Explosion in US adolescent overdoses, mainly fentanyl

Drug overdoses among people aged 10 to 18 more than doubled in the United States between 2019 and 2021, according to a study released Thursday by health authorities, who warned in particular of the risks of counterfeit pills containing fentanyl.. According to the study, around a quarter of adolescent overdoses were linked to counterfeit pills, often sold under the guise of Oxycodone, a painkiller, or Alprazolam, an anxiety drug often known by the brand name Xanax. 

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The Ultimate Backless Kawaii Swimsuit Is Here – Your Favorite Swimwear From Neon Genesis Anime

Our famous Kawaii bathing suits, COSPLAY COSTUMES SUKUMIZU bring an exciting and unique twist to traditional kawaii swimwear. Drawing inspiration from the beloved Japanese anime Neon Genesis.

Back from underworld: Greek city's cultural rebirth

It was the Greek city where the ancients flocked in the hope of learning the secret of life after death. . Her rebirth each year with the spring was recreated in the secret ancient rites of the Eleusinian Mysteries.

Going pro: Senegal's young gamers betting on eSport

Avid fans of the best-selling FIFA video game watched on a big screen as leading Senegalese gamers battled it out as virtual iterations of footballing royalty like Cristiano Ronaldo and Olivier Giroud. . Senegal is also slowly seeing the emergence of local video games, mainly inspired by African mythology rather than football.

Medic's death highlights Covid strain on China hospitals

The death of a young medical student in China ignited concern Thursday over the strain on the country's healthcare system as staff battle a nationwide surge in coronavirus cases.. On Thursday, a National Health Commission official suggested local medical facilities could rehire doctors who had retired within the last five years to alleviate staff shortages.

Let the good times roll? Bangkok becomes Southeast Asia's weed Wild West

From sleek boutiques to rickety stalls, hundreds of cannabis dispensaries have sprouted across Bangkok following decriminalisation, but in a nation once infamous for tough drug laws, Thai vendors are asking: can the high times last?. Bangkok-based Gloria Lai, regional director at International Drug Policy Consortium, said decriminalisation had come without proper preparation.

UK nurses stage unprecedented walkout

UK nurses on Thursday staged an unprecedented one-day strike as a "last resort" in their fight for better wages and working conditions, despite warnings it could put patients at risk.. The UK is currently grappling with a cost-of-living crisis as spiralling inflation outstrips wage growth.

YouTube Now Allows Video Creators To Have Their Handles

The giant video platform, YouTube, announces the rolling out of handles, the social media feature that allows video creators a new way to identify themselves.

Let the good times roll? Bangkok becomes Southeast Asia's weed Wild West

From sleek boutiques to rickety stalls, hundreds of cannabis dispensaries have sprouted across Bangkok following decriminalisation, but in a nation once infamous for tough drug laws, Thai vendors are asking: can the high times last?. Bangkok-based Gloria Lai, regional director at International Drug Policy Consortium, said decriminalisation had come without proper preparation.