What if cocaine-using soldiers launched a nuclear missile from a submarine?
A scandal in the British Royal Navy reveals that over 170 submariners have tested positive for drug use, raising serious security concerns.
VIDEOS: Journal of the Field - TO of Sunday, March 22, 2026
The article discusses various significant topics, including potential extensions of the war in Iran, a U.S. report by Trump, drug use trends in Brazil, crowdfunding efforts for medical students, and highlights from Lollapalooza 2026.
Marijuana grows, cocaine and crack stabilize: how Brazilians have increased drug consumption in the last 11 years
A study reveals a significant increase in drug experimentation in Brazil over the past decade, primarily driven by a rise in marijuana use.
The Black Route of Malasaña and Chueca in the 80s: 'At first, it was all hash, but then heroin came. It was a drug theme park'
The article explores the history of drug use and nightlife in the Malasaña and Chueca neighborhoods of Madrid during the 1980s.
Britain’s nuclear submarines carnage as nearly 200 sailors fail drug tests
Nearly 200 Royal Navy sailors have failed drug tests over the past seven years, with significant implications for security and military integrity.
Naked man under the influence of drugs detained with a bladed weapon in Águas Claras, DF
A naked man under the influence of drugs was detained by the Military Police in Águas Claras, Brazil, while carrying a bladed weapon.
Public Prosecutor's Office charges Marçal's aide for fake news against Boulos
Federal Public Prosecutor's Office in Brazil charges Rafael Nogueira, aide to mayoral candidate Pablo Marçal, for spreading false videos linking rival candidate Guilherme Boulos to drug use.
Man found guilty of killing passenger during drug-fuelled road trip
A man has been convicted of manslaughter in the unlawful killing of his passenger during a drug-fuelled road trip in New South Wales.
ASIRT not recommending charges against police in death of drug user’s baby
The Alberta police watchdog concluded that Mounties will not face charges related to the death of a newborn baby of a drug-using mother, citing her drug use as a contributing factor.
LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt vows ‘zero encampments’ of homeless, no fentanyl on streets
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt has proposed a strict plan to eliminate homeless encampments and combat drug use, promising a zero-tolerance approach towards fentanyl on the streets.
I don't do those things anymore, I've learned a little bit.
An 18-year-old man appeared in court for violating the conditions of his supervised release, including drug use.
Daily Summary #1906: Federal Police investigates if money diverted from the INSS helped pay for travels of Lulinha; Lieutenant Colonel arrested for killing wife in SP claimed to be 'alpha male' in the relationship; Recreational drug use may double stroke risk, studies warn
The Federal Police of Brazil is investigating whether funds diverted from the INSS were used to cover travels for Lulinha, while a Lieutenant Colonel faces arrest for allegedly murdering his wife, claiming to embody 'alpha male' traits, and new studies highlight the increased risk of stroke associated with recreational drug use.
SS: Mysterious Green Drug Spreading in Finland
A new green narcotic derived from the kratom plant has been smuggled into Finland for recreational use, raising concerns among authorities.
Tragedy as dad, 47, who 'dedicated his life to family' died in play area
Terry Howe, a 47-year-old father from Truro, Cornwall, was found unresponsive in a children's playground, prompting an inquest into his death which revealed struggles with mental health and drug use.
Suspended prison sentences for young residents for drug trafficking
A Lithuanian court has handed down suspended prison sentences to a group of young individuals for their involvement in drug use and distribution.
Recreational drug use may double the risk of stroke, warn studies with 100 million participants
Recreational use of illegal drugs can more than double the risk of stroke, according to a review of studies involving over 100 million participants conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge.
New provincial offence for public drug use gives officers ‘more options,’ police say
Ontario is introducing a new provincial offence targeting public drug use, allowing police to issue non-criminal tickets rather than making arrests.
Cocaine presence in Barcelona's wastewater tripled in 2025
Cocaine detected in Barcelona's wastewater increased threefold in 2025 according to the European Drug Agency's report.
Teacher finds marijuana in 11-month-old baby's backpack in daycare in PR and mother says she forgot
A teacher discovered marijuana in the backpack of an 11-month-old baby at a daycare in Paraná, with the mother claiming it was an accident.
Drug consumption in Attica, through the analysis of sewage – Cocaine on the rise
A study analyzing sewage in Attica reveals a marked increase in cocaine use, with MDMA also showing a rise during 2024-2025, especially during weekends.
Cocaine Sewage
New wastewater analyses reveal that cocaine intake is highest on Fridays and Saturdays in Norway, suggesting a concerning trend in drug use among the population.
Norwegian cities among the top in Europe for amphetamines: - It is concerning
Norwegian cities rank high in Europe for amphetamine use according to a recent wastewater analysis, indicating a concerning trend.
While in Western Europe cocaine breaks records, Slovakia remains a methamphetamine kingdom. What do new data reveal about drug use?
New data highlight Slovakia's ongoing struggle with methamphetamine use, remaining a leading country in its consumption within Europe, as Western nations see rising cocaine usage.
Eliel, 31, lived in a valuable area of Helsinki in an apartment feared by neighbors - ultimately he ended up on the street with only a durable bag in hand
Eliel, a 31-year-old man, faced housing instability in Helsinki, eventually becoming homeless after his apartment became a hub for drug use and disturbances.
