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Why did someone add a giant meth pipe to MacArthur Park's Prometheus statue?

The Prometheus statue reflects MacArthur Park's decline, symbolizing broader issues of neglect, drug use, and homelessness in the area.
#oregon

Oregon will get up to $40 million in a new opioid settlement with Kroger

Oregon will receive $40 million for drug addiction prevention as part of a $1.37 billion opioid crisis settlement with Kroger.

Multnomah County new drug addiction program starts small

Oregon counties are adopting new strategies to address fentanyl overdoses and addiction, emphasizing treatment over incarceration.

Oregon will get up to $40 million in a new opioid settlement with Kroger

Oregon will receive $40 million for drug addiction prevention as part of a $1.37 billion opioid crisis settlement with Kroger.

Multnomah County new drug addiction program starts small

Oregon counties are adopting new strategies to address fentanyl overdoses and addiction, emphasizing treatment over incarceration.
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The young people in rehab as ketamine addiction spirals in the UK

The rise in ketamine use among young people is linked to the cost-of-living crisis and the growing accessibility of the drug.
#crime

Potential tough-on-crime California ballot measure promises less homelessness. Experts aren't convinced

The California ballot measure tough on crime is being promoted with a focus on homelessness, but lacks direct funding or resources to alleviate the issue.

Heartbreaking' moment woman left man to freeze to death after mobility scooter theft

Hawkins was sentenced to six years for the manslaughter of Neil Shadwick after stealing his mobility scooter, leading to his freezing death.

Tunisian drug addict killed man and lied about his identity

A Tunisian drug addict was sentenced to over seven years for the manslaughter of Ibrahim Pertek after a violent robbery attempt.

Co-op worker thought she was going to die' when thug attacked her

Imen Hersi was sentenced to five years for numerous violent burglaries of Co-op stores, raising serious concerns about employee safety.

Prolific thief with 260 convictions terrorised shop staff at Waterloo and Victoria

Sherene Small, a prolific thief with 263 convictions, was sentenced to 24 weeks in prison for her ongoing thefts driven by addiction.

Potential tough-on-crime California ballot measure promises less homelessness. Experts aren't convinced

The California ballot measure tough on crime is being promoted with a focus on homelessness, but lacks direct funding or resources to alleviate the issue.

Heartbreaking' moment woman left man to freeze to death after mobility scooter theft

Hawkins was sentenced to six years for the manslaughter of Neil Shadwick after stealing his mobility scooter, leading to his freezing death.

Tunisian drug addict killed man and lied about his identity

A Tunisian drug addict was sentenced to over seven years for the manslaughter of Ibrahim Pertek after a violent robbery attempt.

Co-op worker thought she was going to die' when thug attacked her

Imen Hersi was sentenced to five years for numerous violent burglaries of Co-op stores, raising serious concerns about employee safety.

Prolific thief with 260 convictions terrorised shop staff at Waterloo and Victoria

Sherene Small, a prolific thief with 263 convictions, was sentenced to 24 weeks in prison for her ongoing thefts driven by addiction.
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#opioid-overdose

Opioid deaths now lowest in 3 years, but still worse than pre-pandemic

Opioid overdose deaths have decreased to their lowest levels in three years, according to the CDC, but remain significantly worse than pre-pandemic rates.

Homeless man found dead outside supermarket in Hornchurch

Martyn Brian Pink, a 43-year-old homeless man, died from an opioid overdose outside Tesco Express in Hornchurch.

Opioid deaths now lowest in 3 years, but still worse than pre-pandemic

Opioid overdose deaths have decreased to their lowest levels in three years, according to the CDC, but remain significantly worse than pre-pandemic rates.

Homeless man found dead outside supermarket in Hornchurch

Martyn Brian Pink, a 43-year-old homeless man, died from an opioid overdose outside Tesco Express in Hornchurch.
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#proposition-36

Mahan: Let California judges require drug treatment that ends suffering on streets

Proposition 36 aims to address addiction crisis in California by mandating treatment for repeat nonviolent offenders, shifting focus from incarceration to rehabilitation.

Prop 36 aims to force drug offenders into treatment. Would it help solve homelessness?

Proposition 36 aims to address California's homelessness and addiction crises by increasing penalties for low-level crimes and facilitating court-ordered treatment.

Mahan: Let California judges require drug treatment that ends suffering on streets

Proposition 36 aims to address addiction crisis in California by mandating treatment for repeat nonviolent offenders, shifting focus from incarceration to rehabilitation.

