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Sylvia Plath’s life should fascinate us far more than her death

State of the Arts: How do we fix the way we think about Sylvia Plath? Ninety years since her birth, Jessie Thompson asks if we need to challenge ourselves as the bold poet herself did with her work

The Independent UK

Death row inmate cuts off his own penis after being denied suicide watch

Henry Hodges mutilated himself after a prison official allegedly denied his request to be put on suicide watch

The Independent UK

PTSD treatments could reduce cop suicides, help first responders, City Council member says

Ald. Anthony Napolitano wants three committees to hold a joint hearing to discuss at least two costly treatments for suicide prevention and treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — treatments not now covered by city insurance.

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Attorney: Death row inmate on suicide watch severed penis

An attorney for Tennessee death row inmate Henry Hodges says he cut off his own penis in a prison cell after slitting his wrists and asking to be put on suicide watch

The Independent UK

Beverly Hills real estate mogul sentenced in college admissions scandal dies by suicide

LOS ANGELES — Robert Flaxman, a Beverly Hills real estate developer who pleaded guilty in 2019 to conspiring with William "Rick" Singer, the mastermind behind the "Varsity Blues" college admissions scandal, died by suicide last week at his Malibu home.

Los Angeles Times

Brother of Scots woman who died in prison says authorities 'continue to let down sister'

The families of young Scots who died by suicide in jail have argued that the Scottish Prison Service has not been held accountable over their deaths.

Daily Record

Man attempted suicide after sexual abuse allegations surfaced on Facebook

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) identified 'organisational learning' in relation to Avon and Somerset Police

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The moment heroic dads who inspired nation after losing daughters receive Pride of Britain award

After enduring the most heartbreaking loss imaginable, Andy Airey, 61, from Cumbria; Mike Palmer, 57, from Sale; and Tim Owen, 52, from Norfolk, forged a close bond

Manchester Evening News

Millionaire real estate mogul charged in college admissions scandal dies by suicide

Robert Flaxman, 66, was found dead in his Malibu home by police

The Independent UK

'We sit for hours with students who want to end their lives': The toll university mental health crisis takes on staff

University staff say they need specialist training to deal with students in crisis as number declaring mental health conditions triples

Wales Online

Open Arms counselling service acknowledges key policy documents are out of date, defence suicide royal commission hears

The government-run Open Arms counselling service helps more than 40,000 people, but the royal commission into defence suicide has heard many of its key governance policies are not up to date.

ABC News

'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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Daily Record

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.

The Times of India

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.

Tribune News Service

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.

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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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Radio France Internationale

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.

Los Angeles Times

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.

The Independent UK

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

ABC News

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.

Manchester Evening 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

AAP

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.

Wales Online

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.

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