SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Oct 28 2024CELEBRITIES

Family Memory: Life and Legacy of Matthew Perry

A year after his passing, Matthew Perry's family shared their personal memories and struggles in a candid interview. Perry, known for his remarkable charm and talent, was also described by his stepfather, Keith Morrison, as a man who struggled with loneliness and sadness. He died at the age of 54, with an autopsy revealing an accidental drowning caused by a ketamine ...

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Oct 22 2024CELEBRITIES

Dangerous Mix: Drugs Found in Liam Payne's System After Hotel Fall

Liam Payne, a former member of the British boy band One Direction, was found to have several drugs in his system at the time of his fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Police reports indicate that Payne, 31, had consumed a mix known as "pink cocaine, " which includes methamphetamine, ketamine, and MDMA, as well as crack cocaine and benzodiazepine. A...

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Oct 17 2024HEALTH

Ozempic: A New Weapon Against Addiction?

Imagine if the medication you took for diabetes could also help you fight an addiction. That's what researchers are suggesting with Ozempic, a drug normally used to treat diabetes and promote weight loss. A recent study from Loyola University Chicago found that Ozempic might significantly reduce the risk of opioid overdoses and alcohol intoxication in people with sub...

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Sep 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The High Club: 10 Celebrities Who Got Honest About Their Love for Weed

The world of weed is no longer a secret. With the legalization movement gaining momentum and CBD products popping up left and right, it's no surprise that people are opening up about their love for pot. Celebrities are no exception, with many sharing their own experiences and confessions about the herb. Let's take a look at 10 stars who didn't shy away from sharing t...

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

Guarding the Betting Frenzy: A Proposal for Sportsbook Regulation

Sports betting has taken the nation by storm since the Supreme Court lifted the federal ban in 2018. Today, 38 states, including the District of Columbia, have legalized sports betting. However, the lack of federal regulation has raised concerns about addiction, ethics, and fairness. Enter Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY) and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), who are proposing t...

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Hunter Biden's Tax Trial: Extravagance, Addiction, and a Battle Over Evidence

Hunter Biden, the president's son, is facing a tax evasion trial in Los Angeles. He's accused of failing to pay over $1.4 million in taxes while living what prosecutors call an 'extravagant lifestyle'. The indictment details over $7 million in income from foreign business dealings between 2016 and 2019. During that time, Biden allegedly spent nearly $5 million on...

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Aug 27 2024HEALTH

Lil Uzi Vert's Troubling Studio Session: A Tale of Addiction and Concern

In a recent studio session, Lil Uzi Vert has left fans worried and concerned as they appeared to be using nitrous oxide. Despite the rapper's past struggles with addiction, those present in the video did not comment on Uzi Vert's actions, leaving fans to voice their concerns on social media. This incident has drawn parallels to Kanye West, who was recently accused o...

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