Prop 36 aims to force drug offenders into treatment. Would it help solve homelessness?

Proposition 36 aims to address California's homelessness and addiction crises by increasing penalties for low-level crimes and facilitating court-ordered treatment.
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Rosie O'Donnell calls addiction a deadly disease' after daughter's drug-related arrest

Rosie O'Donnell expressed concern for her daughter's long struggle with addiction following her recent arrest on serious felony charges.
#public-health

SF's 'Cash not Drugs' legislation wants to gift people $100 a week to stay sober

City of San Francisco proposes paying individuals up to $100 weekly to stay drug-free, aiming to incentivize sobriety and decrease drug use.

It gets hold of you': Crystal meth from Myanmar floods Australia streets

Crystalline methamphetamine, commonly known as ice, is increasingly prevalent in Australia, with 70% sourced from northeastern Myanmar.

'Dignity Where There Was Little to Be Found': Inside the Fight for California Needle Exchange Programs | KQED

Needle exchange programs are critical for reducing infectious diseases and overdoses despite local skepticism and varying public support.

SF's 'Cash not Drugs' legislation wants to gift people $100 a week to stay sober

City of San Francisco proposes paying individuals up to $100 weekly to stay drug-free, aiming to incentivize sobriety and decrease drug use.

It gets hold of you': Crystal meth from Myanmar floods Australia streets

Crystalline methamphetamine, commonly known as ice, is increasingly prevalent in Australia, with 70% sourced from northeastern Myanmar.

'Dignity Where There Was Little to Be Found': Inside the Fight for California Needle Exchange Programs | KQED

Needle exchange programs are critical for reducing infectious diseases and overdoses despite local skepticism and varying public support.
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#foster-care

Barry Keoghan Explained Why He Doesn't Have The "Normal Father-Son Relationship" With His Son

Barry's difficult upbringing included living in 13 foster homes before finding stability.
His mother's struggle with drugs led to his placement in foster care.

Barry Keoghan promises to drop in to old school after Bafta win

Irish actor Barry Keoghan has promised to drop in to his old school in Dublin after winning a Bafta film award.The Banshees Of Inisherin star, 30, dedicated his best supporting actor prize to Ireland and the kids that are dreaming to be something from the area I come from, as he was given the award at the ceremony in London on Sunday night.

Barry Keoghan Explained Why He Doesn't Have The "Normal Father-Son Relationship" With His Son

Barry's difficult upbringing included living in 13 foster homes before finding stability.
His mother's struggle with drugs led to his placement in foster care.

Barry Keoghan promises to drop in to old school after Bafta win

Irish actor Barry Keoghan has promised to drop in to his old school in Dublin after winning a Bafta film award.The Banshees Of Inisherin star, 30, dedicated his best supporting actor prize to Ireland and the kids that are dreaming to be something from the area I come from, as he was given the award at the ceremony in London on Sunday night.
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New recovery housing facility set to open in Portland

New recovery housing facility in northeast Portland will support 40 individuals overcoming drug addiction and promote accountability among residents.

Drug Use Isn't All or Only an Individual Choice

Drug use and addiction are shaped by intricate social and political contexts that necessitate a broader model of care.
#family-dynamics

Why Middle Class Americans Are Praying for a Trump Return

It is challenging to see oneself addressed in third person in major publications after giving an RNC speech, highlighting the impact of personal struggles on family dynamics and the community.

After my brother's death, guilt haunted me. Until I went back to where he died | Lynne Wallis

Stephen's drug addiction escalated from cannabis to heroin, leading to his tragic death at age 24.
Family shame and guilt plagued those left behind after Stephen's death.

Why Middle Class Americans Are Praying for a Trump Return

It is challenging to see oneself addressed in third person in major publications after giving an RNC speech, highlighting the impact of personal struggles on family dynamics and the community.

After my brother's death, guilt haunted me. Until I went back to where he died | Lynne Wallis

Stephen's drug addiction escalated from cannabis to heroin, leading to his tragic death at age 24.
Family shame and guilt plagued those left behind after Stephen's death.
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#fentanyl

Fourth wave' of opioid epidemic crashes ashore, propelled by fentanyl and meth

The U.S. faces the fourth wave of the opioid epidemic with increasing polysubstance use, particularly combining fentanyl with methamphetamine or cocaine.
Polysubstance use, particularly with fentanyl and methamphetamine, poses a significant challenge in addressing the nation's drug problem.

