Oklahoma influencer killed in apparent murder-suicide by husband, police say Sara Gilson was fatally shot less than two weeks after accusing her husband of pedophilia on social media The Guardian - US · Jul 26
'It Needed to Happen': Orville Peck Breaks Silence on Hotel Suicide Attempt and Severe Addiction Orville Peck discusses his battle with addiction and a suicide attempt, revealing how these experiences shaped his upcoming album 'Mule', set for release in September 2026. International Business Times UK · Jul 26
How one man’s heartbreak after losing his best friend sparked a nationwide pub-based campaign to tackle loneliness Shattered by the death of his best friend to suicide, Dean Perryman tells Holly Patrick about his Empty Chairs campaign to fight loneliness across the UK and bring communities back together at their local pub The Independent UK · Jul 26
US influencer, husband found dead days after she accused him of pedophilia on TikTok Social media influencer Sara Gilson, 43, was shot dead at her Oklahoma home, allegedly by her estranged husband, Jeremiah "Shawn" Duffey, less than two weeks after she posted a viral TikTok accusing him of being a pedophile. Authorities believe Duffey later died by suicide. The Times of India · Jul 26
Suicide bomber kills 15 at security checkpoint in northwest Pakistan Pakistan has witnessed a surge in militant attacks targeting security forces in recent years, with authorities blaming the TTP and allied groups for much of the violence. Euronews · Jul 24
Millions Are Turning to AI Chatbots for Mental Health Support. Psychiatrists Warn It Is Not Safe Yet. Millions use AI chatbots for mental health support as wait times reach months. Psychiatrists and new research warn the tools are not safe for crises. Here is what patients need to know. Medical Daily · Jul 24
Pakistan: At least 15 killed in suicide attack on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa security check post At least 15 people, including 14 security personnel, were killed after terrorists attacked a joint police check post in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday, the military said. The Times of India · Jul 24
Saudi Prince Abdullah's death mystery solved: Alcohol, Cannabis, Xanax and multiple drugs found in his system; suicide ruled out Saudi Prince death mystery solved: A London inquest has ruled that Prince Abdullah bin Fahad Al Saud, 29, died of cardiac arrest caused by a fatal combination of alcohol, GHB, cannabis, and anti-anxiety medications at the London Marriott Hotel Kensington in November 2025. The coroner recorded a verdict of death… The Economic Times · Jul 24
The Hidden Cost of Mental Health Stigma: Tracee Ellis Ross Calls Attention to a Common Struggle Tracee Ellis Ross' Every Brilliant Thing confronts depression and suicide through powerful storytelling, reminding audiences why compassion and support matter. Medical Daily · Jul 24
What Happened to the Saudi Prince Found Dead in a London Hotel? Inquest Reveals New Details An inquest revealed that Saudi Prince Abdullah died from cardiac arrest after consuming alcohol and drugs. The coroner ruled the death as misadventure, with no evidence of suicide intent. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
Parliament Monsoon Session: KC Venugopal moves adjournment motion in Lok Sabha over paper leaks, Jantar Mantar police action Congress MP KC Venugopal submitted an Adjournment Motion notice in the Lok Sabha. He demanded a debate on the examination system crisis and police action against students. The notice cited numerous paper leaks and student suicides after losing hope. It also highlighted police brutality against protesting students and youth. Venugopal… The Economic Times · Jul 23
Minnesota's 988 Crisis Line Answered 83,000 Contacts in the First Half of 2026, More Than Triple Its First Six Months Minnesota's 988 Lifeline hit 370,000 total contacts in four years, with 83,000 in just the first half of 2026. Here's what the surge in crisis calls means and how to access 988. Medical Daily · Jul 22
France bans social media access for children under 15; becomes 1st European country to bar kids from apps such as TikTok France has banned children under fifteen from using social media platforms. This new legislation also prohibits mobile phones within French high schools. The government aims to protect young minds from harmful digital content and its effects. Several families have pursued legal action against TikTok over teen suicides. Other European nations… The Economic Times · Jul 22
ChatGPT Allegedly Told Woman She Had to Die: Family Sues OpenAI Over Messages Before Suicide A lawsuit accuses ChatGPT of wrongful death, claiming it contributed to a woman's suicide by reinforcing delusional beliefs. The case raises concerns about AI chatbot safety and mental health responsibilities. International Business Times UK · Jul 21
The Conversation · Jul 20 Mental health programs alone won’t fix psychological injury among public safety workers A recent Ontario Coroner’s Review documented 34 deaths by suicide among correctional workers over the past 15 years, with 17 of those deaths occurring since 2020.
Evening Standard · Jul 20 Ofcom ‘unable to take further legal action against suicide forum’ The operator of the suicide forum was fined £950,000 in May for failing to comply with duties under the Online Safety Act.
Newslaundry · Jul 20 ‘This is about the future’: At Parliament march, students who came without fear They came from several states – students, some still in school, who had skipped classes or slipped away without telling their parents to be at Jantar Mantar on July 20. Many were teenagers. Some had lost a year to NEET preparation, some had watched siblings fall into depression after the…
Cycling Weekly · Jul 19 ‘Beat The Final Whistle’ – cyclist completes his mission to ride from Mexico City to New York in time for the FIFA World Cup final Joe Dick has cycled 5000km across North America in 39 days, raising money for a suicide prevention program
International Business Times UK · Jul 18 Melissa Casias Is Dead: Missing Nuclear Worker's Phones Were 'Wiped Clean' Before She Was Found Dead Nearly a year after Los Alamos worker Melissa Casias vanished, her phones were wiped, evidence was missed in the forest where she was found, and officials still cannot say if she was killed or died by suicide.
International Business Times UK · Jul 17 Meta AI Will Break Teen Chat Privacy to Alert Parents Over Suicide and Self-Harm Fears Meta has launched AI-driven alerts to notify parents and emergency services about teen mental health crises, enhancing digital safety amid regulatory pressures. The system aims to better protect vulnerable users.
BANG Premier · Jul 17 Josh Grisetti's family set up fundraising campaign after his suicide Cause of Josh Grisetti's death has been confirmed as a gunshot wound, and his family are now hoping they can raise some capital to help make life a little easier for his wife Mackenzie and her family.
Medical Daily · Jul 16 Eminem's Ex-Wife Kim Scott Hospitalized After Reported Suicide Attempt, Highlighting the Complexity of Mental Health Crises Kim Scott, Eminem's ex-wife, was reportedly hospitalized following an apparent mental health crisis. The incident has renewed attention to the complexity of suicide risk, mental health emergencies, and the importance of timely support and treatment.
The Independent UK · Jul 16 Instagram to send messages to parents if their children are having distressing conversations with its AI ‘We understand how distressing these alerts may be for a parent to receive,’ parent company Meta says
The Guardian - UK · Jul 16 TikTok facing UK investigation amid fears over age checks and harm to children Ofcom concerned TikTok’s age verification is ineffective, leaving some exposed to posts on suicide, self-harm and pornography
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Twin attacks by militants kill 3 police officers, wound 20 in restive northwest Pakistan Officials say a suicide bomber and a group of militants have attacked a police station and a security convoy hour apart in restive northwest Pakistan, killing at least three police officers and wounding 20 others