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Monterey County man found guilty for attacking two brothers with an ax, killing one

Kevin Powell guilty of first-degree murder and attempted murder using an axe in a drug-induced psychosis attack.

Guns, drugs and paranoia' led to killing in California home, prosecutor alleges

A delusional man, under the influence of drugs, shot his partner in a domestic dispute, claiming self-defense during the murder trial.

Monterey County man found guilty for attacking two brothers with an ax, killing one

Kevin Powell guilty of first-degree murder and attempted murder using an axe in a drug-induced psychosis attack.

Guns, drugs and paranoia' led to killing in California home, prosecutor alleges

A delusional man, under the influence of drugs, shot his partner in a domestic dispute, claiming self-defense during the murder trial.
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No Good Deed Recap: It's Giving Cartel

The show's comedic elements and character dynamics are improving as it explores darker themes in a humorous context.

Fentanyl may enter the US from Mexico, but the drug of choice there is different

Crystal meth use in Mexico has surged by 416% from 2013 to 2023, indicating a significant public health crisis.
#liam-payne

Two Arrests Made in Connection With Liam Payne's Death

Two arrests made in connection to Liam Payne's death, involving drug supply and alleged abandonment by a friend.

Two people detained in connection with Liam Payne's death

Two individuals were detained for supplying drugs to Liam Payne, who died at a hotel in Buenos Aires.
A third individual faces investigation for abandonment, failing to notify Payne's family about his drug issues.

Liam Payne's last hours: Whisky, cocaine binge, prostitutes and fatal escape attempt

Liam Payne's fatal fall raises questions about intervention and responsibility among friends during struggles with addiction.

Police raid homes of hotel workers after Liam Payne's death

Liam Payne's death investigation is focusing on three persons of interest, following raids and evidence collection in connection with drug-related activities.

Liam Payne fainted before fatal fall, according to CCTV footage: report

Liam Payne fainted before his fatal fall from a hotel balcony, suggesting unconsciousness rather than deliberate jumping.

Liam Payne had pink cocaine' in his system at time of death reports

Liam Payne's death may be linked to substance abuse, as multiple drugs were found in his system during toxicology testing.

Two Arrests Made in Connection With Liam Payne's Death

Two arrests made in connection to Liam Payne's death, involving drug supply and alleged abandonment by a friend.

Two people detained in connection with Liam Payne's death

Two individuals were detained for supplying drugs to Liam Payne, who died at a hotel in Buenos Aires.
A third individual faces investigation for abandonment, failing to notify Payne's family about his drug issues.

Liam Payne's last hours: Whisky, cocaine binge, prostitutes and fatal escape attempt

Liam Payne's fatal fall raises questions about intervention and responsibility among friends during struggles with addiction.

Police raid homes of hotel workers after Liam Payne's death

Liam Payne's death investigation is focusing on three persons of interest, following raids and evidence collection in connection with drug-related activities.

Liam Payne fainted before fatal fall, according to CCTV footage: report

Liam Payne fainted before his fatal fall from a hotel balcony, suggesting unconsciousness rather than deliberate jumping.

Liam Payne had pink cocaine' in his system at time of death reports

Liam Payne's death may be linked to substance abuse, as multiple drugs were found in his system during toxicology testing.
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#fentanyl

Fentanyl: What is it, what are its effects, how is it consumed and how does it cause an overdose?

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid similar to morphine, is a potent drug used for pain management but has caused an overdose epidemic in the United States.

Leader of Bronx drug mill that doubled as day care where toddler died hit with 45-year sentence: 'Every parent's nightmare'

A Bronx day care tragedy highlights the dangers of drug abuse and its tragic impact on families.

California overdose death linked to opioid three times stronger than fentanyl, federal prosecutors say

Protonitazene, a potent synthetic opioid, led to the first known U.S. death linked to its distribution, highlighting the risks in the opioid crisis.

County Coroner Accused of Doing Drugs He Stole From Dead Bodies

Yakima County coroner Jim Curtice admitted to drug use, stealing substances from dead bodies, raising ethical concerns about his role and addiction.

What's Going On with Tranq?