Plea deal reached in case of Fremont mother whose toddler overdosed on fentanyl

A Fremont mother pled guilty to involuntary manslaughter after her toddler fatally overdosed on fentanyl, sparking concerns about opioid access in homes.

Fourth wave' of opioid epidemic crashes ashore, propelled by fentanyl and meth

The U.S. faces the fourth wave of the opioid epidemic with increasing polysubstance use, particularly combining fentanyl with methamphetamine or cocaine.
Polysubstance use, particularly with fentanyl and methamphetamine, poses a significant challenge in addressing the nation's drug problem.

Plea deal reached in case of Fremont mother whose toddler overdosed on fentanyl

A Fremont mother pled guilty to involuntary manslaughter after her toddler fatally overdosed on fentanyl, sparking concerns about opioid access in homes.
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2 doctors are charged in connection to 'Friends' actor Matthew Perry's ketamine death

Two doctors and a drug dealer arrested for involvement in Matthew Perry's ketamine overdose death, highlighting issues of drug distribution and addiction.

Cannabis could help people cut down or stop opioid use, research shows

Cannabis may assist in reducing opioid use, supported qualitatively by USC research on drug user experiences.
#hunter-biden

Biden's Justice Department keeps airing his family's dirty laundry

Hunter Biden is facing a public trial involving personal and family matters, including drug addiction, divorce, and financial issues.

Hunter Biden gun trial to begin next month after judge denies bid to delay

Hunter Biden's federal gun case is proceeding to trial with allegations of false statements related to a gun purchase and possession amidst a backdrop of drug addiction struggles.

Jill Biden trolled for giving speech at unfortunately named 'Hunter High': 'Straight out of a Veep episode'

First Lady Jill Biden's political advance team faced ridicule on social media due to the placement of 'Hunter High' signs during her visit to a school.
Observers on social media noted the connection between 'Hunter High' and Jill Biden's son, Hunter Biden, who has struggled with drug addiction.

Biden's Justice Department keeps airing his family's dirty laundry

Hunter Biden is facing a public trial involving personal and family matters, including drug addiction, divorce, and financial issues.

Hunter Biden gun trial to begin next month after judge denies bid to delay

Hunter Biden's federal gun case is proceeding to trial with allegations of false statements related to a gun purchase and possession amidst a backdrop of drug addiction struggles.

Jill Biden trolled for giving speech at unfortunately named 'Hunter High': 'Straight out of a Veep episode'

First Lady Jill Biden's political advance team faced ridicule on social media due to the placement of 'Hunter High' signs during her visit to a school.
Observers on social media noted the connection between 'Hunter High' and Jill Biden's son, Hunter Biden, who has struggled with drug addiction.
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'Brixton slasher' killed woman by stabbing her neck three times in random attack

The convicted murderer, a drug addict, was sentenced to life in prison for stabbing a woman to death and injuring others in unprovoked attacks.
#proposition-47

Can Tough-on-crime Ballot Measure Deliver on Promises to Reduce Homelessness?

Proponents of the 'Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act' aim to increase penalties for drug and theft crimes without addressing homelessness and lack funding for housing or treatment beds.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed backs GOP initiative to stiffen penalties for retail theft

Democratic mayors London Breed and Matt Mahan have endorsed a ballot measure to reform Proposition 47, a controversial initiative that reduced some drug and theft felonies to misdemeanors.
The new measure, called the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, Retail Theft Reduction Act, would increase penalties for fentanyl dealers and repeat organized retail theft rings, as well as provide mandatory treatment for drug users.

Can Tough-on-crime Ballot Measure Deliver on Promises to Reduce Homelessness?

Proponents of the 'Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act' aim to increase penalties for drug and theft crimes without addressing homelessness and lack funding for housing or treatment beds.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed backs GOP initiative to stiffen penalties for retail theft

Democratic mayors London Breed and Matt Mahan have endorsed a ballot measure to reform Proposition 47, a controversial initiative that reduced some drug and theft felonies to misdemeanors.
The new measure, called the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, Retail Theft Reduction Act, would increase penalties for fentanyl dealers and repeat organized retail theft rings, as well as provide mandatory treatment for drug users.
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#san-francisco

San Francisco Considers a Measure to Screen Welfare Recipients for Addiction | KQED

San Francisco Mayor London Breed is proposing controversial public safety measures on the upcoming ballot.
One proposal would require single adults on welfare to be screened and treated for illegal drug addiction or lose cash assistance.

