Justice Secretary David Lammy pledges a major crackdown on illicit finance, targeting enablers and launching a £15m police unit boost. Discover the new strategy to protect the UK's financial integrity.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges international crackdown on illicit finance fuelling UK crime and Russia's war in Ukraine. A major summit is set for June 2026.
The ozone layer hole over Antarctica reached its smallest size since 2019 this year, a 'reassuring sign' of recovery thanks to global action on pollutants. Discover the latest data and what it means for the planet.
Susan discovered her husband's affair after giving birth to twins. Financially trapped, she stayed for her children until deciding to reclaim her life through affairs at 50. Read her story.
Australian police uncover nearly £1 million in illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes during routine traffic stop. Major crackdown on illicit tobacco trade continues nationwide.
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta, alleging Facebook and Instagram earn billions from scam ads. Discover the details and potential consequences.
Former HMP Dovegate officer Sarah Barnett pleads guilty to misconduct after illicit relationship with male inmate. Sentencing set for January 7. Read the full story.
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.
Canberra becomes first Australian jurisdiction to decriminalise small quantities of illicit drugs including cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine in radical shift from punishment to public health focus.
A young child has been rushed to hospital after exposure to hazardous chemicals in London. Metropolitan Police have arrested a man and woman as urgent investigation continues.
A young child has died following a hazardous materials emergency in London, prompting a major response from multiple emergency services. The incident occurred in a residential property with a second child hospitalised.
In a stunning development for British sports, elite triathlete James Teagle escapes suspension after testing positive for banned substance, with UK Anti-Doping ruling 'no fault' in controversial case.
Groundbreaking research reveals potentially harmful synthetic chemicals in bubble tea pearls that could pose serious health risks including cancer and developmental issues.
A female prison officer stands accused of conducting an improper relationship with a male inmate at HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset, facing serious misconduct charges in a shocking breach of security protocols.
A female prison officer faces sentencing after admitting to smuggling illicit phone calls to a violent inmate who severed a man's leg in a machete attack, exposing serious security breaches within the UK prison system.
Two individuals have been arrested in Manchester following a significant police operation targeting the alleged production of dangerous substances, with authorities seizing multiple items from a residential property.
Exclusive: British terror suspect allegedly obtained deadly substance similar to that used in Nazi death chambers while amassing explosives arsenal, court hears in shocking security case.
California takes historic action against toxic PFAS chemicals with sweeping new legislation signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, targeting everything from food packaging to cosmetics.
Ex-New York Jets star Mark Sanchez faces criminal charges after being detained outside an Indianapolis hospital where he was reportedly found in possession of controlled substances.
The UK government faces criticism after dismissing calls to regulate poisonous substances more strictly, arguing current laws provide 'robust controls' despite expert warnings.
A bombshell investigation reveals how Russian elites systematically funneled illicit funds into the US and Europe, exploiting legal loopholes and luxury property markets to hide their fortunes.
A Canberra family made a bizarre discovery after moving into a new home: their garage had been secretly converted into a fully-operational, illicit grocery store, stocked with everything from frozen pies to confectionery.
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.
Exclusive University of Bath research reveals dangerous synthetic cannabinoids masquerading as THC in London's illicit drug market, posing severe public health risks.
The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated networks of international criminals are exploiting the UK's property market to launder billions, driving up costs for ordinary Britons and undermining the economy.
Exclusive investigation uncovers how organised crime is flooding Melbourne with illegal, tax-free tobacco products, costing taxpayers millions and funding criminal enterprises.
US sprint star Gabby Thomas delivers a powerful critique on athletics' integrity, questioning the ethics of having a former doping offender, Dennis Mitchell, as head coach for the US Olympic track team ahead of Paris 2024.
New data reveals a sharp rise in Australia's illicit drug demand, with authorities struggling to curb the growing crisis. Experts warn of worsening public health impacts.
A dentist is on trial for allegedly murdering his wife by poisoning her with toxic substances over months. The chilling case reveals a calculated plot that left the victim in agonising pain.