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Arizona AG sues TikTok over alleged youth addiction
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Arizona AG Kris Mayes sues TikTok in Maricopa County, alleging company leaders concealed research on addictive effects on youth.
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Actor Michael Douglas Denies Sex Addiction
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While Michael Douglas admits to going to rehab for alcohol addiction, he denies going to rehab for a sex addiction. “I don’t know if I slept with so many women; I don’t see it tha… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Rachel Meyers
Douglas has every right to set the record straight on what he actually went to rehab for.
Former Alaska Attorney Sentenced 20 Years for Trafficking
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Former Anchorage defense attorney Justin Facey was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possessing fentanyl and methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Prosecutors said he helped a large Alaska drug-trafficking operation; his lawyers argued addiction contributed to his crimes.
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Mickelson Leaves Treatment Program Amid Family Matter
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— Sep 30, 2026
Phil Mickelson, 56, left treatment for family trauma and addiction after missing all four 2026 majors for the first time since 1989, his representatives said.
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Dana Whitfield
Phil's family clearly needs him more than the tour does right now, even if it means another tough year.
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‘Think Of My Dad’: Abdul El-Sayed Defends Campaigning With Obama After Criticizing Him During Presidency
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 2h
Trump calls Kaitlan Collins a third-rate reporter with Trump addiction
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— Sep 23, 2026
President Donald Trump has diagnosed CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins with having a full-blown “addiction” to him. The president took to Truth Social late Tuesday night, calling Collin… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Chris Dalton
Trump keeps insulting reporters instead of answering their questions about real issues.
AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Sports Betting Surges as Gambling Risks Draw Scrutiny
Sports
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Since the 2018 Supreme Court ruling, sports betting has surged, prompting warnings about addictive products, gambling-related harm and regulatory gaps—concerns underscored by a journalist’s account of losing control during a betting experiment and preliminary Colorado research finding serious problems among some bettors. Universities are responding with courses and public discussions examining betting’s effects on students, sports and society, alongside calls to scrutinize advertising and oversight.
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Perry Doc Trailer Features $7 Million Sobriety Revelation
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— Sep 29, 2026
A new Netflix documentary about Matthew Perry will explore his fame as Friends’ Chandler Bing alongside his long struggle with addiction. In its trailer, his sister Mia Perry Bowick says he spent $7 million trying to get sober and describes the loneliness he struggled to overcome.
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Rachel Meyers
It's incredible that someone would spend that much just to get clean.
Polymarket Adds Consumer Safeguards Amid Legal Scrutiny
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— Sep 30, 2026
Polymarket introduced user-set deposit limits, temporary or permanent self-exclusion and addiction-support resources as state scrutiny of prediction markets intensifies. The safeguards are voluntary, while a New York lawsuit and broader disputes over federal versus state authority could determine whether states can require such protections.
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Wynonna Judd Says TikTok Revealed Grandbaby
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— Sep 29, 2026
Wynonna Judd says her daughter Grace Kelley’s meth addiction and years of legal trouble have strained their relationship; Judd says she has spent about $500,000 trying to help and desperately misses her. Kelley is serving a 15-month jail sentence, and Judd says she learned through TikTok that Kelley may have had another child, while Judd and her husband are raising Kelley’s older daughter.
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Your belief about ability decides who grows after failure
Parents, teachers, managers, and anyone stuck treating a setback as permanent proof get a clear map of why some people keep improving and others shut down.
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TikTok Settles Alabama Teen-Safety Lawsuit
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— Sep 25, 2026
Alabama’s lawsuit accusing TikTok of making its platform addictive to young users and misleading parents about safety features is set to become the first such case against the company to reach a jury. TikTok says it prioritizes teen safety and argues federal law protects platforms from liability for user-created content.
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Presley Gerber Autopsy Complete, Death Probe Continues
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— Sep 22, 2026
Presley Gerber’s remains have been released after an autopsy, but authorities have deferred determining his cause and manner of death pending further testing; police are investigating a suspected overdose and have reported no indication of foul play. Reports citing unnamed sources say Gerber may have been prescribed ketamine despite addiction concerns, but authorities have not disclosed what substances were involved, and no connection to his death has been established.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Daisy De La Hoya Credits Corey Feldman With Saving Her Life
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— Sep 12, 2026
Daisy De La Hoya says Corey Feldman saved her life during a severe addiction period, helping her recover, relocate to California, and take in her dog; she has been clean since February 29, 2024, but says she lost her home and relationship and spent time in shelters while rebuilding and seeking work. She remains grateful for Feldman’s support as she continues her recovery journey and pursues employment while living with a friend.
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Nicole Hardy
Corey really came through for Daisy when she was at her lowest, and it's inspiring she has stayed clean through all the setbacks.
