The truth is that the realm of the spirit is much more real than the world we experience with our senses. Every thought that enters our mind, every word spoken, every action taken, every consequence we experience all begins in the spirit. Our spirit is affected by the other spirit beings that surround us. If you belong to GOD, your life is protected and guided by the Holy Spirit and protected by God’s “Angels”. Angels are messengers from GOD. That is the definition of the word “ANGEL”
God tells us in His Word that we are dealing with spiritual entities constantly. They are vying for your soul. Just like the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but MIGHTY through GOD for the pulling down of strongholds; the weapons of the dark side/the dark prince are also spiritual. You cannot recognize them with your 5 senses; taste, touch; smell, sight and hearing. The devil uses frequencies, light, fear, deception, the evil spirits speak to your soul and mind tricking you into believing your thoughts, desires and inclinations come from yourself or from GOD. The spirit inside you responds to spiritual influences. Which spiritual influences you respond to is determined by the choices that you make. If you have accepted the gift of salvation, redemption and restoration through the blood of Jesus Christ, than you have been given the power to overcome the spiritual influences that come from the dark side. Anyone who is not covered by the blood of Jesus, does not have the ability to discern the spirits or to overcome the evil ones. They are totally subject to the whims and demands of the sprits of Darkness.
This world is RULED by the Darkside. Darkness is growing darker every day as people turn away from GOD and turn to the dark spirits.
Our Governments, our “Charities”, our Medical Industry, our Corporations, our Media, our Entertainment Industry, our EDUCATIONAL System, our Court system, our Military, our Police, our Religious Institutions, are all ruled by demonic forces. Those in positions of authority in all of our institutions are working for the Devil. Naturally, there are exceptions, individuals who are somehow working within any or all of those organizations, but they are in the minority and not really able to have lasting or powerful effects withing those systems.
I said all that so that you have the proper perspective as you view the following information. I have to say that at this point I do not have a really clear picture of spiritual depth and significance of all this IMAGERY around WINTER, ICE, HAIL, and SNOW. But, I know that God is showing us that this is a major topic to be watched, studied and revealed. God always presents things to us in doses and in His time.
If you have not viewed my post on the WINTER OLYMPICS 2026 Opening…please view it all. Especially the videos about the spiritual side of ICE from a pagan view.
Today, my intention with this post is to help you to recognize how they are using mind control tactics on the masses in relation to ICE. They have their reasons why they want this topic in your face and before your eyes. They do not do anything without a purpose and intention behind it.
It is not by accident that during this time when Immigration is rampant all across the World that the agency they have established to address Immigration is called ICE. All these protests, riots, and violent outbursts in our streets accidental, spontaneous, or organic. They are organized, financed, and manned by wealthy financiers and terroristic community organizers who have been well trained and training others.
Former Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tom Homan reveals that there are OVER 500k unaccompanied minors that have crossed over our southern border. They are then released to “sponsors” and often sold into indentured servitude or the s*x trade. Remember, under Kamala Harris there are over 320,000 of those children that they have LOST. Our government is the largest human trafficking organization in the world.
During the first 100 days of this administration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has focused on the “worst first,” removing the most dangerous criminal aliens from our communities to protect our families, friends and neighbors.
Since Jan. 20, ICE has arrested 66,463 illegal aliens. Of those, 2,288 were gang members from Tren de Aragua, MS-13, 18th Street and other gangs. ICE officers and special agents have made 1,276 worksite enforcement arrests and proposed nearly $1 million in fines for businesses that hire illegal workers.
In one of ICE’s most groundbreaking successes of the first 100 days, officials have removed 65,682 criminal aliens to promote public safety and national security all over the country.
President Trump has deported over 600,000 illegal immigrants 2025
Dec 22, 2025 · The Trump administration has removed over 600,000 people without legal status from the U.S. through deportation this year, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
President Trump has deported over 600,000 illegal immigrants. Boy those self-serving ego maniac, politicians, Corporate Heads, Ruling Elites, Phony Philanthropists and Billionaires who organized and financed the millions of illegals pouring through our border since the Bush Administration are really angry. They spent fortunes plus the time and effort to bring all of the illegas, provide their fake identification and arrange for travel, supplies and accommodation as well as support once inside the US. They have not given up their efforts. They are currently running inteference, damage control and media bias and propaganda to support immigration and stir up anger against those who are working to clean up our country, seal up our border and protect the US Public from terrorists, criminals and foreigners looking to undermine our government and destroy our nation from the inside.
If you don’t understand what is really happening to our nation, I feel sorry for you. You can never say you were not warned. Soon it will be too late to do anything about it.
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Winter sports take us to the heights of the mountains. Mountains are spiritual strongholds and places of worship. Demons love their High Places. Remember also that sports originated as worship to the Ancients, including Greece and Rome and many others. These events included much bloodshed and often ended with the losers being sacrificed. You should know that the root of a thing is the only thing that matters. Everything else is a cover up, a deception and a lie!
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The first Winter Olympics officially began on January 25, 1924, in Chamonix, France.
Always remember that the Mountains are considered “Sacred” “High Places” where the spirits reside. People worshiped their gods and goddesses in the Mountains or at a Mountain Top. The OLYMPICS are WORSHIP. THEY ARE SPIRITUAL/RELIGIOUS EVENTS not at all connected in any way with the One True and Living Creator GOD.
The ancient Greeks are often considered the inventors of sports, but the Greeks inherited some sports from earlier cultures of the Near East and Aegean.
Who is the Roman god of athletes?
Hermes plays the role of the psychopomp or “soul guide”—a conductor of souls into the afterlife. God of boundaries, roads, travelers, thieves, athletes, shepherds, commerce, speed, cunning, wit, politics, diplomacy, messaging, and humor.SPACER
Is there a Greek God of fitness?
Greek. Heracles Apotropaios, god of strength and athletes; he was trained in medicine and called on to avert plagues.
Who are the gods of sports in mythology?
There are several deities that oversee or pertain to certain aspects of the discipline:
Among other roles, Hermes was the god of sports and atheletes.What did it mean to worship Hermes as the god of sports? For ancient Greeks, it was a way to connect their physical pursuits with their mythological beliefs.By striving to be the best at wrestling or racing, athletes were not only honoring Hermes but also embodying the ideals he represented, like speed, agility, and strength.
Hercules is the god of strength and mythical founder of the Olympic Games.
In Greek mythology, Palaestra is the goddess of wrestling.She is associated with the god Hermes and is often depicted as a daughter of Hermespacer
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Who is the Greek goddess for sports?
In Greek mythology, the winged goddess Nike was a messenger of the gods and, more generally, the personification of victory. She was also closely associated with Zeus, god of the Olympic Games, and is often shown in flight, bearing a wreath or a victory ribbon, to crown victorious athletes.. Athletes who wanted to win worshipped her. Even today, she has some significance to athletes. Source
THE THEOI GYMNASTIKOI were the gods of the gymnasium, athletics and the Games. The first of these were Hermes, Heracles and the Dioscuri. Nike (Victory)and Agon (Contest) were minor daemones of the Games. Eros, as the god of comradeship, was also frequently worshipped in the gymnasia. Source
As we traverse through history, let’s pause and consider one of the earliest documented rivalries: the epic struggle between the Greeks and Trojans. Homer’s “The Iliad” presents a fascinating lens into how competition can breed hatred, vengeance, and, ultimately, destruction.
While many modern athletes celebrate rivalries as sources of inspiration, it’s vital to address the dark consequences. In ancient Rome, gladiatorial games served as a public spectacle that often blurred the lines of entertainment and barbarity.These events were not just bouts for glory but spectacles that perpetuated a narrative of dominance through bloodshed.
The Aztecs, who practiced a sport called Ullamaliztli, believed that physical competition was not just a means of entertainment but also a gateway to divine favor. source
My apologies for taking so long getting this out to you. I spent three entire days working on it. The time was well invested though, and I hope that everyone who views this post sees what I saw as I was putting it together. I realize that it is difficult for some folks to wrap … Click Here to Read More
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Well, what can I say. As much as they protest that TRUTHERS are making to much of their intentions…they remained true to them and proved us right. More of the same imagery and magick with a little bit of a twist to keep it interesting. These sickos aren’t fooling anyone with EYES TO SEE and … Click Here to Read More
WOW… I didn’t realize that this never got posted. That happens to me a lot. I will be working on multiple posts at one time, all really important…and then something major will happen an I have to change my focus… These days there is ALWAYS something major happening. SO, often I never get back to … Click Here to Read More
WELCOME BACK TO THE CITY OF LIGHT, FOR THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH 33rd Summer Olympic Games kick off in Paris My oh my, oh my. It just gets crazier and crazier. I could do so much more digging, but this post is already long enough. Don’t miss any of it. Stay to the end…you … Click Here to Read More
Yes, we this is a post about the 2024 Olympics that will begin on July 24. Before we get to that though, we are going look at some things that I would like you to keep in mind as we progress through the rest of the Post. There is a lot to cover on this … Click Here to Read More
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay Concept Movie Tags: Tokyo Olympics, Paralympics, Health Risks, Spirits, Japanese Culture, Venue, Set backs, Environment, COVID Impact, NWO Agenda Well, the Olympics are getting really close now. I apologize for not getting this out to you sooner. Here is my breakdown of the symbology and underlying purpose and message in … Click Here to Read More
Originally posted 09-04-2016, 06:47 AM Update: 2/27/2019 SOL INVICTUS The UnConquered Sun ______________________ SOL INVICTUS – A solar deity (also sun god or sun goddess) is a sky deity who represents the Sun, or an aspect of it, usually by its perceived power and strength. Solar deities and sun worship can be found throughout most of recorded history in various forms. The Sun is … Click Here to Read More
spacer Another HOT TOPIC of today is CLIMATE/ENVIRONMENT. Of course, WEATHER plays a huge role in that area. We have certainly seen a LOT OF SNOW, HAIL, ICE AND BLIZZARDS THIS YEAR!
WHEN IN MODERN HISTORY, DID WE FIRST HEAR ABOUT THE THREAT OF A NEW ICE AGE COMING? spacer
From the now notorious April 28, 1975 issue of Newsweek (pdf) [see whole article at link]: SPACER
The Cooling World
By Peter Gwynne
28 April 1975
There are ominous signs that the Earth’s weather patterns have begun to change dramatically and that these changes may portend a drastic decline in food production — with serious political implications for just about every nation on Earth. The drop in food output could begin quite soon, perhaps only 10 years from now. The regions destined to feel its impact are the great wheat-producing lands of Canada and the U.S.S.R. in the North, along with a number of marginally self-sufficient tropical areas — parts of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indochina and Indonesia — where the growing season is dependent upon the rains brought by the monsoon.
The evidence in support of these predictions has now begun to accumulate so massively that meteorologists are hard-pressed to keep up with it. In England, farmers have seen their growing season decline by about two weeks since 1950, with a resultant overall loss in grain production estimated at up to 100,000 tons annually.
During the same time, the average temperature around the equator has risen by a fraction of a degree — a fraction that in some areas can mean drought and desolation. Last April, in the most devastating outbreak of tornadoes ever recorded, 148 twisters killed more than 300 people and caused half a billion dollars’ worth of damage in 13 U.S. states.
To scientists, these seemingly disparate incidents represent the advance signs of fundamental changes in the world’s weather. Meteorologists disagree about the cause and extent of the trend, as well as over its specific impact on local weather conditions. But they are almost unanimous in the view that the trend will reduce agricultural productivity for the rest of the century. If the climatic change is as profound as some of the pessimists fear, the resulting famines could be catastrophic.
“A major climatic change would force economic and social adjustments on a worldwide scale,” warns a recent report by the National Academy of Sciences, “because the global patterns of food production and population that have evolved are implicitly dependent on the climate of the present century.”
The new ice age (An Impact book): Gilfond, Henry
A survey completed last year by Dr. Murray Mitchell of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reveals a drop of half a degree in average ground temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere between 1945 and 1968. According to George Kukla of Columbia University, satellite photos indicated a sudden, large increase in Northern Hemisphere snow cover in the winter of 1971-72. And a study released last month by two NOAA scientists notes that the amount of sunshine reaching the ground in the continental U.S. diminished by 1.3% between 1964 and 1972.
To the layman, the relatively small changes in temperature and sunshine can be highly misleading. Reid Bryson of the University of Wisconsin points out that the Earth’s average temperature during the great Ice Ages was only about seven degrees lower than during its warmest eras — and that the present decline has taken the planet about a sixth of the way toward the Ice Age average.
Others regard the cooling as a reversion to the “little ice age” conditions that brought bitter winters to much of Europe and northern America between 1600 and 1900 — years when the Thames used to freeze so solidly that Londoners roasted oxen on the ice and when iceboats sailed the Hudson River almost as far south as New York City.
Just what causes the onset of major and minor ice ages remains a mystery.“Our knowledge of the mechanisms of climatic change is at least as fragmentary as our data,” concedes the National Academy of Sciences report. “Not only are the basic scientific questions largely unanswered, but in many cases we do not yet know enough to pose the key questions.”
Meteorologists think that they can forecast the short-term results of the return to the norm of the last century. They begin by noting the slight drop in overall temperature that produces large numbers of pressure centers in the upper atmosphere. These break up the smooth flow of westerly winds over temperate areas. The stagnant air produced in this way causes an increase in extremes of local weather such as droughts, floods, extended dry spells, long freezes, delayed monsoons and even local temperature increases — all of which have a direct impact on food supplies.
“Need We Fear Another Ice Age?” book from the 1970s
“The world’s food-producing system,” warns Dr. James D. McQuigg of NOAA’s Center for Climatic and Environmental Assessment, “is much more sensitive to the weather variable than it was even five years ago.”
Furthermore, the growth of world population and creation of new national boundaries make it impossible for starving peoples to migrate from their devastated fields, as they did during past famines.
Climatologists are pessimistic that political leaders will take any positive action to compensate for the climatic change, or even to allay its effects.
They concede that some of the more spectacular solutions proposed, such as melting the Arctic ice cap by covering it with black soot or diverting arctic rivers, might create problems far greater than those they solve. But the scientists see few signs that government leaders anywhere are even prepared to take the simple measures of stockpiling food or of introducing the variables of climatic uncertainty into economic projections of future food supplies. The longer the planners delay, the more difficult will they find it to cope with climatic change once the results become grim reality.
Lest we forget just how wrong the climate experts can be.
It’s funny isn’t it?
Everyone complains about the weather, but only liberals try to legislate it.
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If you thought the Northwest Passage has never been ice-free, think again. During the warming period in the early 20th century, the NW passage was open during the summer, much like it is today.
The difference: today you have a trillion-dollar cottage industry based on climate warming scares. From Australian Climate Sceptic:
1845 – The whole of Sir John Franklin’s expedition to find the NW Passage died and their ships were crushed by the ice near Baffin Island
1909-1910 – Amundsen sailed an ice-free NW Passage
1922 – The Arctic is warming and fishermen are catching species that have never been seen there before.
1970 – Kenneth Field “The world is cooling and global temperatures could drop by up to 11ºC that would freeze the North Atlantic for 4- months of the year within 20 years…”
Scientists and even religious people will try to explain that clear truth away! Scientists do this so that they can justify their theory about an ICE Age. Religious people do this so they can prove that religion and science are on the same page. BOTH ARE LIARS!
Scientists not only claim that there was an initial ice age millions of years ago, but they claim there have been several Ice Ages throughout our history. This is HOGWASH!
