Trump brands fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction
President Trump signs an order classifying the deadly opioid fentanyl as a potential chemical weapon, escalating the US drug war. Read the full analysis and expert reaction.
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Federal Cuts Threaten Alaska's Fight Against Overdose Deaths
Proposed federal budget cuts to law enforcement and Medicaid could devastate Alaska's efforts to combat rising overdose fatalities, warn public health and police chiefs.
Spice in School Vapes: Teen's Zombie Drug Addiction
A 14-year-old's vaping addiction led to unknowingly smoking Spice. New research shows 25% of vapes in some UK schools contain the synthetic 'zombie drug'. Learn the dangers.
John Lewis: Buprenorphine Pioneer Dies Aged 92
Discover the legacy of John Lewis, the British scientist behind buprenorphine, a life-saving treatment for opioid addiction that has helped millions worldwide.
AI Detective Nightmare: Your Social Media Feed Is Fake
Discover why your social media is becoming a 'hellish stream of AI slop' and how trying to spot fakes makes the problem worse. Learn to navigate the hyperreality.
Sacklers Pay $7bn in Opioid Settlement After Court Ruling
A federal judge has approved a $7bn opioid settlement requiring the Sackler family to pay over 15 years. The deal directs funds to combat the US opioid crisis and provide compensation to victims.
Judge approves $7bn Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
A US bankruptcy judge confirms a landmark $7bn settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, requiring the Sackler family to pay victims and relinquish ownership. Explore the details of this pivotal case.
AI-generated songs dominate Spotify viral charts
Three AI-generated tracks including country songs and a Dutch protest anthem have topped Spotify and Billboard charts, signalling a major shift in music creation. Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the industry.
Deadly Nitazenes: Opioid 500x Stronger Than Heroin in UK
A potent new synthetic opioid called nitazenes, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, is causing alarm among UK health officials and police as overdose deaths surge across the country.
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