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Adele says she has quit drinking after being a ‘borderline alcoholic’

Singer tells fans at Vegas residency she misses alcohol ‘so much’ after giving up drinking a few months ago

The Guardian - UK

Adele says she gave up alcohol over three months ago after becoming ‘borderline alcoholic’ in her 20s

The British hitmaker, 35, admitted she was finding her newfound sobriety ‘boring’

Evening Standard

Violent killer ‘missed at least five meetings with substance misuse worker’

Damien Bendall did not tell the truth about the extent of his drug and alcohol use when he finally attended a meeting, a coroner has been told.

The Independent UK

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How Fucking My Back Up Deadlifting People When I Was Wasted Inspired Me To Be Sober-Curious

I just can’t handle the hangxiety anymore.

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‘Crippling menopause symptoms drove me to drink three bottles of wine a day’

Lindsey Beveridge tells Maya Oppenheim how agonising symptoms exacerbated her addiction as study finds women are spending more on alcohol than food to cope

The Independent UK

Glimpse of red undies helps police nab man who terrified customers

The masked man brandished a butcher's cleaver in a 'terrifying ordeal'.

The Canberra Times

Wine-based tourism and international tourist flow can improve Maharashtra's GDP by nearly 20%: Report

MUMBAI: In the economic value of the Indian alcoholic beverage industry Maharashtra has been ranked the fifth state after Tamil Nadu, UP, Telangana and K'taka with Nashik emerging as the ‘Wine Capital of India’.

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Tommy Lee claims he drank two gallons of vodka a day at height of his alcohol problem

The Mötley Crüe drummer said it was ‘easy to fall in love’ with alcohol at the peak of his superstardom

Evening Standard

Country NSW faces wait for drug-user units in hospitals

Specialised units will be set up in Sydney to cater for those undergoing acute drug- or alcohol-induced disturbances, but regional NSW facilities are on hold.

AAP

Thieves carry out $1.6m heist at Florida alcohol distribution centre

One of America’s largest wine and spirt distributors carrying brands like Malibu was raided in Tampa, with $1.6 million worth of stock taken

The Independent UK

Police issue 24 fines for Covid breaches at Tory party attended by Shaun Bailey

Met initially took no action but reopened inquiry after video showed staff drinking alcohol and dancing

The Guardian - UK

Hospital beds, scalped tickets and illicit booze: India sets up for Pakistan

Fans have been booking medical procedures to guarantee a bed for the night while the price of admission and alcohol have rocketed in ‘dry’ Ahmedabad

The Guardian - UK

Former cop arrested on charge of attacking police officer in Kochi

A retired police officer, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, stabbed an assistant sub inspector of Eloor police station, leaving him with an injury on the arm that needed a minor surgery. The accused, Paul Francis, 63, of Manjummel, who had retired from the Crime Branch, was eventually overpowered and…

The Hindu

‘I don’t sleep, I feel unwell’: how London’s brutal rental market is ruining tenants’ mental health

As data reveals that a fifth of tenants in the capital are turning to alcohol to cope with stress caused by the housing crisis, two people on the front line of the crisis share their stories

Evening Standard

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Do stress and depression increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease? Here's why there might be a link

Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high blood pressure, poor sleep, and physical inactivity. Meanwhile, keeping cognitively, physically, and socially active, and limiting alcohol consumption, can reduce the risk.

Reason

The Bad Law That Made Good Bars

New York's Raines Law meant to crack down on drinking, but it instead gave rise to an industry of hotel brothels.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s like trying to quit smoking’: why are 1 in 7 of us addicted to ultra-processed foods?

Biscuits, ice-cream and fizzy drinks can be just as addictive as alcohol and cigarettes, research has found. What are they doing to our bodies – and how can we kick the habit?

The Independent UK

Jeremy Allen White reportedly set to undergo alcohol testing in order to see his children

Actor will have to abide by multiple stipulations to see his children

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The Hindu

Spring cleaning: On GST regime reform

The Goods and Services Tax regime needs a holistic reform plan

The Independent UK

State of ‘escape’ prison laid bare as inmates secretly brew alcohol in cells

Conditions at HMP Wandsworth were described as ‘unacceptable’ and ‘inhumane’

The Hindu

World Mental Health Day: Psych warns of mobile phone addiction

Seven-year-old Ramesh's addiction to online games led to him threatening his parents. Psychiatrist Madhu Bindu provided 'Play Therapy' to help him overcome it. Mental health issues are on the rise, with only 0.75 psychiatrists per one lakh population in India. People should pursue healthy hobbies instead of getting glued to…

Evening Standard

Emma Willis says friends of her and husband Matt opened up about addiction issues post-documentary

The presenter featured in the BBC film Matt Willis: Fighting Addiction with her Busted musician husband about his long-standing issues with drugs and alcohol

The Independent UK

Far more women executives experience stress than men with addiction problems common

Exclusive: Four in ten women in high-paid jobs say they take recreational drugs more than once a week – with three in ten saying they consume drugs during work day

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People Caught With Drugs In NSW Will No Longer Be Treated As Criminals Under New Laws

"Whilst we would prefer fines were removed altogether, this is a move in the right direction," an Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) spokesperson told PTV.

The Hindu

How Odisha gram panchayats said ‘no’ to alcohol for decades

In Rayagada district, seven gram panchayats have chosen to prohibit the sale of liquor and tobacco products. This tradition has been followed for decades, and is enforced by warnings and non-cooperation policies.

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