San Francisco considers a measure to screen welfare recipients for addiction

San Francisco's Democratic mayor is pushing two controversial public safety proposals on the upcoming ballot.
The proposals include mandatory drug addiction screening for single adults on welfare and granting police more crime-fighting powers.

SF's New Drug Screening for Welfare' Law Not as Harsh as Advertised, Basically Just an Honor System

San Francisco's welfare screening for drug addiction is based on a self-reported 10-question questionnaire, not actual drug testing.

San Francisco Considers a Measure to Screen Welfare Recipients for Addiction | KQED

San Francisco Mayor London Breed is proposing controversial public safety measures on the upcoming ballot.
One proposal would require single adults on welfare to be screened and treated for illegal drug addiction or lose cash assistance.

San Francisco considers a measure to screen welfare recipients for addiction

San Francisco's Democratic mayor is pushing two controversial public safety proposals on the upcoming ballot.
The proposals include mandatory drug addiction screening for single adults on welfare and granting police more crime-fighting powers.

SF's New Drug Screening for Welfare' Law Not as Harsh as Advertised, Basically Just an Honor System

San Francisco's welfare screening for drug addiction is based on a self-reported 10-question questionnaire, not actual drug testing.
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Sean Burroughs Passes Away

Former MLB player Sean Burroughs passed away at 43, collapsed coaching son's little league game.

An intruder made it to the second flood of L.A. Mayor Bass' home: Here's what we know

Police arrested intruder at L.A. Mayor's residence; motive unclear.

Does Portugal Have The Answer To Stopping Drug Overdose Deaths? : Consider This from NPR

Portugal's approach to treating drug addiction as an illness has led to extremely rare overdose deaths.
Decriminalization of small amounts of drugs and publicly funding addiction services are key components of Portugal's successful model.

Hollywood can't stop making films about addiction and drugs

The Sundance Film Festival featured a significant number of films focused on drugs and drug addiction.
The prevalence of drug-related films at Sundance may not attract hesitant audiences back to struggling movie theaters.

Cheap, plentiful and devastating: The synthetic drug kush is walloping Sierra Leone

Kush, a form of synthetic cannabinoid, has become popular in Sierra Leone due to its accessibility and cheapness.
Kush is cut with dangerous additives like tramadol and formalin, making it potent and unpredictable.

Bay Area mayors Mahan and Breed join call for Prop 47 reform to crack down on theft, drugs

Mayors of San Francisco and San Jose are now calling for reform of Prop 47, a measure aimed to lower prison population but has resulted in unintended consequences.
The proposed reform would reclassify theft with two or more prior convictions as a felony and mandate mental health and addiction services for felony charges.
Supporters of the reform argue that Prop 47 has led to an increase in retail thefts without adequate punishment.

High-flying City financier high on cocaine before mystery Chelsea death fall

Christopher Coe, a City financier, died in a fall from the top floor of his Chelsea apartment block after consuming large quantities of cocaine.
Coe battled with drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and a gambling habit which affected his work and personal life.

Wayne Kramer: a complex and influential musician, dogged by lucklessness

The MC5's music was highly influential, inspiring many punk bands in the 70s and continuing to influence rock music.
The band faced numerous setbacks throughout their career, including struggles with record companies, drug addiction, and legal issues.

23 New Songs Out Today

The Jesus and Mary Chain will release their new album Glasgow Eyes on March 8th.
Laura Jane Grace's new single 'Birds Talk Too' was inspired by her experiences in Amsterdam.
#drug addiction

A Monster': Super Meth and Other Drugs Push Crisis Beyond Opioids

Increasing numbers of individuals addicted to opioids are also using other illicit substances, making treatment more challenging.
The practice of polysubstance use, or using multiple illicit substances, is growing rapidly and complicating efforts to combat drug addiction.

A successful anti-Bukele' criminal justice model in Costa Rica

Erenia Cerdas was hooked on crack by the age of 21 and had a troubled past.
Cerdas unknowingly became a decoy for a larger drug smuggling operation and was arrested, but her case was handled differently due to her circumstances.

They're trying to kill me': Hunter Biden talks with Moby about the rightwing vendetta against him

Hunter Biden accuses the right wing of trying to harass him into relapsing into drug addiction in an effort to harm his father's presidency.
Biden describes his struggles with addiction and the intense hatred and harassment he faces on a global scale.

