Cocaine
Record $1.1 Billion Cocaine Stash Found By Army in Ecuador
The Ecuadorian military found $1.1 billion of cocaine in a pig farm in what they say is a big win against global organised crime.
Bombs, Kidnappings, and Jailbreaks: Ecuador Slides Into Chaos
The kidnapping of four police officers, violence and riots were sparked after convicted gang leader 'Fito' vanished from prison in the South American country beset by cocaine cartels and a rocketing murder rate.
Most Wanted Gangster Found with Cocaine, Guns, and Top Judge’s Ex-Wife
Police found one of Europe’s most wanted drug smugglers, Mladen Samardzija, in a luxury pad with drugs, guns and the ex-wife of a top government aide in Bosnia. The arrest comes alongside a U.S. clampdown on corruption and gangsterism in the region.
Here's What You Need to Know About the Panama Papers Of The Drug World
A colossal hack of emails from the Colombian prosecutor's office has resulted in a treasure trove of revelations about modern day organised crime and cocaine trafficking.
These Companies Think Legal Cocaine Energy Drinks Are the Future
Safe Supply Streaming Co. is investing in companies that will develop food and drinks made from coca leaf. Drug policy experts are skeptical the new ventures will address the overdose crisis.
3-Year-Old Girl Killed After Family Allegedly Found Cocaine Washed Up on Beach
Cocaine left in the ocean by drug cartels washing ashore in the tourist islands of Belize has caused deadly wars between Bloods and Crips gangs for years. The child was one of three people killed.
The Revival of Grimy Drugs
Are mcat and speed back? Plus, meet their glam new cousin once removed, 3-MMC.
The VICE Guide to Getting Unhigh
Experts break down how to get unhigh and make it all stop for every drug going, including weed, cocaine, MDMA and magic mushrooms.
What Is Wiesn Koks, the Fake German Oktoberfest Coke?
The legal powder is the go-to fave of locals and tourists alike.
Fentanyl-Laced Coke and Meth Is Not Fuelling America's Overdose Crisis
The authors of a new study charting a deadly “fourth wave” of drug overdoses tell VICE News that media reports attributing the rise to cocaine and meth being cut with synthetic opioids are wrong.
The Doctors Who Do MDMA and Cocaine Every Weekend
“I'd rather die at 70 having lived freely and intensely than at 90 having always been healthy and in control.”
Turkey Faces Fresh Allegations of Harbouring Cocaine Traffickers
There’s “increasing concern” that Turkey’s so-called golden visa policies are making it easier for wanted gangsters to escape justice.