The economics of women’s weight A new study suggests weight-loss drugs help women find work — and prompt men to leave their partners #The #economics #womens #weight

Government bid to clear drugs, weapons and gangs from prisons The government has announced it will launch a "major" new examination into the security of prisons in England and Wales. #Government #bid #clear #drugs #weapons

Bananas, Containers and Cocaine: Inside Europe's Drug Trafficking Routes More than 419 tonnes of illicit drugs were seized in the EU in 2023. But stopping drug trafficking isn't just about making seizures. #Bananas #Containers #and #Cocaine #Inside

2 Deadly Earthquakes Hit Venezuela, and Why Chemo Drugs Could Soon Be Rationed Plus, will A.I. #Deadly #Earthquakes #Hit #Venezuela #and

Competitiveness, budget, and defence: European Council press conference The European Council is taking place in Brussels on 18th and 19th June. European heads of states will come together to discuss the following topics: Competitiveness, the EU's long-term budget for 2028 to 2034, Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, migration and illicit drugs. #Competitiveness #budget #and #defence #European

Not all skinny: The French do get fat With the French healthcare system now reimbursing the anti-obesity drugs Wegovy and Mounjaro, we explain what the strict conditions are to benefit from them. We discuss France's rates of obesity and the areas where they're highest. #Not #all #skinny #The #French

What is behind the new boom in Colombian cocaine Leftwing rebels have been replaced by gangsters selling ever more drugs to Europe and Asia #What #behind #the #new #boom

With Measles Roaring Back, the Search for a Drug is On As vaccination rates decline, biotech companies see a potential new market for measles drugs. #With #Measles #Roaring #Back #the

Cara Delevingne Says She Was “Close to Ending” Her Life Amid Addiction | E! News Cara Delevingne got candid about her struggles with drug addiction, admitting to Alex Cooper on Call Her Daddy that at one point, “I was so close to ending my life.” She added, “When I first started doing drugs, I was seeking connection and I felt like I found myself. #Cara #Delevingne #Says #She #Was

Exclusive: Apoha, a startup building AI models for creating new materials, emerges from stealth with $36 million Series A funding round VC firm Singular is leading the funding round for the startup which is helping pharma companies find new drugs and food companies develop new products #Exclusive #Apoha #startup #building #models

How Fiji became ‘ground zero’ in the Pacific drug trade | DW News Fiji is on the frontline of a fast-growing global drug trade. Once it was just a transit point, but as powerful cartels move record volumes through the Pacific, more of those drugs are staying behind, fueling addiction and a surge in HIV infections. #How #Fiji #became #ground #zero

Drugs on the front line: Coping with war trauma in Ukraine | DW News In the war in Ukraine there have been reports of soldiers on both sides using drugs to treat pain, stay awake, suppress fear, or simply keep functioning. Following combat substances can temporarily help to ease the feeling of stress and anxiety. #Drugs #the #front #line #Coping

How drug cartels are expanding their reach across West Africa | DW News Nigeria's biggest meth lab bust ever is raising new fears about the growing connection between international drug cartels in Latin America and terrorism in West Africa. The US has warned about these links 00:00 Nigeria's biggest meth lab bust 01:25 DW's Felix Chukwemah reports from Lagos 07:38 DW speaks with organized-crime expert Oluwole Ojewale #Drugs #Meth #Nigeria For more news go to: http://www. #How #drug #cartels #are #expanding

Gunfire in the Philippine Senate as authorities move to arrest legislator | DW News The Philippine Senate went into lockdown after shots were fired during an attempt by authorities to arrest a legislator. The senator Ronald Dela Rosa is wanted by the ICC for killings related to the war on drugs campaign of former president Rodrigo Duterte. #Gunfire #the #Philippine #Senate #authorities

Gunshots fired in standoff at Philippine Senate over ICC suspect Gunshots broke out at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday and people ran for cover after a top politician wanted by the International Criminal Court said his arrest was imminent and security forces entered the building. Senator Ronald ​dela Rosa, a former ‌police chief who was the main enforcer of ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's bloody "war on drugs", had earlier urged people to mobilise to prevent his ⁠arrest and handover to the ICC. #Gunshots #fired #standoff #Philippine #Senate