GOD is ALWAYS IN CONTROL, and He tells us He will NEVER do anything without revealing it first to his prophets. Don’t you think that would warn us of something as devastating as Ice Age, even a “MINI” one? Between the Old and New Testaments God has spoken to us over a period of thousands of years. Certainly, there would have been a clear word of understanding about the existence of an ICE AGE, and probably the reason as well. God would not just willy-nilly send such a disaster without cause.
We have very real and very clear evidence that Scientist LIE! We also have clear evidence that in order to maintain their theories and justify their projects they will lie will confiscate evidence to the contrary, they will destroy evidence to the contrary and they will do all they can to silence anyone who speaks out against their lies and tries to reveal the truth.
As pointed out, russia and siberia get no ice, yet that is where mammoths are said to be found. It just does not make sense. The entire Holocene period is fake too. The Cenozoic era cannot exist without the Mesozoic era and that has been proven to be an 1800s Royal Society and British Monarchy fabrication. Then in the 1970s they start telling everyone there will be a new Ice Age, and that ended up being a lie too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DP8RvMkskAs
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A HORRIBLE DRUG KNOWN AS ICE! ICE also has many other epithets.
Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a highly addictive and dangerous drug that has unfortunately become prevalent in many communities. While it is important to address the serious issues surrounding this substance, we also understand the need to stay informed and aware of the slang terms associated with it. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the top slang words for meth, allowing you to stay in the know and be aware of the language used around this illicit substance. Stay tuned as we delve into the world of meth slang and shed light on these often cryptic terms.
1. Ice
Ice is a slang term used to refer to crystal methamphetamine, a powerful and highly addictive stimulant drug. It is called “ice” due to its crystalline appearance.
For example, a person might say, “He got caught with a bag of ice.”
In a conversation about drug abuse, someone might mention, “Ice is a dangerous and illegal substance.”
A news headline might read, “Police seize large quantities of ice in drug bust.”
2. Crystal
Crystal is another slang term used to describe crystal methamphetamine. It refers to the drug’s appearance, which often resembles clear or bluish-white crystals.
For instance, someone might say, “He’s addicted to crystal.”
In a discussion about the dangers of drug addiction, a person might mention, “Crystal is a highly potent and harmful substance.”
A news report might state, “Crystal is a growing problem in our community.”
3. Crank
Crank is a colloquial term used to refer to methamphetamine, a powerful and illegal stimulant drug. It is known as “crank” due to the grinding or crushing process involved in its production.
For example, someone might say, “He’s been using crank for years.”
In a conversation about drug rehabilitation, a person might mention, “Crank addiction can have devastating effects on one’s health.”
A law enforcement officer might report, “We’ve seen an increase in the distribution of crank in recent months.”
4. Tina
Tina is a slang term commonly used to refer to methamphetamine. It is a shorter and more discreet way of mentioning the drug in certain social circles.
For instance, someone might say, “I saw Tina at the party last night.”
In a discussion about drug abuse prevention, a person might mention, “We need to educate young people about the dangers of Tina.”
A recovering addict might share their experience, saying, “I hit rock bottom when I was addicted to Tina.”
5. Glass
Glass is another slang term used to describe crystal methamphetamine. It refers to the drug’s appearance, which often resembles small shards of glass or rock salt.
For example, someone might say, “He’s been using glass for years.”
In a conversation about the impact of drug addiction on families, a person might mention, “Glass can tear families apart.”
A health professional might warn, “Using glass can lead to severe physical and mental health problems.”
6. Speed
Speed is a slang term for amphetamine, a stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. It is commonly used to increase energy, focus, and alertness. Speed can come in various forms, including pills, powder, or crystals.
For example, a person might say, “I took some speed to stay up all night studying for my exams.”
In a discussion about drug abuse, someone might mention, “Speed is highly addictive and can have serious health consequences.”
A user might ask, “Where can I find some good speed in this town?”
7. Shards
Shards is a slang term for crystal methamphetamine, a highly potent and addictive stimulant drug. It refers to the crystal-like appearance of the drug, which is often smoked, injected, or snorted. Crystal meth can cause intense euphoria, increased energy, and heightened focus.
For instance, a person might say, “He’s been up for days on shards.”
In a discussion about the dangers of drug addiction, someone might mention, “Shards can cause severe physical and mental health problems.”
A user might ask, “What’s the best way to smoke shards?”
8. Go-fast
Go-fast is a slang term for methamphetamine, a powerful stimulant drug that increases energy and focus. It is called go-fast due to its ability to keep users awake and alert for extended periods. Methamphetamine can be smoked, snorted, injected, or swallowed.
For example, a person might say, “I need some go-fast to pull an all-nighter.”
In a discussion about drug addiction, someone might mention, “Go-fast can lead to severe dependency and health deterioration.”
A user might ask, “What’s the best way to come down from go-fast?”
9. Hiropon
Hiropon is a slang term for crystal methamphetamine, particularly in Japan. The term originated from the Japanese word for “glass” and refers to the transparent and crystalline appearance of the drug. Hiropon is known for its potency and addictive qualities.
For instance, a person might say, “He’s been using hiropon for months and can’t quit.”
In a discussion about the global drug trade, someone might mention, “Hiropon is a significant issue in Japan.”
A user might ask, “What are the risks of using hiropon?”
10. Methlies quick
Methlies quick is a slang term for methamphetamine, a powerful and highly addictive stimulant drug. It is often used to refer to a potent form of methamphetamine that produces intense and immediate effects. Methlies quick can be smoked, snorted, injected, or swallowed.
For example, a person might say, “I got some methlies quick for a wild night.”
In a discussion about the dangers of drug abuse, someone might mention, “Methlies quick can lead to rapid physical and mental deterioration.”
A user might ask, “How long does the high from methlies quick last?”
11. Yaba
Yaba is a type of methamphetamine pill that is commonly found in Southeast Asia. It is known for its stimulant effects and is often used as a recreational drug.
For example, “He got caught with a bag of yaba pills at the airport.”
In a discussion about drug abuse, someone might mention, “Yaba addiction can have serious health consequences.”
A news article might report, “Authorities seized a large quantity of yaba pills in a drug bust.”
12. Batu
Batu is a slang term for methamphetamine that is commonly used in the United States. It refers to the crystalline form of methamphetamine, which resembles small rocks or crystals.
For instance, “He was arrested for possession of batu.”
In a conversation about drug addiction, someone might say, “Batu is a highly addictive substance.”
A documentary might describe, “The production and distribution of batu has contributed to the rise in methamphetamine abuse.”
13. Black beauties
Black beauties are a type of amphetamine pill that contains methamphetamine. They are known for their stimulant effects and are often used to increase energy and focus.
For example, “He took a black beauty to stay awake during his night shift.”
In a discussion about drug culture, someone might mention, “Black beauties were popular in the 1960s and 1970s.”
A health article might warn, “Abusing black beauties can lead to serious health problems.”
14. Chalk
Chalk is a slang term for methamphetamine that refers to its powdery or crystalline form. It is commonly used in the drug community to describe methamphetamine that has been crushed into a fine powder.
For instance, “He was caught with a bag of chalk.”
In a conversation about drug addiction, someone might say, “Tina is a dangerous drug that can ruin lives.”
A news report might state, “Law enforcement seized a large quantity of chalk in a drug raid.”
15. Chicken feed
Chicken feed is a slang term for a low-quality or impure form of methamphetamine. It is often used to describe methamphetamine that has been cut with other substances or is of poor quality.
For example, “He bought some chicken feed from a sketchy dealer.”
In a discussion about drug purity, someone might mention, “Chicken feed is often laced with harmful additives.”
A recovery story might describe, “He hit rock bottom after years of using chicken feed.”
16. Meth
Short for methamphetamine, a highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. Meth is typically found in the form of a white, crystalline powder or in crystal form, known as crystal meth.
For example, “He was arrested for possession of meth.”
A person might say, “I used to be addicted to meth, but I’ve been clean for five years now.”
In a conversation about drug abuse, one might mention, “Meth is one of the most dangerous and destructive drugs out there.”
17. Foiled
A slang term used to describe someone who has been caught or arrested for using or selling meth. It implies that their plans or activities have been thwarted or unsuccessful.
For instance, “He thought he could get away with it, but he got foiled by the police.”
In a discussion about law enforcement efforts, one might say, “The police have been cracking down on meth dealers and getting them foiled.”
A recovering addict might share their story, saying, “I hit rock bottom when I got foiled and realized I needed to turn my life around.”
18. Speed freak
A term used to describe someone who is addicted to meth and exhibits extreme hyperactivity, restlessness, and paranoia. Speed freak refers to the intense energy and frenzied behavior often associated with meth use.
For example, “He’s been up for days, acting like a speed freak.”
In a conversation about the effects of meth, one might say, “Long-term meth use can turn someone into a speed freak.”
A person sharing their experience might say, “I used to be a speed freak, but I’ve been in recovery for two years now.”
19. Scattered
A term used to describe someone who is under the influence of meth and exhibits disorganized, erratic, and unfocused behavior. Scattered refers to the scattered thoughts and lack of mental clarity often associated with meth use.
For instance, “She’s so scattered right now, she can’t even hold a conversation.”
In a discussion about the effects of meth on cognitive function, one might say, “Meth can leave a person feeling scattered and unable to concentrate.”
A person sharing their story might say, “When I was using, I was constantly spun out and couldn’t keep my thoughts straight.”
20. Tweaking
A slang term used to describe someone who is experiencing the intense physical and psychological effects of meth use. Tweaking refers to the twitching, fidgeting, and obsessive behavior often exhibited by meth users.
For example, “He’s been tweaking all night, he can’t sit still.”
In a conversation about the signs of meth use, one might say, “One of the telltale signs of someone using meth is if they’re constantly tweaking.”
A person sharing their experience might say, “I hit rock bottom when I saw myself in the mirror, all jacked up from tweaking.”
21. Spun out
This term refers to being in an extremely intoxicated state after using methamphetamine. It can also describe someone who is acting erratic or paranoid due to meth use.
For example, “After binging on meth for days, he was completely spun out.”
A person might say, “He’s been up for three days straight, he’s totally spun out.”
In a conversation about drug addiction, someone might mention, “I’ve seen people completely spun out on meth, it’s sad to witness.”
22. Zooming
This term describes the feeling of intense energy and euphoria that comes from using methamphetamine. It can also refer to the rapid eye movement experienced by meth users.
For instance, “She was zooming after taking a hit of meth.”
A person might say, “I couldn’t sleep all night, I was zooming from the meth.”
In a discussion about the effects of drugs, someone might mention, “Methamphetamine can make you feel like you’re zooming, but the crash is brutal.”
23. Fried
This term describes being heavily under the influence of methamphetamine. It can also refer to the physical and mental deterioration caused by long-term meth use.
For example, “He’s so fried, he can barely form a coherent sentence.”
A person might say, “She’s been using meth for years, and now she’s completely fried.”
In a conversation about the dangers of drug abuse, someone might mention, “Meth can leave you mentally and physically fried if you’re not careful.”
24. Chicken flippin’
This term refers to the hyperactive and paranoid behavior that can be exhibited by someone under the influence of methamphetamine. It can also describe the act of flipping or selling meth.
For instance, “He was chicken flippin’ all night, convinced that someone was following him.”
A person might say, “She’s been up for days, chicken flippin’ and talking nonsense.”
In a discussion about the impact of meth on communities, someone might mention, “Chicken flippin’ is a common sight in areas plagued by meth addiction.”
25. Hot rolling
This term refers to the practice of combining methamphetamine with MDMA, also known as ecstasy. The combination is believed to enhance the effects of both drugs.
For example, “They were hot rolling at the rave, dancing all night.”
A person might say, “Hot rolling can be dangerous because it puts a strain on your body and can lead to overheating.”
In a conversation about party drugs, someone might mention, “Hot rolling is popular among certain subcultures, but it can have serious health risks.”
26. Go fast
This term is used to refer to methamphetamine, a powerful stimulant drug that increases alertness, energy, and focus. “Go fast” implies the intense and long-lasting effects of the drug.
For example, someone might say, “He’s been using go fast for days and hasn’t slept.”
In a conversation about drug addiction, one might mention, “Go fast is a highly addictive substance.”
A person discussing the dangers of meth might warn, “Using go fast can lead to severe health problems and addiction.”
27. Rocket fuel
This slang term refers to methamphetamine, a highly potent and powerful stimulant drug. “Rocket fuel” suggests the intense and immediate energy boost and euphoria experienced by users.
For instance, someone might say, “He’s high on rocket fuel again.”
In a discussion about the effects of meth, one might mention, “Rocket fuel can cause extreme agitation and paranoia.”
A person warning about the dangers of meth might say, “Using rocket fuel can lead to devastating physical and mental health consequences.”
28. White trash
This derogatory term is used to refer to methamphetamine, highlighting the association of the drug with poverty and low social status. “White trash” implies a stereotype of meth use being prevalent among lower-income white individuals.
For example, someone might say, “He’s just another white trash junkie.”
In a conversation about the impact of meth on communities, one might mention, “The white trash problem in this area is fueled by meth addiction.”
A person discussing the stigma surrounding meth use might say, “Labeling people as white trash because of their drug use only perpetuates stereotypes and hinders efforts to help them.”
29. Scooby snacks
This slang term refers to methamphetamine, likening the drug to small snacks that are consumed. “Scooby snacks” may also allude to the addictive nature of meth, as Scooby-Doo, a cartoon character, is known for his insatiable appetite.
For instance, someone might say, “He’s always chasing after those Scooby snacks.”
In a discussion about the dangers of meth addiction, one might mention, “Scooby snacks can quickly lead to a devastating cycle of dependence.”
A person warning about the deceptive nature of meth might say, “Don’t be fooled by the innocent-sounding name; Scooby snacks are anything but harmless.”
30. Zip
This slang term is used to refer to methamphetamine, emphasizing its quick onset and intense effects. “Zip” suggests the rapid rush of energy and euphoria experienced by users.
For example, someone might say, “He’s looking for a zip to get through the night.”
In a conversation about the prevalence of meth use, one might mention, “Zip is a commonly abused drug in this area.”
A person discussing the dangers of meth might say, “Using zip can lead to severe physical and mental health deterioration.”
31. Hanyak
Hanyak is a slang term for methamphetamine that originated in South Korea. It is commonly used in Korean communities.
For example, a user might say, “I heard he’s been using hanyak to stay awake during finals.”
In a discussion about drug abuse, someone might mention, “Hanyak is a dangerous substance that can have severe health consequences.”
A recovering addict might share their experience, “I struggled with hanyak addiction for years before seeking help.”
32. Shard
Shard is a slang term for crystal methamphetamine, a potent form of meth that resembles small shards or crystals.
For instance, a person might say, “He’s addicted to shard and it’s ruining his life.”
In a conversation about drug use, someone might mention, “Shard is highly addictive and can cause serious health problems.”
A recovering addict might share their story, “I hit rock bottom when I realized I was using shard every day.”
33. White lightning
White lightning is a slang term for highly pure methamphetamine. The name refers to the crystal-like appearance of the drug and its intense effects.
For example, a user might say, “He’s always chasing that white lightning high.”
In a discussion about the dangers of meth, someone might mention, “White lightning is particularly potent and can lead to rapid addiction.”
A recovering addict might reflect on their past, “I never thought I’d get caught up in the world of white lightning.”
34. Shabu
Shabu is a slang term for methamphetamine that is commonly used in the Philippines. It is a highly addictive and illegal drug.
For instance, someone might say, “Shabu is a major problem in the Philippines.”
In a conversation about drug trafficking, a person might mention, “Shabu is often smuggled into the country.”
A recovering addict might share their journey, “I lost everything because of my addiction to shabu.”
35. Rocket candy
Rocket candy is a slang term for methamphetamine, referring to the drug’s crystalline appearance and powerful effects.
