southeast asia

Could Drug-Replacement Therapy Have Saved Philip Seymour…

...  A big part of the problem is rehab itself, which is almost … Read more on The New Republic Colombia: The challenge of narcotics hotspots Bazuco, which also is known in the streets as bicha, is made from a… Continue reading

If Fords Were a Sitcom, It Would Be Cancelled: Mallick

...  Fords were a sitcom, it would be cancelled: Mallick I shouted at the screen all the questions the disarmed LeDrew wouldn't ask Diane. What about the crack? Is Kathy wearing a slanket? Why are there drink glasses sitting open… Continue reading

Why Is Weed Made Out to Be Such a Huge Drug Like Crack?

...  more on Mirror.co.uk Why painkillers and anti-depressants are killing MORE Britons than heroin and … Of course, part of the reason more people are being prescribed anti-depressants is that more may be overcoming the stigma of having mental health… Continue reading

How Did the U.S. Become Involved in the Politics of Southeast Asia Back in the 1950’s?

...  by Calico L: How did the U.S. become involved in the politics of Southeast Asia back in the 1950’s? Was it because of Communism? In what ways did the U.S. involvment impact the political climate of the 1950’s? Is… Continue reading

Analysis: Southeast Asia Slowly Accepting Harm Reduction

...  Southeast Asia slowly accepting harm reduction Almost all countries in the region now have some form of harm reduction, a strategy to prevent dangers associated with drug use. However, many programmes lack government funding, are ill-equipped to meet demand,… Continue reading

Patrick Kiely Jailed After Trying to Steal Rhino Head From Museum

...  Kiely Jailed After Trying To Steal Rhino Head From Museum Filed under: cocaine affects the body … as well as a spreading belief in Southeast Asia that they may cure cancer, has fuelled a surge in rhino poaching this… Continue reading