Tag: drug abuse
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Why Insanity Defenses Are Difficult to Win: A Legal Perspective on the Nick Reiner Case
Understanding the Insanity Defense The insanity defense is a rare, highly scrutinized tool in criminal law. It asks whether a defendant’s mental state at the time of a crime absolves them of legal responsibility. While the concept is rooted in centuries of jurisprudence, actual courtroom success remains limited. In high-profile cases like the ongoing discussion…
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Youth Cyclists and NYA CEO Lead Bike Protest Against Drug Abuse in Accra
Introduction: A Morning Ride with a Message A spirited show of unity and purpose unfolded on the streets of Accra as a group of energetic youth cyclists joined Osman Ayariga, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), for a bike procession aimed at drawing attention to the dangers of drug abuse. The…
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FSU Researchers Win $3.7M Grant to Unravel How Social Ties Shape Drug Avoidance
Introduction: A bold step in addiction research A five-year, $3.7 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) will propel a landmark study at Florida State University. Led by Mohamed Kabbaj and Zuoxin Wang, the project investigates how peer relationships and social context influence the brain’s response to drugs, with a focus on…
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Two Brothers Collapse in Manila Believed to be Linked to ‘Tuklaw’ Use
Overview Two brothers, aged 17 and 19, suffered sudden seizures and collapses while crossing a street in Sampaloc, Manila, on a Saturday afternoon. Authorities say the episodes followed reported use of a substance known locally as “black cigarette” or “tuklaw.” The incident has sparked concern about illegal drugs and the dangers of street-level drug use…
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Justice Must Travel Beyond Courtrooms To People Living On The Margins: Justice Surya Kant At NALSA East-Zone Conference
Justice Beyond Courtrooms: A Call to Reach the Margins In a forceful speech at the NALSA East-Zone Regional Conference in Sonapur, Guwahati, Supreme Court judge and Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) Justice Surya Kant urged that the justice system should travel beyond the doors of courtrooms and actively reach those living…
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Tragedy in Treviolo: Man Dies After Ingesting Drugs
Overview of the Incident On the evening of Tuesday, September 9, a tragic event unfolded in Treviolo, specifically in the serene setting of the Giovanni Callioni park. Authorities discovered the lifeless body of a 39-year-old man who reportedly ingested drugs to avoid law enforcement. Details of the Discovery Witnesses reported seeing the man acting erratically…
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Tragic Incident at Brembo: 39-Year-Old Dies After Swallowing Cocaine
The Harrowing Incident In a tragic turn of events, a 39-year-old man lost his life near the Brembo River after attempting to evade a police checkpoint by swallowing cocaine. This shocking incident has raised questions about drug use, safety, and police enforcement in the region. Details of the Encounter The man reportedly swallowed an undisclosed…
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Tragedy Strikes in Treviolo: Man Dies After Ingesting Drugs
Tragedy in Treviolo: A Life Lost to Drugs On the evening of Tuesday, September 9th, a tragic incident unfolded in Treviolo, specifically in the serene setting of the Giovanni Callioni Park. The lifeless body of a 39-year-old man was found, leading to an investigation that revealed he had ingested drugs in a desperate attempt to…