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Wild sharks off Brazil coast test positive for cocaine, scientists say

Latest research shows how illegal drug consumption by humans is harming marine life

The Guardian - US

Smuggler who snuck £1m of cocaine across Border in secret compartment jailed

A DRUG smuggler who tried to sneak £1 million of cocaine over the Border has been jailed ...

The National (Scotland)

Cocaine sharks: why sea creatures are swimming in drug-tainted waters

Waste from illegal labs and untreated sewage laced with pharmaceuticals is contaminating the seas off Rio de Janeiro. It’s far from the only place to be affected

The Guardian - UK

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Counter-drug strategies in Central America are worsening deforestation, threatening many species of birds

Activities associated with cocaine trafficking threaten two-thirds of the most important landscapes in Central America for 196 forest bird species, including 67 migratory species. This is the key takeaway from a study that colleagues and I published in June 2024 in the journal Nature Sustainability.

The Conversation

Sharks off coast of Brazil test positive for cocaine

Exposure to cocaine could severely impact shark health, potentially damaging their DNA, and impairing their ability to metabolise fats, findings reveal

The Independent UK

Sharks found in waters off Brazil test positive for cocaine

There are concerns the stimulant could make sharks more erratic

Evening Standard

Kevin Feige Reveals the Real Origin of 'Deadpool 3's Cocaine Joke

The president of Marvel Studios is just fine being a punchline in 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' but he wants to make it clear that he has nothing against cocaine.

Inverse

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Nigerian arrested on Phangan for cocaine, overstay

Tourist police arrested a Nigerian man for cocaine possession and overstaying for nearly nine years on Koh Phangan.

Bangkok Post

Lawyer used balloons to smuggle drugs on prison visit

A lawyer will admit to bringing tobacco and painkillers into a Sydney prison but has not responded to accusations she was also caught smuggling cocaine and ice.

AAP

Biden's Final Flip-Flop

The president's decision to drop out after insisting he never would continued a pattern established by a long career of politically convenient reversals.

Reason

Two Scottish men arrested in global cocaine trafficking probe

TWO Scottish men are amongst ten British nationals arrested in an investigation into an international cartel which trafficked drugs from South…

The National (Scotland)

Paraguay Seizes Record 4 Tons Of Cocaine In Sugar Shipment

Paraguay authorities seize 4 tons of cocaine in 'Operation Sweetness,' largest bust in history, signaling a strong stance against drug trafficking.

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Paraguay Makes Record Cocaine Seizure In Sugar Shipment

Paraguay's record cocaine seizure in sugar shipment underscores the country's fight against drug trafficking. President Peña vows to enhance security to pr...

The Independent UK

Biggest ever drugs bust in Paraguay finds four tonnes of cocaine stashed in sugar on way to Europe

The record discovery, code-named ‘Operation Sweetness’, was valued at roughly $240 million

Evening Standard

‘Gucci’ gang laundered millions in drugs cash at London scrapyards

Neelen Balarajah - who drove his car at arresting officers - received 13 years and six months in jail

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Cocaine is being contaminated with powerful opioids called nitazenes. Here’s why it’s a dangerous mix

Earlier this month, drugs sold as cocaine in Melbourne were found to be contaminated with a powerful group of opioids, known as nitazenes.

Latin Times

Colombia Calls For Creditor Help To Underpin Peace, End Cocaine Trad

Leftist President Gustavo Petro has faced multiple obstacles in his efforts to end six decades of conflict between security forces, guerrillas, right-wing paramilitaries and drug gangs.

International Business Times

Colombia Calls For Creditor Help To Underpin Peace, End Cocaine Trade

Colombia's president on Thursday called for international help to slash the cost of servicing the country's debt in order to support its fledgling peace process, which he claimed would help "put an end to cocaine" globally.

AAP

Cannabis, meth dominate Australian drug use: report

Wastewater analysis shows Australians have a preference for illicit stimulants compared to other nations' citizens but cannabis is still the most popular drug.

The Canberra Times

Cocaine spike emerges in latest ACT waste test

Rising cocaine use has prompted roadside testing from January 1.

Newcastle Herald

'Organised criminal networks': drug war continues as ice, cocaine use spike

Offences for dealing amphetamines soar in Lake Macquarie.

The Independent UK

Love Island star faces jail after being caught trafficking cocaine in £53m drug smuggling operation

Magdalena Sadlo was caught trafficking cocaine into London’s Heathrow Airport from Dubai

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