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Coatbridge dad opens up on drink and drug addiction and 'decade of carnage'

Samuel Buchanan's life spiralled out of control after he became hooked on drink and drugs, but now helps those recovering from addiction through his boxing club.

Glasgow Live

Rethink how we tackle gambling

Addiction to gambling -- a quiet, subtle affliction -- has long been a festering issue in Thailand. In pursuit of a quick fortune, many end up trapped in the vicious grip of gambling. Despite strict laws, gambling remains a rampant problem affecting multiple facets of society.

Bangkok Post

'I'm a former gambling addict and would spend my monthly wage in just 48 hours'

By the time he placed his final bet, Adam Wood had taken out 15 or 16 loans, maxed out two credit cards, and had an overdrawn bank account

Daily Mirror

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Vaping leaves man 'looking death in face' needing agonising op to remove portion of lung

Jonathan Belcher, from Covington, Virginia, US, said he started vaping at 17 and developed an addiction so severe he was smoking the equivalent of '20 cigarettes a day'

Daily Mirror

Fans praise presenter Emma Willis for ‘standing by’ husband Matt

The Busted star has opened up about almost 20 years of addiction in a new BBC One documentary

The Independent UK

Tina: the Tina Turner musical review – Ruva Ngwenya is a revelation in a muddled show

Racism, family violence, addiction and attempted suicide is a lot for a sparkly jukebox musical – and this is a little clunky. But its star is transcendent

The Guardian - AU

Gambling habit 'factor' in serial murders

A serious gambling addiction could have been a factor that pushed Sararat "Aem" Rangsiwuthaporn to murder 14 people using cyanide, the police said after investigating the suspect's money trail.

Bangkok Post

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'Opioid zombie' dad from 'overdose capital of US' transforms after getting clean

Hunter Michael Shepard, 28, from West Virginia, US, was admitted to rehab five times but it was when he entered a "scary" zombie-like state his life changed forever

Daily Mirror

Jimmy White and Livingston boss help support Accies anti-addiction campaign

The snooker legend and Lions gaffer David Martindale showed support for the scheme as they spoke about their history.

Daily Record

Matt Willis Fighting Addiction viewers brand documentary ‘the most powerful thing they’ve watched in years’

Matt Willis’ emotional documentary on his battles with addiction has been praised by viewers as after it aired on Wednesday night.

Evening Standard

When you love someone dearly, fighting addiction tears you apart

I couldn't stop destroying myself and those around me, just like Busted’s Matt. It's a living hell that I’m lucky to have escaped, says Charlotte Cripps

The Independent UK

Viewers praise Emma Willis for ‘standing by’ husband Matt while fighting addiction

The Busted star has opened up about almost 20 years of addiction in a new BBC One documentary

The Independent UK

Fans praise Emma Willis as husband opens up on 'exhausting' addiction struggles

It left wife Emma with 'emotional scars'

Nottingham Post

Matt and Emma Willis breakdown after visit to Kirkintilloch addiction support group

The Busted star and his TV presenter wife visited addiction support group Scottish Families, which is based in Kirkintilloch, to explore how addiction impacts loved ones.

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Manchester Evening News

Matt Willis leaves fans in tears with 'brave' documentary as wife Emma supported over lengthy message

The Busted singer opened up about his struggles with addiction over the years as his wife Emma breaks down in tears

Daily Mirror

Emma Willis breaks down as she recalls the height of Matt Willis' addiction

Matt Willis: Fighting Addiction aired on BBC One on Wednesday night as the Busted star opened up about his past problems and looked for answers as to why he became an addict for both booze and drugs

Daily Record

Matt and Emma Willis break down in taxi after visiting Scots addiction support group

The presenter broke down in tears as they visited leading addiction charity Scottish Families in Kirkintilloch as she aired her fears for the couple's kids.

Wales Online

Fighting Addiction: Viewers praise 'wonderful' Emma Willis for supporting husband Matt Willis in new BBC documentary

Matt and Emma got married in 2008 and have three children together

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The Guardian - UK

Matt Willis: Fighting Addiction review – the Busted bassist is frequently in tears

This heartbreaking documentary looks at a decades-long battle with drugs and alcohol that’s torn the musician’s family apart. It’s a moving look at how it’s affected not just him, but his wife too

Manchester Evening News

Matt and Emma Willis relationship history, what couple have said about tough times and unseen children

It comes as Busted star Matt opens up about his addiction in his BBC One documentary featuring his TV star wife

Daily Mirror

Matt and Emma Willis' enduring romance - addiction battle, Scientology and vow renewal

Busted singer Matt Willis and Cooking with the Stars host Emma Willis started dating back in 2005 and have been together ever since, battling through ups and downs over the years only to come out stronger on the other side

Daily Record

Jimmy White and David Martindale show support at Accies anti-addiction day

The snooker legend and the Livingston manager showed support for the scheme as they spoke about their history with substances.

The Independent UK

Matt Willis says Emma Willis neglected herself because she was focused on him

Busted star struggled with addiction for years before getting sober over half a decade ago

The Independent UK

Matt and Emma Willis: A timeline of their relationship

The couple will star in a new BBC One documentary about the singer’s addiction to alcohol and drugs

Manchester Evening News

Matt Willis says Emma 'saw something in him' after she was told to leave him amid addiction

It comes as the Busted singer will be seen on BBC One in his own film about his personal battle

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