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US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Hayward police release video of officers struggling with veteran who went unresponsive and died

Nathan Hoang died after being injected with midazolam following a violent struggle with police; death attributed to methamphetamine, enlarged heart and the struggle.
California
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Monday's Early Morning Outer Sunset Raid Linked to Oregon Stolen iPhone Ring

A raid on a suspected illegal nightclub uncovered firearms, narcotics, and led to the arrest of a fugitive wanted for robberies.
fromFox Business
1 month ago

NYC bar's employees used spray bottles for cocaine during shifts, had a rating game for female guests: lawsuit

Polo Bar exhibits a 'toxic culture' with rampant drug use and sexual harassment, as claimed in a lawsuit by a former employee.
#public-safety
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Daily newsletter 7/24

Burrell's death was caused by a combination of alcohol, antihistamines, and other drugs, according to the New York City medical examiner.
LGBT
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jay Slater consumed drugs and alcohol before attempting long walk, inquest told

Jay Slater's disappearance and death followed a drug and alcohol-fueled night, culminating in a 14-hour walk and a tragic fall into a ravine.
Music
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I was on methadone for 27 years - now I've overcome my addiction issues on my own and I'm 16-months clean'

Initial experiences with ecstasy in the 1990s led to a lasting struggle with addiction.
#mission-street
fromMission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

Day 84 at the 16th St. Plaza: Drug use on Mission Street up

Increased drug-related activity has surged on Mission Street due to inadequate public trash facilities and insufficient strategies for managing the homeless situation.
fromMission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

Day 82 at the 16th St. Plaza: Eight pipes, foil, and 'I gotta eat.'

Mission Street's west side is marked by vibrant vending but also significant drug use concerns.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 84 at the 16th St. Plaza: Drug use on Mission Street up

Increased drug-related activity has surged on Mission Street due to inadequate public trash facilities and insufficient strategies for managing the homeless situation.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mayor Adams touts cleanup of Bronx drug market, but locals say root problems remain

Roberto Clemente Plaza in the South Bronx has undergone a recent cleanup effort to address homelessness and drug use issues.
New York City
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

Mayor Adams tours The Hub after open drug market cleared out, but residents skeptical changes will hold - Bronx Times

Mayor Eric Adams vowed to restore Roberto Clemente Plaza to the community while addressing ongoing disorder in the South Bronx.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Met officers cleared over death of homeless man who swallowed cocaine at Croydon police station

Two police officers cleared of wrongdoing in the death of a homeless man who ingested drugs while in custody.
#homelessness
fromMoneywise
1 month ago
NYC politics

'they have more rights than we do': nyc co-op residents frustrated as homeless encampment grows, reflecting city's broader struggles with housing and public safety

fromMoneywise
1 month ago
NYC politics

'they have more rights than we do': nyc co-op residents frustrated as homeless encampment grows, reflecting city's broader struggles with housing and public safety

fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Girl sues boarding school for 145,000 after drug binge left her with PTSD'

Irune Pedrayes, a 19-year-old suing her former school for 145,000, claims she suffered PTSD after being given mephedrone-laced vape liquid at a private boarding school.
UK news
Public health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Study Finds Differences In Kids Brains May Lead To Drug Use, Not The Other Way Around

Brain structure differences may predict childhood drug use rather than drug use altering brain functions.
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Day 116 at the 16th St. Plaza: The cavalry is here!

"When he sees someone using a pipe on Mission Street, 'I ask if they could please relocate and keep moving,' said Ronnie Calderon, a worker from Aysing Solutions..."
San Francisco
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

It's the Ketamine Talking': Trump Pollster Roasts Elon Musk, Laughs Off Third Party Threat

Musk reignited his feud with Trump over the passing of a spending bill, claiming it signals a one-party country. He suggested a new political party is needed.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

An ex-college basketball player testifies that Sean 'Diddy' Combs got 'extremely creative' on drugs

"Brendan Paul testified that Combs was 'extremely creative' under the influence of drugs, showcasing how the hip-hop mogul's behavior changed in those moments."
Boston Celtics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Man with cerebral palsy detained for 10 months by Home Office despite health warning

The Independent highlights urgent immigration detention issues, particularly concerning vulnerable migrants' wellbeing amid unsafe conditions.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 98 of the 16th St. Plaza cleanup: Vending and open-air drug use

Community members appreciate improvements in public safety but demand further action to address persistent issues like drug use and vending.
#elon-musk
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Cannabis

Elon Rages That He's Not on Ketamine, But His Chatbot Grok Points Out Some Serious Discrepancy in His Story

OMG science
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

A Republican Senator Actually Said, Well, We All Are Going to Die in Response to Backlash on Medicaid Cuts

Elon Musk's extensive drug use raises concerns about his mental health and behavior during his government service.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

