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‘This is the dark art’: new book claims pattern of personal attacks by Murdoch media empire

In a book dedicated to ‘the bullied’, two former News Corp journalists outline a behaviour pattern they call ‘getting Murdoched’, which they say harms individuals and public debate

The Guardian - AU · Jul 1

John Lewis obituary

Other lives: Chemist who played a key role in the development of an alternative medication to morphine and methadone

The Guardian - UK · Nov 23, 2025

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…

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2025

‘Gaba is the off switch of the brain’: Is it also the answer to better sleep, sobriety and less anxiety?

Products that enhance the uptake of this neurotransmitter are burgeoning - including drinks that mimic the effects of alcohol, without the hangover. Here’s what happened when I tried them

The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2025

Don't want to do Dry January? Try this alcohol expert's three simple rules for healthier drinking instead

Mindful drinking can be a year-round practice with these simple tips

The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2025

Why going sober was one of the best things I’ve ever done (cloned)

IN FOCUS: For Harry Bullmore, alcohol played a part in many fond memories – but when he experimented with giving it up, several surprising benefits persuaded him to reassess his relationship with drinking

The Independent UK · Jan 2, 2025

This alcohol-free spirit actually makes you feel tipsy – here’s how

While many non-alcoholic drinks want to replicate the taste of a tipple, Sentia wants to replicate the effects

The Independent UK · Jan 2, 2025

The Standard 100: People shaping London in Science & Medicine and Environment

The Standard 100’s list of people shaping London include categories for Science & Medicine and the Environment: among those named are Tim Spector and the Duke of Westminster

Evening Standard · Oct 29, 2024

Former government drugs adviser launches booze-less drink designed to 'enhance human connection'

New non-alcoholic drink designed to invoke joy

Evening Standard · Sep 19, 2024

OPINION - David Nutt: Psychedelic drugs can treat addictions — it's time we got over our moralistic fears

Many people are aware of the recent resurgence of interest in psychedelics, from new studies in depression to Prince Harry’s use to deal with his psychological problems. What is less well-known is that psychedelics are now being used to treat addiction, especially alcoholism. And that has a long history.

Evening Standard · Feb 8, 2024