For example, a user might say, “He’s always looking for a hit of rocket candy.”
In a discussion about the dangers of meth, someone might mention, “Rocket candy can cause severe physical and mental health issues.”
A recovering addict might open up about their struggles, “I hit rock bottom when I realized I was dependent on rocket candy to function.”
36. Gak
Gak is a slang term for methamphetamine, a highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. It is often used in reference to the crystal form of methamphetamine.
For example, someone might say, “He’s been up for days on a gak binge.”
In a conversation about drug abuse, a person might mention, “Gak is one of the most dangerous and addictive drugs out there.”
Another might warn, “Stay away from gak, it can ruin your life.”
37. Crizzle
Crizzle is a slang term for crystal meth, a highly potent and illegal form of methamphetamine. It refers to the crystalline appearance of the drug.
For instance, someone might say, “He’s addicted to crizzle and it’s destroying his life.”
In a discussion about drug addiction, a person might mention, “Crystal meth, also known as crizzle, is one of the most dangerous drugs on the market.”
Another might warn, “Using crizzle can have severe physical and mental health consequences.”
38. Yank
Yank is a slang term used to describe the act of injecting methamphetamine. It refers to the action of pulling back on the syringe plunger to draw blood into the needle before injecting the drug.
For example, someone might say, “He’s been yanking meth for years.”
In a conversation about different methods of methamphetamine use, a person might mention, “Yanking meth is one of the most dangerous ways to use the drug.”
Another might warn, “Injecting meth can lead to serious health complications and addiction.”
39. White tornado
White tornado is a slang term for a meth pipe, which is a device used to smoke methamphetamine. It refers to the swirling smoke that is produced when the drug is heated and inhaled.
For instance, someone might say, “He’s always carrying around his white tornado.”
In a discussion about drug paraphernalia, a person might mention, “A white tornado is a common tool used for smoking meth.”
Another might warn, “Using a white tornado can lead to addiction and severe health problems.”
40. Crispy critters
Crispy critters is a slang term used to refer to individuals who are heavily under the influence of methamphetamine. It describes their appearance and behavior, which can be erratic, hyperactive, and disheveled.
For example, someone might say, “The party was full of crispy critters.”
In a conversation about the effects of methamphetamine, a person might mention, “Crispy critters are often in a state of extreme agitation and paranoia.”
Another might warn, “Using meth can turn you into a crispy critter, destroying your physical and mental health.”
41. White girl
White girl is a slang term for methamphetamine, a powerful stimulant drug. The term “white girl” is derived from the appearance of methamphetamine, which is usually a white or off-white crystalline powder.
For example, someone might say, “He’s been addicted to white girl for years.”
In a conversation about drug abuse, a person might mention, “White girl is highly addictive and can have serious health consequences.”
A law enforcement officer might report, “We seized a large quantity of white girl during a drug bust.”
42. Crisscross
Crisscross is a term used to refer to methamphetamine that has been mixed or cut with heroin. The resulting substance is a dangerous combination of stimulant and depressant drugs.
For instance, a person might say, “Watch out for crisscross, it’s a deadly mix.”
In a discussion about the dangers of drug abuse, someone might mention, “Crisscross can have unpredictable effects on the body and mind.”
A healthcare professional might warn, “Using crisscross can increase the risk of overdose and other serious health complications.”
43. Devil’s dandruff
Devil’s dandruff is a slang term for methamphetamine. The term is used to describe the appearance of methamphetamine crystals, which can resemble flakes of dandruff.
For example, someone might say, “He’s hooked on devil’s dandruff.”
In a conversation about the effects of methamphetamine, a person might mention, “Devil’s dandruff can cause severe physical and mental health problems.”
A law enforcement officer might report, “We confiscated a significant amount of devil’s dandruff during a drug raid.”
44. Scoop
Scoop is a slang term used to refer to a small amount of methamphetamine. It is often used when discussing the purchase or consumption of the drug.
For instance, a person might say, “I only need a scoop to get through the night.”
In a discussion about drug addiction, someone might mention, “Even a small scoop can have serious consequences.”
A healthcare professional might advise, “If you’re struggling with methamphetamine use, seek help before one scoop turns into more.”
45. Tick tick
Tick tick is a slang term used to describe the intense rush or high that comes from using methamphetamine. The term “tick tick” refers to the rapid heartbeat and heightened sense of energy experienced during this stage.
For example, someone might say, “I love the tick tick I get from meth.”
In a conversation about the effects of methamphetamine, a person might mention, “The tick tick can be euphoric but also highly addictive.”
A healthcare professional might warn, “The tick tick stage of methamphetamine use can lead to dangerous cardiovascular effects and other health complications.”
46. Crystals
This term refers to methamphetamine in its crystalline form. It is called “crystals” because the drug is typically found in small, clear or bluish-white crystals that resemble pieces of rock salt or shards of glass.
For example, a user might say, “I scored some high-quality crystals last night.”
In a conversation about drug addiction, someone might mention, “Crystals are highly addictive and can cause severe health issues.”
A law enforcement officer might report, “We found a stash of crystals during a drug raid.”
47. Crissy
This is a slang term for crystal methamphetamine. It is derived from the drug’s full name, “crystal meth,” and is often used as a shorter, more casual way to refer to the drug.
For instance, someone might say, “I saw him smoking crissy behind the building.”
In a discussion about drug abuse, a person might warn, “Crissy is a dangerous and highly addictive substance.”
A recovering addict might share their experience, saying, “I used to be hooked on crissy, but now I’m clean.”
48. Hype
This term is used as a slang for crystal methamphetamine. It refers to the intense and euphoric high that the drug produces, often described as a feeling of extreme excitement or stimulation.
For example, a user might say, “I need a hit of hype to get through the night.”
In a conversation about drug culture, someone might mention, “Hype is one of the most commonly abused drugs in certain communities.”
A healthcare professional might educate, “The use of hype can lead to severe physical and mental health problems.”
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Where did Crystal Methamphetamine (aka ICE), Originate?
Dog and his team fight the war on ice – crystal methamphetamine– on many fronts. They appear on a special anti-drug float in a parade. Then they go after bail-jumping Pana, a convicted drug dealer.
late 12c., “to fear very much, be in shrinking apprehension or expectation of,” a shortening of Old English adrædan, contraction of ondrædan “counsel or advise against,” also “to dread, fear, be afraid,” from ond-, and- “against”(the same first element in answer, from PIE root *ant-) + rædan “to advise” (from PIE root *re- “to reason, count”). Cognate of Old Saxon andradon, Old High German intraten. Related: Dreaded; dreading.As a noun from c. 1200, “great fear or apprehension; cause or object of apprehension.”As a past-participle adjective (from the former strong past participle), “dreaded, frightful,”c.1400; later “held in awe” (early 15c.).
This is a problem People got to solve it Woah-woah, heyWe no want no ice, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, no, we no want no ice No ice in paradiseYes, I′ve seen this many times before Once people pass through that door Soon, you’ll be down there sleeping on the floor ′Cause you sold what you’ve got just to get some more Yes, we’ve seen this tearing families apart To see this is breaking my heart Daughters strung out, sons behind bars People being shot over stolen cars Whole communities are breaking down People don′t feel safe in their hometown So, what we gonna do to turn this around? People, listen to my verbs and my nounsWe no want no ice, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, no, we no want no ice No ice in paradiseGot to make the people see education is the key Too many people are losing their life Give the kids a warning so they can see Before they ever pick up that pipe (Don′t pick it up) Once they start, quitting is hard They’ll be hooked and we might lose them for good I′m begging you, parents, spend the time with your kids And give them the attention you should
We no want no ice, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, no, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, no, we no want no ice No ice in paradiseEnough is enough, time to get tough And find out the root of the problem (Problem) Got to find out who’s providing this stuff That′s the only way we can solve it (Solve it) Calling on you to help me weed out the bad This is too nice of a place To have people running ’round stark raving mad Causing this shame and disgrace, ayyWe no want no ice, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, no, we no want no ice No ice in paradise We no want no ice, we no want no ice No ice in paradiseIt′s a problem (We no want no ice, we no want no ice) Oh-woah, ayy It’s a problem We got to solve it No ice in paradise SOURCE: Songtext von Marty Dread – No Ice in Paradise Lyrics
What makes Crystal Meth look like Quartz Crystals? Ice gets its crystalline form due to the specific arrangement of water molecules that follows a precise, repeating three-dimensional pattern.This structure is primarily due to hydrogen bondsformed between water molecules,where each oxygen atom is positioned at the center of a tetrahedral shape,creating a stable lattice.The most common form of ice on Earth is **Ice \(\text{I}_\text{h}}\)(hexagonal ice), characterized by its open, cage-like arrangement, which allows it to float and exhibit unique properties such as lower density than liquid water. biologyinsights.com+2 spacer
Published: November 19, 2025 | Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is one of the most addictive and destructive drugs available today.Beyond its powerful impact on the brain and body,meth use is widely recognized for causing visible and sometimes shocking physical changes.The term “meth transformations”often refers to these before-and-after differences in appearance, a phenomenon sometimes labeled “meth face.”
Images of meth users in early versus later stages of addiction often circulate online and in awareness campaigns. While they can be startling, these transformations highlight the serious toll meth takes on a person’s body, health and life. Understanding what causes these changes — and why they’re so dangerous — may help those struggling with meth addiction see the urgency of seeking help.
What Is Methamphetamine?
Methamphetamineis a powerful stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It produces intense euphoria, increased energy and feelings of invincibility. These effects make it highly addictive, and tolerance builds quickly. The drug is typically smoked, snorted, injected or swallowed in pill form.
Short-term effects may feel pleasurable, but long-term use ravages the body, brain and appearance.
The Origins of the Term “Meth Face”
The phrase “meth face” emerged in public health campaigns and news stories to describe the dramatic physical decline seen in long-term meth users. A generally gaunt, unhealthy appearance
While the term can feel stigmatizing, it underscores a very real medical issue: Meth causes rapid physical deterioration that becomes visible within months or years of use.
1939, proprietary name of a brand of methamphetamine (by Wellcome Ltd.); the name is compounded from elements of methyl + benzedrine.Slang abbreviation meth is attested from 1967.
methyl(n.)
univalent hydrocarbon radical,1840, from German methyl (1840) or directly from French méthyle,back-formation from French méthylène
(see methylene).Ultimately from Greek methy“wine” + hylē“wood.“methylene(n.)hydrocarbon radical occurring in many compounds, 1835, from French méthylène(1834), coined by Jean-Baptiste-André Dumas (1800-1884) and Eugène-Melchior Péligot (1811-1890)from Greek methy “wine” (see mead (n.1)) + hylē “wood”(which is of uncertain etymology) + Greek name-forming element -ene.So called because it was detected in wood alcohol.“The breakdown of methylene into methyl and -ene, and the identification of the last syllable of methyl with the general suffix -yl, led to the use of meth- as a separate combining-element, as, for example, in methane, methacrylic” [Flood]. The color methylene-blue (1880) was derived from dimethylanaline. also from 1835
mead(n.1)
“a strong liquor made from fermented honey and water,”a favorite beverage of England in the Middle Ages, Middle English mede, from Old English medu, from Proto-Germanic *meduz, from PIE root *medhu- “honey, sweet drink.”
This root is reconstructed also as the source of Sanskrit madhu “sweet, sweet drink, wine, honey,”Greek methy “wine,” Old Church Slavonic medu, Lithuanian medus “honey,” Old Irish mid, Welsh medd, Breton mez “mead.” Germanic cognates include Old Norse mjöðr, Danish mjød, Old Frisian and Middle Dutch mede, Old High German metu, German Met “mead.”The synonymous early Middle English meþeglin yielded Chaucer’s hornes ful of meeth.
“to change, transform” (trans.), 1590s, from Greek meta, here indicating “change”(see meta-) + morphē “form, shape,”a word of uncertain etymology, + -ize. Related: Metamorphized; metamorphizing.
metamorphosis(n.)
1530s, “change of form or structure, action or process of changing in form,”originally especially by witchcraft,from Latin metamorphosis, from Greek metamorphōsis “a transforming, a transformation,”from metamorphoun “to transform, to be transfigured,”
1833 (Lyell) in the geological sense, “exhibiting change in form or structure,”in reference to rock whose form has been changed by heat or pressure, from Greek meta “trans-” (see meta-) + morphē “form,” a word of uncertain origin.Earlier (1816) in a theological sense, “characterized by change of form,”from metamorphosis + -ic.
metamorphism(n.)
“the process of changing form or structure,” 1837, frommetamorphic + -ism.Specifically, in geology, chemical change and rearrangement of the constituents of rock by which they assume new forms and combinations.
white crystalline compound that acts as a powerful stimulant to the nervous system, 1949,from methyl + amphetamine;so called because it was a methyl derivative of amphetamine.
methaqualone(n.)
hypnotic sedative drug, 1961,the name is contracted from components of the compound, methyl + quinazolinone.
methane(n.)
“inflammable colorless and odorless gas; marsh gas,” 1867, coined from chemical suffix -ane + syllable abstracted from methyl.
The madmen who rule this world are changing us. Their plan is to make us part of the Metaverse. There is that root again “MET”. We will not only no longer be human, but only what they consider to our essence will be uploaded in their system and we will not longer exist in reality. That is their plan. Morpheus is the demon connected with this HORRIBLE DRUG.
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Skin Damage
Meth constricts blood vessels, cutting off healthy circulation to the skin.Users often develop acne, sores or ulcers. A common side effect is formication, the sensation of bugs crawling under the skin. This leads to obsessive scratching, infections and permanent scarring. spacer
crawling sensation as of ants on the skin, 1707, from Latin formicationem (nominative formicatio), noun of action from formicare “to crawl
like ants, ” from formica “ant” (see Formica (n.2)).
formicant(adj.)
“crawling like an ant,” 1707, from Latin formicantem (nominative formicans), present participle of formicare (see formication).
formic(adj.)
1791 (in formic acid), literally “from ants,”coined from Latin formica “ant” (see Formica (n.2)). The acid first was obtained in a fairly
pure form in 1749by German chemist Andreas Sigismund Marggraf (1709-1782), who prepared it by distilling red ants.It also is found in
nettles and bee stings.
c. 1300, from Old French fornicacion“fornication, lewdness; prostitution; idolatry” (12c.), from Late Latin fornicationem (nominative fornicatio),
noun of action from past-participle stem of fornicari“to fornicate,”from Latin fornix (genitive fornicis) “brothel”(Juvenal, Horace), originally
“arch, vaulted chamber, a vaulted opening, a covered way,”probably an extension, based on appearance, from a source akin to fornus “brick oven of arched or domed shape”(from PIE root *gwher-“to heat, warm”). Strictly, “voluntary sex between an unmarried man and an unmarried
woman;” extended in the Bible to adultery. The sense extension in Latin is perhaps because Roman prostitutes commonly solicited from under the
arches of certain buildings.
*gwher-
Proto-Indo-European root meaning “to heat, warm.”It might form all or part of: brand; brandish; brandy; brimstone; brindled; forceps; Fornax; fornicate; fornication; fornix; furnace; hypothermia; thermal; thermo-; Thermopylae; Thermos.It might also be the source of: Sanskrit gharmah“heat;”Old Persian Garmapada-, name of the fourth month, corresponding to June/July, from garma- “heat;”Hittite war- “to burn;”Armenian jerm“warm;”Greek thermos“warm;” Latin formus“warm,”fornax“oven;”Old Irish fogeir “heated;”Old English bærnan“to kindle.”
