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‘Ultra-strength’ cocaine hits UK streets as deaths surge to record high

SPECIAL INVESTIGATION: Exclusive: Cocaine deaths have hit record levels, with more than 1,000 people dying last year. Alex Ross finds the purity of the street drug has increased amid a boom in production in Latin America

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This Drinking Habit Triples Your Risk of Liver Damage, Study Finds

A few drinks during the weekend may seem harmless, but doctors continue to sound the alarm about one dangerous pattern that many adults ignore. Happy hours, sporting events, vacations, and backyard barbecues often encourage people to drink far more alcohol than they realize. While most people associate serious liver disease…

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My 50-year-old face: Why sobriety is the secret to my midlife skin - and I've photographed every step

A beauty editor's skincare diary after giving up alcohol, from day 1 to year 2

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Ladakh's new excise policy eases restrictions on liquor sale

Ladakh's new Excise Policy permits hard liquor sales, reduces license documents from 16 to six, and expands availability to four more districts. The policy aims to curb illicit alcohol and narcotics by increasing legal access to beverages, allowing retail sales in guest houses, and permitting micro-breweries.

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Guinness v alcohol-free Guinness 0: we held a blind taste test to see if we could spot the fake

As sales of booze-free drinks surge, we blind tested Guinness and Guinness 0 to see if our tasters could tell them apart

The Guardian - US

Maharashtra: Five police officials suspended amid chaos over deaths linked to illicit liquor consumption

Ten people have died from consuming illicit liquor in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune. Five police officials, including a Senior Police Inspector, have been suspended. Two individuals involved in the alcohol supply chain have been arrested. Forensic analysis confirmed the presence of toxic substances in the liquor. Public anger is directed at…

The Economic Times

Craft beer group hails end of afternoon alcohol ban

Thailand has finally abandoned its 54-year-old afternoon alcohol sales ban, which the Craft Beer Trade Association described as "a starting point for civilisation".

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Thailand extends alcohol sales time from 11am to midnight

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee has extended permitted alcohol sales to between 11am and midnight, the Royal Gazette announced on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Ozempic And Other GLP-1 Drugs May Be Altering The Brain, researchers say

Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus observed unusual changes in brain connectivity while studying adolescents and young women taking GLP-1 medications for a hormonal condition affecting the ovaries.

International Business Times

Married at First Sight UK had ‘unhealthy’ focus on sex, say show’s insiders

Staff members claim hit Channel 4 show’s culture was ‘toxic from the top down’ amid allegations of rape by female cast members

The Guardian - UK

John Humphrys reveals the on-air incident that made him give up alcohol

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The Independent UK

Bubble trouble: the hunt for a good low-ABV sparkling wine

Let’s pop the cork on a some naturally low-alcohol ‘session-style’ sparklers

The Guardian - UK

Server jokes around with guest, calls him a ‘party animal.’ She’s mortified when he reveals he’s a recovering alcoholic: ‘I’m so sorry’

Every server has that one shift they replay in their head at 2 a.m. The table mix-up, the wrong name, the joke that detonated on impact. Well, this waitress just added herself to that hall-of-fame cringe list. She welcomes a late-arriving guest with a playful “party animal” joke she completely…

The Mary Sue

Former BBC presenter John Humphrys reveals he gave up alcohol after being drunk on air: ‘It was painfully obvious’

Presenter, 82, was told that he ‘can’t do that again’ following incident in 1974

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Mother arrested after high-speed drunk drive with child, alcohol bottles and marijuana in car

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International Business Times UK

Donald Trump's Sleep Routine Simulates Alcohol Impairment, Poses Serious Global Security Risk: Expert

A viral clip of Donald Trump appearing drowsy has reignited debate over his sleep habits, with an expert warning that chronic fatigue could affect judgement in high-stakes decisions.

Medical Daily

Alcohol and Liver Damage Early Warning Signs Before Cirrhosis Develops

Alcohol and liver health explained through early warning signs of liver damage, including cirrhosis risk, symptoms, causes, and prevention strategies for long term protection and awareness.

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High Liquor Taxes and a Home Distillation Ban Guarantee a Thriving Booze Black Market

The courts have an opportunity to legalize small-scale distillation, but taxes remain a problem.

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What Happens to Your Body After 3 Days in 45°C Heat

When the temperature climbs to 45°C, your body enters survival mode. Sweating, increased heart rate, fatigue, headaches, and irritability are not random summer discomforts. They are biological alarms. Most people think heat becomes dangerous only when someone collapses outdoors. But doctors warn that damage often starts much earlier and builds…

Newcastle Herald

Teen accused of stealing ute from council building and setting it on fire

The boy also allegedly vandalised the office after stealing alcohol.

Euronews

Night-time alcohol ban in Warsaw: will the capital be safer?

From 1 June, a ban on night-time alcohol sales will apply across Warsaw. The measure, part of the Safe Night programme, aims to boost safety and curb late-night public disorder.

Medical Daily

Keeping Organs Healthy Naturally With Healthy Lifestyle Habits for Heart Kidneys and Liver

Learn healthy lifestyle habits to support heart kidneys and liver function and improve organ health naturally for long term wellness and disease prevention overall better.

The Guardian - UK

Alcohol charities warn 99p shot ‘designed to appeal to children’

Ready-to-drink cocktail by BuzzBallz owner criticised as appealing to children while ‘hiding behind a thin “nostalgia” label’

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Common Daily Habits That Secretly Harm Kidney Health and How to Avoid Them

Most people rarely think about their kidneys until something goes wrong. These bean-shaped organs work constantly to remove toxins, control blood pressure, maintain mineral balance, and support red blood cell production. Despite their importance, kidney damage often develops silently, with warning signs appearing only after significant harm has occurred. Modern…

The Independent UK

Parents charged months after allegedly hosting alcohol-fueled Halloween party with 150 teens in attendance

Witnesses told police that the couple stood in their garage checking a guest list as teenagers arrived

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