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Cocaine and synthetic drugs power new era of global trafficking

The world drug market has never been so globalised, active and diverse, according to the United Nations – which marks International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Thursday. RFI takes a look at the latest trends, from the explosion of cocaine to shifting routes and new synthetic drugs.

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Myanmar burns confiscated drugs worth around $300 million

Officials in Myanmar have destroyed nearly $300 million worth of illegal drugs to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

The Independent UK

Mapped: The states hit hardest by America’s drug epidemic

Two states from the American Southwest are among the three worst regions in the country for drug abuse, a new study suggests

The Independent UK

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LoP Rahul Gandhi raises in Lok Sabha issue of rampant drug abuse in Kerala

Rahul shared a video of him having a discussion on the matter with radio jockey Joseph Annamkutty Jose, clinical psychologist Aditya Ravindran and homeopathic physician Fathima Asla. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Fears of unrest as PM considers open prisons for more offenders

Unions concerned about potential rise in violence, drug abuse and the threat of riots at low-security facilities in England and Wales

The Guardian - UK

'He Was Disgusted By It': Friend of Hannah Kobayashi's Ex Reveals He Hated Her 'Drug Abuse'

Hannah Kobayashi's disappearance, her father's suicide, and revelations of drug abuse have sparked controversy after her return from Mexico.

International Business Times UK

California police department debuts ‘first police Cybertruck in the nation’ to impress kids

Car was bought as part of the drug abuse education program that uses flashy vehicle to make police seem approachable

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Kentucky Launches Statewide Drug Prevention Program For Youth

Kentucky AG launches 'Better Without It' program to combat youth drug abuse with .6M funding. State sees decrease in overdose deaths and implements preve...

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200 officials raid one Pattaya pub

About 200 officials raided a pub on Pattaya's Walking Street early Sunday morning and found traces of drug abuse among the customers.

Bangkok Post

DMK, AIADMK encouraging drug abuse in T.N.: Dhinakaran

AMMK founder accuses DMK and AIADMK of promoting drug abuse in Tamil Nadu, calls for action by Chief Minister.

The Hindu

Monk uses dating app, crashes car

A monk was ordered to be defrocked after a car accident in Khon Kaen raised suspicion that he used a dating application to meet another monk and was involved in drug abuse.

Bangkok Post

AIPC launches One Life to combat drug abuse at Kollam

The Hindu

Concern over increase in drug abuse among students

A rally was held to create public awareness on the rise in drug abuse among students and its negative fallout on the individual and the society at large, here on Wednesday.

The Hindu

Drug abuse claims 68 lives in 11 months in Mizoram

In Mizoram, 68 people, incl. 11 women, died due to drug abuse in Jan-Nov 2023. Since 1984, 1,804 people, including 218 women, have died due to drug abuse. Highest number of deaths was 143 in 2004. 76.22 kg of heroin seized in Jan-Oct 2023. 148.46 kg of ganja and 78.82…

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At Kanha Shanti Vanam in Telangana, PM Modi envisions a nation with all sections empowered

PM Modi visits world's largest meditation centre, Kanha Shanti Vanam, lauds Daaji's work. He stresses on Nari Shakti, Yuva Shakti, Shram Shakti, Udyam Shakti for a stronger India. Introduces 'My Bharat' mission to combat drug abuse. Daaji urges citizens to meditate daily, take pride in heritage.

The Hindu

Medicos clash: Fifteen students suspended

15 students of Ongole Govt. Med. College suspended after probe into violent clashes between two groups. Two students sustained injuries, parents filed complaint with police. SEB conducted parallel probe into alleged drug abuse on campus.

The Hindu

Student groups clash in Ongole Government Medical College

Tension in Ongole Govt. Medical College after two student groups clashed; two injured; counselling conducted; police & SEB probe; animosity due to drug abuse complaints; some students removed from hostel.

Reason

Matthew Perry, Drug Abuse, and Prohibition

The death of the Friends star should remind us of the costs of the war on drugs.

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The Hindu

Human chain against drug abuse on November 1

Residents of ward 31 in Kozhikode will form a human chain Nov. 1 to protest drug abuse. Representatives from various groups, incl. Mayor Beena Philip, MP M.K. Raghavan, and officials from Human Rights Commission, Police, and Excise will address the public. Awareness programme to follow.

The Hindu

NC’s high-powered committee sets up task force to fight drug abuse in Kashmir

The NC underlined that there was a denial of humanitarian treatment to the drug addicts

The Hindu

Jesuit priest kick-starts solo campaign on bicycle against drug abuse

Daya Bai flags off 'Kathaparayum Vandi', a State-level anti-drugs awareness campaign led by Jesuit priest Sheise Thomas for schoolchildren. It aims to reach 55K students in 500 schools in Kerala. Daya Bai urges youths to change their ways and secure their future. A.J. Johnson administers an oath to students. Fr.…

The Hindu

Workshop against drug abuse held

Kozhikode: Excise Dept. held workshop to sensitise students against drug abuse as part of Vimukti Mission campaign. Minister A.K. Saseendran opened the session, presided over by K.P. Sheeba, VP of Kakkodi Grama Panchayat.

The Conversation

Shouting at children linked to depression – but defining what counts as verbal abuse is what will help prevent harmful parenting

A recent research paper has found that verbal abuse of children, including shouting at them and calling them names, is linked to low mood, drug abuse and delinquency (antisocial behaviour).

The Independent UK

Kentucky AG announces latest round of funding to groups battling the state's drug abuse problems

A state commission has awarded nearly $14 million in the latest round of funding to groups fighting drug abuse in Kentucky

The Hindu

NCPCR summons 20 A.P. Collectors for not submitting details of drug abuse, child trafficking

--/NCPCR summons 20 AP district Collectors for not submitting info on drug abuse, trafficking of children. Joint Action Plan prepared to prevent drugs, trafficking; Collectors asked to explain measures taken under JJ Act, COTPA, hold awareness meetings, install CCTVs.

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