One woman's controversial fight to make America accept drug users for who they are

Louise Vincent is a leading voice advocating for the humanization and support of drug users in the face of the devastating overdose crisis in the U.S.
Abstinence-focused approaches to recovery don't work for many people struggling with addiction, according to Vincent.
Vincent argues that the U.S. focus on law enforcement and drug abstinence has not been effective, and it's time to try something new.

Opinion | Addiction Ravaged My Family and Tribe. I'm Fighting to Get Them Back.

The devastating impact of the opioid epidemic on families is explored through a personal account from a parent on the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation.
The author reflects on their children as innocent babies, contrasting their current struggles with drug addiction.
The introduction of OxyContin to the reservation had a profound and destructive effect on the community.

Parents jailed after death of four-month-old son

Reece Kelly was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his baby son.
Georgia Wright was jailed for three years for child cruelty.
The couple prioritized drug-taking over their son's well-being.

A Monster': Super Meth and Other Drugs Push Crisis Beyond Opioids

Increasing numbers of individuals addicted to opioids are also using other illicit substances, making treatment more challenging.
The practice of polysubstance use, or using multiple illicit substances, is growing rapidly and complicating efforts to combat drug addiction.

A successful anti-Bukele' criminal justice model in Costa Rica

Erenia Cerdas was hooked on crack by the age of 21 and had a troubled past.
Cerdas unknowingly became a decoy for a larger drug smuggling operation and was arrested, but her case was handled differently due to her circumstances.

They're trying to kill me': Hunter Biden talks with Moby about the rightwing vendetta against him

Hunter Biden accuses the right wing of trying to harass him into relapsing into drug addiction in an effort to harm his father's presidency.
Biden describes his struggles with addiction and the intense hatred and harassment he faces on a global scale.

One woman's controversial fight to make America accept drug users for who they are

Louise Vincent is a leading voice advocating for the humanization and support of drug users in the face of the devastating overdose crisis in the U.S.
Abstinence-focused approaches to recovery don't work for many people struggling with addiction, according to Vincent.
Vincent argues that the U.S. focus on law enforcement and drug abstinence has not been effective, and it's time to try something new.

Opinion | Addiction Ravaged My Family and Tribe. I'm Fighting to Get Them Back.

The devastating impact of the opioid epidemic on families is explored through a personal account from a parent on the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation.
The author reflects on their children as innocent babies, contrasting their current struggles with drug addiction.
The introduction of OxyContin to the reservation had a profound and destructive effect on the community.

Parents jailed after death of four-month-old son

Reece Kelly was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his baby son.
Georgia Wright was jailed for three years for child cruelty.
The couple prioritized drug-taking over their son's well-being.
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#years

'The Covenant of Water' tells the story of three generations in South India

Much will be written about Abraham Verghese's multigenerational South Indian novel in the coming months and years.As we've seen with Verghese's earlier fiction, there will be frequent references to that other celebrated doctor-writer, Anton Chekhov.There will also be continued invocations of the likes of Charles Dickens and T.S. Eliot to describe Verghese's ambitious literary scope and realism.

Today in Sweden: a roundup of the news on Thursday

Three Swedish cities top EU ranking for amphetamine use For the third year in a row, the Swedish cities of Gavle, Sandviken and Soderhamn have topped an EU ranking that estimates the use of various drugs by testing concentrations in the wastewater.The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) every year asks 104 cities in 21 EU countries to collect samples of sewage water to help estimate the use of various drugs, with tests taken for this year's study in the spring of 2022.

Judge who presided over Alex Murdaugh trial didn't expect the interest and notoriety' surrounding it

The South Carolina judge who found himself in the headlines during the high-profile murder trial of Alex Murdaugh said he didn't anticipate the proceedings would be so captivating when he made the decision to make them available for everyone to view.It was an important case, all cases are, any case where you have a murder, Judge Clifton Newman said during an event at Cleveland State University College of Law on Tuesday.

Tony Stark, er, Robert Downey Jr. joins board of Boston digital security firm

Celebs He'll be at the board meetings, so keep an eye out for him in the Seaport.Despite mounting evidence that there's no such thing as death in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it's looking pretty unlikely that Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the big screen as the late Tony Stark, a.k.a.Iron Man, anytime soon.