Residents of Tartu Consume Increasingly More Cannabis, But Also Amphetamines
Recent studies indicate a rising trend in drug consumption, particularly cannabis and amphetamines, among the residents of Tartu and other Estonian cities.
Vanopslagh has supported violent drug gangs. That is what he lacks to acknowledge
Alex Vanopslagh has admitted to using cocaine once or twice in social settings since becoming party leader, prompting varied reactions on social media.
Man flees from motel, steals pickup truck, is pursued by police, and escape ends inside the police battalion in Cascavel
A 39-year-old man was arrested following a police chase in Cascavel, Brazil, after he stole a truck and dangerously evaded authorities.
Suspicious death of a 26-year-old woman in Dehradun, mother of a 2-year-old battling drug addiction
A 26-year-old woman named Shivani Arora was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Dehradun, believed to be due to excessive drug use.
'Loved' teenager dies after collapsing at K-Pop Demon Hunters rave
A popular university student died after collapsing at a Halloween rave where she reportedly took MDMA.
Patient tries to escape from Adão Pereira Nunes Hospital through ventilation ducts and falls from the ceiling in ICU
A patient at Adão Pereira Nunes Hospital in Brazil attempted to escape through the ventilation ducts but fell from the ceiling into the Intensive Care Unit.
Police investigate death of 1-year-old baby in Goianésia
Police are investigating the death of a one-year-old baby in Goianésia, Brazil, amid suspicions of accidental drug ingestion.
VIDEO: Wastewater Study Reveals High Consumption of Cannabis and Cocaine in Estonian Major Cities
A recent wastewater analysis reveals significant consumption levels of cannabis and cocaine in Estonia's major cities, particularly Tallinn and Pärnu.
Sewage analyses revealed the drug secrets of Tallinn and Pärnu
Recent sewage analyses in Tallinn and Pärnu indicate high levels of cannabis use and a significant increase in cocaine use.
The death of Liam Payne: the Justice of the City will judge those accused of supplying drugs to the musician
The Buenos Aires Superior Court has decided to put the accused in the death of Liam Payne on trial for supplying drugs to him.
'I never really needed psychedelics, I’m already quite crazy by myself,' says singer Céu
'I never really needed psychedelics,' says Brazilian singer Céu, discussing her views on recreational drug use in a recent interview.
"I am an ambassador, not a monk": drunk Kohtla-Järve city council politician slurred on a live broadcast
A video featuring Kirill Kõpp, a politician from the Kohtla-Järve city council, has surfaced on social media, showing him behaving suspiciously and admitting to past drug use.
A woman was arrested for smoking joints next to her six-month-old baby in Carabanchel: the police open a protection file for the minor
A 29-year-old woman was arrested in Carabanchel, Madrid, for smoking marijuana in public while with her baby, prompting authorities to initiate a protection file for the child.
Son arrested for killing and throwing his own father into a well confessed the crime: 'said he had gathered anger towards the victim', says detective
A man confessed to murdering his father and disposing of the body in a well in Bertolínia, Brazil, citing accumulated personal grievances and drug use as motivations.
Overdose hospitalizations grow 165% in the Midwest of São Paulo and surpass increase in cases in the capital
The number of overdose hospitalizations has surged by 165% in the Midwest and West regions of São Paulo, significantly outpacing the 29% increase observed in the capital.
Last year, over 83 thousand visits registered in low-threshold cabinets
The article discusses the significant increase in visits to low-threshold healthcare services aimed at reducing harm from drug use in Lithuania.
Man arrested after assaulting wife and daughter in the coast of SP
A 60-year-old man was arrested for assaulting his wife and daughter in São Vicente, São Paulo, while the victims received medical treatment for their injuries.
Mechanic shot dead inside workshop in the interior of Bahia
A mechanic named Aldo Santos Firmo was shot and killed inside his workshop in Valente, Bahia.
California motel closes after two women found dead in same room days apart
Authorities closed a California motel after two separate incidents resulted in the deaths of two women found in the same room just days apart, raising concerns over safety and drug use in the area.
Jere Karalahti revealed why he fell again – These words are shocking
Jere Karalahti discusses the significant turning points that led to his struggles with drug use and personal issues.
Body of man found inside abandoned car in the southern region of Palmas
The body of 24-year-old Jean Matheus de Castro Rodrigues was discovered in an abandoned car in Palmas, Brazil, with gunshot wounds to the head and evidence of drug use.
Neustadt am Main: Quartet Resuscitated After Suspected Drug Use
Emergency services resuscitated a quartet of young individuals aged 14 to 19 in Neustadt am Main, following suspected drug consumption.
Woman is presented at the police station after setting fire to 'casual boyfriend's' kitnet in Santarém
A woman in Santarém, Brazil, was arrested for setting fire to the kitnet of a man she had a casual relationship with, following a financial dispute.
The Teenage Mother Tries to Quit Drugs for Her Baby's Sake
A teenage mother is making efforts to quit drug use to provide a better future for her infant child.
Sewage study showed an increase in drug use last year
A sewage study conducted in 18 cities in Estonia last year revealed an increase in drug use.
The Regretful Høiby
Marius Borg Høiby recounts moments of levity during serious court proceedings regarding his tumultuous relationship with the victim, Nora Haukland, amidst allegations of violence and drug use.