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Your phone is covered in germs: a tech expert explains how to clean it without doing damage

We wash our hands, sanitise shopping trolleys and wipe down cafe tables. But what about our phones? We touch these devices dozens of times a day, and take them everywhere from the kitchen to the dining table, and even the bathroom.

The Conversation

No, Gen Z Isn't Drinking Less for 'Wellness' — They Simply Can't Afford To

Gen Z's elder rung of 21- to 28-year-olds have been given the keys to drive the U.S. alcohol market. But to the concern and chagrin of the industry, they make up a miniscule percentile of total booze spending.

Benzinga

‘Do you know what that is?’: SoCal woman goes to buy a Feel Free from the gas station. Then a worker steps in and warns her

A Southern California woman is issuing a PSA after an attempt at a quick pick-me-up led to her vowing never to purchase this product again. But was the gas station worker’s warning against Feel Free alarmist—or is the alcohol alternative as dangerous as everyone says?

The Mary Sue

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I wallowed in booze for four decades. Here’s what five sober years have taught me

To give up drinking once seemed unthinkable – and when I finally made the leap, it didn’t go quite as expected

The Guardian - UK

What the heck is ‘scrumping’? Why humans are so good at digesting alcohol

African apes may be able to better metabolize alcohol, allowing them to eat nearly 10 pounds of fruit a day

The Independent UK

What? They’re doing raves in the morning now? With coffee? At a cafe?

Daisy Dumas road tests a coffee rave in Sydney where there’s no alcohol and people dance all morning … sober

The Guardian - AU

Technology could open up new ways to track prisoners

Technology firms have apparently suggested placing tracking devices or a microchip under the skin of convicted criminals to monitor them in prison or when they come out, according to a recent report in the Guardian. Though the idea raises questions about human rights, the technology is certainly developing that could…

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Welcome to adult summer camp! Where alcohol is aplenty and participants can’t let go of childhood

Adult summer camps are booming as grown-ups relive childhood activities, now with alcohol

The Independent UK

Some rural Texans see THC as a lifeline for their health and economy

As lawmakers continue to debate banning hemp-derived THC, some rural Texans say it helps ease addiction, health concerns and economic woes that hit their communities the hardest.

The Texas Tribune

China's fiery baijiu spirit evolves to attract younger drinkers

The traditional Chinese spirit baijiu is being reinvented to attract younger generations

The Independent UK

"I'm always looking for the rainbow I can't find": At the Classic Rock Awards in 2008, Ozzy Osbourne gave one of his most revealing interviews

After picking up the Living Legend Award at the 2008 Classic Rock Roll Of Honour, Ozzy sat down to talk about being Ozzy Osbourne

Metal Hammer

Bombshell New Royal Book Claims Queen Elizabeth Avoided Princess Margaret's Fate Because of Queen Mother's Ironic "Tragedy"

A biographer claims Margaret's personality was impacted because of her mother's drinking.

Marie Claire

Vodka seltzers mislabeled as energy drinks trigger product recall

Packaging mixup resulted in drinks labeled as Celsius energy drinks actually containing High Noon vodka seltzers

The Guardian - US

Celcius Energy Drink Lawsuit Coming? FDA Recalls Product For Traces Of 'Alcohol'

A vodka seltzer mix-up in Celsius cans prompts an FDA-backed recall and legal scrutiny, raising concerns about branding, safety, and supply chain accountability.

International Business Times UK

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Fortune

To prevent 'unintentional alcohol ingestion,' High Noon is recalling vodka seltzers mislabeled as Celsius energy drinks

High Noon withdraws, partner.

International Business Times UK

Labour Accused Of 'Creeping Back To The EU' As UK Cars Set To Be Fitted With Breathalysers And Crash Recorders

Labour faces criticism for plans to fit UK cars with breathalysers and crash recorders under proposed EU-aligned safety regulations.

Clever Dude

6 Warning Signs Your Alcohol’s Gone Bad and Isn’t Safe to Drink

Whether it’s a forgotten bottle in the back of your cabinet or something you inherited during a party, not all alcohol stays good forever. While high-proof spirits like vodka or whiskey can last a long time unopened, even they have limits—especially once exposed to air, light, or heat. From funky…

Benzinga

Bausch Health Adds Late-Stage Ready Alcohol Liver Disease Drug Candidate In $63 Million DURECT Buyout

Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC) on Tuesday agreed to indirectly acquire DURECT Corp (NASDAQ:DRRX), including a novel therapeutic molecule, larsucosterol.

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The Independent UK

Alcohol warning to holidaymakers as police start breathalysing at UK airport

Durham Constabulary said 104 out of the 105 people randomly stopped and breathalysed had zero alcohol in their system

Euronews

Liver cancer cases could double by 2050. A new study says 60% are preventable

Experts call for urgent global action on hepatitis, alcohol, and obesity as new data shows that while preventable liver cancer cases are on the rise, the right mix of policy, prevention, and public awareness could save millions of lives.

The Independent UK

Leah Williamson reveals which Lioness goes hardest on a victory night out

‘She’s never drunk a drop of alcohol,’ England captain said of the player in question

The Independent UK

The simple changes that could prevent three in five liver cancer cases

The majority of liver cancer cases are preventable

The Guardian - UK

Lifestyle changes and vaccination ‘could prevent most liver cancer cases’

Lancet Commission says three in five cases preventable with action on obesity, alcohol and hepatitis

Evening Standard

Obesity to fuel rise in liver cancer cases – study

By 2025, 11% of liver cancers will be linked to obesity.

Reason

Pennsylvania's Liquor Monopoly Is Imposing a New Fee That Will Cost $15 Million Per Year

The new warehousing fee targets booze producers, but drinkers could end up paying most of the tab.

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