Robert Blake, the actor acquitted in wife's killing, dies at 89

Actor Robert Blake is shown leaving court on Oct. 3, 2005, after his second day of testimony in a wrongful death lawsuit, brought by the family of Bonny Lee Bakley, in Burbank, Calif.Nick Ut/AP LOS ANGELES Robert Blake, the Emmy award-winning performer who went from acclaim for his acting to notoriety when he was tried and acquitted in the killing of his wife, died Thursday at age 89.

Tom Sizemore: The Hollywood hardman who fell from grace

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Tom Sizemore made a name for himself as a quintessential Hollywood hardman, after starring in multiple high-octane thrillers.The US actor carved out his niche in the 90s, though he later fell from grace following a string of convictions and substance abuse issues.

'The Covenant of Water' tells the story of three generations in South India

Much will be written about Abraham Verghese's multigenerational South Indian novel in the coming months and years.As we've seen with Verghese's earlier fiction, there will be frequent references to that other celebrated doctor-writer, Anton Chekhov.There will also be continued invocations of the likes of Charles Dickens and T.S. Eliot to describe Verghese's ambitious literary scope and realism.

Today in Sweden: a roundup of the news on Thursday

Three Swedish cities top EU ranking for amphetamine use For the third year in a row, the Swedish cities of Gavle, Sandviken and Soderhamn have topped an EU ranking that estimates the use of various drugs by testing concentrations in the wastewater.The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) every year asks 104 cities in 21 EU countries to collect samples of sewage water to help estimate the use of various drugs, with tests taken for this year's study in the spring of 2022.

Judge who presided over Alex Murdaugh trial didn't expect the interest and notoriety' surrounding it

The South Carolina judge who found himself in the headlines during the high-profile murder trial of Alex Murdaugh said he didn't anticipate the proceedings would be so captivating when he made the decision to make them available for everyone to view.It was an important case, all cases are, any case where you have a murder, Judge Clifton Newman said during an event at Cleveland State University College of Law on Tuesday.

Tony Stark, er, Robert Downey Jr. joins board of Boston digital security firm

Celebs He'll be at the board meetings, so keep an eye out for him in the Seaport.Despite mounting evidence that there's no such thing as death in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it's looking pretty unlikely that Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the big screen as the late Tony Stark, a.k.a.Iron Man, anytime soon.

Robert Blake, the actor acquitted in wife's killing, dies at 89

Actor Robert Blake is shown leaving court on Oct. 3, 2005, after his second day of testimony in a wrongful death lawsuit, brought by the family of Bonny Lee Bakley, in Burbank, Calif.Nick Ut/AP LOS ANGELES Robert Blake, the Emmy award-winning performer who went from acclaim for his acting to notoriety when he was tried and acquitted in the killing of his wife, died Thursday at age 89.

Tom Sizemore: The Hollywood hardman who fell from grace

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Tom Sizemore made a name for himself as a quintessential Hollywood hardman, after starring in multiple high-octane thrillers.The US actor carved out his niche in the 90s, though he later fell from grace following a string of convictions and substance abuse issues.
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Bald hair products shoplifter arrested after police spotted him going into barbers

A bald shoplifter gave himself away after he snuck into a barber shop to avoid the police.Officers arrested the 46-year-old after they caught him with a bag full of 16 hair products that he stole from Boots in Beeston, Nottingham.Police said he is one of city's most prolific shoplifters but chose the wrong place to hide from police.

Major county lines drugs crackdown as police make over 200 arrests

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Police have made more than 200 arrests and seized over 1 million worth of drugs during a crackdown on county lines gangs.The operation, which ran from 27 February to 5 March saw 105 people charged with a total of 223 offences.

Alex Murdaugh is sentenced to 2 life terms for the double murder of his wife and son

Alex Murdaugh was hit with a punishment of two life sentences on Friday, over the double murder of his wife and son in 2021.He's seen here being led into the Colleton County Courthouse by sheriff's deputies for sentencing in Walterboro, S.C. Joshua Boucher/The State via AP, Pool Judge Clifton Newman sentenced disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh to two consecutive life sentences for the murders of his wife and son Friday, less than 24 hours after a jury found Murdaugh guilty in the 2021 slayings of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh.

F5: b. Robert Moore Credits Art With Saving His Life

Self-taught multidisciplinary contemporary artist b.Robert Moore thinks of art as more than a career - he thanks it for saving his life.He began painting as a mental and emotion outlet to counter drug addiction and alcoholism.He shared, "As a recovering alcoholic and addict, art is my therapy and I find fulfillment in producing the work as a healthy alternative to addiction and mental health disorders (aka super powers).

