£3.1m illegal tobacco seized in north London raids
Barnet Trading Standards officers have seized over £3 million worth of illegal tobacco, cigarettes, and vapes in a major crackdown across north London. Read about the raids and arrests.
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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.
£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.
American baffled by 4 British phrases in Manchester
An American woman from Texas reveals the four British words and phrases that left her perplexed after moving to Manchester. Discover the cultural quirks of UK lingo.
American's Two-Word Verdict on 'Absurd' Scotch Eggs
An American expat in Britain shares her surprising verdict on Scotch eggs, calling the classic pub snack 'weirdly works'. Discover her take on Britain's secret snack universe.
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.
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.
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.
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.
WWII cemetery removes panels on Black soldiers' fight
A US military cemetery in the Netherlands has removed displays about Black soldiers' dual war against Nazis and segregation. Discover the controversy and its implications.
American moves to UK after six words change everything
An American's shocking revelation about UK life exposes the stark differences between British and American society that made her abandon her life in the States for good.
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.
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.
Lidl's American Snacks: Our Taste Test Verdict
Lidl brings a taste of the USA to British shelves with classic American snacks. We taste-tested everything from Twinkies to Pop-Tarts to reveal which imports are worth your money.
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.
Mount Rushmore's hidden Native American history revealed
As Mount Rushmore celebrates its centenary, new initiatives are finally acknowledging the sacred land's painful history and the Native American tribes displaced for this American monument.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
American's British Food Confessions: Beans to Roasts
An American living in the UK shares hilarious and surprising discoveries about British cuisine, from the great baked bean debate to the proper way to enjoy a Sunday roast.
Podcast producer faces trial over alleged murder plot
Ryan Naumenko, producer of popular 'Teacher's Pet' podcast, stands accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot in Melbourne's tobacco underworld. The shocking case reveals dark connections between media and organised crime.
American diners stunned by UK restaurant service culture
An American expat's viral observations reveal the stark contrasts between US and UK waitstaff culture, from tipping expectations to server interactions.
American in Spain: US food makes me sick
An American woman who relocated to Spain reveals how returning to American cuisine left her feeling unwell, exposing dramatic differences in food quality and ingredients between the two countries.
American's Viral Observations About British Life
From baffling public transport to the great central heating debate - one American's viral observations about British life that have locals nodding in agreement.
UK urged to ban cigarette filters over health and environment
Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
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