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This drug is killing more people than Covid

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This drug is killing more people than Covid

America is in the midst of a drug overdose epidemic that’s killing more people than Covid-19

The U.S. is in the midst of a drug overdose epidemic, with fentanyl at the centre of it all.

Now, the nation’s top drug enforcement agents say they’ve seized enough of the deadly substance to kill every single American.

That’s 379 million doses.

Fentanyl is highly addictive, 50 times more powerful than heroin and the deadliest drug threat facing the U.S. right now.

In 2021, this drug killed more people in San Francisco than Covid-19.

The Sinaloa and Jalisco drug cartels are producing the deadly substance at secret facilities in Mexico.

Their fentanyl is manufactured in Mexico with chemicals “largely sourced in China”.

“The DEA’s top operational priority is to defeat the two Mexican drug cartels that are primarily responsible for the fentanyl that is killing Americans today,” the DEA Administrator Anne Milligram said.

The DEA says it has now seized over 4,500kg of fentanyl. This is alongside more than 50 million fentanyl pills disguised as prescription painkillers.

It’s double 2021 levels and, despite the agency’s best efforts, it doesn’t seem to be slowing down.

“Never take a pill that wasn’t prescribed directly to you. Never take a pill from a friend. Never take a pill bought on social media. Just one pill is dangerous and one pill can kill.”

A lethal dose can fit on the tip of a pencil.

At least 100,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in 2021 alone and it’s not hard to see why two-thirds of these deaths have been linked to fentanyl.

The DEA says its top operational priority is to defeat the two Mexican drug cartels and reduce unnecessary drug-related deaths.

“These seizures – enough deadly doses of fentanyl to kill every American – reflect DEA’s unwavering commitment to protect Americans and save lives by tenaciously pursuing those responsible for the trafficking of fentanyl across the United States,” the DEA administrator, Milgram said.

William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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Majority back ban on Trump 2024 bid if convicted

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More than half of surveyed voters express support for preventing Donald Trump from appearing on the 2024 ballot if he is convicted of a crime, according to a recent poll.

 

The findings highlight the political ramifications of potential legal actions against the former president. The NewsNation and Decision Desk HQ survey, reveals a significant sentiment among voters favouring disqualification in the event of a criminal conviction.

The data indicates that 57% of respondents believe Trump should be barred from running in the next presidential election if found guilty of a crime. This sentiment is notably divided along party lines, with a majority of Democrats supporting disqualification, while Republicans are more split on the matter. The potential impact on Trump’s political future is a subject of intense speculation, with legal proceedings and public opinion closely intertwined.

As legal challenges and investigations continue to surround Trump, the poll underscores the importance of public perception in shaping the trajectory of his political career. The survey, which sampled [number] voters across [regions], serves as a barometer for the prevailing attitudes towards accountability and eligibility for public office. The results suggest that Trump’s legal standing could have far-reaching consequences beyond the courtroom, influencing his political standing in the eyes of the electorate.

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Huge reveal from gaming company Rockstar shows GTA VI

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Rockstar Games surprises fans with an early release of the Grand Theft Auto VI trailer following an online leak.

 

In a stunning reveal, the highly anticipated “Grand Theft Auto VI” trailer has finally hit the gaming community, and it’s not holding back on the mayhem. Rockstar Games, known for pushing boundaries, seems to have outdone itself this time, showcasing a virtual world teeming with criminal escapades and high-stakes action.

 

Rockstar  embraced a leak and unveiled the official trailer ahead of schedule. Fans are speculating on new features and plot twists, creating a buzz on social media.

Now, the gaming community eagerly dissects every frame of the trailer, searching for additional details beyond the leaked material.

The trailer opens with a breathtaking skyline of the fictional metropolis, setting the stage for a narrative that promises to be as immersive as it is controversial. From high-speed car chases to pulse-pounding shootouts, the snippets offer a glimpse into the sheer scale and detail the developers have poured into the latest installment. Fans are already dissecting every frame, eagerly speculating on the storyline and characters that will drive this blockbuster game.

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Is ‘AI’ coming to a weather forecast near you?

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Google study finds that ‘AI’ outperformed conventional weather forecasting for the first time.

 
According to statistics, the average person checks the weather forecast on their phone several times a day.

One day soon you may be seeing a weather forecast generated by artificial intelligence — and it could improve the accuracy of modern weather forecasting.

A recent study in the journal, Science describes how an AI weather forecast model from Google’s DeepMind significantly outperformed conventional weather forecasting methods.

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