for young users across the UK.
SNP plans minimum pricing for tobacco in Scotland
The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.
Sydney Tobacco Shops Close Under New Laws
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements radical new legislation targeting smoking rates and youth access.
Trump Pledges Mass Deportations in Nashville Speech
Former President Donald Trump pledges largest domestic deportation operation in US history during Tennessee rally, targeting undocumented immigrants with ICE raids.
Trump Admits Authorising ICE Raids in 60 Minutes Interview
Exclusive: Donald Trump reveals he personally authorised aggressive ICE raids that separated migrant families during his presidency, making stunning admission in candid television interview that's sparking widespread condemnation.
Prince William's Brazil Earthshot Visit Amid Rio Violence
The Prince of Wales confirms his upcoming Earthshot Prize visit to Brazil just days after Rio de Janeiro's violent drug raids left 130 dead, raising questions about royal security and timing.
ICE Halloween Raids Spark Outrage in Chicago
Exclusive report reveals how ICE conducted coordinated raids across Chicago during Halloween festivities, sparking outrage from activists and local officials.
Trump's Halloween Immigration Raids Spark Protests
Former President Donald Trump launches aggressive immigration raids in Chicago and Los Angeles during Halloween celebrations, sparking widespread protests and political controversy.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
ICE used Halloween masks in immigration raids
US immigration officials conducted coordinated enforcement operations in California and Illinois, employing Halloween disguises during arrests of undocumented immigrants.
Kim Kardashian reveals Ivanka Trump friendship status
Reality TV mogul Kim Kardashian reveals the current state of her relationship with Ivanka Trump, two months after publicly condemning the Trump administration's immigration policies.
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