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How The Flakka Drug Epidemic Nearly Drove South Florida To Madness

In 2013, a synthetic stimulant called flakka emerged in Florida — and wreaked havoc on users with its horrific side effects.

By John Kuroski • Jun 30, 2021

How The Flakka Drug Epidemic Nearly Drove South Florida To Madness

In 2013, a synthetic stimulant called flakka emerged in Florida — and wreaked havoc on users with its horrific side effects.

By John Kuroski • June 30, 2021

Rafael Caro Quintero: The True Story Of The Narcos Drug Lord Still On The Run

Rafael Caro Quintero was one of Mexico's first and most powerful cartel leaders until he was suspected of orchestrating the brutal torture and murder of a DEA agent.

By Gina Dimuro • May 4, 2021

Rafael Caro Quintero: The True Story Of The Narcos Drug Lord Still On The Run

Rafael Caro Quintero was one of Mexico's first and most powerful cartel leaders until he was suspected of orchestrating the brutal torture and murder of a DEA agent.

By Gina Dimuro • May 4, 2021

Is Devil’s Breath The World’s Scariest Drug?

Better known as devil's breath, scopolamine more than lives up to its name.

By John Kuroski • May 1, 2021

Is Devil’s Breath The World’s Scariest Drug?

Better known as devil's breath, scopolamine more than lives up to its name.

By John Kuroski • May 1, 2021

How Mexico’s Fearsome ‘New Generation’ Cartel Used eBay To Arm Themselves With Military Hardware

Investigators later found that brothers Carlos and Ismael Almada had bought night-vision goggles, grenade launchers, and more for the vicious cartel.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 8, 2021

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How Mexico’s Fearsome ‘New Generation’ Cartel Used eBay To Arm Themselves With Military Hardware

Investigators later found that brothers Carlos and Ismael Almada had bought night-vision goggles, grenade launchers, and more for the vicious cartel.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 8, 2021

This Week In History News, Jan. 17 – 23

Ancient Maya drug containers unearthed, mysteries of dinosaurs' bodily functions solved, Roman-era French grave of a child and their puppy found.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 22, 2021

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This Week In History News, Jan. 17 – 23

Ancient Maya drug containers unearthed, mysteries of dinosaurs' bodily functions solved, Roman-era French grave of a child and their puppy found.

By All That's Interesting • January 22, 2021

Spanish Police Bust International Arms Dealers Working In A Shrine Dedicated To Hitler

In an Andalusian warehouse, police found a collection of Nazi memorabilia beside 22 AK-47s.

By Natasha Ishak • Jan 15, 2021

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Spanish Police Bust International Arms Dealers Working In A Shrine Dedicated To Hitler

In an Andalusian warehouse, police found a collection of Nazi memorabilia beside 22 AK-47s.

By Natasha Ishak • January 15, 2021

33 Harrowing Photos Of The Crack Epidemic That Devastated America’s Cities

In the early 1980s, a rock of crack cocaine went for as little as $5. Due to its cheap price and high purity, it spread like wildfire across the country.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jan 14, 2021

33 Harrowing Photos Of The Crack Epidemic That Devastated America’s Cities

In the early 1980s, a rock of crack cocaine went for as little as $5. Due to its cheap price and high purity, it spread like wildfire across the country.

By Genevieve Carlton • January 14, 2021

‘Magic Mushrooms’ Started Growing In A Nebraska Man’s Blood After He Injected Them Into His Veins

A few days after the injection, he started to experience fatigue. Then came diarrhea, nausea, yellowing of the skin, and vomiting blood.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jan 14, 2021

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‘Magic Mushrooms’ Started Growing In A Nebraska Man’s Blood After He Injected Them Into His Veins

A few days after the injection, he started to experience fatigue. Then came diarrhea, nausea, yellowing of the skin, and vomiting blood.

By Marco Margaritoff • January 14, 2021

An Unmanned Boat Just Washed Up On A Remote Pacific Island Carrying $80 Million In Cocaine

When a resident of Ailuk saw an abandoned boat in the waters, he tried to carry it ashore. Oddly enough, it was far heavier than it looked — with 1,430 illegal reasons why.

By Marco Margaritoff • Dec 17, 2020

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An Unmanned Boat Just Washed Up On A Remote Pacific Island Carrying $80 Million In Cocaine

When a resident of Ailuk saw an abandoned boat in the waters, he tried to carry it ashore. Oddly enough, it was far heavier than it looked — with 1,430 illegal reasons why.

By Marco Margaritoff • December 17, 2020

Police Raid Secret New York City Fight Club With Hundreds Of Members

Rumble in the Bronx CEO Michael Roman faces eight charges for organizing the illegal event where police found hundreds of people crammed into close quarters in violation of coronavirus rules.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 16, 2020

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Police Raid Secret New York City Fight Club With Hundreds Of Members

Rumble in the Bronx CEO Michael Roman faces eight charges for organizing the illegal event where police found hundreds of people crammed into close quarters in violation of coronavirus rules.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 16, 2020