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Russia detains Vietnamese nationals in immigration bust

Exclusive: Russian authorities have dismantled a major alleged illegal immigration ring in Moscow, detaining over a dozen Vietnamese nationals. The operation raises serious questions about human trafficking routes into Europe.

Yacht race cocaine smugglers jailed for 111 years

A sophisticated criminal gang who attempted to smuggle £50 million worth of cocaine into the UK hidden on a yacht competing in a major transatlantic race has been jailed for a total of 111 years. The elaborate plot was uncovered by the National Crime Agen

Cocaine Surfing Kingpin Jailed for 16 Years

A Devon surfer who masterminded a daring plot to smuggle £4 million worth of cocaine into the UK via the Atlantic Ocean has been jailed for 16 years. Arthur Noel, 44, used his surfing expertise to orchestrate the high-seas drug run, but was caught in a ma

How Ireland's Tiny Navy Fuels UK's Cocaine Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how South American cartels exploit Ireland's minimal naval presence, with just eight ships, to flood Britain with cocaine via a new 'Atlantic Route'.

British pair face death penalty in Bali cocaine bust

Two British nationals have been paraded in handcuffs in Bali after being arrested on accusations of attempting to smuggle cocaine. The pair now faces the grim possibility of Indonesia's ultimate punishment.

US sinks Venezuelan 'narco-sub' in major cocaine bust

In a major counter-narcotics operation, a US Coastguard team from the USS Margaret Chase Thatcher intercepted and scuttled a semi-submersible vessel smuggling over two tonnes of cocaine from Venezuela.

British Teen Caught with £420k Cannabis in Thailand

A 19-year-old British tourist's holiday in Thailand turned into a catastrophe after authorities at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport discovered a staggering 12kg of cannabis, worth over £420,000, hidden in his suitcases. The teen claims he was duped into bei

UK Fertility Rate Crashes to Record Low for Third Year

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures reveals a deepening demographic crisis as the fertility rate in England and Wales hits a record low. Discover the economic pressures, shifting societal norms, and government policies behind the decline.

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.

US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean

In a massive counter-narcotics operation, the US Coast Guard unloads 7,400kg of cocaine seized from smugglers in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, with an estimated street value of over £330 million.

DHS seizes $3.2M in counterfeit Apple AirPods

US authorities intercept massive shipment of fake Apple products from China, preventing an estimated $3.2 million consumer scam. The sophisticated counterfeits were destined for American buyers.

Aussie's DIY Meth Smuggle: Household Item Stash in Thailand

A 34-year-old Australian national faces the death penalty after Thai customs officials discovered 4kg of crystal methamphetamine ingeniously concealed inside a common household appliance. The shocking find was made at a Bangkok mail centre.

Sinaloa Cartel drug ring busted in Brooklyn

US authorities have dismantled a suspected Sinaloa Cartel-linked drug operation in Brooklyn, arresting multiple individuals allegedly tied to the notorious Mexican cartel.

Albanian migrant boasts of easy UK entry

An Albanian migrant has reportedly bragged about sneaking into Britain via small boats while allegedly consuming crack cocaine, raising concerns over border security and immigration policies.

Drug gangster Jamie Rothwell jailed for 21 years

Notorious gangster Jamie Rothwell has been sentenced to 21 years behind bars for running a multi-million-pound cocaine empire across Greater Manchester. Discover how police dismantled his operation.

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