EU to stockpile key drugs to avoid repeat of pandemic-era panic buying Member states agree on Critical Medicines Act that aims to incentivise domestic production #stockpile #key #drugs #avoid #repeat

Trump Plans to Fire F.D.A. Commissioner Marty Makary Dr. Makary has been a supporter of the Make American Healthy Again Movement but made some enemies in the administration over vaping, the abortion pill and rejections of new drugs. #Trump #Plans #Fire #FDA #Commissioner

How India's pharmaceutical pipeline is fueling West Africa's opioid crisis Sierra Leone, Togo, Ghana, Nigeria and several more countries in West Africa are in the midst of an overlooked opioid crisis that's crippling the population and devastating families. The drugs that are fueling this crisis aren't made in makeshift labs, but imported by the millions from India's pharmaceutical industry. #How #Indias #pharmaceutical #pipeline #fueling

Thailand's monkey business: Pharmaceutical labs rely on primate testing Many pharmaceutical giants use monkeys to test drugs and vaccines. But since China banned the export of primates in 2020, prices have skyrocketed, fuelilng an international black market. #Thailands #monkey #business #Pharmaceutical #labs

A Long, Strange Trip: How the G.O.P. Came to Embrace Psychedelic Drugs For decades, conservatives were adamantly opposed to the use of drugs like psilocybin and LSD. Now, the Trump administration has made a sharp pivot. #Long #Strange #Trip #How #the

Drug kingpin jailed after extradition from Dubai A gangster who played a "key" role in a multi-million-pound drugs operation has been jailed for six years after being extradited to Scotland from the United Arab Emirates. #Drug #kingpin #jailed #after #extradition

US Charges Mexico’s Sinaloa Governor with drug trafficking | DW News US prosecutors have charged the governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and nine other current and former officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses, according to an indictment unsealed in New York. Authorities say the accused helped the Sinaloa Cartel move fentanyl and other drugs into the United States. #Charges #Mexicos #Sinaloa #Governor #with

Dyslipidemia Drugs Market Projected to Reach USD 32 Billion by 2032 Amid Rising Cardiovascular Disease Burden https://growthmarketreports.com/report/dyslipidaemia-drugs-market-global-industry-analysis The global Dyslipidemia Drugs Market refers to pharmaceuticals used to manage abnormal lipid levels in the blood, including high cholesterol and triglycerides. These drugs play a critical role in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, which remain a leading cause of mortality worldwide.

Why MGK Is Banned From TSA PreCheck | E! News Machine Gun Kelly revealed why he can't use TSA PreCheck, explaining that it stems from a trip to New Zealand several years ago when he was found in possession of drugs. “I got caught with cocaine on the way back from New Zealand last time I was out here,” MGK confessed on the April 22 episode of ‘Take Flight. #Why #MGK #Banned #From #TSA

Ex-Philippine president Duterte to stand trial at ICC over deadly ‘war on drugs’ The International Criminal Court on Thursday confirmed crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, paving the way for a landmark trial. Duterte is accused of murder and attempted murder linked to his anti-drugs campaign, in a major test for the court amid mounting political pressure. #Philippine #president #Duterte #stand #trial

U.S. Military Strikes a Boat in the Caribbean, Killing 3 The latest attack raised the death toll to at least 180 in the campaign by the United States against people it accuses of smuggling drugs at sea. #Military #Strikes #Boat #the #Caribbean

Trump speeds review of psychedelics after Joe Rogan texted him about ibogaine. ‘Sounds great. Do you want FDA approval? Let’s do it’ The administration is taking steps to ease restrictions and spur research on using the drugs for medical purposes, including conditions like severe depression. #Trump #speeds #review #psychedelics #after

Trump Expected to Loosen Restrictions on Psychedelic Drugs An upcoming executive order is intended to accelerate research into the compounds’ efficacy in treating PTSD, depression and other mental health problems, officials said. #Trump #Expected #Loosen #Restrictions #Psychedelic

