The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person and leaving two survivors, as part of an ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This incident brings the total number of deaths from such strikes to at least 208 since September.
The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person and leaving two survivors. This incident is part of the Trump administration's campaign against alleged traffickers, bringing the total killed in such strikes to at least 208 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions.
India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare now requires a doctor's prescription to buy cough syrups and other syrup medicines, ending over-the-counter sales. This move aims to prevent misuse, recreational drug use, and accidental poisoning, especially among adolescents and young adults, and addresses a history of contaminated Indian-made medicines causing child deaths globally.
As the 10th anniversary of Brexit approaches, Britain debates rejoining the EU, focusing on economic benefits and political feasibility. However, the discussion largely ignores the perspectives of other European nations and the EU's own priorities, such as Ukraine and global economic challenges. While some UK politicians advocate for rejoining, the EU has other candidates and a minority who may not welcome Britain back.
Demand for weight-loss drugs, cosmetic procedures, and wellness treatments is driving out-of-pocket healthcare spending in India. Most of these interventions, like Botox and anti-obesity drugs, are not covered by standard health insurance unless medically necessary. Experts advise reviewing policy exclusions and avoiding EMIs for elective treatments.
Demand for weight-loss drugs, cosmetic procedures, and wellness treatments is driving out-of-pocket healthcare expenses in India. Most of these, like Botox and anti-obesity drugs, are not covered by standard health insurance unless medically necessary, experts advise understanding policy exclusions and avoiding EMIs for elective treatments.
An inmate in Hoshiarpur jail, Manpreet Singh, livestreamed videos claiming drugs like methamphetamine are available inside and named a female jail official. Police registered a case, and an inquiry is underway. Opposition parties questioned the government's anti-drug campaign and law and order.
Telehealth companies hired by employers to manage obesity drug costs are facing criticism for potentially limiting patient access to medications like Zepbound and Wegovy. Patients report being forced to try generic drugs first or facing hurdles that lead to out-of-pocket expenses, while doctors express concern over these companies offering medical advice outside their scope.
Telehealth companies hired by employers to manage obesity drug costs are increasingly criticized for prioritizing cost-cutting over patient care. Patients report being forced to try less effective generic drugs or face denial of access to crucial medications like Zepbound and Wegovy, leading to frustration and weight regain.
Jim Penman, CEO of Jim's Group, argues in a new book that declining birthrates are linked to blunted dopamine responses caused by modern distractions like sex, drugs, and social media. He proposes that scientific interventions, including gene editing or drugs, may be necessary to restore brain sensitivity and encourage procreation.
Peruvian police used World Cup mascots, Clutch the Bald Eagle and Maple the Moose, to arrest a suspect in a drug raid in Lima. The officers, disguised as the mascots, approached the suspect without arousing suspicion due to his fervent World Cup fandom.
Hong Kong police arrested four men and seized 9.5kg of suspected drugs worth HK$7.2 million. The operation targeted a syndicate that allegedly recruited two mainland Chinese men through online gaming platforms to package and distribute drugs in the city.
Hong Kong police have arrested four men and seized HK$7.2 million (US$918,850) worth of suspected drugs, including ketamine, cocaine, and etomidate. The operation, which began Thursday, uncovered a syndicate that allegedly recruited two mainland Chinese men through online gaming platforms to help with drug packaging and distribution in the city.
Tainan's Yongkang police raided a Vietnamese KTV, seizing over 100 packets of drugs and 1.5 kg of raw materials. Nine individuals, including three undocumented migrant workers, were arrested. The owner and two hostesses were detained.
India's National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority approved a 50% price hike for Carboplatin and Cisplatin cancer injections due to rising raw material costs and supply concerns. Prices for anti-tetanus immunoglobulin and three childhood vaccines were also revised to ensure availability.
The article explores drug repurposing, highlighting GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy, initially for diabetes, now used for weight loss, cardiovascular health, and more. It also discusses COVID-19 treatments like dexamethasone and baricitinib, and historical examples like raloxifene, thalidomide, BCG vaccine, and Viagra, emphasizing both the benefits and potential risks of using drugs for unapproved conditions.
Former Deputy Governor of Novosibirsk Oblast, Yuri Petukhov, was detained in Moscow with drugs. The 58-year-old ex-official was allegedly under the influence of cocaine and found with several packages of prohibited substances. He has confessed and is cooperating with investigators.
France's Observatory for Drugs and Addictive Behaviors (OFDT) reported the identification of 40 new synthetic substances between 2024 and 2025, with 26 appearing in 2025. This rise is largely driven by semi-synthetic cannabinoids, with increased collection of samples showing evolving drug compositions.
GLP-1 weight-loss drug users in Great Britain are saving an average of £418 annually on groceries, with household use nearly tripling in two years to 1.9 million adults. The drugs are impacting food consumption and forcing retailers to adapt.
Turkish police seized 1 ton 916 kg of drugs and 725,312 ecstasy pills in operations across 69 provinces in the past week. 974 suspects were apprehended, with 381 arrested and 98 placed under judicial control.
Recent studies suggest GLP-1 obesity treatments may reduce cancer risk, showing correlation with decreased incidence in 6 out of 7 cancers, potentially through anti-inflammatory effects beyond weight loss.
Experts debate the over-prescription of SSRIs, citing concerns that ordinary human distress is being medicalized, while others defend their effectiveness in treating clinical depression.
Anti-obesity drugs like GLP-1 analogues are altering consumer behavior, affecting sales of snacks, sodas, and meal replacements. Companies like Nestlé and Danone are acquiring meal substitute startups to adapt to these changes.
US military strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats in the Eastern Pacific have killed at least 207 people since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, especially as fentanyl often enters the US via land routes.
