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Blackpool Woman Found Dead in Restaurant Toilet After Three Days

Sabrina Lyttle, 47, a Blackpool woman with a history of drug and alcohol addiction, was found dead in the locked disabled toilet of the Gurkha Buffet Restaurant after three days; the restaurant's statement claims cleaning protocols were followed, but the family questions this, prompting a council in...

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Rise in Underage Nicotine Pouch Use Spurs Health Concerns

Nicotine pouches, such as Zyn, are increasingly used by children despite being for adults 21+, due to discreet use, online marketing, and flavors; the CDC reports 890,000 middle and high schoolers use them, raising health concerns and prompting regulatory action.

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California's Homelessness Crisis: A 'Christmas Carol' for Our Times

El Cajon Mayor criticizes California's handling of its homelessness crisis, comparing it to Dickens' "A Christmas Carol", blaming conscious policy decisions for creating a system that profits from the issue.

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Vsio Chotko!" Wins BBC Book of the Year

Yuriy Roketsky's biography of Serhiy Kuzminsky, the frontman of Braty Hadyukiny, won BBC's Book of the Year 2024; it details Kuzminsky's life, musical influences, and the impact of his death on Ukrainian rock.

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95 Dutch Healthcare Workers Fired for Stealing Medication

From 2021-2023, 95 Dutch healthcare workers were fired for stealing medication; hospitals had the highest rate (50%), with benzodiazepines, painkillers, and opiates commonly stolen, often due to high workload, personal issues, and a lack of awareness about regulations.

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Social Media's Detrimental Impact on Children's Mental Health

Studies show excessive social media use significantly increases the risk of anxiety, depression, and loneliness in kids and teens, with internal documents from TikTok and Meta revealing that companies prioritized user engagement despite knowing the mental health risks.

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Study: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life

A new study shows each cigarette shortens life expectancy by roughly 20 minutes; quitting, even later in life, adds to lifespan; effects are cumulative, with significant benefits from early cessation.

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\"Cocaine Abuse Treatment Soars in Lower Saxony, Germany\"\

\"The number of people seeking treatment for cocaine abuse in Lower Saxony, Germany, increased by 42.6% from 2019 to 2023, reaching 7,760 cases, second only to North Rhine-Westphalia, with 15,280 cases. The Barmer health insurance attributes this to potential performance pressure among young men.\

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D66 Proposes EU-Wide Social Media Ban for Under-15s

The Dutch D66 party is proposing a European ban on social media use for children under 15, citing research showing that 10% of children are harmed by social media, a number expected to increase, impacting their sleep, school performance, and mental health.

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"Botswana's CAT Epidemic: A Growing Threat to Youth"

"The affordable stimulant drug CAT (methcathinone) is causing a surge in addiction among Botswana's youth, leading to serious health issues and social problems, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive intervention strategies."

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Lawsuit Accuses Food Giants of Creating Addictive Ultra-Processed Foods

A Pennsylvania teen's type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease at age 16 led to a lawsuit against major food companies, alleging they designed their ultra-processed products to be addictive, a claim the companies dispute.

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Nicotine Pouches in France: Toxins, Deception, and Stalled Ban

A French study reveals alarming levels of arsenic and other toxins in widely available nicotine pouches, with nicotine levels far exceeding advertised amounts; a proposed ban is stalled.

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