DW Jazz Concerts: Kinga Glyk DW 01/15/2023

To play this audio please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 audio Kinga Glyk is a rising star of Jazz Blues music.In this concert, recorded at the 2021 Jazzfest in Bonn, we'll hear songs from her album, "Feelings."Things feel like they have gone back to normal after two long years of the pandemic, but back in 2021, musicians like Glyk were quite excited to get back on stage and play in front of a live audience.

Have you called 988 during a mental health crisis? We want to hear from you

Since mid-July, people experiencing a mental health crisis across the country have been able to punch three numbers into their phone - 9-8-8 - and reach counselors trained to help.Anyone with a working phone or internet service can call, text or start an online chat for assistance with crises ranging from suicidal thoughts to drug addiction.

Bald hair products shoplifter arrested after police spotted him going into barbers

A bald shoplifter gave himself away after he snuck into a barber shop to avoid the police.Officers arrested the 46-year-old after they caught him with a bag full of 16 hair products that he stole from Boots in Beeston, Nottingham.Police said he is one of city's most prolific shoplifters but chose the wrong place to hide from police.

Major county lines drugs crackdown as police make over 200 arrests

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Police have made more than 200 arrests and seized over 1 million worth of drugs during a crackdown on county lines gangs.The operation, which ran from 27 February to 5 March saw 105 people charged with a total of 223 offences.

Alex Murdaugh is sentenced to 2 life terms for the double murder of his wife and son

Alex Murdaugh was hit with a punishment of two life sentences on Friday, over the double murder of his wife and son in 2021.He's seen here being led into the Colleton County Courthouse by sheriff's deputies for sentencing in Walterboro, S.C. Joshua Boucher/The State via AP, Pool Judge Clifton Newman sentenced disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh to two consecutive life sentences for the murders of his wife and son Friday, less than 24 hours after a jury found Murdaugh guilty in the 2021 slayings of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh.

F5: b. Robert Moore Credits Art With Saving His Life

Self-taught multidisciplinary contemporary artist b.Robert Moore thinks of art as more than a career - he thanks it for saving his life.He began painting as a mental and emotion outlet to counter drug addiction and alcoholism.He shared, "As a recovering alcoholic and addict, art is my therapy and I find fulfillment in producing the work as a healthy alternative to addiction and mental health disorders (aka super powers).

DW Jazz Concerts: Kinga Glyk DW 01/15/2023

To play this audio please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 audio Kinga Glyk is a rising star of Jazz Blues music.In this concert, recorded at the 2021 Jazzfest in Bonn, we'll hear songs from her album, "Feelings."Things feel like they have gone back to normal after two long years of the pandemic, but back in 2021, musicians like Glyk were quite excited to get back on stage and play in front of a live audience.

Have you called 988 during a mental health crisis? We want to hear from you

Since mid-July, people experiencing a mental health crisis across the country have been able to punch three numbers into their phone - 9-8-8 - and reach counselors trained to help.Anyone with a working phone or internet service can call, text or start an online chat for assistance with crises ranging from suicidal thoughts to drug addiction.
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Trugoy the Dove, De La Soul co-founder, dead at 54

Trugoy the Dove, co-founding member of the iconic hip-hop group De La Soul, has died at the age of 54.A cause of death has not yet been revealed.However, Trugoy was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in recent years.Notably, he did not join fellow De La Soul members Posdnuos and Maseo at last weekend's Grammys tribute to hip-hop.

9 Helpful Tips For Fathers Seeking Full Custody Of Their Children

When it comes to fathers and family courts, much has changed.In recent years, courts have increasingly encouraged - and even pushed - for mutual agreements of shared parental custody.In fact, many courts today start with a presumption of joint legal custody, and are open to and encouraging of shared residential custody.

Trugoy the Dove, De La Soul co-founder, dead at 54

Trugoy the Dove, co-founding member of the iconic hip-hop group De La Soul, has died at the age of 54.A cause of death has not yet been revealed.However, Trugoy was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in recent years.Notably, he did not join fellow De La Soul members Posdnuos and Maseo at last weekend's Grammys tribute to hip-hop.