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form(v.)
c. 1300, formen, fourmen, “create, give life to, give shape or structure to; make, build, construct, devise,” from Old French fourmer“formulate,
express; draft, create, shape, mold”(12c.) and directly from Latin formare“to shape, fashion, build,” also figurative, from forma“form, contour, figure, shape” (see form (n.)). From late 14c. as “go to make up, be a constituent part of;” intransitive sense “take form, come into form“ is from 1722. Related: Formed; forming.
form(n.)
c. 1200,forme, fourme, “semblance, image, likeness,” from Old French forme, fourme, “physical form, appearance; pleasing looks; shape, image;
way, manner”(12c.), from Latin forma“form, contour, figure, shape; appearance, looks; a fine form, beauty; an outline, a model, pattern, design;
sort, kind condition,” a word of unknown origin.One theory holds that it is from or cognate with Greek morphe “form, beauty, outward
appearance” (see Morpheus) via Etruscan [Klein].From c. 1300 as “physical shape (of something), contour, outline,”of a person, “shape of the body;” also “appearance, likeness;”also “the imprint of an
object.”
The term “meth mouth” describes the severe dental problems caused by meth. The drug dries out saliva, leading to tooth decay, gum disease and broken or missing teeth. Poor diet and grinding teeth worsen the damage.
Extreme Weight Loss
Meth suppresses appetite,sometimes leading to dramatic and unhealthy weight loss. Combined with sleep deprivation, malnutrition weakens the immune system and leaves the body frail.
Premature Aging
Because of chronic stress, poor nutrition and tissue damage, meth users often look years or decades older than they actually are. Wrinkles, sagging skin and hollow features become prominent.
Hair Loss and Eye Damage
Hair may become thin or brittle, while eyes can appear sunken, bloodshot or hollow from lack of rest and proper nutrition.
Beyond Appearance: Internal Damage
The external changes are shocking, but meth use also causes significant internal harm:
Heart disease, high blood pressure and risk of stroke
Liver and kidney damage
Weakened immune system
Memory loss and cognitive decline
Severe anxiety, paranoia and psychosis
The physical transformation is just the visible part of a much larger picture of damage.
Why Meth Causes Such Rapid Changes
Meth is uniquely destructive compared to many other drugs because it:
Lasts longer than many stimulants, keeping the body in overdrive
Suppresses appetite and sleep, preventing the body from healing
Depletes dopamine, which affects mood, motivation and physical health
Encourages compulsive behaviors like picking at skin or grinding teeth
Together, these factors make meth users appear visibly different in a relatively short time.
The Human Impact of Meth Transformations
While shocking images of before-and-after meth use are often used in public campaigns, it’s important to remember that each photo represents a person. These transformations aren’t just cosmetic — they reflect the real suffering of addiction.
For those currently struggling, fear of these physical changes can sometimes motivate a desire to quit. For families, the visible decline in a loved one can be heartbreaking and alarming.
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Crystalline Silica Structure looks JUST LIKE Graphene Oxide
Together, silicon and oxygen make up approximately 80% of the earths crust. Silicon is also an excellent conductor of electricity and, therefore, crystals are of great use in the technology industry. These properties have made Crystalline Silica an indispensable component of the natural and technological worlds.
The crystal – Quartz – is one of the most stable crystalline structures around and therefore widely used. It is commonly used in transistors, the world of integrated circuits and is the backbone of all computer chips.It is also used in all forms of electronics including telephones,mobile military radios and advanced electronic systems. In the field of laser optics, quartz is used as prisms, timing devices optical filters.Certain crystals are also used for quartz watches and other time-keeping devices.
It seems we are heavily dependent upon crystal technology in our everyday lives!
Naturally, quartz is also a component of all forms of soil, dust and sand. It is abundant in igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rock forms. Certain microorganisms (radiolarians) use the compound, taken from water, to form their structures and shells. Quartz is also important in the construction trade. Concrete and cement are made using it, as well as plastic, rubbers and paint! Stone is between 70 – 90% quartz… I wonder whether quartz’ electrical, sound and light conducting properties had anything to do with their use in ancient stone structures! Hmmm…..
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In the United States, methamphetamine hydrochloride,sold under the brand name Desoxyn, is FDA–approved for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD);[27][35] however, the FDA notes that the limited therapeutic usefulness of methamphetamine should be weighed against the risks associated with its use.[27] To avoid toxicity and risk of side effects, FDA guidelines recommend an initial dose of methamphetamine at doses 5–10 mg/day for ADHD in adults and children over six years of age, and may be increased at weekly intervals of 5 mg, up to 25 mg/day, until optimum clinical response is found; the usual effective dose is around 20–25 mg/day.[25][7][27]Methamphetamine is sometimes prescribed off-label for obesity, narcolepsy, and idiopathic hypersomnia.[25][36][37] In the United States,methamphetamine’s levorotary formis available in some over-the-counter (OTC) nasal decongestant products.[25][note 4] Source: Methamphetamine – Wikipedia
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how many children have been diagnosed with ADHD since 1960?
Millions of U.S. children have been diagnosed with ADHD.1
An estimated 7 million (11.4%) U.S. children aged 3–17 years have ever been diagnosed with ADHD, according to a national survey of parents using data from 2022.
Did you know?
In 2022, an additional 1 million U.S. children aged 3-17 years had ever received an ADHD diagnosis compared to 2016.
Methamphetamine works in the treatment of ADHDby increasing attention and decreasing restlessnessin children and adults who are overactive, cannot concentrate for very long, or are easily distracted and impulsive.
Stimulant medications are the most commonly prescribed treatments for ADHD, with options like methylphenidate and amphetamines being widely used.Common side effects include decreased appetite, insomnia, and mood changes.
Common Stimulant Medications
1. Methylphenidate: This includes brand names like Ritalin, Concerta, and Focalin. It works by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine, increasing their levels in the brain, which helps improve attention and focus
2. Amphetamines: This category includes medications like Adderall, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine. These medications increase the release of dopamine and norepinephrine, enhancing concentration and reducing impulsivity
3. Dexmethylphenidate: A more potent form of methylphenidate, available in extended-release formulations, which helps maintain consistent medication levels throughout the day. webmd.com +1
Side Effects of Stimulant Medications
While stimulant medications can be effective in managing ADHD symptoms, they may also cause side effects, including:
Decreased Appetite: Many individuals experience reduced appetite, which can lead to weight loss. Eating meals after taking medication or incorporating high-calorie snacks can help mitigate this effect
Insomnia: Difficulty sleeping is a common side effect, particularly if the medication is taken later in the day. Adjusting the timing of doses can help
Mood Changes: Some users may experience mood swings, irritability, or anxiety. Monitoring and discussing these changes with a healthcare provider is essential
Increased Heart Rate: Stimulants can lead to elevated heart rates and blood pressure, so monitoring cardiovascular health is important, especially in individuals with pre-existing conditions
Potential for Abuse: Stimulants are classified as controlled substances due to their potential for misuse. However, when used as prescribed, they are considered safe and effective for treating ADHD. webmd.com +3
Conclusion
Stimulant medications are a cornerstone in the treatment of ADHD, significantly improving symptoms for many individuals. However, it is crucial to be aware of the potential side effects and to work closely with a healthcare provider to find the most suitable medication and dosage. Regular follow-ups can help manage any adverse effects and ensure the effectiveness of the treatment plan. SOURCE:what does riddlin have in it? – Search
The chemical composition of crystal meth has undergone dramatic changes in recent years, transforming this already dangerous drug into an even more lethal substance.Today’s methamphetamine is vastly different from what was available just two decades ago, with higher purity levels, more toxic manufacturing processes, and deadly adulterants that have created a public health crisis of unprecedented proportions.
What Is the Basic Chemical Composition of Crystal Meth?
Methamphetamine (contracted from N-methylamphetamine) is a potent central nervous system (CNS) stimulantwith the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₅N.The hydrochloride salt, commonly called crystal meth, is widely used and appears as white crystals or a white crystalline powder with a melting point between 170 and 175 °C (338 and 347 °F), according to PubChem’s chemical database. As a Schedule II controlled substance, methamphetamine has some medical utilitybut also significant potential for misuse.
The chemical composition of crystal meth includes two mirror-image forms called enantiomers: levomethamphetamine (l-methamphetamine) and dextromethamphetamine (d-methamphetamine).Pure crystalline methamphetamine was first made in 1919and its cousin, amphetamine, in 1887, making it a synthetic drug rather than a plant-derived substance. Understanding the dangers of different drug types is crucial for public health awareness.
Understanding the chemical composition of crystal meth is crucial because amphetamine and methamphetamine have a slightly different structure to the naturally occurring phenylethylamine (PEA),so they resist the liver enzyme that decomposes amines,which explains why methamphetamine has such powerful and long-lasting effects on the human body. The drug primarily affects catecholamine systems in the brain, including the dopamine transporter and serotonin transporter, leading to intense euphoric effects. The dangers of methamphetamine use are particularly pronounced in the LGBTQ+ community, where usage rates have historically been higher.
How Has the Manufacturing Process Changed the Chemical Composition of Crystal Meth?
The chemical composition of crystal meth has been dramatically altered by changes in methamphetamine production methods over the past two decades. Traditionally, illicit meth was produced using ephedrine or pseudoephedrine found in over-the-counter cold medications through various lab processes. However, when U.S. drug legislation pushed ephedrine and pseudoephedrine behind pharmacy counters in 2006, meth labs completely reinvented their processes. This shift has made meth rehab in Los Angeles and other areas increasingly complex due to the changing composition of the drug.
The Shift to P2P Production
Super meth (P2P meth) is a variant of standard methamphetamine that uses a different precursor for production. Instead of ephedrine or pseudoephedrine, super meth is manufactured with phenyl-2-propanone (phenylacetone). This fundamental change in the chemical composition of crystal meth has had catastrophic consequences..
By 2012, that number had shot up to 96% of all domestic meth samples being produced using the P2P method, according to DEA data. Super meth now represents 96% of seized meth nationwide, with deadly purity levels of 93%.
Toxic Chemical Ingredients
The modern chemical composition of crystal meth now includes extremely hazardous meth ingredients. P2P meth replaces the active ingredient in over-the-counter decongestants with more toxic chemicals like cyanide, chloroacetone (tear gas), lye, and benzene.Manufacturing now involves dangerous solvents and strong acids:
Sulfuric acid
Hydrochloric acid
Racing fuel
Kerosene
Acetone
Ethanol
Methanol
Isopropanol
Ether
Gasoline
Ammonia
Lithium aluminum hydride
Sodium compounds
Potassium compounds
Magnesium
Aluminum
Iodine
Methylamine
Some manufacturers also use the dangerous “shake and bake” method, where ingredients are combined in containers that can easily lead to explosion and severe injury.
Why Is Today’s Crystal Meth More Dangerous Than Before?
Unprecedented Purity Levels
The chemical composition of crystal meth today features alarming purity levels. The average purity of methamphetamine today is over 90 percent, compared to much lower purities in previous decades. P2P meth is more potent (90% pure as opposed to 80% pure for crystal meth), and much less expensive to produce than pre-2006 crystal meth.
Different Isomer Ratios
A critical aspect of the chemical composition of crystal meth involves the ratio of dextromethamphetamine to levomethamphetamine. In recent drug seizures, l-methamphetamine is almost completely absent in P2P meth, whereas in traditional meth d-methamphetamine concentration is anywhere from 20% to 50% or more. This change significantly impacts the drug’s effects on users and affects the neurochemical balance in the brain.
Longer-Lasting and More Severe Effects
The altered chemical composition of crystal meth has changed user experiences dramatically. Pre-2006 meth caused euphoric and energizing highs lasting around 12 hours, but super meth causes a stupefying and incapacitating high for 24 hours or more. P2P seems to drive users toward isolation and neurological descent. These effects can be particularly concerning when combined with other substances, as seen in cases of meth psychosis.
What Deadly Adulterants Are Found in Modern Crystal Meth?
Fentanyl Contamination
One of the most alarming changes to the chemical composition of crystal meth is fentanyl contamination. The adjusted prevalence of fentanyl was 12.5% (95% CI: 2.2%, 22.9%) in powder methamphetamine, according to recent drug checking services data. This contamination creates a dangerous drug situation where users face unexpected overdose risks.
There is a significant risk that illegal drugs have been intentionally contaminated with fentanyl. Because of its potency and low cost, drug dealers have been mixing fentanyl with other drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine. This contamination has contributed to nearly 70% of stimulant involved overdose deaths in 2023 also involved IMF (illicitly manufactured fentanyl). The presence of fentanyl in methamphetamine makes understanding what to expect from a drug detox even more critical for those seeking recovery.
Other Dangerous Cutting Agents
The chemical composition of crystal meth now frequently includes numerous harmful cutting agents that can be identified through gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis:
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) — a powder that is sold for use in reducing joint pain
Red dye that remains when tablets are not properly processed
Phosphorus — an extremely toxic chemical that can give meth a purplish appearance
Metals like palladium, nickel, and lithium that end up in the finished product
Chloride compounds used in processing
Hydroxide bases used in manufacturing
Various corrosives that remain as impurities
Dust and other contaminants from unsanitary production environments
These dangerous additives create visible physical effects, including meth sores that appear on users’ skin due to the toxic nature of these substances.
How Has Overdose Data Changed Due to Chemical Composition Changes?
Dramatic Increase in Methamphetamine Deaths
The changes in the chemical composition of crystal meth have coincided with alarming increases in overdose deaths. From 2015 to 2019, the number of overdose deaths involving psychostimulant drugs other than cocaine (largely methamphetamine) rose from 5,526 to 15,489, a 180% increase.
However, the number of people who reported using methamphetamine only increased by 43% over the same period, indicating that the increased lethality is directly related to changes in the drug’s composition rather than simply increased usage.
Production and Market Data
The scale of production has also dramatically increased. According to the U.S. Forest Service, 1 pound of meth produces up to 6 pounds of toxic waste, highlighting the environmental dangers of the manufacturing process. Law enforcement uses the Marquis field test and GC-EI-MS analysis to identify methamphetamine in seized samples.
From 2007 to 2010, the price of meth plummeted by 61% and purity increased by 114%, demonstrating how changes in the chemical composition of crystal meth have made the drug more accessible while simultaneously making it more dangerous.
What Are the Health Risks from Chemical Exposure in Meth Labs?
Immediate Health Effects from Chemical Exposure
Meth labs pose severe health risks through multiple routes of exposure. People can experience chemical exposure through inhalation, direct contact, and skin exposure to the toxic chemicals used in methamphetamine production. Common symptoms of intoxication from lab exposure include:
Shortness of breath and respiratory problems
Chest pain and difficulty breathing
Cough and throat irritation
Nausea and vomiting
Dizziness and lack of coordination
Skin burns from contact with corrosives
Eye irritation and damage to the eyes
Nose and throat burning
Air Quality and Environmental Concerns
The physical properties of methamphetamine manufacturing create dangerous air concentrations of toxic gasses that can contaminate building structures. Exposure to these chemicals requires extensive decontamination efforts and can affect entire neighborhoods through air contamination. Understanding the risks is crucial, as many people wonder about the dangers of quitting drugs cold turkey without medical supervision, especially given the toxic nature of modern methamphetamine.
What Are the Long-Term Health Consequences of Modern Crystal Meth?
The altered chemical composition of crystal meth has intensified health consequences. The drug affects VMAT2 and TAAR1 receptors in the brain, leading to long-term neurochemical changes.
Problems with skin abscesses, “meth mouth” (rotting and deteriorating teeth), weight loss, and internal organ damage affect the lungs, cardiovascular system, and other vital organs. These effects can persist throughout a user’s lifetime, even after cessation of use. For those struggling with methamphetamine addiction, dual diagnosis treatment is often necessary to address both the addiction and co-occurring mental health issues.
