The Independent

 Scotland’s drug deaths remain the worst in Europe as ministers vowed to intensify efforts to deal with the problem, after a “hugely concerning” 12% rise in fatalities last year.Health Secretary Neil Gray said the Scottish Government was also “working hard to respond to the growing threat from highly dangerous, super-strong synthetic opioids like nitazenes” which were involved in 23 deaths.His comments came as new figures showed drugs claimed the lives of 1,172 Scots in 2023 – up 121 from last year’s total.Scotland in 2023" data-source="National Records of Scotland">Mr Gray said: “My heartfelt condolences go to all those affected by the...

Scotland’s drug deaths remain Europe’s worst after ‘heartbreaking’ 12% rise

The Scottish government has scrapped plans to introduce free bus travel for asylum seekers. It had announced it would hold a nationwide pilot of the scheme for asylum seekers who cannot work under UK immigration rules. But a spokesperson blamed "very difficult decisions to deliver balanced and sustainable spending plans".

Scotland scraps free bus travel for asylum seekers

The Guardian

Professor says diverging content and results make move necessary for the exams to be compared accurately

GCSEs should be branded separately in England, Wales and NI, expert says

Four people have been arrested after what is believed to be monkey dust was uncovered during raids. Three females and one male remain in custody after West Mercia Police carried out two raids on properties in Telford. Officers targeted properties in Ketley Park Road, Ketley and Wilkinson Close, Snedshill, where...

Four arrested in raids targeting monkey dust

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

The US Sun

NEGLECT by striking junior doctors may have killed an NHS patient in Carlisle, a coroner has ruled. Daphne Austin died of sepsis on June 18 last year after a three-day walkout by the British Medical Association. She had been an inpatient at Cumberland Infirmary for nearly a month following a...

Woman, 71, died of sepsis after blood tests missed ‘due to neglect during three-day junior doctors’ strike’

In a sweet gesture gone sour mistake, a New Zealand food bank is trying to locate meth-laced candies that were given to the homeless. Last Wednesday, Auckland City Mission reported that pineapple-flavored sweets, disguised as innocent treats and bearing the logo of the Malaysian “Rinda” candy company, were donated anonymously to the charity. These items were subsequently included in food parcels distributed to those in need.

Food Bank Accidentally Gives Candy Laced With Meth to the Homeless

A court heard Adriana Orme played a major role in an online group that paid for baby monkeys to be taken from their mothers.

Woman admits being part of monkey torture network

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

NewsNinja

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman and child were bitten by a dog in Devon. Officers said the attack happened at the Sidmouth seafront area at about 19:30 BST on Sunday 11 August and involved a rottweiler-type dog. "It was reported that following a conversation involving the dog’s...

Mum and child taken to hospital after dog attack

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

A fifth person has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was seriously assaulted. Police were called to Best One on Fratton Road in Portsmouth at 02:40 BST on Friday, after the 22-year-old walked in and asked for medical help. Two women, aged 35 and 37, and...

Fifth person arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Paddlers and swimmers are being warned to take extra care at the beach to avoid being stung by venomous fish. People on the Norfolk and Suffolk coast have reported stings from standing on weever fish, which have spiny backs that can puncture the soles of feet, causing a painful sting.

Beachgoers warned to watch out for venomous fish

The woman was found fatally injured near Station Way, in Crawley, on Sunday morning, say police.

Murder arrest after woman found stabbed in car park

Three people have been jailed after a man was kidnapped and held against his will while his family were told to pay money to secure his release. Zarie Jackson-Burchall, 28, was sentenced to five years and eight months at Bradford Crown Court. Shanikae Smith-Gardener, 28, and Jahrico Smith-Gardener, 25, were...

Three jailed after man was kidnapped and assaulted

A biker who was one of eight people who lost their lives in road crashes over the weekend has been named. Candice Adam, from Dalry in Ayrshire, died after her motorbike crashed on the A83 in Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, at about 14:45 on Sunday. Police released the 29-year-old's name...

Biker among eight weekend crash deaths named

The daughter of BBC racing commentator John Hunt sent a text urging the recipient to call 999 after she was shot with a crossbow, an inquest heard. Hannah Hunt, 28, and her sister Louise, 26, both died from crossbow bolt injuries in an attack in Bushey earlier this month, Hertfordshire Coroner’s Court was told on Tuesday, while their mother Carol  died from stab wounds. When officers arrived they found Hannah alive in the main doorway of the home, with a crossbow bolt still in her chest, senior coroner for Hertfordshire Geoffrey Sullivan was told.Hannah had texted someone telling them...

Racing commentator John Hunt’s daughter ‘sent 999 text after she was shot with crossbow’

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Two motorcyclists who died in a crash near a Derbyshire town have been named by police. Derbyshire Police were called to the A6 near Tom Thorn between Buxton and Dove Holes at about 10:18 BST on Sunday to reports of a crash involving two motorbikes and a car. On Monday,...

Police name two motorcyclists killed in crash

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Scotland's drug deaths still worst in Europe after 12% rise

The number of people who died due to drug misuse in Scotland has risen sharply. National Records of Scotland (NRS) data for 2023 revealed that 1,172...

Scotland's drug deaths still worst in Europe after 12% rise

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