Elderly woman mailed fentanyl to pay for meds
A Texas woman, 74, distributed enough fentanyl for 150,000 lethal doses via post in a 'side hustle' to afford her own medication. Discover the shocking details of the US drug trafficking case.
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John Lewis: Buprenorphine Pioneer Dies Aged 92
Discover how chemist John Lewis helped develop buprenorphine, a life-saving treatment for opioid addiction used by millions worldwide. Learn about his remarkable legacy.
Queen of Versailles: Broadway Star's Journey Through Grief
Jackie Siegel's life transforms from building a 90,000-square-foot palace to Broadway musical fame while battling profound personal tragedies. Discover how she turns darkness into light.
Sacklers to pay $7bn in opioid crisis settlement
A federal judge approves a $7bn settlement from the Sackler family over the opioid crisis. The deal directs funds to combat the epidemic and compensate victims. Discover the full implications.
Judge approves $7bn Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
A US judge is set to explain his approval of Purdue Pharma's opioid settlement, compelling the Sackler family to pay $7bn. Victims to receive compensation from 2025. Read the full details.
Purdue Pharma Opioid Settlement Approved
A US judge approves the Purdue Pharma settlement, compelling Sackler payouts and a company name change. Discover the key details and what it means for victims.
Judge approves $7bn Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
A US bankruptcy judge has approved a landmark $7bn settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, requiring the Sackler family to pay victims and relinquish ownership. Discover the details.
Purdue Pharma opioid settlement nears final approval
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and Sackler family close to finalising landmark opioid settlement worth up to $7 billion after overwhelming support from claimants. Historic deal could end years of litigation.
Trump-Xi Summit: Fentanyl Deal and Trade Talks Breakthrough
In a landmark meeting at the APEC summit, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping reach breakthrough agreement on combating fentanyl trade while addressing ongoing trade tensions between the world's largest economies.
Baseball's opioid crisis exposed in Tyler Skaggs tragedy
The shocking trial of former LA Angels executive Eric Kay exposes baseball's troubling relationship with opioids and the devastating human cost behind the headlines.
Trump's 'drug boat' plan to combat US opioid crisis
Donald Trump suggests deploying naval forces against drug cartels in radical proposal to tackle America's fentanyl epidemic, drawing criticism from medical experts.
Trout's Harrowing Testimony in Skaggs Drug Death Trial
Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout gives emotional court testimony about teammate Tyler Skaggs' opioid-related death, exposing baseball's hidden drug crisis
Mike Trout Testifies in Teammate's Overdose Death Case
Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout gives emotional testimony in wrongful death lawsuit surrounding teammate Tyler Skaggs' opioid overdose, revealing shocking details about clubhouse culture and prescription drug misuse in professional baseball.
Opioid Overdoses Creating Brain Injury Epidemic
Exclusive investigation reveals the silent crisis of brain injuries emerging from the opioid epidemic, with survivors facing lifelong neurological challenges and inadequate support systems across the UK.
UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.
Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.
America's Overdose Crisis: Guardian Investigation
An in-depth look at The Guardian's major new series exposing the devastating human toll of America's overdose epidemic and the systemic failures fueling this public health catastrophe.
Angels Face Lawsuit Over Tyler Skaggs' Tragic Death
Exclusive: The Los Angeles Angels baseball organisation confronts a devastating lawsuit as new evidence emerges in the tragic drug-related death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs, with federal prosecutors alleging club executives knew about opioid distribution.
MLB Drug Trial: Skaggs' Widow Testifies Over Tragic Death
The heartbreaking trial over MLB pitcher Tyler Skaggs' drug overdose continues as his widow gives emotional testimony against former Angels employees accused of supplying the fatal substances.
Opioid painkiller ineffective for chronic pain - NHS review
A major NHS safety review reveals that a widely prescribed opioid painkiller provides no meaningful relief for chronic pain sufferers while exposing them to significant addiction risks.
Rite Aid Closes Multiple US Stores Amid Financial Crisis
American pharmacy chain Rite Aid enters dramatic restructuring, closing multiple locations across the United States while facing bankruptcy and opioid litigation battles.
NHS Urgent Codeine Warning: Hidden Dangers Revealed
Health officials sound alarm over potentially fatal side effects of common painkillers as addiction rates soar across the UK
Chinese Executive Jailed in US Fentanyl Case
A senior Chinese pharmaceutical executive has been sentenced to 15 years in a US prison for conspiring to manufacture and distribute fentanyl, marking a significant victory in the transatlantic fight against the opioid crisis.
Deadly New Drug Nitazene Hits UK, 50x Stronger Than Fentanyl
UK health authorities issue an urgent warning over a new synthetic opioid, 'Nitazene', found in illicit drugs. It's significantly more potent and deadly than fentanyl, posing a grave threat to public health and exacerbating the nation's overdose crisis.
Mike Tyson's Fentanyl Confession: Boxer Nearly Died in Fight
Boxing icon Mike Tyson has made a shocking revelation about being under the influence of fentanyl during his 2020 exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr., admitting he nearly died from the powerful opioid.
Deadly 'Zombie Drug' Medetomidine Hits UK Streets
A powerful animal tranquilliser, medetomidine, is now being detected in the UK's illicit drug supply, significantly increasing the risk of fatal overdoses and complicating medical responses.
NHS Doctor Struck Off for Selling Drugs from Boots
An NHS GP has been struck off after being secretly filmed selling powerful prescription drugs, including opioids and antidepressants, to an undercover reporter from behind the counter of a Boots pharmacy in London.
Deadly New Opioid Fuels Scotland's Drug Death Crisis
A powerful synthetic opioid, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, is devastating communities across Scotland. Public Health Scotland issues an urgent warning as drug-related fatalities hit a new high.
Deadly opioid sold in UK vape shops: officials warn
Health officials warn of a new synthetic opioid being sold in vape shops across the UK, posing a severe risk to public health.
Fentanyl found in UK prescription pills
Shocking report reveals prescription medications laced with lethal synthetic opioid fentanyl, posing a grave risk to unsuspecting users across Britain.
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