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Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival
A candidate for the Missouri House faces a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant cocaine and Adderall on his Republican primary opponent.
Popular GLP-1 weight-loss drugs linked to lower risks of addiction and overdose
A massive study of more than 600,000 U.S. veterans suggests that popular GLP-1 drugs such as semaglutide may do far more than help with diabetes and weight loss—they could also fight addiction itself. Researchers found that people taking these medications were less likely to develop substance use disorders involving alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, cocaine, opioids, and other drugs, while those already struggling with addiction experienced fewer overdoses, hospitalizations, emergency visits, and drug-related deaths.
Kyrgios suspended after positive cocaine test
Nick Kyrgios is provisionally suspended from tennis after testing positive for cocaine.
Amid anti-drug push, Trump pardons leader sentenced on cocaine charges
Trump said Nov. 28 that he planned to pardon the former Honduran leader, and a White House official confirmed Dec. 2 that the pardon had been issued.
Cocaine-fueled sharks are on the prowl in the Caribbean — scientists blame partying tourists
This puts the "white" in "Great White."
Health chief Kennedy says he’s no germaphobe, recalls snorting cocaine off toilet seats
The Kennedy scion divulged his old drug habits on comedian Theo Von’s podcast “This Past Weekend.
Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival
A candidate for the Missouri House faces a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant cocaine and Adderall on his Republican primary opponent.
Why Swedish scientists gave salmon cocaine
A recent study caught our eye: salmon on cocaine. Or really, researchers giving salmon cocaine…for science. See, scientists know human drugs pollute aquatic environments – past studies have shown even anti-anxiety drugs can change how fish act. But illicit drugs are less studied. And Jack Brand, an aquatic ecologist at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, wanted to know how illicit drugs like cocaine might change fish behavior, like foraging and mating. To answer that question, Jack and his team gave salmon cocaine. Interested in more science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Cocaine pollution in rivers and lakes may disrupt behaviour of salmon, study finds
Fish swam further and dispersed more widely after exposure to environmental levels of drug and main metabolite
Healthcare group urges RFK Jr to resign after remarks on cocaine and toilet seats
President of Protect Our Care issues one-word statement to US health and human services secretary: ‘Resign’
Researchers are giving salmon cocaine. Don't worry, it's for science
With cocaine and its metabolite, benzoylecgonine, being detected in waterways across the globe, Canadian researcher Erin McCallum and her team set out to understand the impact of these illicit drugs on fish in Sweden.
Health care group wants RFK Jr. to 'resign' after cocaine confession
Protect Our Care, a health care advocacy group, called for RFK Jr. to "resign" after he admitted to snorting "cocaine off toilet seats" in his past.
Christy Carlson Romano recalls trying cocaine for the first time and liking ‘the attention I got’
The Disney Channel alum admits she had been “aggressively clubbing” in her early 20s hoping the paparazzi would notice.
Missouri candidate allegedly wanted campaign manager to plant cocaine in opponent’s car
The state’s GOP chairman called the allegations “serious and deeply troubling” and said Republican Thomas Christopher Ross should immediately drop out of the race.
OpenAI's First Device Will Be Movable, Screenless Speaker Built as AI Companion
(Bloomberg) -- OpenAI's much-anticipated push into consumer devices is slated to begin with a mobile, screen-free smart speaker designed to be a new type of home computer for the AI era, according to people familiar with the matter.Most Read from BloombergUS Hits Iran With Strikes, Blockade as Trump Plans Hormuz ChargeTrump Shelves 20% Fee for Hormuz Cargo After Gulf PressureA Cocaine Bust in Spain Leads All the Way to Wall StreetUS CPI Falls for the First Time Since 2020, Core Gauge Flat'We Fal
Trump’s Health secretary admits he used to snort cocaine off toilet seats
The admission came during the Health Secretary's appearance on comedian Theo Von's podcast.