Watch: RFK Jr. Suffers from Same ‘Drug Addiction’ as Trump, Says Annoyed MSNBC Host
Reporting
— Jul 24, 2023
MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell accused Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of having a “drug addiction” on Thursday. Notably, Kennedy did suffer from drug addiction in his life. The now-Democratic…
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Blue State Bans ‘Addictive’ Social Media Content For Minors, Notifications During School Hours
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— Sep 21, 2024
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law Friday a bill banning “addictive” social media content for minors. The Protecting Our Kids from Social Media Addiction Act prevents social media companies from…
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‘More Dangerous Than Drugs’: Bill Gates Warns Of Risks Posed By Artificial Intelligence
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 3h
Over Half Of Zoomers May Be On Drugs Amid Rampant Social Media Addiction
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— Jul 16, 2026
Technology addiction and economic challenges may be contributing to Gen Z becoming America's most mentally unstable generation.
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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Aaron Carter’s Twin Sister Opens Up About His Addiction
Reporting
— Aug 10, 2023
Angel Carter, twin sister of late singer Aaron Carter, opened up about his battle with addiction. In an exclusive interview with People , Angel Carter, 35, revealed the family’s pressures of “fame and fortune” and the…
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Hunter Biden to Claim Second Amendment Protects His Right to Own a Gun While Addicted to Crack: Report
Reporting
— Jun 1, 2023
Hunter Biden’s attorneys intend to argue he was within his Second Amendment rights to purchase a handgun in 2018 during a time in his life in which he had admitted he was addicted to crack cocaine, according to a…
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House Republicans Warn Trump Against Marijuana Rescheduling, Citing Addiction and Safety Risks
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— Dec 18, 2025
A coalition of House Republicans is pressing President Donald Trump to maintain marijuana’s current classification as a Schedule I drug, warning that reclassifying it could worsen addiction and public safety crises…
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NFL Hall of Famer Tells Those Battling Addiction During Social Isolation They Are ‘Not in This Alone’
Reporting
— May 7, 2020
NFL Hall of Famer Joe Namath is reaching out to those battling addiction during social isolation due to the coronavirus outbreak. Namath appeared on Fox Business Network’s “Varney & Co.” on Thursday where he offered…
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Books
Design each day against busyness and endless distraction
Knowledge workers whose calendars and phones fill before they choose anything get a small daily loop of testable habits instead of another life overhaul.
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Russell Brand Opens Up About His Christian Faith And Overcoming Addiction
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— Apr 2, 2025
Comedian, and actor Russell Brand opened up to Fox News host Sean Hannity about his former addictions and his conversion to Christianity. According to Fox News , the in-depth, two-part interview details Brand’s journey…
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Meta Settlement: $17.1B for 47 States and DC
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— Aug 25, 2026
Meta, led by Instagram's Adam Mosseri, faces a 29-state federal trial accusing Instagram and Facebook of addictive design that harms children and violates federal law by mishandling under-13 data, with potential penalties up to hundreds of billions of dollars. Mosseri is a central witness as the Oakland trial unfolds, amid related actions and prior judgments over platform safety and child addiction.
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Hispanic Heritage Celebration Plans Parade, Live Music
Lifestyle
— Jul 24, 2026
A 45-year-old Raymond Phillips from Cape Town details a 32-year gambling addiction that cost him his marriage, career, and more than R1 million, and he is now rebuilding his life after rehab while seeking work. He started gambling at 13 near an illegal slot machine, didn’t recognize his addiction at first, and his recovery includes counseling as he warns others about the dangers of gambling.
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Meta faces federal trial over addictive algorithms
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— Aug 17, 2026
Opening arguments in a high-stakes Oakland federal case accuse Meta of designing addictive Instagram and Facebook features to keep youth engaged, potentially violating state consumer protection laws and COPPA, with penalties possibly reaching up to $1.4 trillion. Meta disputes the claims, arguing harm proof is lacking and that the lawsuit seeks changes to its platforms rather than straightforward accountability.
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Thomas Davis Opioid Addiction Ties to Drug Case
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— Aug 28, 2026
Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis publicly revealed a post-career opioid addiction that he says contributed to relationship troubles and drew attention to a larger drug-supply issue tied to prescriptions; multiple reports trace how his reliance on opioids intersected with the actions of a self-styled healer who serviced pro athletes. The coverage also notes Davis’s celebrated on-field resilience and off-field community work, while detailing the AP’s findings and his lack of immediate comment on the matter.
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‘Put His 5-Year-Old In Danger’: Mullin Clashes With Margaret Brennan Over ICE Shooting Of Criminal Illegal
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 4h
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