A morphinan opioid; widely abused and medically used for pain in some contexts
Brandon Clarke has died at a Los Angeles area home on May 11, with the medical examiner listing an accidental death. The combined effects of multiple prescription medications are noted as a significant contributing factor; a full autopsy report will follow. Clarke spent seven seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies after Gonzaga, averaging 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.
The governor has resumed duties after a leave stemming from a US drug-trafficking indictment. Morena leaders deny prior knowledge of the move, urging restraint as investigations continue. The drama highlights tensions between Mexican authorities and the United States over cartel-linked charges.
Scotland has the highest drug-deaths rate in Europe, with 1,133 drug-related deaths in 2025. The government has described the rise as unacceptable and intolerable and is pursuing harm-reduction measures, including decriminalisation in some form. Westminster controls drugs policy, limiting Scotland’s options. Leaders across parties are calling for action and accountability as the issue remains a central political flashpoint.
The government has pledged a further 432m to back a nationwide plan to end rough sleeping, bringing total investment to 874m. A Downing Street summit is convened with charities and businesses to sustain support beyond winter and to deliver a bed-for-every-rough-sleeper promise by Christmas, amid concerns about local authority funding and service gaps.