How Can Communities Respond to the Changing Chemical Composition of Crystal Meth?
Harm Reduction and Testing
Recommended interventions include expanding community-based drug checking, naloxone and fentanyl test strip distribution for people who use stimulants, and supervised drug consumption sites. Scientific evidence supports these approaches to reduce harm from contaminated substances.
Law Enforcement and Laboratory Analysis
In 2024, DEA seized more than 60 million fentanyl-laced fake pills and nearly 8,000 pounds of fentanyl powder, demonstrating ongoing efforts to combat the distribution of contaminated substances. Labs use advanced gas chromatography–mass spectrometry techniques to analyze the quantity and composition of seized drugs. The mass spectrum analysis helps identify specific adulterants and cutting agents in samples. Treatment facilities increasingly rely on holistic therapy approaches to address the complex physical and psychological effects of contaminated methamphetamine.
Conclusion: The Evolving Danger of Crystal Meth’s Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of crystal meth has undergone profound changes that have made this dangerous drug exponentially more lethal. From the shift to P2P production methods using highly toxic chemicals to widespread fentanyl contamination, today’s methamphetamine represents a public health crisis that requires immediate attention.
From 2015 to 2019, methamphetamine-involved overdose rates nearly tripled, directly correlating with these changes in chemical composition. Understanding these changes is crucial for healthcare providers, law enforcement, policymakers, and communities working to address this growing crisis.
If you or someone you know is struggling with methamphetamine addiction, professional help is available. The complexity of modern meth’s chemical composition requires specialized medical detoxification and comprehensive treatment approaches to achieve lasting recovery. For those considering different levels of care, intensive outpatient programs (IOP) can provide structured support while allowing individuals to maintain their daily responsibilities.
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With a combination of thorough investigative journalism, daring fieldwork, and colorful atmospheric sketches, Teun Voeten draws a very detailed and disturbing picture of a drug that is on a rapid international rise. Methamphetamine, commonly referred to as crystal meth, is one of the most addictive drugs in the world.Heavy users can destroy themselves in just a few months.Originally given by the Nazis to their troops to fight the blitzkrieg, it has now conquered the whole world and is used at sex parties in Amsterdam and Antwerp, by former hippies in Prague, by the underclass in the slums of Harare, Cape Town, and Peshawar, by truck drivers in Thailand, and by workers in the sweatshops in Bangladesh.
Researcher Teun Voeten traveled the globe for two years to investigate all sides of this diabolic drug, exploring the bizarre history and pharmacological effects.He talked to homeless addicts in Tijuana and Los Angeles, cartels in Mexico, international drug experts in Bangkok and Kabul, and more. Voeten also interviewed numerous authorities, judges, and social workers who are trying to stop the meth epidemic.
Table of Contents
Introduction 1 The Bizarre History of Meth: From State-Approved Energizer to the Underground 2 Tijuana: A Failed City in the Grip of Crystal Meth 3 Trends in Worldwide Production and Trafficking 4 Michoacán: The Perfect Cartel Clusterfuck 5 The Netherlands as a Functional Narco-State 6 Sinaloa: Welcome to Narco Central 7 Users: Trends and Patterns in Consumption 8 Chemsex in Amsterdam: Lust Unlimited 9 The Pharmacological Dimension of Crystal Meth 10 Prague: Meth as Rebellion 11 Chemistry 101: Making Meth and How Many Roads Lead to Rome 12 Afghanistan: Opium and Organic Meth 13 Demonizing Crystal Meth: Breaking Bad, Faces of Meth, and Social Constructs 14 Skid Row, Downtown Los Angeles: From Winos to Crackheads to Tweakers 15 The Golden Triangle: Crystal Meth Free Trade Zone 16 Shaking and Baking in Cadillac and the Strange Case of Uncle Fester 17 Brabant: From Smuggling Butter to Brewing Moonshine, from Weed and XTC to Meth 18 Is Fentanyl the New Crystal Meth? The Tentative Low of the Opioid Crisis 19 Are the Mexican Cartels Coming to the Netherlands? 20 Conclusions and Expectations Notes Bibliography Index About the Author
A report has found the use of Methamphetamine, otherwise known as Ice, is rising rapidly. (NSW Police: AAP)
Heroin is still the drug of choice for injectorsbut the use of crystal methamphetamine, also known as ice, is rising rapidly, a snapshot of drug use across Australia has found.
The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre’s annual survey of people who use illicit drugs found 61 per cent of those who inject substances had used ice in the last six months.
The study’s chief investigator, Associate Professor Lucy Burns from the University of New South Wales, said that was an increase of 9 per cent over the past 10 years.
Although the prevalence of methamphetamine use generally has remained fairly stable, we’ve actually found an increase in the use of crystal methamphetamine, otherwise known as ice.
“This is a cause for concern as ice is metabolised by the body more quickly than other forms of methamphetamine.
“It is more addictive and its use is associated with drug induced psychosis, violence and erratic behaviour.“
Victoria reported biggest increase in ‘ice’ use
The biggest increases were in Victoria, where 75 per cent of drug users reported using ice in the last six months compared with 55 per cent in 2013.
The survey also found that rates of ice use among injectors had increased, from a national median of 12 days within the past six months in 2013 to 20 days of use within the last six months in 2014.
This trend was being reflected in the number of shipments of ice seized at Australian airports and ports; figures from the Australian Customs and Border Protection Services indicate the number of detections of ice rose from 171 in 2012 to 1084 in 2013.
Drug and alcohol epidemiologist Professor Paul Dietze from the Burnet Institute in Melbourne said there had been a dramatic increase in the purity of crystal methamphetamine, especially in Victoria.
“We’re seeing a really marked change in the purity adjusted price,” he said.
We’ve seen a doubling of methamphetamine-related ambulance attendances in Victoriafor example and we think that’s underpinned by this change in purity rather than a change in the number of people using methamphetamine.
“When they go to purchase the drug you see people essentially getting much more bang for their buck.
“Victoria has the most sophisticated systems for analysing the purity of drug seizures, so we don’t really know what the picture is like in the rest of the country, but there’s no reason to believe that things are any different.”
Professor Dietze said there had been a corresponding rise in crystal methamphetamine-related medical visits.
“When you go buy something that’s 80 per cent pure and you’re used to 14 per cent, that has a dramatic effect.”
Ice mega-labs have increased drug’s purity: UN
Jeremy Douglass is the South-East Asian and Pacific representative for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.
He said the rise in the purity or potency of crystal methamphetamine had been driven, at least in part, to the rise of industrial-scale drug labs in countries such as China, Indonesia, the Philippines and Myanmar.
“We’ve seen a significant increase in production in what we would term industrial-scale labs, or ‘mega labs‘,” he said.
“The labs in Asia are not like the kind of labs you see here in Australia where you’re cooking it in your garage.
“These are the kind of labs where they’re producing hundreds of kilos in a production cycle, so you’re talking tens of thousands of doses of methamphetamine in a production cycle and it’s high purity.”
THE ice epidemic gripping the Northern Territory and wider Australia is ruining lives and destroying families in destitute communities, the Australian Crime Commission warns.
It will today release a report revealing methylamphetamine – particularly crystal methylamphetamine, also known as ice – is “wreaking havoc”.
Australian Crime Commission chief executive Chris Dawson says ice is the most destructive drug he has seen in his 38 years in law enforcement.
The warning comes as the Federal Government attempts to tackle the issue through the National Ice Taskforce, which visited Mt Gambier yesterday.
“Methylamphetamine is wreaking havoc in every state and territory. It is ruining lives, families and communities,” Mr Dawson wrote in the foreword of the commission’s 2013-14 illicit drug data report. “We are now seeing demand for methylamphetamine in areas where the drug has not previously been a significant issue.
“This includes urban and rural areas and disadvantaged communities where it is having a destructive impact.”
Mr Dawson noted a 10-tonne seizure of benzaldehyde – a chemical used to make ice – that could have produced 4.5 tonnes of the drug equal to 45 million street deals and worth an estimated $3.6 billion.
Australia-wide illicit drug seizures by volume and weight, and arrests, were the highest on record.Drug seizures jumped from 86,918 in 2012-13 to 93,086 in 2013-14.The weight of those drugs also increased from 19.6 tonnes to 27.3 tonnes.
The number of people arrested jumped from 101,749 to 112,049 in the same period.
“Cannabis continues to dominate the Australian illicit drug market and remains the leading illicit drug in Australia in terms of seizures, arrests and use,” the report said.
Federal Justice Minister Michael Keenen said Australians were paying “top dollar” for illicit drugs.
“While the report shows the nation’s drug use is varied, the Australian Crime Commission considers ice poses the highest risk of all illicit drugs to our community because of the violent, menacing and irrational way people behave under its influence,” he said.
Original Word: φαρμακεία Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: pharmakeia Pronunciation: far-mak-I-ah Phonetic Spelling: (far-mak-i’-ah) KJV: sorcery, witchcraft NASB: sorcery, sorceries Word Origin: [from G5332 (φαρμακεύς – Sorcerer)]
1. the use of drugs, potions, and enchantments 2. poisoning(“pharmacy”) 3. (by extension) the occult, witchcraft 4. (by implication) the remedy, the cure {literally or figuratively}
Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance
sorcery, witchcraft.From pharmakeus; medication (“pharmacy”), i.e. (by extension) magic (literally or figuratively) — sorcery, witchcraft.
5331pharmakeía (from pharmakeuō, “administer drugs”) – properly, drug-related sorcery, like the practice of magical-arts, etc. (A. T. Robertson).
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin from pharmakeuó (to administer drugs) Definition the use of medicine, drugs or spells NASB Translation sorceries (1), sorcery (2).
Thayer’s Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 5331: φαρμακεία
φαρμακεία (WHκια, so T (except in Galatians 5:20; cf. the Proleg., p. 88); see Iota), φαρμακείας, ἡ (φαρμακεύω);a.the use or the administering of drugs(Xenophon, mem. 4, 2, 17).
b.poisoning (Plato, Polybius, others): Revelation 9:21 (here WH text Tr marginal reading φαρμακῶν; many interpretations refer the passage to the next entry).
c.sorcery, magical arts, often found in connection with idolatry and fostered by it:Galatians 5:20 (where see Lightfoot) (Wis. 12:4 Wis. 18:13; for כְּשָׁפִים, Isaiah 47:9; for לָטִים, Exodus 7:22; Exodus 8:18; for לְהָטִים, Exodus 7:11); tropically, of the deceptions and seductions of idolatry,Revelation 18:23.
STRONGS NT 5331: φάρμακον [φάρμακον, φαρμάκου, τό, from Homer down, a drug; an enchantment:Tr marginal reading WH text in Revelation 9:21 (R. V.sorceries), for φαρμακεία, which see (in b.).]
Topical Lexicon
Definition and ScopeStrong’s Greek 5331 denotes the practice of manipulating human life or circumstances through potions, drugs, or magical arts that invoke supernatural influence apart from the living God. In Scripture it is consistently grouped with sins that fracture covenant fidelity, whether toward God (idolatry) or neighbor (hatred, jealousy, murder). While the modern term “pharmacy” descends from the same root, the biblical concern is not legitimate medicine but the use of substances or rituals to gain illicit spiritual power or to deceive.
Occurrences in the New Testament
1. Galatians 5:20 lists the term among “the works of the flesh,”immediately after “idolatry.” By placing sorcery in the heart-catalogue of sins alongside sexual immorality and envy, Paul shows that its essence is rebellion against God’s rule.
: “idolatry and sorcery, hatred, discord, jealousy, rage, rivalries, divisions, factions.” 2. Revelation 18:23 describes Babylon’s fall: “all the nations were deceived by your sorcery.” The word stands for a systemic cultural spell—economic, political, and spiritual—by which the world power seduced the nations away from truth.
Old Testament and Intertestamental Background
Sorcery was forbidden in Israel. Exodus 22:18, Deuteronomy 18:9-14, and Isaiah 47:9-13condemn those who attempt to manipulate spiritual forces. The Septuagint often employs cognate terms (φαρμακός, φαρμακευτής) for practitioners of occult medicine, tying the New Testament usage to a longstanding biblical proscription.
Greco-Roman Context
First-century paganism normalized the blending of medicine, magic, and religion.Traveling enchanters sold potions for love, revenge, or protection; mystery cults employed hallucinogens to induce visions. By using a term familiar in that culture, New Testament writers exposed such practices as spiritually destructive, contrasting them with the gospel’s call to life in the Holy Spirit.
Theological Themes
• Rebellion: Sorcery represents autonomous attempts to control destiny rather than submit to the Creator (Genesis 3 echo). • Deception: It entices by promising hidden knowledge or power but yields bondage (Revelation 18:23). • Community Corrosion: Galatians pairs sorcery with relational sins, indicating that occult manipulation fractures fellowship. • Judgment: Both testaments portray divine judgment on sorcery, culminating in the final downfall of Babylon.
Pastoral and Ministry Implications
1. Discernment: Leaders must help believers recognize modern equivalents—occult games, New Age rituals, psychedelic “spirituality,” or drug-fueled mysticism. 2. Deliverance: Where sorcery has been practiced, pastoral care includes confession, renunciation, and prayer for liberation (Acts 19:18-20 pattern). 3. Holiness: Teaching on the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) offers the positive antidote—submission to the Spirit instead of fleshly manipulation.
Eschatological Significance
Revelation portrays sorcery as a hallmark of the end-time world system. Its ultimate defeat assures believers that every deceptive power will yield to the Lamb’s reign. Faithful endurance requires continual allegiance to God’s truth, trusting His sovereign control rather than any human-engineered remedy for sin or suffering.
When I typed in a search for ICE, one of the items that popped up was Lyophilized Injectable drugs. Not knowing what that was about, I was already interested in more research. The fact that the first syllable of the term is Ly I was very curious. I have posted a great deal on words and names that start with Ly.
The global lyophilized injectable drugs market was estimated at USD 356.9 billion in 2024.The market is expected to grow from USD 400.8 billion in 2025 to USD 1.31 trillion in 2034, growing at a CAGR of 14.1%. The market’s significant growth is driven by several factors, including the increasing burden of chronic diseases, rising demand for stable and effective biologics, advancements in freeze-drying technology, and expanding regulatory approvals.
The market is experiencing significant growth due to factors such as the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, increasing demand for stable and effective biologics, advancements in freeze-drying technology, and growing regulatory approvals.The surge in chronic conditions like cancer, infectious diseases, and autoimmune disorders has amplified the need for stable, long-shelf-life drug formulations, particularly biologics.This trend has established lyophilized formulations as a vital solution, driving the market’s expansion. The market substantially increased from USD 250.8 billion in 2021 to USD 314.8 billion in 2023. The market growth is driven by the increasing prevalence of chronic and infectious diseases, rising adoption of biologics, and advancements in sterile manufacturing technologies. Expanding regulatory approvals have also significantly influenced market expansion. For example, according to the LyoHub 2023 annual report, submissions for lyophilized drug approvals increased by an average of 15% over the past decade. Between 2012 and 2022, regulatory agencies approved a total of 336 lyophilized drug products. In 2022 alone, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved approximately 32 lyophilized drugs, with oncology and infectious disease treatments accounting for 82% of these approvals. This upward trend in approvals highlights the growing demand for lyophilized drug formulations, reinforcing their importance in the pharmaceutical industry and contributing to the market’s projected growth. Advancements in biologics and therapeutic injectable development, such as single-dose formulations, mRNA technology, scalable manufacturing processes, and improved cold-chain logistics, are expected to drive the growth of lyophilized injectables.These innovations enhance distribution efficiency and accessibility on a global scale. The increasing focus on improving injectable formulations is anticipated to boost the demand for lyophilized drugs, particularly in developing regions, thereby expanding the market’s reach. The lyophilized injectable drugs market is categorized by drug types, including anti-infective, anti-neoplastic, anticoagulant, hormones, antiarrhythmic, and others. These drugs require reconstitution with a solvent before administration. Lyophilization has emerged as the preferred method for developing heat- and moisture-sensitive compounds, particularly biologics and oncology drugs. Its ability to improve stability, extend shelf life, and maintain potency underscores its increasing adoption, presenting significant opportunities for market growth.
