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Addiction

Massive study finds cannabis and tobacco use linked to shrinking brain size

Smoking and drug use are often discussed in terms of lung health or addiction, but a new study shows that these habits may also change the brain itself.

08 Apr 2026-15:04
Greece moves to restrict teen social media use

Greece is preparing to introduce a ban on social media use for children under the age of 15, in a move aimed at reducing screen addiction and online harm among minors.

02 Apr 2026-17:58
Social media addiction trial: Meta and YouTube found liable

A California jury has deemed Meta and YouTube guilty on all counts in a landmark case that accused the tech giants of deliberately addicting a young woman and harming her mental health.

25 Mar 2026-23:09
Mark Zuckerberg arrives at LA court for social media addiction trial

Mark Zuckerberg has arrived at a Los Angeles court for the trial concerning social media addiction.

18 Feb 2026-20:53
Instagram, YouTube addiction case opens in LA

09 Feb 2026-19:59
Diabetes drugs show promise in treating addiction

Blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss drugs are emerging as unexpected candidates for treating addiction, as scientists explore whether medications targeting the hormone GLP-1 can curb cravings not only for food, but also for alcohol, nicotine, opioids and other substances.

04 Dec 2025-09:15
Jane’s Addiction bandmates sue each other following onstage fight

Alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction is embroiled in legal battles after an onstage altercation between singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro disrupted their 2024 reunion tour, leading to the cancellation of the remaining dates and shelving a planned new album.

17 Jul 2025-10:32
Malaysia records 10.5 pct decline in drug abuse cases, says official

13 May 2025-16:09