White House Deflects Questions Raised About Musk's Alleged Drug Use

Musk's alleged extensive drug use during his time with Trump raises questions about his behavior and capability.
Cannabis
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Elon Rages That He's Not on Ketamine, But His Chatbot Grok Points Out Some Serious Discrepancy in His Story

Elon Musk firmly denies using ketamine despite claims suggesting otherwise, raising questions about his substance use amid scrutiny.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Despite 'massive shift' towards smoking over injection, Ontario has only 1 supervised drug inhalation space | CBC News

Ontario is lagging in supporting the rising number of opioid users who prefer inhalation over injection.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 95 at the 16th St. Plaza: Police cars, police cars, police cars

Increased police presence has temporarily reduced drug activity on Wiese Street, but challenges persist as users quickly return.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is Cannabis a Sex Drug?

Cannabis is prevalent in the LGBTQ+ community, influencing various sexual behaviors and risk-taking associated with sexual health.
LA Dodgers
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Agent: Skaggs named Reds' Miley as drug supplier

Wade Miley is accused of supplying drugs to Tyler Skaggs, contributing to his overdose, amidst ongoing legal discussions regarding the circumstances of Skaggs' death.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

No charges to be filed in Redwood City jail inmate's death

No criminal charges will be filed in the overdose death of inmate Kyle Harrison, as his death was ruled accidental.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Drug-driving bus driver jailed for killing girl, 9

A bus driver received a four-year sentence for causing the death of a nine-year-old girl while under the influence of drugs.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Bexleyheath bus driver jailed for killing girl, 9, after night spent partying

A bus driver was jailed for killing a girl due to falling asleep at the wheel after a party night.
#london-underground
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

BA steward found naked and dancing in business class toilet' after alleged drug use

A British Airways crew member was found dancing naked in a toilet mid-flight after reportedly using drugs.
fromwww.stereogum.com
2 months ago

Bono Schools Joe Rogan On USAID Cuts, Elon Musk Calls Him A Liar

Bono criticized Elon Musk's role in government decisions impacting aid distribution, highlighting potential global consequences tied to funding cuts.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

SF neighbors on one Mission District street are fed up after influx of drug users, unhoused people

San Francisco leaders acknowledge challenges in addressing drug use and homelessness despite recent cleanup efforts.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

SF neighbors on one Mission District street are fed up after influx of drug users, unhoused people

San Francisco leaders acknowledge challenges in addressing drug use and homelessness despite recent cleanup efforts.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

SIU clears York Region police after man died following 'medical distress' in holding cell | CBC News

The SIU report highlights that the police conducted thorough searches before the man entered the holding cell, but he managed to smuggle drugs in his underwear.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Cassie Ventura to again testify in Sean Diddy' Combs sex-trafficking trial

Casandra Ventura details allegations of abuse and coercion in her testimony against Sean Diddy Combs, emphasizing complexities in their relationship.
fromnypost.com
3 months ago

Awkward moment Cassie name-drops Whitney Houston, quips at Diddy lawyer when asked about rehab,' drug overdose bombshell

Cassie Ventura faced intense questioning about past drug use and personal experiences during her testimony against Sean Diddy Combs.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Day 66 of the 16th Street Plaza crackdown: An attempt at shelter on 15th Street

Homeless outreach faces challenges due to safety concerns and neighborhood drug use.
Community safety and support for the homeless need to be balanced.
#community-protest
fromsfist.com
3 months ago
Mission District

Residents In Hayes Valley and Near 16th and Mission Complain About Approach to Shuffling Drug Trade Around

fromsfist.com
3 months ago
Mission District

Residents In Hayes Valley and Near 16th and Mission Complain About Approach to Shuffling Drug Trade Around

UK news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Liam Payne died with a $32-million estate and no will. Now his ex will help manage it

Liam Payne died without a will, leading to legal complications regarding his estate and who will manage it.
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

Around 10:00 a.m., sheriff's deputies patrolling the area on foot surrounded a man being cited for narcotics use, which reflected ongoing law enforcement action against drug-related issues in the neighborhood.
Mission District
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg prefers to 'rawdog' reality

Zuckerberg prioritizes an unaltered state of mind, abstaining from caffeine and drugs to experience life fully. He credits DARE for shaping his views on substance use.
Growth hacking
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Why is cocaine flooding Germany? DW 04/26/2025

The total amount of cocaine seized in Germany in 2023 amounted to a record 43 tons, more than twice as much as in the previous year.
Germany news
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Shirtless, underwear-clad American trashes Bali medical clinic in screaming rampage, gets deported, insane video shows

The actions of the individual, who disrupted a protected public space and endangered the safety of others, are deeply regrettable and strongly condemned.
MMA
Canada news
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Naked Canadian whacko arrested at Disneyland after scaring visitors on drugged-up bender: cops

A Canadian man was arrested for public nudity at Disneyland, alarming visitors during a drug-fueled incident.
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