Growing prevalence of chronic and infectious diseases
• The rising prevalence of cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases is driving the demand for injectable therapies, increasing the need for lyophilization to ensure long-term storage and stability.
Technological advancements in drug delivery systems
• Technological advancements, such as dual-chamber syringes and prefilled cartridges, are enhancing patient compliance and improving the efficiency of drug administration.
Rising demand for biologics and complex molecules
• The growing adoption of biologics, peptides, and monoclonal antibodies in therapeutic applications underscores the importance of stable formulations, making lyophilization critical for preserving drug efficacy.
Pitfalls & Challenges
Impact
High production and equipment costs
• Lyophilization demands specialized equipment and expertise, resulting in significant capital and operational expenses.
Regulatory and quality compliance challenges
• Stringent regulatory requirements for sterility, stability, and GMP compliance present challenges, particularly for smaller manufacturers.
Opportunities:
Impact
Personalized and precision medicine
• The growing focus on targeted therapies and personalized medicine is driving the demand for customized lyophilized formulations designed to meet individual patient requirements.
Expansion of Contract Research and Manufacturing Services (CRAMS)
• Pharmaceutical companies are increasingly outsourcing lyophilization processes to CRAMS to optimize production scalability and reduce operational costs.
Market Leaders (2024)
Market Leader
Pfizer
14% market share in 2024
Top Players
Pfizer
Sanofi
Merck
F. Hoffmann-La Roche
Fresenius
Collective market share in 2024 is 40%
Competitive Edge
Pfizers robust portfolio includes high-stability lyophilized injectables for various therapeutic indications.
Sanofi stands out for its expertise in advanced cold-chain distribution services for medicines and vaccines, ensuring stable, ready-to-use formulations for various disease indications.
Merck offers advanced lyophilization facilities enabling consistent, high-quality production of stable lyophilized injections and biologics. Its emphasis on scientific rigor and global health initiatives reinforces its leadership in innovation.
Regional Insights
Largest Market
North America
Fastest Growing Market
Asia Pacific
Emerging Countries
India, Brazil, South Korea, and South Africa
Future outlook
The market is poised for steady growth driven by expanding demand for biologics and oncology drugs.
Technological advancements and expanding healthcare infrastructure in emerging regions further accelerate market expansion.
What are the growth opportunities in this market?
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Lyophilized Injectable Drugs Market Trends
The market is expected to witness significant growth, driven by clinical advancements, technological innovations, and evolving regulatory frameworks.
Increasing demand for biologics and complex molecules is fueling the need for lyophilization techniques, which enhance drug stability and extend shelf life.
With biologics dominating pharmaceutical pipelines, particularly in oncology, autoimmune, and infectious diseases, the adoption of freeze-dried formulations is accelerating.
Technological advancements in dual-chamber syringes, prefilled devices, and automated lyophilization systems are improving drug delivery efficiency and patient compliance, especially in home-based care and chronic disease management.
Furthermore, pharmaceutical companies are increasingly outsourcing sterile injectable production to contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) to achieve cost efficiency and scalability. Emerging markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Latin America, are experiencing rapid infrastructure development, creating new opportunities for market expansion.
city in France in the former province of Lyonnais at the confluence of the Rhone and the Saône, from Gallo-Latin Lugudunum, which is perhaps literally “fort of Lugus,” the Celtic god-name, with second element from Celtic *dunon “hill, hill-fort.” The fem. adjectival form Lyonnaise is used in cookery in reference to types of onion sauce (1846). During the Revolution the place was renamed Ville-Affranchie “enfranchised town.”
mid-15c., “fortified place, stronghold,”from Old French fort“fort, fortress; strong man,”noun use of adjective meaning “strong, stout, sturdy; hard, severe, difficult; hard to understand; dreadful, terrible; fortified” (10c.), from Latin fortis “strong, mighty; firm, steadfast; brave, spirited,”from Old Latin forctus, which is of unknown etymology. Possibly from PIE root *bhergh- (2) “high, elevated,”with derivatives referring to hills and hill-forts,or possibly from *dher-“to hold firmly, support.” Figurative use of hold the fort attested from 1590s. Basically, A STRONGHOLD/HIGH PLACE where demons love to reign.
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Mr. Harari want you to believe that a divided world filled with fortresses and walls is something new or even something bad. He wats you to believe that the only way there can be a functioning world is if there are no walls, no sovereignty, no individual beliefs, no nationality, but where peoples are reduced to the LOWEST COMMON DENOMINATOR. Our ancestors built walls and fortresses because there is EVIL in this World. No one can work together with those who are HELLBENT on doing evil. They come to KILL, STEAL and DESTROY. That will NEVER CHANGE! AI is the NEW STRONGMAN! AI is the BIGGEST EVIL EVER ON THE EARTH. We need to be figuring out how to protect ourselves from AI. spacer
We must rebuild trust between humans before creating superintelligent AI. If we stay divided, AI may escape our control and destroy us; if we cooperate, we can ‘raise’ AI as our child – one that learns from our actions, not our empty slogans. Tech leaders have real power that they must use to develop AI cooperatively, strengthen human trust, and build a world where dignity still matters.
Also known as: Lleu, Lleu Llaw Gyffes, Lug, Lug Lamfota, Lug(Show More)
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Lugus, (Celtic: “Lynx,” or “Light”?),in ancient Celtic religion, one of the major gods. He is one of the deities whom Julius Caesar identified with the Roman god Mercury (Greek: Hermes).His cult was widespread throughout the early Celtic world, and his name occurs as an element in many continental European and British place-names, such as Lyon, Laon, Leiden, and Carlisle (formerly Luguvallium, “Strong in the God Lugus”).
According to Irish tradition, Lug Lámfota (“Lug of the Long Arm”)was the sole survivor of triplet brothers all having the same name.At least three dedications to Lugus in plural form, Lugoues, are known from the European continent, and the Celtic affinity for trinitarian forms would suggest that three gods were likewise envisaged in these dedications.Lug’s son, or rebirth, according to Irish belief, was the great Ulster hero, Cú Chulainn (“Culann’s Dog”).
In Wales, as Lleu Llaw Gyffes (“Lleu of the Dexterous Hand”),he was also believed to have had a strange birth. His mother was the virgin goddess Aranrhod (“Silver Wheel”). When her uncle, the great magician Math, tested her virginity by means of a wand of chastity, she at once gave birth to a boy child, who was instantly carried off by his uncle Gwydion and reared by him. Aranrhod then sought repeatedly to destroy her son, but she was always prevented by Gwydion’s powerful magic; she was forced to give her son a name and provide him with arms; finally, as his mother had denied him a wife, Gwydion created a woman for him from flowers.
Also called: Lug, or Lugh
Lug was also known in Irish tradition as Samildánach (“Skilled in All the Arts”). The variety of his attributes and the extent to which his calendar festival Lugnasad on August 1 was celebrated in Celtic lands indicate that he was one of the most powerful and impressive of all the ancient Celtic deities.
Feb 27, 2025 · Lycus is an ancient Greek given name that holds a fascinating linguistic history intertwined with the concept of meaning. Derived from the Greek word “λυκος” (lukōs), which directly translates to “wolf,” the name Lycus carries connotations of wildness, strength, and even guardianship. In Greek mythology, several figures named Lycus are prominent, further enriching the name’s semantic tapestry.
Lycaon, a king punished by Zeus for his hubris, is transformed into a wolf as punishment. This mythological association reinforces the connection between Lycus and wolves, imbuing the name with both cautionary and primal energy.
Furthermore, in Greek folklore, “lykos” is associated with a type of werewolf, adding another layer to the name’s complexity.
King Lycoan and his progeny were shapeshifters werewolves
1580s, a form of madness (described by ancient writers) in which the afflicted thought he was a wolf,from Greek lykanthropia, from lykanthropos“wolf-man,” from lykos “wolf”(see wolf (n.)) + anthrōpos “man” (from PIE root *ner- (2) “man”). Applied to actual transformations of persons (especially witches) into wolves since 1830 (see werewolf).
werewolf(n.)
Middle English werwolf, from late Old English werewulf, in old superstition, “person with the power to supernaturally transform into a wolf while retaining human intelligence,” from wer “man, male person” (from PIE root *wi-ro- “man”) + wulf (see wolf (n.); also see here for the mythology).Belief in them was widespread in the Middle Ages. Sometimes the transformation was accomplished by means of a magic girdle. Similar formation in Middle Dutch weerwolf, Old High German werwolf, Swedish varulf.An old word rare from 17c. (mostly in Scottish), broadly revived early 19c. in folklore studies. Another old word for it was witch-wolf. From this use were- was extended by 1873 to other similar supernatural creatures (-bear, in South America jaguar, in earliest use -ass).In the ancient Persian calendar, the eighth month (October-November) was Varkazana-, “(Month of the) Wolf-Men.” Related: Werewolfism. Middle English had wolfling (c. 1300) for a centaur-like creaturepart wolf, part human.
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When did ICE-T start making his car shield commercials?
What controversial song did Ice-T release in 1992?
What role does Ice-T play on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?
Ice-Trose to fame in the late 1980sand early ’90sas a gangsta rapperwho developed a reputation for being fearlesswhen it came to courting controversy. “Cop Killer” (1992), a song about police brutality that he recorded with his thrash metal band, Body Count,was one of the most notorious songs of the 1990s, sparking widespread boycotts of Ice-T’s music and prompting condemnation from then U.S. Pres. George H.W. Bush.In 2000 Ice-T joined the cast of NBC’s police-procedural television series Law & Order:Special Victims Unit (1999– ), playing none other than a police officer, Detective Odafin (“Fin”) Tutuola.
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Odafin is believed to be of African origin, frequently associated with various cultures. The name means “one who is fit” or “one who is fit for greatness.” It conveys a sense of strength and capability, often embodied in individuals who bear this name. In Hebrew, the name can relate to attributes like endurance and resilience,while in Greek, the meanings can vary depending on the contextual backstory of the name’s use.The name brings with it an aura of respect and dignity.
The name Odafin appears to be of Yoruba origin, stemming from WestAfrican naming traditions where names often carry profound spiritual and aspirational meanings.In Yoruba culture, the name is believed to derive from elements meaning “crown” or “royalty” (oba/oda)combined with components suggesting “given” or “blessed,”creating a composite meaning roughly translatable as “crowned one” or “royalty has been given.”This etymological structure follows typical Yoruba naming patterns where names reflect parental hopes, circumstances of birth, or divine blessings. Common nicknames for Odafin include Oda, Fin, and sometimes Dafe, with the latter being particularly prevalent in Nigerian diaspora communities. Source: Anthropic’s Claude AI
Odafin is a given name of Yoruba origin from southwestern Nigeria, most commonly glossed as “chief of law,” “custodian of justice,” or “one who sets boundaries,”from the morphemes ọ̀dá/ọ̀dájọ́ (to judge, to set) and fín (boundary, limit), by extension indicating a person entrusted with codifying
norms or safeguarding communal order. Historically,Odafin could function as a title within chieftaincy structures, marking a legal-administrative
role akin to a town jurist or council elder; as a personal name it signals aspirations toward fairness, authority, and responsibility. In diaspora usage, especially in Anglophone contexts, it remains relatively rare but recognizable, aided by media exposure, and it retains its Yoruba cultural resonance. Source: OpenAI’s
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Occupation: Rapper, songwriter, actor, and producer
Notable songs and albums: “Colors” (1988), The Iceberg (Freedom of Speech…Just Watch What You Say) (1989), “New Jack Hustler” (1991), “Cop Killer” (1992)
Overall, the name Tracy reflects a rich etymological history across different cultures. 3 Sources
In Greek mythology,Thrace is named after the heroine and sorceress Thrace, who was the daughter of Oceanus and Parthenope, and sister of Europa. Source: Thrace – Wikipedia
The name Laurenis derived from the Latin name “Laurentius,” meaning “from Laurentum,” an ancient city in Italy known for its laurel trees, symbolizing honor and victory.
Ice-T was born Tracy Marrow and grew up in the town of Summit (mountain top),New Jersey. His mother, Alice (“nobility, of noble kind”), died of a heart attack when Marrow was in the third grade, and his father, Solomon (wisest King name means peace), died of the same cause four years later. An only child, Marrow moved to Los Angeles to live with his aunt after his father’s death. He attended high school in L.A.’s South Central neighborhood, where he was exposed to gangculture. Although he was never a gang member, he often wrote slogans and rhymes for others who were in gangs.For extra money, he sometimes engaged in petty crime. In 2023 he told Spin magazine, “I was aware of gang banging and understood the principles of it. Near the end of high school, I started hanging out with the hustlers and cats that were more about getting money, right? That’s a whole other [clique] of cats.”
After graduating from high school, Marrow enlisted in the army, where he was introduced to hip-hop music. Hearing the song “Rapper’s Delight” by the Sugarhill Gang for the first time, he thought he could try rapping too. When his stint in the army was over, he returned to Los Angeles and began working as a deejayat parties and rapping while hustling extra money throughrobbery.Marrow also started going by the moniker Ice-T, which came from his friends’ nickname for him—“T” for Tracy—and from his favorite author, a former pimp named Iceberg Slim (byname of Robert Beck).
First singles and album
In 1983 Ice-T released his first single, “Cold Wind-Madness/The Coldest Rap,” through Saturn Records. The song’s lyrics were a mix of raps that he had already written and lines that he made up on the spot, such as “from the womb to the tomb, I run my game / ’Cause I’m cold as ice, and I show no shame.” He began playing in clubs, and the following year he appeared in the break-dancingmovieBreakin’; he also featured on “Reckless” from the film’s soundtrack. “Killers” (1984) was his first single broaching political topics, including police brutality, domestic violence, and capital punishment. With “6 in the Mornin’” (1986), Ice-T fully emerged as a gangsta rapper, spitting out lines such as “I’m a self-made monsterof the city streets.”
“It was like factual situations—not always from me—put into fictional settings. That way I could create these great adventures and these great stories.”—Ice-T on his songwriting, 2011
In 1987 he signed with Sire Records, a subsidiary of Warner Bros. Records, and released his first album, Rhyme Pays, produced by Afrika Islam. Ice-T’s authenticity was praised in a review by Village Voice music critic Robert Christgau, who wrote, “Can’t know whether his streetwise jabs at [then U.S. Pres. Ronald] Reagan and recidivism will make a permanent impression on his core audience, but his sexploitations and true crime tales are detailed and harrowing enough to convince anybody he was there.” In later years, however, Ice-T would describe his songs as “factions,” a blend of fact and fiction.
From the Rhyme Syndicate to “New Jack Hustler”
In 1987 Ice-T formed his own label, Rhyme Syndicate Records, and appeared the following year on a compilation album of West Coast and East Coast rappers, Rhyme Syndicate Comin’ Through. He released his next album, Power, to positive reviews and recorded the title track for Dennis Hopper’s Colors (1988), a film starring Sean Penn and Robert Duvall as cops who patrol Los Angeles’ gang-besieged streets.