9 Helpful Tips For Fathers Seeking Full Custody Of Their Children

When it comes to fathers and family courts, much has changed.In recent years, courts have increasingly encouraged - and even pushed - for mutual agreements of shared parental custody.In fact, many courts today start with a presumption of joint legal custody, and are open to and encouraging of shared residential custody.
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New book reveals Mark Lanegan co-wrote Nirvana's "Something in the Way"

The late Screaming Trees singer Mark Lanegan was close friends with Kurt Cobain during the latter's lifetime.Cobain performed on Lanegan's debut solo album, and anecdotes from Lanegan's memoir illustrated just how tight the two grunge artists were.It turns out their collaborative efforts apparently went both ways.
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Alex Murdaugh will appeal his convictions in the killings of his wife and son, court filing says

Former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh will appeal his convictions and sentences for the 2021 murders of his wife and son, his defense team said Thursday in a three-page court filing.The filing was expected, as Murdaugh had 10 days to send a notice of appeal following his conviction last week, and his attorneys had indicated they planned to do so.

He needed help': Family of Black man who died after restraint by police speak out

The family of a vulnerable Black man who died after being arrested and restrained during a mental health crisis have spoken out about his death.Godrick Osei died on 3 July after police were called to a care home in Truro, Cornwall, where the 35-year-old was hiding in a cupboard in the early hours.The father of two had fled the flat he was sharing with his partner, experiencing a psychotic episode and expressing paranoid thoughts, his family said.

Police bring down European cocaine "super cartel"

Law enforcement authorities in six different countries have joined forces to take down a super cartel" of drugs traffickers controlling about one third of the cocaine trade in Europe, the European Union crime agency said on Monday.Europol said 49 suspects have been arrested during the investigation, with the latest series of raids across Europe and the United Arab Emirates taking place between Nov. 8-19.

Alex Murdaugh will appeal his convictions in the killings of his wife and son, court filing says

Former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh will appeal his convictions and sentences for the 2021 murders of his wife and son, his defense team said Thursday in a three-page court filing.The filing was expected, as Murdaugh had 10 days to send a notice of appeal following his conviction last week, and his attorneys had indicated they planned to do so.

He needed help': Family of Black man who died after restraint by police speak out

The family of a vulnerable Black man who died after being arrested and restrained during a mental health crisis have spoken out about his death.Godrick Osei died on 3 July after police were called to a care home in Truro, Cornwall, where the 35-year-old was hiding in a cupboard in the early hours.The father of two had fled the flat he was sharing with his partner, experiencing a psychotic episode and expressing paranoid thoughts, his family said.

Police bring down European cocaine "super cartel"

Law enforcement authorities in six different countries have joined forces to take down a super cartel" of drugs traffickers controlling about one third of the cocaine trade in Europe, the European Union crime agency said on Monday.Europol said 49 suspects have been arrested during the investigation, with the latest series of raids across Europe and the United Arab Emirates taking place between Nov. 8-19.
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Point Break and Natural Born Killers actor Tom Sizemore dies at the age of 61

US actor Tom Sizemore, known for roles in films including Point Break and Natural Born Killers, has died at the age of 61.Sizemore had been placed into a coma in intensive care since suffering a brain aneurysm and collapsing at his Los Angeles home on February 18.He died in his sleep on Friday at a hospital in Burbank, California, his manager Charles Lago confirmed to the AP news agency.

Melissa Etheridge pays tribute to her children's father David Crosby

Melissa Etheridge said she will always be grateful to true treasure and musician David Crosby for giving her the gift of family as she paid tribute to the singer, who has died aged 81.Crosby is the biological father of fellow American musician Etheridge's two children, Beckett and Bailey Cypher, who were conceived using artificial insemination.

Noah Baumbach's 'White Noise' Adaptation is Brave, Even if Not Entirely Successful | KQED

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Greta Gerwig, May Nivola, Adam Driver, Samuel Nivola and Raffey Cassidy appear in Noah Baumbach's 'White Noise.' (Wilson Webb/NETFLIX © 2022)



These are frustrating days for ambitious American filmmakers.Critics and older filmgoers bemoan that our screens offer little more than blockbuster franchises and cheap horror pictures.

Noah Baumbach's 'White Noise' adaptation is brave, even if not entirely successful

Greta Gerwig, May Nivola, Adam Driver, Samuel Nivola and Raffey Cassidy appear in Noah Baumbach's White Noise.Wilson Webb /Netflix These are frustrating days for ambitious American filmmakers.Critics and older filmgoers bemoan that our screens offer little more than blockbuster franchises and cheap horror pictures.
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