drugs

‘Someone will die’: Perkins warns of Enhanced Games safety concerns

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‘Someone will die’: Perkins warns of Enhanced Games safety concerns

The Enhanced Games will permit athletes to use pharmacological or technological assistance, including substances banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Australian Sports Commission boss Kieren Perkins expressed concern that athletes’ lives could be at risk if the Enhanced Games proceed. The concept has faced criticism from the International Olympic Committee, WADA, and World Athletics. Enhanced Games President Aron D’Souza stated the competition would prioritize health testing over drug testing to ensure athlete safety.

Musk defends his ketamine use as beneficial for investors

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Musk defends his ketamine use as beneficial for investors

Elon Musk stated in a video interview that his ketamine prescription has been beneficial for Tesla’s investors, as it helps him manage a condition similar to depression. He mentioned that from Wall Street’s perspective, execution is what matters and argued that Tesla’s valuation is as much as the rest of the car industry combined. A Wall Street Journal investigation had previously reported Musk’s use of drugs, raising concerns about potential violations of federal policies that could affect SpaceX’s government contracts. Musk responded to these concerns by stating he agreed to three years of random drug testing by NASA, with no trace quantities of drugs or alcohol found. He confirmed having a doctor’s prescription for ketamine, taking a small amount every other week.

Underage driver stopped in Paphos

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Underage driver stopped in Paphos

An underage driver, aged 16, was stopped by police in Paphos for driving a vehicle that belonged to his father. The incident led to the father being questioned and the car being taken in for the duration of the investigation. Additionally, in the Paphos district, a 40-year-old taxi driver tested positive for drugs, and a 33-year-old was found with 4.5g of cannabis. Furthermore, a 25-year-old resident threatened and swore at an official operating a mobile traffic camera in Chlorakas and is currently being sought by the authorities.

Man held with cannabis at Larnaca Airport

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Man held with cannabis at Larnaca Airport

Days after finding two unclaimed bags with nearly 43 kilograms of khat at Larnaca Airport, Customs intercepted another unclaimed suitcase filled with marijuana. The suitcase, which had traveled from Singapore to Munich and then to Cyprus, contained 16 kilograms and 752 grams of cannabis. A 26-year-old man from Britain, who was the registered owner of the suitcase, was arrested upon trying to claim it. He admitted ownership of the drugs but did not disclose if he intended to deliver them to anyone in Cyprus. He is set to appear before the Larnaca District Court for a detention order.

Underage teen found driving

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Underage teen found driving

– An underage driver and another minor were apprehended by Game wardens in Argaka, Paphos district, for suspicious activity.
– A 47-year-old taxi driver was caught speeding and tested positive for drugs in a separate incident.
– The vehicle driven by the minors was stopped due to suspicions of illegal hunting.
– The minors were taken to the police station, and their parents were called to collect them.
– The owner of the vehicle, the father of one of the minors, will face criminal charges.
– The taxi driver was driving at 80 km/h in a 65 km/h zone.

Widespread road violations during nationwide campaign

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Widespread road violations during nationwide campaign

During the European Road Safety Week, police in Cyprus inspected a total of 688 trucks, identifying 852 traffic violations. This initiative was part of a broader campaign conducted across several European countries, focusing on the safety of trucks and buses. Inspections were carried out island-wide, examining the technical and mechanical condition of vehicles, as well as the documentation of both the vehicles and their professional drivers. Violations detected included issues with tachographs (243 reports), speeding (44 reports), driving under the influence (3 reports), exceeding driving time limits (13 reports), excessive or unsafe loading (40 reports), worn tires (47 reports), failure to use seat belts (33 reports), and various other infractions (429 reports). Additionally, 154 buses were inspected, resulting in 39 reports, primarily concerning vehicle documents.

Limassol court sentences cocaine traffickers to prison

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Limassol court sentences cocaine traffickers to prison

The Permanent Criminal Court of Limassol sentenced a 34-year-old defendant to 12 years in prison for possession and intent to supply cocaine, following his admission to the charges. This decision was related to the discovery and seizure of 8 kilograms of cocaine on October 13, 2023, at his residence in Mouttagiaka. The defendant, who was involved in drug trafficking with a 35-year-old accomplice, was caught during a CID operation while distributing cocaine. In addition to cocaine, a kilogram of cannabis, precision scales, money, a mobile phone, eleven bullets, and two smoke grenades were seized. The estimated value of the seized cocaine is approximately one million euros. The 34-year-old has been enrolled in the witness protection program and will testify against his accomplice and godfather.

Two teen drivers caught in Paphos

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Two teen drivers caught in Paphos

Police in Paphos caught two underage drivers on Sunday. The first was a 17-year-old driving without a license and without third-party insurance, caught for speeding at 8.30pm. The second case involved a 15-year-old. Additionally, a driver was stopped for a check on Tombs of the Kings avenue and tested preliminary positive for drugs. Over the last three days, 175 drivers were reported for various traffic complaints in Paphos, including 20 for driving under the influence of alcohol and three for driving under the influence of drugs.

US families begin to embrace weight-loss drugs for their children

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US families begin to embrace weight-loss drugs for their children

Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss drug Wegovy saw a significant increase in usage among U.S. adolescents in 2023, with 1,268 children aged 12 to 17 starting treatment with the drug. In 2022, only 25 children were prescribed Wegovy. The use of the drug is still relatively small compared to the number of children with obesity in the U.S., which is estimated to be around 14.7 million. Wegovy is the first highly effective treatment for obesity, but its long-term risks and benefits are still not well understood. Some families are embracing the drug as a way to prevent disease in children and adolescents. Another weight-loss drug, Saxenda, also saw a decrease in usage among adolescents in 2023. Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are testing their weight-loss drugs in children as young as 6.