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Is ‘coasting’ the perfect way to enjoy an alcoholic drink this New Year’s Eve?

Retailers say appetite for alcoholic drinks that are about half the strength of the traditional versions is soaring

The Guardian - UK

How to party like an ancient Greek

Parties in ancient Greece were wild, with evidence of copious alcohol and sex. That’s the popular idea that endures today.

The Conversation

Offenders in England and Wales to have alcohol levels tracked over new year period

Sobriety tags worn by thousands released from prison or serving community sentences will monitor wearers’ sweat

The Guardian - UK

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New 2026 laws from ‘red stripe’ on driver’s licenses to ‘America First’ plates on roads

California is targeting high prescription drug prices by getting into the business itself

The Independent UK

Bartender arrested over teen’s death from alcohol consumption

Teenager Maria Cecilia De Jesus-Garcia worked as a hostess and was given alcohol by the bartender after the restaurant closed for the evening, police said

The Independent UK

‘Just like so many families’: US parents of addicted kids relate to the Reiners – but fear stigma

The challenges of drug and alcohol addiction are familiar, but violence against others is highly unusual, parents say

The Guardian - US

Restaurants slam new alcohol law

The Restaurant Association opposes the new alcohol law requiring restaurant operators to share some responsibility for any issues caused by drunk patrons.

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Gen Z thinks it has become more socially acceptable to drive while over drinking limit

The findings have been called ‘extremely worrying’

The Independent UK

The reason Brits are ditching alcohol in January – and it’s not health

A "staggering" 17.5 million individuals plan to abstain from alcohol in January

The Independent UK

Two young British women went on a dream backpacking holiday. Only one came back alive

IN FOCUS: Bethany Clarke’s friend was one of six foreigners who died after drinking tainted vodka at a Laotian hotel. More than a year later, the family and friends of those killed are calling for changes to protect travellers – and justice for their deaths. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar reports

The Independent UK

Got a new phone? These 4 essential cleaning supplies will keep it looking that way

It doesn't take much to keep your phone looking its best — just these four common household items you should always have on hand for regular cleaning.

Tom’s Guide

No pain, no game: how South Korea turned itself into a gaming powerhouse

Gaming was once compared to drugs, gambling and alcohol in South Korea. Now its gaming academies offer a chance to earn a six-figure salary – if you make the grade

The Guardian - AU

41 Times Workplace Drama Escalated Into Full Scandals

The typical workplace is usually pretty boring, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. A lack of drama lets employees focus on their responsibilities. But people are people, and sooner or later, something always gets stirred up. One online discussion has everyone sharing the biggest scandals to shake their offices.…

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'Risky time': festive-season alert for emergency spike

The festive period is expected to be busy for emergency services, with data showing spikes in alcohol-related injuries, drownings and road crashes.

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The Guardian - UK

Scottish whisky market slides into supply glut amid falling sales and US tariffs

Global sales fall by 3% in third consecutive year of decline as distilleries scale back production or expand storage

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Guy Says Fam Is “Wild” At Christmas, GF Unprepared For Screaming Matches And Alcohol-Fueled Fights

A Christmas dinner was supposed to be a cozy celebration with her partner’s family. Instead, it quickly turned into a chaotic spectacle of shouting, swearing, and flying chocolates. What she expected to be a few harmless drinks and festive fun became a day of emotional outbursts, arguments, and drunken antics…

The Guardian - AU

After getting so drunk I hugged a bouncer before blacking out, I wondered, what does alcohol do to our brains?

Why do some people get drunk more quickly and feel more impaired? Biology and genetics play a role but alcohol’s effects on the brain are complex

Fortune

Supporting moderation: beer’s structural advantage in the no-alcohol space

In 2024, no-alcohol beer accounted for 95% of all no-alcohol adult beverages globally, and volumes are projected to reach 10 billion liters by 2030.

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The Mary Sue

Server shares what they really think of customers who do this when showing ID for alcohol: ‘No cause how many times do they have to be told’

We’ve all been there. It’s a Wednesday night. You’ve had a long day. Cooking feels impossible, so you schlep to your neighborhood Chili’s. Maybe you’re fiending for some Classic Nachos, or maybe you’re mostly looking forward to a nice, big margarita.

Tom’s Guide

Stop having this popular festive drink if you want better sleep over the holidays, expert warns

Expert reveals why your favorite Christmas drink might actually be wrecking your sleep over the holidays

The Independent UK

British people drinking less alcohol than at any time on record with a pub closing each day of 2025

People in the UK are drinking more than a quarter less than a peak two decades ago

International Business Times UK

Anunay Sood Cause of Death: Why His Accidental Fentanyl Exposure Is Alarming Travellers Worldwide

Authorities confirm Anunay Sood died from accidental fentanyl and alcohol toxicity, raising fresh safety concerns for travellers worldwide.

The Independent UK

Long queues and high prices as Saudi Arabia quietly expands its only alcohol store

Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam, has banned alcohol since the early 1950s

The Independent UK

Missouri man accused of ‘executing’ the mother of his child after she took coins from his collection

Alan Michael Mellow allegedly shot 30-year-old Hannah Lee Blizard multiple times in the head at close range

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Man presents a valid government ID to buy alcohol, but the cashier’s next request left him absolutely stunned

They had legal grounds to do so.

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