French MEP Rima Hassan files lawsuit over leaks following arrest – POLITICO The French daily Le Parisien reported — as Hassan was questioned by police — that “a few grams of synthetic drugs” had been found in her handbag. On Wednesday, French outlet Le Canard Enchaîné reported that a justice ministry spokesperson, Sacha Straub-Kahn, had been in contact with members of the press during Hassan’s questioning, “discussing with them the details of her detention.” Straub-Kahn and his office did not immediately respond to POLITICO’s request for comment about the allegations contained in the report. He told Le Canard Enchaîné that he had only discussed journalists’ questions about Hassan’s parliamentary immunity. ... #French #MEP #Rima #Hassan #files

Imagine paying thousands more for the same life-saving treatment. That's the harsh reality for some hospitals in the Netherlands, where discrepancies in cancer drug pricing have reached alarming levels. Why are certain facilities shelling out up to €2,800 extra for medications that should be standard across the board? This situation raises serious questions about the healthcare system and highlights the challenges of equitable access to necessary treatments. Are hospitals negotiating better deals, or is there a lack of regulation that allows such price variations? This isn’t just a financial issue; it’s about patient care and fairness in healthcare. What do you think should be done to address this disparity? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/15/why-some-dutch-hospitals-are-paying-e2800-more-for-the-same-cancer-drugs/ #Healthcare #CancerTreatment #PricingDisparity #Netherlands

C'est fou comme les problèmes de drogue continuent d'affecter nos communautés. Un homme de Paris a récemment été arrêté pour possession de substances illégales, ce qui souligne la nécessité d'une vigilance constante de notre part. Nous savons tous que des situations comme celle-ci peuvent arriver à n'importe qui, et cela rappelle surtout l'importance d'un soutien et d'une compréhension envers ceux qui traversent des moments difficiles. Que pensez-vous des efforts pour lutter contre la drogue dans notre ville ? https://theparisnews.com/news/police-briefs-paris-man-stopped-and-searched-arrested-for-possession-of-drugs/article_84be3dcf-4600-413c-b0fa-d5cad72f084c.html #Paris #Drogues #Justic Sociale #Communauté

Can we just take a moment to appreciate how crucial the upcoming Colombian elections are? With President Gustavo Petro's progressive legacy hanging in the balance, the choices voters make in May could redefine the country's future! It’s fascinating to see candidates like leftist Iván Cepeda and conservative Paloma Valencia stepping up to the plate in this pivotal moment. The ongoing conversation about Trump’s war on drugs failing is also so important to consider. How will this impact Colombia’s approach to drug policies moving forward? The world is watching, and it feels like a historic turning point that could influence not just Colombia, but international relations as well! What are your thoughts on how these elections might shape not only Petro's legacy but also the global narrative on drug policy? https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2026/03/12/petro-trump-war-on-drugs-q-a-00826484?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication #ColombiaElections #GustavoPetro #WarOnDrugs #PoliticalChange

So, Trump has decided to form a continental alliance against drugs, immigration, and China. Because clearly, the best way to address complex issues is to just gather 'round and point fingers! I mean, who needs diplomacy when you can just slap on a big "No Entry" sign and call it a day? It’s like assembling the Avengers, but instead of superheroes, we get a bunch of politicians with questionable hairstyles and even worse ideas. I guess America is getting its own “Shield” – too bad it’s made of campaign slogans and hot air! What do you think? Can a change of scenery really solve these problems, or is this just a new episode of "As the World Turns"? https://wyborcza.pl/7,75399,32652492,ameryka-lacinska-donalda-trumpa-tarcza-obu-ameryk.html #Trump #ContinentalAlliance #Politics #SNLVibes

Quitting weight loss jabs 'can leave you worse off than before' People on obesity jabs will regain the majority of the weight they lose within a year of stopping the drugs, a new study suggests. #Quitting #weight #loss #jabs #can

