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Nearly 20% of cancer drugs defective in 4 African nations

Representative Image (AI-generated) An alarming number of people across Africa may be taking cancer drugs that don’t contain the vital ingredients needed to contain or reduce their disease.It’s a concerning finding with roots in a complex problem: how to regulate a range of therapeutics across the continent.A US and pan-African research group published the findings […]

Tamil actor Krishna too arrested in drug cartel case in Chennai

Actor Krishna. File | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Tamil actor Krishna and his associate were arrested by the Nungambakkam Police of the Greater Chennai Police (GCP) on Thursday (June 26, 2025) in connection with a drug case, following the seizure of narcotics from the associate and the discovery of WhatsApp chats between them and others, […]

Watch: Is Donald Trump worried about Elon Musk using drugs? Here is what he said

Donald Trump and Elon Musk spat What began as a powerhouse alliance between US President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk has now turned into an all-out political soap opera.The two figures have been trading jabs and accusations since Friday.Reporters asked Trump about his former ally, including whether he believed Musk had used drugs, […]

‘I am not taking drugs!’: Musk refutes claims of drug abuse during 2024 campaign trail

Elon Musk, SpaceX CEO, on Saturday denied a report that he extensively used ketamine and other drugs during the 2024 Presidential campaign trail.In a post shared in X, Musk said, “To be clear, I am NOT taking drugs! The New York Times was lying their ass off.” “I tried ‘prescription’ ketamine a few years ago […]

Not drugs or gold, Chinese officials uncover cuddly Labubu toy smuggling

Chinese customs officers recently made an unusual discovery, finding dozens of Pop Mart’s popular Labubu toys hidden in suitcases and being smuggled for resale. Far from drugs or weapons, these quirky and popular toys are now part of a growing illegal resale market. The plush characters, created by Hong Kong illustrator Kasing Lung, have become […]

Mood lighting, baby oil & drugs: Shocking images from Diddy’s hotel room after his arrest

Shocking images revealed during the federal trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, showing the disgraced rap mogul preparing for “freak offs” at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, despite knowing he was about to be arrested in September 2024.During the proceedings, his former partner Cassie provided testimony, following her previous allegations of coercion and mistreatment. […]

Derek Chauvin Pardon Row: Was George Floyd on drugs? What the medical evidence says | World News

As speculation intensifies over a potential presidential pardon for Derek Chauvin—the former Minneapolis police officer convicted in the murder of George Floyd—an old debate has resurfaced: did Floyd die because of drugs in his system, or because of the knee on his neck?Below, we break down the facts behind the claim.The Claim ResurfacesChauvin’s supporters, buoyed […]

Watch: US Coast Guard intercepts smugglers in eastern Pacific ocean, drugs worth millions seized

US Coast Guard intercepts smugglers in eastern Pacific ocean, drugs worth millions seized Watch: US Coast Guard intercepts smugglers in eastern Pacific ocean, drugs worth millions seizedA viral video released by the US Coast Guard shows a gripping drug interdiction operation in the eastern Pacific Ocean, where service members aboard the USCGC Kimball executed a […]

Making Healthcare Affordable Again? How Donald Trump intends to make drugs cheaper for Americans | World News

In most civilised parts of the world, getting cancer doesn’t also mean bankrupting your family. In America, that’s the plot of one of the greatest TV shows of all time. A single vial of life-saving medication can cost more than a European vacation — business class.It’s a longstanding joke with a painful punchline: the world’s […]

Trump set to put new levies on chips, drugs

US President Donald Trump WASHINGTON: The Trump administration took steps Monday that appear likely to result in new tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceutical products, adding to levies the president has put on imports globally.Federal notices put online said the administration had initiated national security investigations into imports of chips and pharmaceuticals. Trump has suggested that […]