Fetty Wap released early from federal prison
Rapper Fetty Wap has been released early from a federal jail, almost three years after he was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
Ex-Titans scout, Arkansas State DB Blaise Taylor handed 2 life sentences for using cocaine to murder his pregnant girlfriend
Fostoria business owner arrested for allegedly selling bulk cocaine
A Fostoria business owner has been arrested for allegedly selling cocaine and using his business to support the operation.
U.S. Military Kills 3 on Boat Suspected of Drug Trafficking
Around 200 people have now been killed in the attacks since last year, in an operation critics say has failed to slow the smuggling of cocaine.
Cannabis use linked to 37% higher stroke risk in massive study
A massive analysis involving more than 100 million people has found strong links between recreational drug use and stroke, including among younger adults. Cocaine was associated with nearly double the risk of stroke, amphetamines with more than double the risk, and cannabis with a 37% increase.
Day 11 guide to the Iowa State Fair: Great weather, entertainment on last day
The 2026 Iowa State Fair is rounding out the season strong, with plenty of entertainment scheduled for Day 11. Special guest Ben Fuller has credited faith with helping him overcome cocaine and alcoho...
Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival
A candidate for the Missouri House has made an initial court appearance on a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant cocaine and Adderall on his Republican primary opponent.
‘Cocaine, gold and meat’: how Colombia’s Amazon became big business for crime networks
Armed groups have moved in to the space left by the Farc after the civil war, cutting down rainforest to control land and build thousands of kilometres of smuggling routes
Nick Kyrgios tests positive for cocaine and is provisionally suspended: Australian tennis player admits to 'huge mistake'
Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended after failing a doping test, the International Tennis Integrity Agency has announced.
‘GTA 6’ Rated PEGI 18 For Decapitation, Sex Scenes And Cocaine
Grand Theft Auto always pushes the envelope when it comes to adult content, but GTA 6 is going an extra mile, according to its PEGI 18 rating.
Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival
A candidate for the Missouri House faces a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant cocaine and Adderall on his Republican primary opponent.
What Is the Most Addictive Drug? Science May Have Some Answers
When considering the drugs most likely to cause former addicts to repeatedly relapse, opioids, cocaine, and methamphetamine stand out as the most dangerous.
GTA 6 Age Rating Confirms New Details on Sex, Drug Use, Decapitation, and More
GTA 6 has received a rating of PEGI 18, revealing mentions of "decapitation," the ability for players to snort cocaine at any time, "scenes of sexual fetishes," and much more.
GOP candidate gets busted trying to plant drugs on his political rival
Thomas Ross allegedly conspired to plant cocaine and Adderall in his Republican rival's purse, but his campaign manager wore a wire for the FBI.
James Cameron was once asked to deal cocaine to film crew: 'What do I do with this stuff?'
James Cameron says that he was once asked to deal cocaine and amphetamines to a film crew: 'That was just how things were done.'
Missouri candidate charged with trying to plant cocaine on his political rival
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A candidate for the Missouri House made an initial court appearance Thursday on a federal drug charge accusing him of trying to plant
These Salmon Got High on Cocaine. That Wasn’t the Craziest Part.
Scientists in Sweden made an unexpected discovery when they exposed the fish to the illegal drug as well as another substance.
Cocaine being sold out of business leads to owner's arrest, police say
A business owner assaulted a special agent after it was discovered cocaine was being sold out of the gas station he owned, according to authorities in North Carolina.
Health group calls on RFK Jr. to resign after cocaine admission
The Health and Human Services secretary said he snorted “cocaine off toilet seats.”
Beachwood business owner caught with 35 pounds of cocaine in downtown Cleveland, feds say
Beachwood business owner Robert Mitchell was arrested in Cleveland with 35 pounds of cocaine, court records say.
Steve-O reveals which 'half-assed' 'Jackass' stunt was preceded by 'a day doing cocaine'
Steve-O revealed which 'Jackass' stunt he performed after he spent 'a day doing cocaine.'