The Iceberg (Freedom of Speech…Just Watch What You Say) (1989) was his most incendiary release yet, with confrontational songs such as “Shut Up, Be Happy” and “You Played Yourself,” lyrics addressing censorship, vocal contributions from the Dead Kennedys’ frontman Jello Biafra, and rock and heavy metal instrumentations incorporated into the album’s mix. In addition, he rapped on “Back on the Block,” a Grammy Award-winning single produced by Quincy Jones that also featured Melle Mel, Big Daddy Kane, and Kool Moe Dee. In 1991 he released O.G. Original Gangster, the first of his albums to reach the top 20 on the Billboard 200 chart. Among its tracks was “New Jack Hustler,” the theme song for Mario Van Peebles’s film New Jack City, in which Ice-T had a lead acting role. “New Jack Hustler” garnered Ice-T his first solo Grammy nomination.
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Acting career, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and other projects
Ice-T continued to act, appearing in movies such as Ricochet (1991), Surviving the Game (1994), Johnny Mnemonic (1995), and Tank Girl (1995). He also had guest-star roles on many TV shows, including New York Undercover and Batman Beyond. His first reality show, Ice-T’s Rap School, ran for one season on VH1 in 2006.
Ice-T’s best-known role has been as New York City Detective (later Sergeant) Tutuola on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. In 2023 he reflected on the irony of being cast as a police officer after his notoriety with “Cop Killer.”Pointing out that in the series he plays a cop in a unit that investigates sex crimes, he explained to Variety, “If I had to be a policeman in real life, it would be that type of cop because there’s no gray area. You’re chasing rapists and pedophiles. It’s hard to be a bad cop in that unit.”
Ice-T’s other television work includes producing the reality show The Peacemaker: L.A. Gang Wars, which profiles gang mediator Malik Spellman.
Ice-T published the memoirIce: A Memoir of Gangster Life and Redemption—From South Central to Hollywood (2011), followed by Split Decision: Life Stories (2022), which he wrote with his friend Spike, who was incarcerated for more than 20 years after taking part in a robbery that resulted in murder. The book discusses the different choices the two friends made that led them down very different paths. Ice-T has also presented a TED Talk about the importance of community to an audience of inmates at Sing Sing prison (2014).
Personal life and honors
Ice-T met his wife, model Coco Austin, in 2001 on the set of a music video. The couple had a reality show, Ice Loves Coco (2011–13), as well as a talk show, Ice & Coco (2015). They share a daughter, Chanel. Ice-T also has two children from prior relationships, LeTesha and Tracy, Jr.
In 2023 Ice-T received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.That same year he was a headliner at the National Celebration of Hip-Hop, a free concert and cultural event that was held in Washington, D.C., to honor the 50th anniversary of the birth of hip-hop.
Ice-T’s credibility and longevity make him a powerful spokespersonWhen CarShield launched its campaign with Ice-T, the company wasn’t just selecting another recognizable face. It was choosing a spokesperson with decades of credibility, a consistent public image, and a reputation for honesty and toughness. Ice-T—born Tracy Lauren Marrow—has been a prominent figure in music, television, and pop culture for over 35 years. That sort of longevity isn’t accidental.It is built on trust, authenticity, and an ability to stay relevant while the entertainment landscape changes constantly around him.
CarShield’s service—extended auto repair protection—is the kind of product that requires a spokesperson who brings authority.Consumers are naturally skeptical of extended warranties, especially in the automotive world. When Ice-T speaks on camera about avoiding massive car repair bills and taking control of vehicle maintenance costs before trouble strikes, his sincerity and straightforward delivery help the message land with seriousness and relatability.
Ice-T’s voice alone commands attention.He doesn’t rely on flash, gimmicks, or exaggerated excitement. Instead, he speaks plainly, clearly, and confidently. This is one of the reasons CarShield selected him; he can convey to viewers that planning ahead is not weakness—it’s intelligence. In other words, if someone as street-smart and successful as Ice-T thinks automotive coverage is worthwhile, perhaps everyone should, too.
A familiar face in homes across AmericaSince 2000, Ice-T has starred as Detective Odafin “Fin” Tutuola on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. That role has made him one of the longest-tenured actors in TV history. Millions of viewers have watched him solve cases season after season, year after year. He appears on television every single week, and that exposure—combined with his presence in the show’s syndicated reruns—means that he is familiar to audiences of all ages.
This matters in marketing.
CarShield isn’t selling toys to teenagers or fashion to trend-chasing shoppers. It is selling financial responsibility to drivers—many of whom are:
Over 30
Working professionals
Family vehicle owners
Drivers with aging cars
Ice-T’s audience overlaps perfectly with CarShield’s target demographic. They have seen him on TV for decades. They find him reliable. And they trust him. As a result, his appearance in a CarShield ad immediately signals to viewers:
“This isn’t a gimmick. This is something worth listening to.”
Ice-T occupies a rare space: He appeals to both younger and older audiences at the same time, something very few celebrities can achieve. It’s no coincidence that CarShield selected such a timeless and multigenerational figure.
Ice-T brings something especially potent:
A personal brand built on being smart, tough, experienced, and financially savvy.
For decades, his music and acting roles have positioned him as someone who:
Knows how to protect himself
Understands the realities of the streets
Believes in strategy and forward-thinking
These traits translate perfectly into the theme behind CarShield’s ads:
“Don’t wait until your car breaks down and financially blindsides you. Be prepared.”
Ice-T doesn’t need to exaggerate this idea. It aligns naturally with the personahe has shaped since his early rap days.CarShield’s strategy works because they didn’t just hire a celebrity—they hired the right celebrity.
A message that connects emotionally and financially
CarShield commercials focus on one universal fear: a major car repair bill that arrives when someone is least prepared. In the ads, mechanics often give customers shocking estimates:
A transmission for $3,200
A cooling system overhaul for $1,600
An engine replacement costing thousands of dollars
These numbers are realistic. Major auto repairs in 2024 and beyond are commonly between $1,000 and $5,000 depending on the vehicle and the shop. Meanwhile, more than half of Americans do not have enough savings to cover an unexpected repair of even a few hundred dollars.
So the emotional message resonates:
Car repairs are expensive. But preparation is possible.
Ice-T’s presence delivers that message with the tone of someone who has lived life, seen reality, and understands resourcefulness. His delivery isn’t:
“Buy this now or you’ll regret it.”
It’s more like:
“You’re smart. Protect yourself before real trouble hits.”
That approach is significantly more persuasive than scare tactics.
CarShield and Ice-T: Results that speak for themselves
The partnership between Ice-T and CarShield has been highly successful for several reasons:
Brand recognition skyrocketed. When people see Ice-T, they remember the commercial and the company.
Conversions improved. Many viewers respond to an ad more strongly when someone familiar delivers it.
CarShield positioned itself above competitors. Plenty of companies sell vehicle warranties. Very few have major entertainment figures representing them with such impact.
The ads feel real. Ice-T doesn’t overwhelm viewers. He speaks like a friend offering advice.
The messaging appeals to emotion and logic. Car repairs are costly. Peace of mind matters. And being financially prepared is something most viewers understand deeply.
The results are simple:
CarShield gained a memorable marketing identity, and Ice-T expanded his reputation into yet another industry—commercial finance endorsement.
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It breaks my heart to see over and over again the caliber of people the public worships, idolizes, follows and imitates. Criminals, Drug Addicts, Abusers, Pedophiles, Satan Worshipers, Vampires, Sexual Deviates, Traffickers, Thieves, Blasphemers, Necromancers, and Witches. IT is a TRAGIC STATE OF AFFAIRS.
These little ridiculous “NEWS FEEDS” are designed to keep the imagery before the public and to stir up controversy to keep people talking and focused on the absurd instead of the real issues.
The rap legend applauded Bad Bunny’s Spanish-language performance in a post on X early Monday, calling it “dope.” At the same time, he dismissed the conservative backlash that the halftime show had received, noting: “And I don’t give a F how you feel about it.”
In a follow-up post, Ice-T shared a post from the online music outlet My Mixtapez which pointed out the halftime show’s massive ratings alongside a photo of President Donald Trump looking flustered.
“Haters can Hate….. But they ALWAYS lose…. Always,” he quipped.
It wasn’t long, however, before an outraged fan responded by proclaiming Ice-T “done for me,” vowing never to tune into “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” to catch the rapper’s long-running portrayal of Odafin “Fin” Tutuola ever again.
Moments later, he offered a more thoughtful retort by reminding the X user ― as well as his legions of other fans ― he’s never apologized for speaking his mind since the start of his career.
Later that day, he shared a photo of himself and co-star Octavio Pisano at work on the New York set of “SVU.”
After months of preemptive right-wing panic,Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime showseemingly went off without a hitch last Sunday, with assists from Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.
Despite widespread acclaim, the performance received a resounding thumbs-down from Trump and a host of other prominent Republicans. One GOP lawmaker is now calling for the NFL to undergo “a formal congressional inquiry” given the show’s embrace of “gay ***********” and “pure smut.”
Dec 28, 2022 · icenado n. Winter snowy blizzard with added components of freezing rain and extreme winds. ………………………. Dude! Your new skidboard moves down the ramp like an icenado. Totally zip.
Jerry Mosley took this pic and said: This Norman tornado was 3/4 miles from the house.It was so cold that it froze to the ground from its base to the cloud.It was unable to move for four days until yesterday when the temperature got above 40 degrees, (Made me nervous having to look at it for almost a week)
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Below you will find a sampling of the many ways the Sports and Entertainment industry have been bombarding us with imagery around ICE, SNOW, BLIZZARDS and WINTER.
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Glaciers, with their majestic beauty and formidable power, have long captivated filmmakers and audiences alike. This curated list of 10 films not only showcases the stunning visuals of icy landscapes but also delves into the narratives that unfold in these frozen realms. From tales of survival against the harsh elements to explorations of the natural world, these movies offer a unique perspective on the wonders and dangers of glaciers, making them a must-watch for anyone fascinated by nature’s icy giants.
Description: Set in Antarctica, this horror film involves an alien life form that can assimilate other organisms, with the icy, glacier-like environment playing a crucial role in the story’s isolation and tension.
Fact: The film was remade in 2011, but the original is often considered superior for its practical effects and atmosphere.
Director:John CarpenterRating:IMDb 8.2Cast:Kurt Russell, Keith David, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Richard Dysart
Description: This film focuses on the ascent of K2, the second-highest mountain in the world, where climbers encounter glaciers and ice falls, showcasing the dangers of glacier travel.
Fact: The film was shot on location in Pakistan, with real climbers performing many of the stunts.
Director:Franc RoddamRating:IMDb 6.2Cast:Michael Biehn, Matt Craven, Annie Grindlay, Blu Mankuma, Elena Wohl, Julia Nickson
Description: Although not directly about glaciers, this film is inspired by the real-life story of Ötzi the Iceman, a well-preserved natural mummy of a man who lived around 3300 BCE, found in a glacier in the Ötztal Alps.
Fact: The film’s title refers to the nickname given to the actual mummy due to its discovery in the ice.
Director:Ariel VromenRating:IMDb 6.8Cast:Michael Shannon, Winona Ryder, Ray Liotta, Chris Evans, David Schwimmer, James Franco
Description: While not exclusively about glaciers, the film features a group of oil workers stranded in the Alaskan wilderness, dealing with sub-zero temperatures and icy landscapes, akin to glacier conditions.
Fact: The film was shot in British Columbia, Canada, where the crew had to deal with real-life harsh winter conditions.
Director:Joe CarnahanRating:IMDb 6.7Cast:Liam Neeson, Dermot Mulroney, Frank Grillo, Dallas Roberts, Nonso Anozie, James Badge Dale
Description: Set in the 1820s, this film includes scenes where the protagonist, Hugh Glass, must survive in the harsh winter conditions of the Rocky Mountains, which are covered in glaciers and ice.
Fact: The film was shot in harsh winter conditions in Canada and Argentina, with Leonardo DiCaprio enduring real-life freezing temperatures.
Director:Alejandro González IñárrituRating:IMDb 8.0Cast:Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, Will Poulter, Forrest Goodluck, Duane Howard
Description: This film recounts the true story of the SS Pendleton rescue, where the crew faced harsh winter conditions, including ice and snow, which are reminiscent of glacier environments.
Fact: The movie was shot in Massachusetts, with scenes involving ice and snow to simulate the harsh conditions of the rescue.
Director:Craig GillespieRating:IMDb 6.7Cast:Chris Pine, Casey Affleck, Ben Foster, Eric Bana, Holliday Grainger, John Ortiz
Description: While primarily about the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, the film includes scenes of the Khumbu Icefall, a glacier that climbers must navigate, highlighting the perilous nature of glacier travel.
Fact: The film was shot on location at Everest Base Camp, with actors undergoing rigorous training to simulate the conditions at high altitude.
Director:Baltasar KormákurRating:IMDb 7.1Cast:Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, Kumud Pant, John Hawkes, Sam Worthington, Emily Watson
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The North Pole, with its icy expanse and harsh climate, has always been a source of fascination and adventure. This curated list of 10 films set in the North Pole offers viewers a chance to experience the thrill of the Arctic from the comfort of their homes. From heartwarming tales to chilling adventures, these movies capture the essence of this remote and mysterious region, showcasing its beauty, dangers, and the indomitable spirit of those who dare to explore it.
Description: A Cold War thriller where a US submarine is sent to the North Pole to rescue a stranded British scientific team, uncovering espionage and intrigue in the icy wilderness.
Fact: The film was based on Alistair MacLean’s novel and was one of the first to use real-life footage of the Arctic environment.
Director:John SturgesRating:IMDb 6.6Cast:Rock Hudson, Ernest Borgnine, Patrick McGoohan, Jim Brown, Tony Bill, Alf Kjellin
Description: While not exclusively set at the North Pole, this disaster film features a significant portion of its climax in the Arctic, showcasing the catastrophic effects of climate change.
Fact: The film was criticized for its scientific inaccuracies but praised for its visual effects, particularly the depiction of the Arctic storm.
Director:Roland EmmerichRating:IMDb 6.5Cast:Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal, Emmy Rossum, Dash Mihok, Jay O. Sanders, Sela Ward
Description: This animated adventure follows a young boy who embarks on a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. The film captures the wonder and excitement of the Arctic, making it a perfect addition to this list.
Fact: The film was entirely shot in motion capture, a pioneering technique at the time. It also features a memorable score by Alan Silvestri.
Director:Robert ZemeckisRating:IMDb 6.6Cast:Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis, Eddie Deezen, Nona Gaye, Peter Scolari, Michael Jeter
Description: While not exclusively set at the North Pole, Walter Mitty’s journey includes a significant adventure in Greenland, which shares the Arctic’s harsh beauty.
Fact: The film was shot in various locations, including Iceland, to capture the Arctic’s vast and breathtaking landscapes.
Director:Ben StillerRating:IMDb 7.3Cast:Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Sean Penn, Shirley MacLaine, Adam Scott, Kathryn Hahn
Description: A US Marshal investigates a murder at an Antarctic research station, with scenes that evoke the North Pole’s isolation and harsh conditions.
Fact: The film was shot in Manitoba, Canada, to simulate the Antarctic environment.
Director:Dominic SenaRating:IMDb 5.5Cast:Kate Beckinsale, Gabriel Macht, Tom Skerritt, Columbus Short, Shawn Doyle, Alex O’Loughlin
Description: A survival drama about a man stranded in the Arctic after a plane crash, highlighting the harsh realities of the North Pole’s environment.
Fact: The film was shot in Iceland, with minimal dialogue, focusing on the protagonist’s struggle against nature.
Director:Joe PennaRating:IMDb 6.8Cast:Mads Mikkelsen, Maria Thelma Smáradóttir, Tintrinai Thikhasuk
Description: This film tells the story of a guide who must leave his sled dogs behind in Antarctica, paralleling the survival challenges of the North Pole.