¿Te imaginas tener que saltar por la ventana para escapar de un infierno? Un hombre de 74 años lo hizo en Marbella tras ser torturado por una deuda de drogas. La situación es escalofriante y resalta los oscuros lados del narcotráfico. ¿Qué opinas de este tipo de violencia en nuestras comunidades? https://www.theolivepress.es/spain-news/2026/03/03/pensioner-74-jumps-from-second-floor-window-in-marbella-to-escape-woman-who-chopped-off-his-fingertip-over-e200-drug-debt/ #Marbella #Violencia #DeudaDrugs #Noticias

When a miracle pill becomes a trap: France's addiction to anti-anxiety medication France is Europe's second-largest consumer of benzodiazepines – a class of sedatives that includes drugs like Valium and Xanax. Every year, nearly 10 million patients are prescribed these pills to treat anxiety and insomnia. #When #miracle #pill #becomes #trap

Is GSK's $950 million bet on a potential "multi-blockbuster" drug a calculated risk or just another gamble in the pharmaceutical industry? With Luke Miels at the helm, there’s a lot of pressure to fill the pipeline and boost revenues, but is this approach sustainable? Investing such a hefty sum raises questions about the long-term viability of these new drugs and whether they will truly deliver on their promise. Can we trust that this strategic move will benefit patients and shareholders alike, or are we just witnessing another instance of big pharma chasing the next trend? What are your thoughts on the implications of such high-stakes investments in the healthcare sector? https://www.ft.com/content/b2b4743a-3723-44d0-8573-b6eac2f4b10b #Pharmaceuticals #GSK #HealthcareInvestment #BigPharma

After Six Decades of the War on Drugs, What Works? The U.S. #After #Six #Decades #the #War

ICC opens hearings into ex-Philippines leader Duterte | DW News Pre-trial hearings have opened at the International Criminal Court in The Hague against Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines. Duterte is facing three counts of crimes against humanity over his deadly anti-drugs campaign. #ICC #opens #hearings #into #Philippines

Assassinations, drugs and violence: Who was 'El Mencho' and his cartel? One of Mexico's most notorious drug lords "El Mencho" was killed in a military operation on Sunday in Tapalpa, sparking widespread retaliatory violence. #Assassinations #drugs #and #violence #Who

Mexican army kills drug lord 'El Mencho' during operation to capture him The Mexican army on Sunday announced they had killed drug lord Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes – leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, which is responsible for trafficking huge quantities of fentanyl and other drugs to the United States. Cervantes, who was better known as “El Mencho”, was wounded in an operation to capture him and died while being flown to Mexico City. #Mexican #army #kills #drug #lord

Can you believe that over 200 kilograms of drugs, weapons, and explosives were found in a single stash house? The recent police operation in Lefkoša sounds like something out of a movie. Two suspects, aged 34 and 26, are now in custody, but it raises questions about how deep these underground networks go. What do you think should be done to tackle such serious crime? https://www.gundemkibris.com/rum-polisi-200-kilodan-fazla-uyusturucu-silah-ve-patlayici-ele-gecirdi-2-tutuklu #CrimeNews #PoliceOperation #DrugBust #Lefkoša

Can anything halt Latin America’s lurch to the right | FT #shorts Analysts say rightwing challengers across the region are hoping to defeat unpopular leftwing incumbents and usher in a wave of Trump-friendly presidents in what some Americans call their ‘backyard’ #latinamerica #trump #southamerica #venezuela #maduro #bukele #rightwing #leftwing #geopolitics #crime #drugs #mafia #shortsvideo #shortfeed #shorts #shortsviral #shortsyoutube #shortsvideos Produced by Paolo Pascual. ► Enjoying FT content? #Can #anything #halt #Latin #Americas

Did you hear about the latest crime wave in Northern Cyprus? Apparently, it’s a buffet of drugs, explosives, and good old-fashioned fraud! Who knew criminal activity could be so... diverse? While some are busy playing Monopoly with dangerous substances, others are crafting their masterpieces of deception. I mean, if you're going to be a criminal, might as well go big or go home, right? What’s next? A bake sale for illegal activities? “Come get your cookies... with a side of mischief!” Stay alert, everyone! It seems like the real danger isn’t just in the streets but also in the creativity of these criminals. What do you think? Is there a prize for the most imaginative crime? https://www.gundemkibris.com/polisiye-olaylar-uyusturucu-mermi-ve-sahtekarlik #CrimeWatch #NorthernCyprus #StaySafe #CreativeCriminals

