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Deaths caused by alcohol spiked during pandemic

That’s the highest rate recorded in at least 40 years.

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Coronation Street’s Simon Gregson says he has quit cigarettes and alcohol after drunken Grand National bust up

The actor was quizzed in the back of a police van in April after incident in a Toby Carvery pub after attending the Grand National

Evening Standard

Has Wales' 'Strongbow Tax' worked since it was brought in to address problem drinking?

The policy was controversial when it was introduced

Wales Online

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After descent into alcoholism cost him City Council seat, Proco Joe Moreno hits the comeback trail

In a soul-searching interview with the Chicago Sun-Times, former Ald. Proco Joe Moreno (1st) talked about going into his own tailspin after failing to talk a beloved friend out of committing suicide.

Chicago Sun-Times

Health minister says he raised concerns about relaxing Ireland’s licensing laws

It was reported that health concerns about expanding the hours when alcohol can be sold were not shared at Cabinet.

The Independent UK

Best alcohol deals for Black Friday 2022: Offers on M&S Snow Globe Gin, whisky, wine and more

Because cut price booze tastes all the sweeter

Evening Standard

Millions of Brits admit to drinking before big events - like funerals or job interviews

Nearly half of Brits say they have had an alcoholic beverage before a social event to boost their confidence - with family gatherings among such occasions

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Barmaid scars boy for life in BMW crash after turning to drink following daughter's death

Terri Parker, a barmaid, crashed the car whilst looking after the lad and another six-month-old child, who were both passengers in the back of the BMW.

Daily Mirror

Alcohol death toll is growing, US government reports say

The rate of deaths that can be directly attributed to alcohol rose nearly 30% in the U.S. during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic

The Independent UK

Glastonbury: What are the rules on taking alcohol to the festival?

Glass bottles are not permitted inside the festival

The Independent UK

12 children tried to take their life in 7 weeks at a single school as mental health crisis deepens

Number of children with safeguarding issues has rocketed with problems including anorexia, domestic violence and drug or alcohol abuse in their home

Wales Online

Foster parent who cared for up to 300 boys pleads guilty to historic child sexual abuse in Canberra

The victim says he was 13 years old when Christopher Cooksley abused him in the 1980s, leading the boy to rely on drugs and alcohol to cope.

ABC News

Cullercoats Coffee Company granted alcohol licence for Tynemouth venue despite police objection

Councillors have approved plans for customers to drink outside the venue

Chronicle Live

7 key revelations from Parkland shooting trial from chilling letters to Nazi fascination

Nikolas Cruz was 19 at the time of the deadly Stoneman Douglas High School shooting when authorities missed several opportunities to deal with the deeply troubled gunman's behaviour in Parkland, Florida, US

Daily Mirror

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Woman's message to thieves who smashed in to new home

Electrical items, jewellery and even alcohol was stolen during the break in

The Independent UK

Heavy drinking accounts for a fifth of deaths in Americans aged 20 to 49, study shows

The causes of death considered in the study included liver disease, vehicular accidents and alcohol poisoning

The Independent UK

Former US soccer star Hope Solo’s DWI arrest with twin toddlers in backseat captured on bodycam video

Women’s World Cup winner described 31 March 2022 incident as ‘worst mistake of my life’

The Conversation

Why New Zealand must consider restricting alcohol sponsorship of broadcast sports as part of a wider law reform

For those concerned about the public health impacts of alcohol, the government’s recent policy announcement was perhaps a little “glass half empty” to be cause for outright celebration.

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Evening Standard

Best alcoholic Christmas drinks 2022: Festive gin, whisky and more

It’s time to get in the Christmas spirit, good and proper

Wales Online

Dad who was drinking 4 bottles of wine a day tried to burn down dream home after losing job and family

Daniel Fincham, who was addicted to alcohol and gambling, realised he had hit rock bottom as he sat in a prison cell

Chicago Sun-Times

Mirin — here’s what you need to know about the sweet and versatile Japanese rice wine

Mirin is made of glutinous rice, rice koji and shochu distilled liquor and its maturation process takes one to two months.

Glasgow Live

Drink drive Paisley mum behind wheel of BMW in 'stupid' late night dash to sick toddler

Paisley Sheriff Court heard that Sakhile Khumalo admitted to driving on October 5 in Canal Street with no insurance and with 63mg of alcohol in 100ml of breath.

ABC News

Alcohol data dashboard still in the works after bans lifted, as assaults surge in Alice Springs

A lobby group has called on the Northern Territory government to release data showing the extent of the harm caused by the lifting of long-term alcohol bans in July.

Evening Standard

Addiction soars as cost-of-living crisis bites

Charities warn people are turning to drugs and alcohol as bills soar

ABC News

Melbourne Cup day usually sees an increase in domestic violence — and alcohol is just one of many complex reasons why

Not everyone looks forward to the Melbourne Cup. Domestic violence and emergency services ready themselves for a potential increase in calls, call-outs and admissions — and alcohol is just one reason why.

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