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Drunk raccoon found passed out in liquor store after boozy escapade

Staff arriving at the store discovered alcohol pooled across the floor, initially suspecting a human intruder.

The Independent UK

Three ways climate change affects mental health – and why the story is more hopeful than it might seem

As headlines about heatwaves, floods and wildfires become more frequent, many people report a growing sense of worry about what climate change means for their future. Some recent media reports have even suggested that emotions like “eco-grief” could drive people toward unhealthy coping strategies, including increased use of alcohol or…

The Conversation

Half of women plan to avoid Christmas parties this year over safety fears, according to poll

Research also revealed 46 per cent of women are concerned about drinking alcohol at work events

Evening Standard

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9 Daily Habits That Quietly Shorten Life Expectancy After 65

Life expectancy after 65 is shaped not only by genetics and medical care but also by daily habits. Seniors often underestimate how routine choices—what they...

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More pregnant women turning to low-alcohol drinks, study reveals

Experts are calling for clearer labelling

The Independent UK

When it comes to alcohol, gambling and domestic violence in Australia, it’s essential we connect the dots

What is happening behind closed doors in your street while the game is on, the grog is flowing and the bets are failing?

The Guardian - AU

Brain damage, blindness and death: the global trail of trauma left by methanol-laced alcohol

Methanol, a cheap relative of ethanol, is entering the supply chain, causing thousands of deaths around the world

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Why Millennials and Gen Z Are Driving the Boom in Non-Alcoholic Beer and Functional Beverages

Millennials and Gen Z are rewriting the rules of what it means to enjoy a drink. Instead of reaching for traditional alcohol, they’re embracing non-alcoholic beer and functional beverages that promise more than just refreshment. This shift isn’t about abstinence. For younger generations, beverages are no longer just social lubricants;…

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Pubs warn alcohol prices will rise even more as industry hit by 'brutal' Budget

A slew of price increases are hitting pubs after Rachel Reeves’ budget, with many doomed to close

Evening Standard

Here's what to know about the federal ban threatening the market for THC-infused drinks and snacks

THC-infused drinks and snacks have soared in popularity as alcohol sales have declined in recent years

The Independent UK

8 ways to drink less during the silly season

“We must have a drink before the end of the year!”

The Conversation

Men’s drinking harms women and children, and the impact is worst in poorer countries

Drinking alcohol is known to be harmful to people’s health. It’s also known to be harmful in other ways.

The Conversation

Māori face harsher sentences than NZ Europeans for similar drink-driving offences – with lasting consequences

People of Māori descent account for just a fifth of Aotearoa’s population, but are overrepresented at every stage of the criminal justice system. They comprise 37% of people prosecuted by police, 45% of those convicted and 52% of the prison population.

The Conversation

Alcohol consumption: Who are the heaviest drinkers in the EU?

Most EU countries drank less between 2013 and 2023, but Portugal, Spain and Romania bucked the trend, with per-capita alcohol use climbing by two litres or more.

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How to Clean Your Gaming PC Safely: Proper Dust Cleaning and PC Maintenance Tips

Regular cleaning prevents overheating and boosts PC performance. Learn how to clean your gaming PC safely with dust cleaning tips and essential PC maintenance steps.

The Independent UK

New cheap flights to UAE announced – but how far would you travel on a budget airline?

The Air Arabia journey takes 7h 50m in a narrow-bodied jet with no inflight entertainment nor alcohol

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Jodie Sweetin turned to alcohol at 14

Jodie Sweetin was just 14 years old when she tried alcohol for the first time and got "blackout" drunk.

The Independent UK

How to protect your health during Christmas party season and avoid burnout

Balance is essential to maintaining your wellbeing during the festive season

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Paul Gascoigne reflects on ‘rock bottom’ moment of his life

Gascoigne had failed to make the England squad as he was grappling with the alcohol-related death of a close friend

Woman & Home

'I thought the slurring and falling over was because she was drinking' - Ruthie Henshall's guilt over not recognising signs of dementia in her mum

The West End star believed her mum's experiences were related to mental health issues and alcohol consumption

The Independent UK

Guinness lovers divided over new 60/40 pint: ‘It should be illegal’

This hybrid pour offers a lower alcohol take on the black stuff

Evening Standard

'It should be illegal' New '60/40' Guinness drink served at a pub sparks debate on social media

The internet is split on the new lower alcohol Guinness alternative

The Mary Sue

‘What a scary mistake!’: Michigan woman who’s been sober for a ‘really long time’ orders a mocktail at a restaurant. Then she takes a sip

Over the past few years, a growing number of people under the age of 35 say they’re losing interest in drinking alcohol.

Euronews

Thailand ends its afternoon alcohol ban: Here’s what travellers need to know

The afternoon alcohol sales ban dated to 1972, when it was passed to prevent civil servants from drinking during the workday.

The Independent UK

Millie Mackintosh and Professor David Nutt on sobriety and the true cost of drinking alcohol

Influencer Millie Mackintosh hit our TV screens in the early 2010s on hit reality show Made In Chelsea. Since then, she’s made the life changing decision to quit drinking. Now, she loves her sober lifestyle and supports a huge sober curious community online. In the latest episode of the Well…

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