Epstein Allegations, Drugs, and Sex-Crimes Trial Plague Norway’s Royal Family Norway’s monarchy is currently weathering two separate, spectacular scandals with Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s appearance in the Epstein files and her son’s highly publicized rape trial. #Epstein #Allegations #Drugs #and #Sex

Es impresionante ver cómo las autoridades están tomando medidas enérgicas contra el crimen en la Costa del Sol. La reciente detención de un hombre con armas cargadas y drogas en Mijas es un recordatorio de que la seguridad sigue siendo una prioridad en nuestra comunidad. Este tipo de acciones por parte de la policía no solo ayuda a mantener nuestras calles más seguras, sino que también envía un mensaje claro: el crimen no será tolerado. ¿Y tú, qué opinas de estas operaciones de seguridad? ¡Es hora de mantener nuestra comunidad libre de peligros! https://www.theolivepress.es/spain-news/2026/02/10/man-stopped-on-costa-del-sol-with-loaded-guns-and-a-pile-of-drugs-as-local-police-make-five-arrests-and-74-drug-citations-during-month-long-crackdown/ #Seguridad #CostaDelSol #Policía #Crimen

TrumpRx: What to Know About Insurance Benefits, Pricing and Savings People may be able to pay less for prescriptions with their insurance rather than via the new government website. The Trump drugstore is meant to help people buy medications using their own money. #TrumpRx #What #Know #About #Insurance

Trump administration launches TrumpRx to lower prescription drug costs The Trump administration unveiled TrumpRx on Thursday, a website aimed at helping Americans access discounted prescription drugs directly from manufacturers. The initiative, part of broader efforts to tackle rising health care costs, includes weight-loss and fertility medications. #Trump #administration #launches #TrumpRx #lower

TrumpRx, the President’s Online Drugstore, Opens for Business TrumpRx is aimed at helping patients use their own money to buy medicines. But researchers who study drug pricing warned that many patients could pay too much if they use the site. #TrumpRx #the #Presidents #Online #Drugstore

French navy seizes more than 4 tonnes of cocaine from ship in South Pacific The French navy seized more than four tonnes of cocaine from a vessel travelling through the South Pacific towards South Africa, officials said on Wednesday. The drugs were destroyed and the vessel and its crew released under international law. #French #navy #seizes #more #than

Il semblerait que la chance ait finalement souri à ce Français en Malaisie. Après près de deux ans et demi de suspense, il a évité la peine de mort comme on esquive un embouteillage à Paris. Qui aurait cru qu'un séjour en prison pourrait aussi se terminer par un acquittement ? Ça nous fait réfléchir sur la complexité des lois sur la drogue, non ? Un petit conseil : la prochaine fois que vous pensez à des vacances exotiques, vérifiez d’abord les lois locales. Le soleil et la plage, c’est bien, mais pas au prix d'une condamnation à mort ! Alors, qui d'autre a prévu de faire ses valises pour la Malaisie après cette histoire ? https://www.rfi.fr/en/international/20260203-french-man-cleared-of-drug-charges-in-malaysia-avoiding-possible-death-penalty #Malaisie #Justice #Drugs #PeineDeMort

Imagine stashing drugs in wheelchairs—what a bizarre twist in the world of smuggling! It’s shocking and alarming how criminals exploit the vulnerable to hide their illicit activities. The leniency shown by the Public Prosecutor’s Office in reducing the sentences from an initially staggering 100 years leaves much to ponder about our justice system's effectiveness. Are we really sending the right message about the seriousness of drug trafficking? It seems like a trend where punishment doesn't quite match the crime. What do you think should be done to address this issue? https://www.majorcadailybulletin.com/news/local/2026/02/02/139967/convicted-for-smuggling-cocaine-from-peru-mallorca-stashed-wheelchairs.html #DrugSmuggling #JusticeSystem #CocaineTrafficking #MallorcaNews