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Laos defends handling of tainted-alcohol deaths

Authorities in Laos said on Saturday they could not determine blame or cause of death in 2024 of six tourists previously linked to methanol-tainted alcohol because their families had refused to allow autopsies.

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FIFA World Cup beer sales are hopping. Brewers hope the stout demand outlasts the tournament

In the U.S., beer consumption has fallen steadily for a decade, according to the Brewers Association, a trade group for craft brewers. Canada has seen a similar decline, according to the national statistics agency. The Brewers of Europe trade association says the story is the same in the European Union.

The Economic Times

The World Cup gave beer sales a boost. But will it last?

The World Cup has been a bonanza for beer in the United States

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Fatty Liver? These 3 Science-Backed Drinks May Help

Fatty liver disease often develops silently, showing few or no symptoms until the condition becomes more serious. Modern lifestyles, processed foods, lack of exercise, and excess alcohol have made it increasingly common worldwide. While there is no magic drink that can cure fatty liver, experts say that combining a healthy…

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Using Alcohol to Cope with Stress in Early Adulthood May Permanently Alter How Your Brain Handles Future Stress

New 2026 research finds stress-driven drinking in early adulthood may permanently damage brain circuitry linked to decision-making, relapse, and cognitive decline.

Medical Daily

Can you be charged with drunk driving if you only smell of alcohol?

The Uttarakhand High Court stated alcohol smell alone is insufficient for drunk driving charges. Scientific evidence like blood tests is now mandatory to prove intoxication levels. This ruling came after a fatal road accident involving Amar Singh near Badrinath Dham. The court quashed culpable homicide charges due to lack of…

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The 2026 World Cup has been a tournament where alcohol brands hoped to win influence through sponsorship

The 2026 men’s football World Cup has provided great goals, shock results and plenty of entertainment. It has also been extremely lucrative, earning Fifa billions of dollars in broadcasting rights, ticket sales and commercial sponsorship.

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India-UK trade deal: Luxury cars get cheaper, but your Scotch will have to wait

British carmakers are quickly passing on tariff benefits from the India-UK CETA trade agreement. Price reductions for Scotch whisky and gin will take longer to reach consumers. Jaguar Land Rover and McLaren have already announced cuts on UK-built car models. Alcohol remains heavily taxed, impacting the speed of price adjustments…

The Economic Times

Grieving dad backs testing tool for invisible killer

Researchers have developed laser technology that can detect deadly chemicals such as methanol in sealed alcohol bottles.

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Heavy Chili Pepper Consumption Linked to Substantially Higher Esophageal Cancer Risk, Review Finds

A meta-analysis found that heavy chili pepper consumption is linked to higher esophageal cancer risk. Here's what the research actually shows about spicy food and cancer.

Medical Daily

One state is making it easier for grandma and grandpa to drink in their assisted living home

The new law goes into effect on August 1

The Independent UK

Berlin man charged with 22 counts of raping unconscious women and filming the assaults

Assailant allegedly sedated victims using sleeping tablets and alcohol after meeting them online

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Speeding boat called Peaky Blinder in fatal harbour crash was driven by drunk man, investigation reveals

The friends were returning from a social trip when the accident happened

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UK issues deadly methanol poisoning warning for 29 holiday destinations

Indonesia, Laos and Vietnam are among the tourist hotspots listed by the UK Government

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Families and survivors of methanol poisonings alert tourists about risks

The ‘Know the Signs’ campaign is aimed at preventing poisoning tragedies abroad

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"The nurse gave me a note that said, 'If you have a drink, you will die.' I had a glass of wine." Phil Collins opens up about his past struggles with alcohol addiction, and reveals how Eric Clapton offered help in his darkest hours

"I was very close to dying"

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NY woman pulls over after severe migraine. But a cop allegedly detains her despite zero blood alcohol content. Then her driver’s license is suspended

She says she did what she has been taught to do.

The Economic Times

Croatian town bans night alcohol sales to curb rowdy tourists

Makarska, a Croatian resort, has banned overnight alcohol sales in shops. This measure aims to prevent public drinking and maintain order for residents and visitors. Other tourist destinations like Split are also considering similar restrictions. Tourism is a significant economic driver for Croatia, attracting millions annually. These new regulations reflect…

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Why the Road From Gangtok to Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim Breaks You Before It Rewards You

The Road Is the First ArgumentYou leave Gangtok before sunrise because you have to. The drive to Gurudongmar Lake takes anywhere from five to six hours one way, and the last army checkpoint at Thangu closes to civilian vehicles by a hard deadline that does not negotiate. So you are…

Woman & Home

There's always a "twist" with Ninja - and their delicious frozen drinks maker will delight summer hosts

Whether it's two flavours or offering an alternative to dairy and alcohol, the Ninja Slushi twist has it all

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UK’s alcohol-free beer boom threatened by official definition, trade body warns

BBPA wants guidelines for beer to be classed as non-alcoholic to be changed from 0.05% to 0.5%

Evening Standard

Pubs to serve more than 64 million pints of no and low alcohol beer this summer

The British Beer and Pub Association said the ‘staggering’ growth proved that no and low beers had become a ‘defining part’ of the sector.

The Independent UK

Questions over ‘alcohol free’ definition as pubs set to serve more than 64 million pints

Many other countries define alcohol free as 0.5% ABV

The Economic Times

Schedule H1 explained: Why did India tighten its prescription rules for high-alcohol medicines?

Schedule H1 Explained: High-alcohol oral medicines now require a doctor's prescription under Schedule H1. This stricter classification mandates detailed sales records for pharmacies. The government aims to prevent misuse and diversion of these potent preparations. Previously exempt alcohol-based tonics face new licensing and prescription rules. Patients will need valid prescriptions…

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Archaeologists opened a 2,300-year-old bronze bottle in China—it still contained beer with more than 2,400 compounds, revealing a recipe never recorded in historical texts

Archaeologists discovered a sealed bronze bottle containing ancient beer. This remarkable find offered insights into Qin-era brewing and burial practices and what stunned scientists was that they identified over 2,400 compounds confirming a deliberately brewed alcoholic beverage. The beer recipe, using multiple grains, was never recorded in historical texts.

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