Fact: The movie was inspired by the true story of a 1958 expedition in Antarctica.
Director:Frank MarshallRating:IMDb 7.3Cast:Paul Walker, Moon Bloodgood, Jason Biggs, Bruce Greenwood, Wendy Crewson, Duncan Fraser
Description: A pilot crash-lands in the Arctic and must survive with the help of an Inuit woman, showcasing the beauty and brutality of the North Pole.
Fact: The film is based on a short story by Farley Mowat and features stunning Arctic landscapes.
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Director:Charles Martin SmithRating:IMDb 7.3Cast:Barry Pepper, Annabella Piugattuk, James Cromwell, Kiersten Warren, Jon Gries, Robin Dunne
Molly is a writer and film lover whose debut gothic horror novel, The Unsuitable, was published in 2020. She has a master’s degree in Film Studies from University College Dublin.
Fortitude
Michael Gambon carries a rifle in FortitudeBanijay
It only ran for three seasons, but Fortitude made a hell of an impact, set on a small island in the Norwegian Arctic where almost every single resident seems to be running from secrets in their present or past. The cast is outstanding, including Christopher Ecclestone, Sophie Gråbøl, Michael Gambon, Stanley Tucci, Richard Dormer, Jessica Raine, and Dennis Quaid. The set-up is thus: two children accidentally uncover what seems to be a thawing wooly mammoth, and a man is disemboweled by a polar bear, neither of which bode well for the island’s plan to open a luxury hotel. The residents, including a number of expats and misfits frm all over, many working at the scientific research station, have always had tenuous relations with each other and the mainland, and strange behavior and tensions grow out of control as unsettling events begin to pile up.
The Terror
Ciaran Hinds in the snow in The TerrorAMC Networks
Season one of The Terror is based on Dan Simmons’ novel of the same name, which in itself was based on the true story of Sir John Franklin’s doomed expedition which left for the Arctic in 1845, involved two ships, the Erebus and the Terror, getting stuck in the ice, and resulting in the deaths of Franklin and nearly two dozen others. Franklin is played by Ciáran Hinds (a man born to wear an admiral’s hat), and his second-in-command is Jared Harris as Captain Francis Crozier, whose problems with alcohol increase as the expedition breaks down. The men and their crews are stranded in pack ice for over a year, experiencing every hardship imaginable, from the freezing temperatures and dwindling stores of food to (rightfully) unfriendly natives and canned supplies that the crew don’t realize are making them sick. To this already gripping history, The Terror adds a possibly supernatural element, as the crew are stalked by a creature no one has had the chance to see. It’s a gritty, engrossing look at a tragic episode in history.
Another true story of a fraught expedition, the 2022 film is the tale of the 1909 journey to East Greenland to locate the records of the previous disastrous Denmark Expedition three years before. Game of Thrones’ Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is Captain Ejnar Mikkelsen, who, along with a single (and inexperienced) volunteer, Iver Iversen (Joe Cole) have set out from camp to locate a cairn that possibly holds the records they need. It’s a dangerous, frigid journey of 200 miles, and they almost don’t survive, but worse? When they return at last to camp, the rest of their crew have set off for home, leaving the two men to survive not one, but two more winters in their icy surroundings.
The North Water
Colin Farrell in The North WaterBBC Studios
It’s curious that this five-part British miniseries has gone largely under the radar, given that it stars man-of-the-moment Colin Farrell, Stephen Graham, and Peter Mullan, among others. It details a 19th-century whaling expedition into the Arctic. But too many of the men on board have unsavory pasts, and tensions are soon out of control. It’s a violent, brutal show, with the bloody business of whaling and seal hunting along with rape and murder, but the performances depicting the battle for survival as the men battle both the elements and each other make it well worth the effort.
Lovers of the Arctic Circle (1998)
The two stars of Lovers of the Arctic CirclePony Canyon
This romantic Spanish drama from 1998 is less heavy on expedition, more heavy on love. Otto and Ana meet when they are eight years old, and in a sticky situation when his father and her mother also meet, and decide to marry. They don’t speak of their mutual feelings until high school, though, and it’s a conversation about their mutual love of the Arctic Circle that brings their feelings to the forefront. But their complicated family entanglements prove too much for them, and after several years of guiltily carrying on a secret affair, they separate. Years pass, and Ana reaches out to Otto, proposing that they reunite in Finland. But will destiny disappoint them yet again? It’s a lovely, swoon-y, romantic film with a stunning Arctic backdrop.
Antarctica (1983)
Husky dogs in AntarcticaKadokawa Daiei Studio
This Japanese film was such a hit in its home country that until 1997 and the release of Princess Mononoke, it was the biggest box office success of a Japanese film. There are several reasons for that: the spectacular setting of scientists fighting to return from the South Pole (based on yet another doomed expedition, this one in 1958), a beautiful score by well-known Greek composer Vangelis, and the movie’s stars: two canine brothers named Taro and Jiro. Back at the research station, the scientists enjoy a warm relationship with the 15 Sakhalin Huskies that live there. But when it’s time for a staff changeover, the weather prevents the next team from getting to the station, meaning that the dogs are left alone with only a week of food. Seven of the dogs sadly starve to death, but eight escape, and it is their story that the film follows. It will be tragic for dog-lovers to watch, but Taro and Jiro fight against the odds to survive eleven months until the next crew arrives.
Shackleton
Kenneth Branagh and another man in the snow in ShackletonA&E
Kenneth Branagh stars as Sir Ernest Shackleton, leader of one of history’s most famous unsuccessful expeditions (although miraculously, not a single crew member was lost in the middle of incredible peril and hardship). In 1919, Shackleton set off on the Endurance, hoping to become the first team to cross the Antarctic continent with sled dogs. His luck goes from bad to worse when the ship is first stuck and then subsumed by pack ice (the wreck of the Endurance was one of science’s enduring mysteries, eluding discovery from its watery grave until March 2022). The crew must abandon ship, and embark upon a journey that will see them variously crossing the 800-mile Southern Ocean, being left on the ice-covered Elephant Island, crossing the forbidding South Georgia Island mountains, and at long last reaching an inhabited whaling station. It’s adventure at its best.
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For the last few weeks, Blizzard has been going big. Blizzard Showcase brought together the four key titles – Overwatch, Diablo, World of Warcraft, and Hearthstone – and gave the space to bring their updates, announcements (and some surprises!) in their own ways. It’s all a part of the road to BlizzCon 2026: the year of Blizzard’s 35th anniversary, not to mention the 30th anniversary of Diablo, and the 10th anniversary of Overwatch. This is the perfect space in time to look back at the universes that have brought us together and look forward to the future.
For Blizzard President, Johanna Faries – speaking on the Official Xbox Podcast – the Showcase has been a combination of careful planning and happy serendipity:
“We’ve been really thoughtful about [giving] our players what they’re hoping for, and hopefully delight them and surprise them in some big ways. I think those have landed. And we’ll just continue to sort of prime what we hope to be a very, very big year as we continue on here in 2026.
“Our franchise teams, and our game teams within those franchises, think a lot about, ‘What do we want to do next year? What do we want to do five years from now?’ Maybe, ‘What do we want to do 10 years from now?’ And we’ve organized our thinking and our strategic planning to make sure that comes together in a really thoughtful way. It’s very intentional how we’ve slate planned into the future.
“At the same time, the inorganic part was we sat back well over a year ago, and I said, ‘Look, there’s something bigger going on here, and I think we can marry this. I think we can make this a party on behalf of all of Blizzard Entertainment.’ And hopefully if you’re a fan of Blizzard, you’re gonna feel something bigger than just, ‘Oh, I got what I needed from Overwatch’ or, ‘I got what I needed from Diablo.’”
That idea – that this is a celebration of momentum across Blizzard, not just a series of game announcements – comes with a key extra detail: this is going to be a massive year. Showcase represents what Blizzard has to show us now, but its 2026 is far from over – not least with a return to the legendary BlizzCon later this year.
“Right now, we have a huge swath of announcements that our games have just brought forward. And why I say that is I think we’re pretty excited to say: There’s still BlizzCon coming in this calendar year, right? Imagine what else we’re stacking up.
“We’ve got to execute on that. We’ve got to make sure we’re delivering in a big way. But I think the teams are cooking. They’re very excited to bring some major announcements, maybe some surprises.”
We certainly haven’t seen everything Blizzard, and its games, will have to offer this year – but the wider point of this moment is to set the table for the future of the company. Blizzard is celebrating 35 years of existence by preparing for the next 35 years.
“I think there’s just an energy around this moment and how this is sort of a launching pad for a big future. It’s very fulfilling to be able to come into work and feel busy in that way, pressure in that way, stakes in that way. I think we’re all really proud of being able to try and pull it off. But again, it’s many years in the making.”
As Faries makes clear, that long-term thinking is being applied per-franchise, and per-game – making sure that it’s not just Blizzard’s future being considered, but how each individual title can thrive:
“What do we want the next 35 years to look like? What’s the vision? What’s the direction? We’ve set a lot in motion with respect to that, making sure we’re clear on it, making sure we’re coordinated on it, making sure that every year from this moment forward, there’s sort of a reliability that players can depend on us to launch in big ways, launch in surprising ways. Maybe take some zags!
“Not everything’s going to hit. That’s gaming. But in many ways, let’s understand where we are going – not only as a company, but by franchise, by game, right? I think at minimum, if you were to ask any of our major teams right now, ‘Hey, what’s your plan for the next three-, four-plus years?’, they have a very clear answer.
“I think this is just very much the beginning – I know you often kind of hear that – but I think ’26, in many ways, really represents a long road ahead of us in terms of things to be excited about.”
You can hear much more from Johanna Faries about Blizzard Showcase, BlizzCon, and Blizzard’s games on the Official Xbox Podcast right now
Following archaeologists and forensic anthropologists as they excavate the early American colony, Secrets of the Dead: Jamestown’s Dark Winter uncovers a dark secret hidden for more than 400 years – evidence of survival cannibalism at Jamestown during the winter of 1609, often referred to as the “starving time.”
Enduring the horrific voyage across the Atlantic, Jane arrived in the fall of 1609, just as the colonial president Captain John Smith was injured in a gunpowder explosion and sent back to England to recover. Without Captain Smith’s leadership, the documentary asserts, the colony and the relationship with the Powhatan Indians quickly deteriorated. The Powhatan Indians were unwilling to help the settlers when winter came. If the settlers left the fort to forage for food, the tribe saw this as trespassing and would kill them. The colonists were trapped and by November, they were completely without food. Eventually, 240 of the roughly 300 settlers at Jamestown died from starvation and disease. Source: Jamestown’s Dark Winter | About the Episode | Secrets of the Dead | PBS
Here are some other survival cannibalism incidents:
A sketch by Thomas Nickerson depicting the attack and sinking of the ship Essex. Credit: Nantucket Historical Association
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An American whaleship from Nantucket, Massachusetts, the Essex was attacked and sunk by a sperm whale in the southern Pacific Ocean in 1820. The twenty sailors of captain George Pollard, Jr.’s ship spent 90 days in a small whaling boat, resorting to cannibalism for survival. Eight of them survived and were rescued. First mate Owen Chase and cabin boy Thomas Nickerson wrote accounts of the ordeal, and the incident inspired Herman Melville’s 1851 novel Moby-Dick.
November 20, 1820, it was more than 1,500 nautical miles (2,800 km) from the Galapagos. That day whales were spotted, and three whaleboats were launched. The vessel commanded by Chase was damaged, however, and was forced to return to the Essex. While repairs were being made, a huge male sperm whale was spotted close to the ship. It was estimated to be 85 feet (26 meters) long; a typical male sperm whale was no bigger than 65 feet (20 meters). Later attempting to explain the normally timid creature’s unusual behavior, some have speculated that the hammering on the whaleboat sounded similar to the clicks made by whales to communicate. Under this theory, the agitated animal believed that the boat was actually another male that had entered his territory.
Source: Essex | Whaling Ship, Cannibalism, Book, Wreck, Model, & Survivors | Britannica
Sir John Franklin (1786–1847), English sea captain and Arctic explorer. Source: Dibner Library Portrait Collection
1845-48 Sir John Franklin’s Arctic Expedition
In May 19, 1845, an expedition led by Sir John Franklin set sail from England with 128 officers and men. Ships carried three years’ supply of food for 128 men. British whalers were the last to see the crew in July 1845. Three crew members perished in the winter of 1845-46 at Beechey Island, and by April 1848, Franklin and 23 others died. In April 1848, the ships were deserted, and survivors headed south, resorting to cannibalism. The combined evidence suggested that hypothermia, hunger,scurvy or lead poisoning, caused by eating badly tinned food, killed everyone on the expedition in the years following its last sighting.
James F. and Margaret (Keyes) Reed, members of the Donner Party.
1846-47 Donner Party
A group of American pioneers led by George Donner and James F. Reed, known as the Donner Party, set out for California in a wagon train. The journey normally took four to six months, but after trying a new route called the Hasting Cutoff, they spent five months in the winter of 1846-47 snowbound in Sierra Nevada – culminating in death and cannibalism. Of the 87 men, women and children, 46 survived. spacer
Donner partyIllustration of the camp at Donner Lake, California, November 1846.
Starvation and cannibalism
Most of the party thereupon built crude cabins near what is now known as Donner Lake. The Donners, whose progress was delayed by a wagon accident, made a similar camp a few miles farther east on the trail near Alder Creek. Eight days of almost continuous snow followed, during which time many of the oxen, the chief reserve of food, wandered off and were lost. On November 20 Patrick Breen, whose family had joined the party in Independence, Missouri, began a diary which he continued until March 1. Breen’s account of the winter of 1846–47 would provide the only contemporary written record of the Donner party’s ordeal.
After dogs and cowhides had been devoured, many deaths occurred, and the survivors were forced to resort to cannibalism of the dead bodies. The last survivor, Lewis Keseberg, who had supported himself during the last weeks by cannibalism, did not leave camp until April 21. Five of the emigrants died before reaching the mountain camps, 34 at the camps or on the mountains while attempting to cross, and one just after reaching the settlements. Two men who had joined the party at the lake also died. The total of deaths was thus 42, with 47 survivors. spacer spacer
Donner party Illustration depicting the arrival of a relief party during an attempted rescue of the Donner party, February 1847.
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Alferd Packer, 1874 Source: Colorado State Archives: The Alferd Packer Collection
1873-74 Alferd Packer
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Alfred G. “Alferd” Packer was an American prospector who confessed to cannibalism during the winter of 1874. He and 20 others departed Provo, Utah for the San Juan Mountains in the Colorado Territory in November 1873. In February 1874, Packer and five men broke away from the rest of their group and attempted to travel through the mountains of Colorado during the peak of harsh winter. When Packer emerged from the woods alone in April of 1874, he claimed that the others had killed each other for food. Packer was tried for murder and eventually sentenced to 40 years in prison after being convicted of manslaughter.
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1972 Andes Flight Survivors
On October 13, 1972, chartered flight Uruguayan Air Force Flight 572, carrying 45 people including rugby team members from Stella Maris College in Montevideo and their family members, crashed in the Andes. The rescue operations at the crash site did not begin until December 22, 1972, and the survivors resorted to cannibalism while trapped at the crash site. The story of the survivors was chronicled in Piers Paul Read’s 1974 book, Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors, in a 1993 film adaptation of the book, called simply Alive, and in a 2008 documentary: Stranded: I’ve Come From a Plane That Crashed on the Mountains.
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View of the Crash Memorial in February 2006. Credit: BoomerKC
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