Balloon cigarette smuggling forces Vilnius Airport closure
Vilnius Airport faces unprecedented closure as criminal gangs deploy hundreds of balloons carrying contraband cigarettes across the border from Belarus, creating major security concerns.
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Kerala Temple's Gold Treasure Sparks Smuggling Crisis
Kerala's Sabarimala Temple faces security crisis as gold reserves hit record value, triggering smuggling concerns and urgent protection measures.
UK border officers sent to Balkans to fight people smuggling
British border security experts are being sent to the Balkans to disrupt sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting the UK, as the government launches a new offensive against cross-channel migration routes.
One vape puff put my son in ICU fighting for life
A mother's harrowing warning after her healthy teenage son suffered catastrophic lung failure from a single use of an e-cigarette, requiring life support and weeks of hospital care.
Plane emergency landing after passenger vapes repeatedly
A transatlantic flight from Iceland to Manchester made an unscheduled landing in Canada after a passenger repeatedly ignored warnings and used a vape in the toilet, triggering smoke alarms and creating mid-air chaos.
Selena Gomez's secret wedding day vaping habit exposed
Exclusive details reveal Selena Gomez's discreet vaping habit during her wedding ceremony, with eyewitness accounts describing how the singer concealed her vape pen throughout the special day.
Brit dies swallowing cocaine packets on Dubai flight
A British national has died in a suspected drug smuggling tragedy after swallowing multiple packets of cocaine during a flight to Dubai. The incident has sparked international warnings about the extreme dangers of body packing.
Tottenham player hit by vape thrown from Leeds crowd
A Tottenham Hotspur player was struck by a vape device thrown from the crowd during their pre-season friendly against Leeds United, sparking safety concerns and condemnation from both clubs.
UK Demands Plain Packaging for Vapes in Youth Crackdown
Ministers are set to enforce stark new rules on vape packaging and flavours to combat the alarming rise in youth vaping, mirroring successful tobacco legislation.
Starmer: Ban New Gambling & Vape Shops Targeting Locals
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a radical community empowerment plan to block new betting shops and vape stores, giving residents the power to shape their high streets and protect local communities from exploitation.
UK to ban disposable vapes and enforce plain packaging
The UK government is set to introduce a major public health law to ban disposable vapes and enforce plain packaging to curb youth vaping. Get the full details on the new regulations.
Councils get new powers to block betting shops and vape stores
Local authorities across England are set to receive sweeping new powers to block new betting shops, payday lenders, and vape stores from opening in a bid to reclaim Britain's high streets. The 'planning crackdown' aims to give communities more control ove
Teen killer taunts victim's family from dock
A teenage murderer showed no remorse as he was sentenced for the brutal stabbing of 19-year-old Shawn Seesahai. The killer taunted his victim's family from the dock, shouting 'I'm breathing' before being led away to begin a life sentence.
Venezuelan Gang's Florida Smuggling Plot Foiled
US authorities intercept a major human smuggling operation off the Florida coast, linking the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to a failed boat strike. The incident raises alarms over the cartel's expanding international reach and evolving tactics.
British tourist faces 15 years in Bali prison for vapes
Lamar Ahchee, a British tourist, has been arrested in Bali for allegedly attempting to smuggle 57 e-cigarettes into Indonesia, a crime that carries a maximum 15-year sentence. His family claims he was unaware of the strict laws.
Global Vape Raids: Millions of Illegal E-Cigs Seized
UK authorities launch a major crackdown on illicit vaping, seizing millions of illegal e-cigarettes in coordinated raids from Bondi to Chicago. Discover the scale of the operation and the global black market it targets.
Pensioner on mobility scooter jailed for cocaine smuggling
A 63-year-old man from Kent, using a mobility scooter, has been sentenced to eight years for attempting to smuggle £1 million worth of cocaine from the Netherlands. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated drug operation.
Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick
A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.
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.
Illegal vapes for kids contain lead and dangerous bacteria
Exclusive lab tests reveal illegal vapes sold online to British children are contaminated with life-threatening bacteria and toxic metals like lead, nickel, and chromium.
Teens accessing illegal vapes with banned chemicals
Shocking new investigation reveals teenagers are easily purchasing illegal vapes containing prohibited chemicals, with sellers flouting age verification laws. Experts warn of a growing public health emergency.
Global Ban On Vapes Urged By Health Experts
Leading medical experts are demanding an immediate international ban on disposable vapes, citing alarming new data that debunks their 'harmless' reputation and reveals a growing threat to public health, the environment, and youth.
Vape Smoke Sabotage at Adventure Park Sparks Outrage
A mother's shocking account of how a stranger deliberately blew thick vape smoke at her children during a family day out at a UK adventure park has sparked outrage. The incident, caught on camera, raises serious concerns about public behaviour and child w
US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean
In a major maritime operation, the US Coast Guard has intercepted a colossal shipment of cocaine worth over £330 million off the Florida coast, marking one of the largest narcotics seizures this year.
Airport drug mule with £140k cannabis avoids jail
A drugs mule caught smuggling £140,000 of cannabis through Manchester Airport has been spared prison in a surprising court ruling. Read the full story of the conviction and the suspended sentence.
Ukrainians charged in UK yacht migrant smuggling case
Two Ukrainian nationals face serious charges after UK authorities intercept a yacht suspected of smuggling migrants into Britain. The case highlights ongoing challenges in border security.
Manchester Airport: Woman caught smuggling person in hand luggage
A woman was dramatically apprehended at Manchester Airport after Border Force officers discovered a stowaway hidden inside her hand luggage in a brazen security breach.
Migrants Wade Neck-Deep in Calais Carrying Children to UK Boats
Shocking new footage reveals migrants, including young children, braving treacherous cold sea crossings from France to England, as the small boats crisis intensifies.
Albanian people smuggler jailed for Channel crossings
An Albanian people smuggler has been sentenced to three years in prison for trafficking migrants across the English Channel. The case exposes the inner workings of criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable individuals, as the UK government faces ongoing pressu
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