Xylazine, known as 'tranq,' found in black-market drugs, linked to overdose deaths, and labeled a 'zombie drug.' Often mixed with fentanyl for dangerous effects.

Fentanyl: What is it, what are its effects, how is it consumed and how does it cause an overdose?

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid similar to morphine, is a potent drug used for pain management but has caused an overdose epidemic in the United States.

Leader of Bronx drug mill that doubled as day care where toddler died hit with 45-year sentence: 'Every parent's nightmare'

A Bronx day care tragedy highlights the dangers of drug abuse and its tragic impact on families.

California overdose death linked to opioid three times stronger than fentanyl, federal prosecutors say

Protonitazene, a potent synthetic opioid, led to the first known U.S. death linked to its distribution, highlighting the risks in the opioid crisis.

County Coroner Accused of Doing Drugs He Stole From Dead Bodies

Yakima County coroner Jim Curtice admitted to drug use, stealing substances from dead bodies, raising ethical concerns about his role and addiction.

What's Going On with Tranq?

Xylazine, known as 'tranq,' found in black-market drugs, linked to overdose deaths, and labeled a 'zombie drug.' Often mixed with fentanyl for dangerous effects.
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#family-dynamics

A Miami-Dade officer warned he would kill her mentally ill son. It proved prophetic

The ongoing mental health crisis challenges police response, as repeated incidents involving Richard Hollis strain local law enforcement resources.

Maniac who beat aunt to death with broom was banned from her building for sick behavior - but family is sticking by him

Family loyalty persists despite tragedy, as relatives stand by accused nephew in the face of a shocking crime.

A Miami-Dade officer warned he would kill her mentally ill son. It proved prophetic

The ongoing mental health crisis challenges police response, as repeated incidents involving Richard Hollis strain local law enforcement resources.

Maniac who beat aunt to death with broom was banned from her building for sick behavior - but family is sticking by him

Family loyalty persists despite tragedy, as relatives stand by accused nephew in the face of a shocking crime.
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Court opens inquest for Mr Lucky, who collapsed and died on his birthday

Jakub Lucky, a 45-year-old, died on his birthday from multi-organ failure due to a rare heart condition exacerbated by drug abuse.
#synthetic-drugs

What is Pink Cocaine'?

Pink cocaine is a dangerous club drug widely popular in the U.S., misleadingly named and primarily made of various stimulants and depressants.

Nitazenes: street drugs stronger than heroin, fentanyl DW 03/19/2024

Nitazenes are highly potent opioids, emerging as a deadly street drug.
Synthetic drugs like nitazenes are artificially manufactured by humans using chemicals.

X Launches Prevent Alliance to Combat Synthetic Drug Abuse

Prevent Alliance launched to tackle synthetic drug abuse.

What is Pink Cocaine'?

Pink cocaine is a dangerous club drug widely popular in the U.S., misleadingly named and primarily made of various stimulants and depressants.

Nitazenes: street drugs stronger than heroin, fentanyl DW 03/19/2024

Nitazenes are highly potent opioids, emerging as a deadly street drug.
Synthetic drugs like nitazenes are artificially manufactured by humans using chemicals.

X Launches Prevent Alliance to Combat Synthetic Drug Abuse

Prevent Alliance launched to tackle synthetic drug abuse.
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Liam Payne's Cause Of Death Has Been Revealed In A Preliminary Autopsy

A hotel receptionist called authorities expressing concern for a guest who was heavily intoxicated and in danger of self-harm.

Sean Combs's White Parties Were Edgy, A-List Affairs. Were They More?

Sean Combs's White Parties, once glamorous gatherings, are now re-evaluated amidst serious allegations of sexual coercion and drug use.

Teen girl who killed her mother and invited friend to see the corpse is jailed for life

A 15-year-old girl has been convicted of killing her mother due to her secret life involving drugs.
#mental-health

The Events That Lead to Hospitalization for Mental Illness

Risks for suicide and violence are critical in considering hospitalization in mental health cases.

Horrifying details emerge about drug users, mentally ill living on streets on Manhattan's West Side

Councilman Erik Bottcher declares humanitarian crisis due to homeless population in Manhattan's West Side.

