Addiction often isn’t about chasing pleasure—it’s about escaping pain. Researchers at Scripps Research have discovered that a tiny brain region called the paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus (PVT) ...

And it’s not surprising that your first year resulted in a more physically able body in addition to all those top-of-the-world feelings—the hangover-free exhilaration of early sobriety is full of ...

Sean 'Diddy' Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison, five years of supervised release, and a $500,000 fine for his Mann Act convictions.

A mum who once used her benefits payments to buy and deal drugs has shared she has officially kicked the drug addiction. Shannon Ashley, 30, first tried heroin at just 13, which resulted into her ...

Five new needle bins have been installed across a city to help crack down on discarded drug paraphernalia. Peterborough City Council said it worked with organisations including Cambridgeshire Police, ...

Rookie right-hander Cam Schlittler struck out 12 as he shut down Boston with 100 mph heat, and the New York Yankees took advantage of a pair misplays in a four-run fourth inning to ...