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Body of missing Netflix engineer Yohanes Kidane found in San Francisco Bay

His death was determined to be a suicide, the coroner wrote

The Independent UK

Suicide prevention campaign at NIMHANS

NIMHANS and Atta Galatta join forces to host a campaign for Suicide Prevention, with the theme “Creating Hope Through Action”, to break the silence and build support for those affected. The core objective is to eliminate stigma and create an environment where individuals can seek help without fear or judgment.…

The Hindu

Fast access to hormone therapy in transgender adults ‘lifesaving’, study finds

Exclusive: Access to immediate testosterone therapy significantly reduces gender dysphoria, depression and thoughts of suicide, research finds

The Guardian - AU

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Former Sri Lankan president denies that suicide bombings were staged to enable his election

Former Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has denied allegations in a British television program that Islamic State-inspired extremists were used to carry out suicide bomb attacks in 2019 to create insecurity in the country and help him win election later that year

The Independent UK

Ozempic, weight-loss ‘wonder drug’, under scrutiny amid suicide risk claims

Ozempic has not shown increased risk of suicidal ideation in trials, but some users say it harmed their mental health.

Al Jazeera

Two college girl students found dead in Nalgonda

Two B.Sc. students, Shivani and Manisha, in Nalgonda district died by suicide after consuming pesticide. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident. Parents are unaware of any motive. Suicide intervention centre Roshni in Hyderabad provides emotional support (8142020033/44).

The Hindu

More than half of Australian families report higher than normal distress due to cost of living

Survey findings described as a ‘warning sign’ of the risk of distress being felt in households converting into suicide rates

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Sugar Minister comes under attack from BJP for his remarks on farmers’ suicides

Slamming the Congress government for delaying declaring drought in the State, BJP leaders on Wednesday took exception to the statement of Sugar Minister Shivanand Patil, who has said farmer suicides increased after compensation amount was hiked for such deaths.

The Hindu

Journalist found dead in garden in Kalaburagi

K.N. Reddy, senior journalist, ends life in Kalaburagi garden. Prima facie, a case of suicide. Passionate about green cover, planted thousands of saplings. Authored biographies of J.H. Patel & Mallikarjun Kharge. Opened school in Raichur, but closed due to COVID-19.

The Hindu

Storing guns away from home could reduce suicides, but there are legal hurdles

New ideas like "safe storage maps" show gun owners where to put their firearms in safekeeping if a mental health crisis happens. The idea has support, but obstacles are in the way in some states.

WEKU

Slight increase in Scotland’s suicide rates in 2022, figures show

Scotland’s suicide rates for 2022 saw a small increase to 762 probable deaths, figures published by National Records of Scotland (NRS) revealed.

The National (Scotland)

Community steps crucial to keep suicide at bay

On Friday, Lifeline will hold its Out of The Shadows Walk from Dixon Park to Merewether baths.

Newcastle Herald

Man stabs mother, wife, daughter

Man in Palakkada attempted suicide after stabbing wife, mother & daughter. All admitted to hospital, two in serious condition. Sajeev, 35, suffering mental illness. Help available on State's helpline 104, Maithri's 0484-2540530, Thanal's 0495-2760000 & DISHA's 1056.

The Hindu

South Korean teachers stage walkout over harassment by parents and students

Thousands of staff attend rally in Seoul demanding better protection amid spate of teacher suicides

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The Times of India

Suicide deaths in the US reached a record high in 2022, as per CDC

Suicide deaths in the United States reached a record high of 49,000 in 2022, according to provisional data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on August 10. This was a 2.6% increase over the previous year. More than half of all United States suicide in 2022…

Texas Observer

‘Heartbreaking’: Anti-Trans Healthcare Law Takes Effect in Texas

Despite ACLU win in lower court, an appeal by the state means transgender kids and their families will feel the devastating effects of the ban.

The Hindu

IIT-Delhi student dies by suicide, second case in two months

A 21-year-old student of B.Tech final year at the Indian Institute of Technology-Delhi died by suicide, the second incident of suicide on the campus in last two months

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh man gets 11 years in jail in dowry case

Vizianagaram 1st Additional Sessions Court judge sentenced a man to 11 years in jail and fined him ₹5,000 for dowry harassment leading to his wife's suicide. Complaint from mother V. Lakshmi led to investigation and evidence of harassment.

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Shiv Sena (UBT) ex-corporator Sudhir More dies by suicide, body found on rail tracks in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former corporator Sudhir Sayaji More allegedly ended his life by jumping in front of a moving suburban train near Ghatkopar station in Mumbai, a police official said on Friday.

The Hindu

Akhilesh meets family of bus conductor who died after terminated from job in namaz episode

“Forced to commit suicide due to the shock of termination from UP Transport Corporation,” wrote Mr. Akhilesh Yadav on X.

The Hindu

Engineering student ends life in college hostel

21-yr-old engineering student Giri Pranathi reportedly committed suicide in MLRIT hostel. Dundigal police booked a case under Section 174 of CrPC. Reason unknown. Roshini helpline: 8142020033/44, 040 66202000/2001.

The Texas Tribune

Q&A: How can Texans deal with extreme heat?

We know you’re tired of the heat at this point. Here’s how much longer you can expect it to last and reminders on how to stay safe and cool.

The Hindu

Suicide major cause of unnatural deaths among prisoners in India: SC committee tells apex court

SC-appointed committee finds suicide major cause of 817 unnatural deaths in jails across India between 2017-2021. UP recorded highest number of suicides (101). Committee recommends building suicide-resistant cells/barracks, identifying potential hanging/anchoring points, providing psychological first aid, implementing health insurance schemes, and setting up a robust grievance redressal mechanism. SC to…

The Guardian - UK

Before the Light Fades by Natasha Walter review – love and resistance

Searching for answers after her mother’s suicide, Walter rediscovers a radical family history

The Independent UK

Texas family of four found dead in apparent murder-suicide weeks after daughter drowned

Police discovered the bodies after conducting a welfare check at the house

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