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Passengers to be surveyed as ScotRail considers ending alcohol ban

RAIL passengers are being surveyed for their thoughts on ending the ban on drinking alcohol on ScotRail services ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2023

WHO Calls for Punitive Booze and Soda Taxes on the Anniversary of Prohibition Repeal

Nannies never fall out of love with failed authoritarianism and curbs on freedom of choice.

Reason · Dec 8, 2023

Expanded Sunday alcohol sales gets underway this weekend in Lexington

This Sunday marks the beginning of expanded alcohol sales in Lexington. Restaurants and bars will be able to serve alcohol by the drink starting at 6:00 A.M.

WEKU · Dec 8, 2023

What is needle spiking, and how can I protect myself?

Last week two young Australian women spoke candidly to the ABC about being sexually assaulted while on holidays. The alleged incidents occurred in Greece in 2022 and in Hawaii in 2019.

The Conversation · Dec 6, 2023

The US is poised to require foreign aircraft-repair shops to test workers for drugs and alcohol

The federal government will propose to require drug and alcohol testing for employees of foreign aircraft-repair shops outside the United States

The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2023

Drunk policeman kills woman

A drunken policeman collided with a motorcycle in Kanchanaburi, killing the rider. The officer, who was driving his own pick-up, was found to have six times the legal alcohol limit in his blood.

Bangkok Post · Dec 6, 2023

Repeal Day Lessons for Tobacco Prohibitionists

Today’s nicotine prohibitionists may do well to take a few moments to contemplate their anti-alcohol predecessors.

Reason · Dec 5, 2023

Groups want govt to scrap 4am opening

Some groups want the government to rethink its plan to allow bars, clubs and other entertainment venues to operate until 4am, saying authorities have not taken the necessary precautions to prevent alcohol-related accidents.

Bangkok Post · Dec 5, 2023

Premier backs tougher liquor laws for tourism hotspot

Stricter alcohol restrictions for tourist hotspot Broome are on the cards as community concerns mount about worsening anti-social behaviour.

AAP · Dec 4, 2023

BCG revaccination study in high-risk adults to begin in 23 States

23 States to participate in BCG revaccination study in adults to assess effectiveness in reducing TB incidence. High-risk groups targeted: those over 50, prior TB, underweight, diabetics, smokers, alcoholics. Phase-1 in UP & MP. Mixed results from other countries, but 2 Indian studies found BCG revaccination in adults to be…

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023