The former child star opens up to Marlow Stern about his ambitious new roles, why he felt he had “virtually no agency” in his youth, and how he fell in love with Heathenism.

At least one of the victims said he was afraid to report the alleged abuse because of the optics of a young drug addict making allegations against a respected priest.

The White House is said to be keen to make a deal with Purdue Pharma, the Sackler family vehicle that makes OxyContin. But critics say the family shouldn’t be let off the hook.

“This disease is not the result of a moral failing, poor judgment, or weakness—it is a chronic condition that requires lifelong maintenance,” Dr. Lawrence Weinstein said.

Authorities nationwide are reporting an uptick in fatal opioid overdoses during social distancing.

A new book looks at the opioid crisis by telling the story of one tiny town whose tragic fate typifies a national crisis.

“If you only have $5 and want to stay high, it’s the best bang for your buck.”