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The Latest Breaking News from Suicide

'It ruled my life': Mental health advocate shares journey

Having people at the table who have been there is important for suicide prevention strategies.

Newcastle Herald

California man who lost his legs to Amtrak train denies claim he was attempting suicide

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Amtrak amputation lawsuit playing out in Sacramento federal court devolved into a duel of witnesses Wednesday, with one woman claiming Joe Nevis told her he was trying to kill himself when he lay down on the railroad tracks six years ago and Nevis and his sister…

Tribune News Service

Surprise witness: Man who lost legs while lying on California train tracks was trying suicide

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A last-minute witness jolted the trial of a man suing Amtrak and a Marysville hospital after his legs were cut off by a passing train as he lay on the tracks early on Christmas Eve 2016.

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Work is ongoing to tackle West Dunbartonshire’s high suicide rate says health chiefs

Officers have outlined a range of initiatives in response to calls for more to be done after the region recorded its highest number of suicide deaths in a decade.

Daily Record

Uttar Pradesh: Couple commits suicide in Maharajganj

MAHARAJGANJ(UP): A couple allegedly committed suicide in in Bargdwa area here on Wednesday, police said. The bodies of Suneel Chauhan (24) and his wife Manisha Chauhan (22) were found hanging in their room in the morning, Superintendent of Police Kaustubh said.

The Times of India

These suicide hotline operators struggle with surge of calls

Editor’s note: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, resources are available to help. Please see the information below.

Tribune News Service

Indigenous veteran Paul Walker tells royal commission into defence suicide his time in the army 'tore him apart'

A "confident young fella" had his life torn apart when he joined the army in 1996. More than two decades on, the Indigenous veteran says he's still picking up the pieces.

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French citizen’s convention to consider allowing assisted suicide, euthanasia

In a step towards modifying end-of-life laws, the French government is convening a citizen’s convention of 150 randomly chosen people to debate the subject and suggest possible legislative changes.

Radio France Internationale

James Gunn and Peter Safran named to lead DC Studios for Warner Bros.

LOS ANGELES — Warner Bros. Discovery has found its leaders for the DC film and television universe.

Los Angeles Times

Director James Gunn, Peter Safran to co-lead DC Studios

James Gunn, the writer-director who revived “The Suicide Squad” and made the “Guardians of the Galaxy” household names for Marvel, will soon be responsible for the future of Batman, Superman and the entire DC Universe for Warner Bros

The Independent UK

JFK's Cuban missile crisis speech became iconic. But it could have been 'humanity's suicide note'

Author and former speechwriter Jeff Nussbaum unearthed the speeches that were not delivered at turning points in history.

ABC News

Greater Manchester borough marred by tragedy as over 100 people die by suicide in last three years

Wigan's suicide rate is higher than the national average

Manchester Evening News

Family's scramble to save 'broken' soldier

After receiving a suicide note from their soldier son, John and Robyn Halloran waited hours for confirmation of his death from the army.

AAP

Warning as student takes her own life with 'suicide drug' ordered from Amazon

Ten previous warnings have been issued by from coroners as it has been linked to at least 40 deaths in four years.

Wales Online

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The Guardian - US

After a UPS worker’s suicide, employees disclose ‘tragic’ conditions at largest facility

Revealed: UPS workers tell the Guardian that intense quota pressures, injuries, an unclean and unsafe environment and understaffing take a heavy toll

Asharq Al-Awsat

Militants Attack Hotel in Somali Port City of Kismayo

Gunmen stormed a hotel in the center of the Somali port city of Kismayo on Sunday, shortly after an explosives-packed car exploded at the hotel's gates, police said. Officials said gunmen were still inside the Tawakal Hotel and security forces were on the scene. The extremist group al-Shabab claimed responsibility…

The Canberra Times

'No more': The fight to improve the ACT's mental health system

Ravi Madan died by suicide at 23 and his parents are now fighting for changes to the system.

Liverpool Echo

Mum's message after daughter with 'heart of gold' dies, aged 26

"I don't want anyone to go through the pain that myself and my family have gone through. The pain will never go away."

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The Guardian - AU

The unauthorised Anthony Bourdain biography is not just unnecessary – it’s irresponsible

For fans of the food giant, Down and Out in Paradise is an ill-informed and reckless attempt to get to the bottom of a tragedy that can never be explained

Chronicle Live

Northumberland man speaks out about suicide stigma and searches for the good Samaritans who helped save his life

Peter Wise has spoken out about his own mental health struggles, and wants to say a very special thank you

Glasgow Live

Concern grows for West Dunbartonshire residents struggling with mental health

Two train stations have been identified as "areas of concern" as warnings came that the ongoing impact of the pandedmic and the cost of living crisis would have a serious impact on mental health.

ABC News

Indigenous veteran Professor Brad Murphy tells Defence Suicide Royal Commission mental health stigma remains a barrier

An Indigenous Navy veteran says a sense of "weakness" remains a barrier stopping veterans from seeking mental health support.

Manchester Evening News

Three brave dads who inspired the nation after losing their daughters to suicide land Pride of Britain awards

Andy Airey, 61, from Cumbria, Mike Palmer, 57, from Sale, and Tim Owen, 52, from Norfolk, helped raised more than £1m

The Conversation

AI could help predict suicides – but rushing the technology could lead to big mistakes

In the UK, a quarter of people who take their own lives were in contact with a health professional the previous week, and most have spoken to someone within the last month. Yet assessing patient suicide risk remains extremely difficult.

The Independent UK

Military suicides drop as leaders push new programs

A new report and Pentagon data show that suicides across the active duty U.S. military decreased over the past 18 months, driven by sharp drops in the Air Force and Marine Corps last year and a similar decline among Army soldiers during the first six months of this year

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