The Events That Lead to Hospitalization for Mental Illness

Risks for suicide and violence are critical in considering hospitalization in mental health cases.

Horrifying details emerge about drug users, mentally ill living on streets on Manhattan's West Side

Councilman Erik Bottcher declares humanitarian crisis due to homeless population in Manhattan's West Side.
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Long Island man high on PCP sentenced for 2021 NYC crash that paralyzed woman

Rodrigilio Rodriguez was sentenced to up to 15 years in prison for a 2021 crash caused by drug impairment, resulting in severe injuries to a woman.

Baby fentanyl death: Judge upholds murder changes for two in unprecedented murder case

Two defendants will stand trial for the murder related to a child's fentanyl overdose, highlighting severe drug-related neglect.
Serious charges reflect an extensive drug environment and negligence by the child's parents and associates.
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With arrests in Matthew Perry death, is L.A.'s ketamine bubble about to burst?

Jasveen Sangha, known as the 'Ketamine Queen,' allegedly sold ketamine to celebrities, including Matthew Perry, raising concerns about the drug's dangerous popularity.

Arrest Made in Investigation Into Matthew Perry's Death

Authorities arrested a suspect related to Matthew Perry's death; further details are expected during a news conference.

Matthew Perry's assistant and 2 doctors among those charged in his death

Several individuals, including doctors, charged for their role in administering dangerous levels of ketamine to Matthew Perry, leading to his overdose death.

Matthew Perry investigation: What we know about the people charged in his death

Charges have been filed against five individuals related to how Matthew Perry procured ketamine linked to his death.

Detienen a una mujer en relacion al caso de la muerte de Matthew Perry

Authorities in Los Angeles arrested a woman linked to Matthew Perry's death, which involved acute effects of ketamine found in his system.

The Case Against Matthew Perry's Accused Killers

Power imbalances in Hollywood are highlighted by the case against Matthew Perry's dealers, raising concerns about the ethical responsibilities of assistants.

With arrests in Matthew Perry death, is L.A.'s ketamine bubble about to burst?

Jasveen Sangha, known as the 'Ketamine Queen,' allegedly sold ketamine to celebrities, including Matthew Perry, raising concerns about the drug's dangerous popularity.

Arrest Made in Investigation Into Matthew Perry's Death

Authorities arrested a suspect related to Matthew Perry's death; further details are expected during a news conference.

Matthew Perry's assistant and 2 doctors among those charged in his death

Several individuals, including doctors, charged for their role in administering dangerous levels of ketamine to Matthew Perry, leading to his overdose death.

Matthew Perry investigation: What we know about the people charged in his death

Charges have been filed against five individuals related to how Matthew Perry procured ketamine linked to his death.

Detienen a una mujer en relacion al caso de la muerte de Matthew Perry

Authorities in Los Angeles arrested a woman linked to Matthew Perry's death, which involved acute effects of ketamine found in his system.

The Case Against Matthew Perry's Accused Killers

Power imbalances in Hollywood are highlighted by the case against Matthew Perry's dealers, raising concerns about the ethical responsibilities of assistants.
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#addiction

They mocked him as 'Chandler' and 'moron.' Matthew Perry was exploited before his death, feds say

Mathew Perry was exploited by medical professionals and dealers who profited from his addiction struggles, leading to his tragic death.

Nitazenes: The opioids 500 times stronger than heroin DW 03/19/2024

Nitazenes are potent opioids up to 500 times stronger than heroin, leading to a higher risk of addiction.
Nitazenes are synthetic psychoactive drugs, unapproved for medical use, and often mixed with other substances like heroin and fentanyl.

They mocked him as 'Chandler' and 'moron.' Matthew Perry was exploited before his death, feds say

Mathew Perry was exploited by medical professionals and dealers who profited from his addiction struggles, leading to his tragic death.

Nitazenes: The opioids 500 times stronger than heroin DW 03/19/2024

Nitazenes are potent opioids up to 500 times stronger than heroin, leading to a higher risk of addiction.
Nitazenes are synthetic psychoactive drugs, unapproved for medical use, and often mixed with other substances like heroin and fentanyl.
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#public-health

Are Overdose Deaths Finally Peaking?

Opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. have slightly declined but remain high, primarily attributed to fentanyl. The trend may not signify a permanent turn, but there are hopeful signs.

Nitazenes: The street drugs stronger than heroin, fentanyl DW 03/19/2024

Nitazenes are potent opioids up to 500 times stronger than heroin, leading to addiction. They are emerging as street drugs mixed with substances like heroin and fentanyl.
Nitazenes are synthetic psychoactive drugs developed in the 1950s, not naturally cultivated. They are illicit substances causing overdoses and fatalities worldwide.

Are Overdose Deaths Finally Peaking?

Opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. have slightly declined but remain high, primarily attributed to fentanyl. The trend may not signify a permanent turn, but there are hopeful signs.

Nitazenes: The street drugs stronger than heroin, fentanyl DW 03/19/2024

Nitazenes are potent opioids up to 500 times stronger than heroin, leading to addiction. They are emerging as street drugs mixed with substances like heroin and fentanyl.
Nitazenes are synthetic psychoactive drugs developed in the 1950s, not naturally cultivated. They are illicit substances causing overdoses and fatalities worldwide.
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#homelessness

NYC 'gateway' and tourist destination overrun by mentally ill, drugged-out weirdos: 'Humanitarian crisis'

Homeless crisis in Manhattan's West Side is escalating, with no signs of immediate help.

San Francisco mayor, DA, police chief discuss issues in city

San Francisco Bay Area is facing challenges with homelessness, drug abuse, empty downtown, and crime.
City leaders are discussing solutions to address these issues.

NYC 'gateway' and tourist destination overrun by mentally ill, drugged-out weirdos: 'Humanitarian crisis'

Homeless crisis in Manhattan's West Side is escalating, with no signs of immediate help.

San Francisco mayor, DA, police chief discuss issues in city

San Francisco Bay Area is facing challenges with homelessness, drug abuse, empty downtown, and crime.
City leaders are discussing solutions to address these issues.
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Student died after using two to three big bottles' of laughing gas a day

Long-term use of nitrous oxide can lead to fatal health complications.
Overconsumption of laughing gas may result in severe physical harm and death.

Quadruple murderer on horror movie' drug-fuelled stabbing rampage is jailed for life

Drug-fuelled stabbing rampage led to a quadruple murder in South London.
Perpetrator claimed sacrifices for the greater good fueled by cannabis abuse.

Brooklyn Drug Overdoses on the Rise: What Parents Need to Know

Generation Z is eschewing alcohol consumption in favor of drug misuse.
Parents are less familiar with the signs and risks of drug abuse compared to alcohol abuse.
Opioids are a common drug of choice among teens in Brooklyn.

Kush, the dangerous new West African drug that supposedly contains human bones

A drug called kush is causing harm in Sierra Leone, killing about a dozen people per week and hospitalizing thousands.
Kush in Sierra Leone is a mixture of cannabis, fentanyl, tramadol, formaldehyde, and potentially ground-down human bones.

Sly Stone's autobiography is full of wild Bay Area stories

Sly Stone, known for his iconic songs like "Everyday People" and "If You Want Me to Stay," has released his first creative statement in decades with a new autobiography.
The book recounts Stone's tumultuous journey and sheds light on his drug abuse and legal troubles that led to his retreat from the limelight.

Perspective | Fentanyl strikes Native communities, as Indian Health Service stumbles

Drug abuse is ravaging Native American communities, with a significant rise in fentanyl-related deaths.
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is facing challenges in providing adequate healthcare due to dilapidated facilities and outdated equipment.
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Hunter Biden's words come back to haunt him as trial on gun charges begins

Hunter Biden's trial on gun charges included vivid details of his crack cocaine abuse, depicting a harrowing descent fueled by drugs and alcohol.

South east London dealer had heroin and cocaine hidden in cigarette box near school

Intelligence-led targeted policing can effectively combat drug-related crimes and address root causes of drug abuse.
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