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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
12 hours ago

New York inches closer to legal-suicide madness - Gov, you gotta stop it!

The New York Assembly passed a controversial bill legalizing assisted suicide for terminally ill adults, raising ethical concerns.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

NY state Assembly passes controversial assisted suicide bill after 5 hours of emotional debate

New York legislators are moving towards legalizing assisted suicide for terminally ill individuals with the passing of the "Medical Aid in Dying Act."
fromFox News
7 months ago
New York City

Former doctor accused of assisting NY woman's suicide pleads guilty to manslaughter

A former doctor pleaded guilty to manslaughter after allegedly helping a woman commit suicide, receiving five years probation as part of his plea agreement.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
12 hours ago

New York inches closer to legal-suicide madness - Gov, you gotta stop it!

The New York Assembly passed a controversial bill legalizing assisted suicide for terminally ill adults, raising ethical concerns.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

NY state Assembly passes controversial assisted suicide bill after 5 hours of emotional debate

New York legislators are moving towards legalizing assisted suicide for terminally ill individuals with the passing of the "Medical Aid in Dying Act."
fromFox News
7 months ago
New York City

Former doctor accused of assisting NY woman's suicide pleads guilty to manslaughter

A former doctor pleaded guilty to manslaughter after allegedly helping a woman commit suicide, receiving five years probation as part of his plea agreement.
more#new-york
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 days ago
Mental health

Even in California, access to death-with-dignity drugs can be refused

The author reflects on the painful experience of witnessing a loved one die without dignity and underscores the importance of death with dignity laws.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

LeapFrog founder Mike Wood dies by assisted suicide amid Alzheimer's battle: report

Mike Wood, founder of LeapFrog, chose physician-assisted suicide after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's to prevent future suffering.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | NY lawmakers back controversial assisted suicide bill as state wrangles with Hochul over budget

New York lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal to legalize assisted suicide for terminally ill patients.
#mental-health
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Opinion | There's a Lesson to Learn From Daniel Kahneman's Death

Professor Daniel Kahneman chose to end his life through assisted suicide, believing it aligned with his view on the dignities of life's final years.
fromNew York Post
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Grisly suicide-pod tale blows up lies of 'dignity' in assisted suicide

The first use of the Sarco pod raises critical ethical questions about assisted dying, mental health, and the potential exploitation of vulnerable individuals.
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Writing

I'm Ending My Life Today. Here's What I Want You To Know Before I Go.

The author shares their deeply personal struggle with multiple chronic illnesses, culminating in their decision to seek assisted suicide for relief.
Mental health
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Opinion | There's a Lesson to Learn From Daniel Kahneman's Death

Professor Daniel Kahneman chose to end his life through assisted suicide, believing it aligned with his view on the dignities of life's final years.
Privacy professionals
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Grisly suicide-pod tale blows up lies of 'dignity' in assisted suicide

The first use of the Sarco pod raises critical ethical questions about assisted dying, mental health, and the potential exploitation of vulnerable individuals.
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Writing

I'm Ending My Life Today. Here's What I Want You To Know Before I Go.

The author shares their deeply personal struggle with multiple chronic illnesses, culminating in their decision to seek assisted suicide for relief.
more#mental-health
Relationships
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Truelove' Explores Truth, Love and Endings

Truelove examines the complexities of friendship and mortality through the lens of assisted suicide.
The series transitions from a drama about life and death to a murder mystery, changing its tone.
#legislation
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago
Right-wing politics

Is 2025 the Year of Assisted Suicide?

Most Americans view assisted suicide as a distant issue, but momentum grows in some states for legalization.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Diane Abbott raises fears GPs will find it cheaper to promote assisted dying

Diane Abbott warns assisted suicide may become cheaper than hospice care, risking vulnerable patients' choices.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Medicine

Mushrooming health subsidies are creating sick incentives for government to push suicide

The new UK law on assisted suicide raises significant ethical concerns, echoing similar trends in the USA.
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago
Right-wing politics

Is 2025 the Year of Assisted Suicide?

Most Americans view assisted suicide as a distant issue, but momentum grows in some states for legalization.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Diane Abbott raises fears GPs will find it cheaper to promote assisted dying

Diane Abbott warns assisted suicide may become cheaper than hospice care, risking vulnerable patients' choices.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Medicine

Mushrooming health subsidies are creating sick incentives for government to push suicide

The new UK law on assisted suicide raises significant ethical concerns, echoing similar trends in the USA.
more#legislation
#suicide-capsule
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
4 months ago

A new self-operating death pod promises a peaceful assisted suicide. But the first to die testing it came out with mysterious 'strangulation marks'

The suspect in the controversial assisted suicide case in Switzerland was released, but still faces suspicion of incitement and aiding suicide.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Swiss police make arrests over suspected death in suicide capsule'

A criminal investigation is underway in Switzerland regarding the use of the Sarco suicide capsule, which raises ethical and legal questions about assisted suicide.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Several people are detained in Switzerland in connection with suspected death in a 'suicide capsule'

Authorities are investigating the use of the Sarco suicide capsule in assisted suicides in Switzerland.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
4 months ago

A new self-operating death pod promises a peaceful assisted suicide. But the first to die testing it came out with mysterious 'strangulation marks'

The suspect in the controversial assisted suicide case in Switzerland was released, but still faces suspicion of incitement and aiding suicide.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Swiss police make arrests over suspected death in suicide capsule'

A criminal investigation is underway in Switzerland regarding the use of the Sarco suicide capsule, which raises ethical and legal questions about assisted suicide.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Several people are detained in Switzerland in connection with suspected death in a 'suicide capsule'

Authorities are investigating the use of the Sarco suicide capsule in assisted suicides in Switzerland.
more#suicide-capsule
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

How are are cabinet ministers likely to vote on assisted dying?

The upcoming Commons vote on assisted suicide highlights diverging opinions among cabinet members, revealing deeper societal and ethical concerns about the practice.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Ed Davey reveals moving personal reason he opposes assisted dying

The article highlights the importance of quality journalism and the personal reflections of Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey on assisted dying.
#euthanasia
New York City
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Ex-doctor pleads guilty to helping woman's assisted suicide at NY motel

An 85-year-old doctor pleaded guilty to manslaughter for assisting a woman with suicidal intentions, raising important ethical and legal questions about assisted suicide.
OMG science
fromMail Online
7 months ago

Philip Nitschke's most gruesome inventions as his suicide pod is used

The Sarco suicide pod has been used for the first time, prompting debate over assisted suicide.
Dr. Philip Nitschke claims the device offers a humane way to end life, while critics say it glamorizes suicide.
New York City
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Ex-doctor pleads guilty to helping woman's assisted suicide at NY motel

An 85-year-old doctor pleaded guilty to manslaughter for assisting a woman with suicidal intentions, raising important ethical and legal questions about assisted suicide.
OMG science
fromMail Online
7 months ago

Philip Nitschke's most gruesome inventions as his suicide pod is used

The Sarco suicide pod has been used for the first time, prompting debate over assisted suicide.
Dr. Philip Nitschke claims the device offers a humane way to end life, while critics say it glamorizes suicide.
more#euthanasia
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Switzerland: Police investigate 1st use of 'suicide capsule' DW 09/24/2024

The Sarco capsule's first use in assisted suicide has raised legal and ethical questions following an investigation by Swiss police.
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