Before we begin the new week in earnest, we’re taking a look back at the week that was, and the stories that led the news with Taunton Daily Gazette readers. Top stories this past week included: More of our picks for All-Scholastics. This past week, we celebrated All-Scholastic athletes for: boys cross country, girls cross […]
Tag: Alcohol
Beer, cocktails delivered to your door? Kansas lawmakers consider loosening alcohol laws
A Kansas bill could make home delivery of alcohol as easy as getting a pizza. State lawmakers are weighing allowing liquor stores, grocers and restaurants to deliver beer, wine and liquor directly to a person’s doorstep via third-party platforms like DoorDash. Retailers could also choose to deliver it on their own. More than half of […]
25 Countries with the Highest Alcohol Consumption per Capita
In this article, we are going to discuss alcohol consumption per capita by top 25 countries. You can skip our detailed analysis of the global alcohol industry, the largest alcohol company in the world, and the rise of sober tourism, and go directly to Top 10 Countries with the Highest Alcohol Consumption per Capita. The […]
High school students who use alcohol, cannabis or nicotine are at higher risk for mental health disorders. What parents should know.
High school students who reported using alcohol, cannabis or nicotine were more likely to have symptoms of mental health disorders than those who did not — even at low levels of usage, according to a new study published on Monday by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and the University of Minnesota. So what can […]
Tennessee man accused of running illegal moonshine operation, deputies confiscate 81 quarts of bootleg alcohol
A Tennessee man was busted with dozens of jars containing bootleg alcohol after a tip led deputies to discover an illegal moonshine operation, authorities said Monday. Investigators responded to the tip and arrived at the 200 block of Highridge Road in Johnson City, where they conducted a premises check and spoke with 36-year-old Jeremy Stines, […]
Can you lower your bowel cancer risk? Experts warn obesity and alcohol to blame for rise
Obesity and alcohol are leading to higher rates of bowel cancer cases among young people in the UK, researchers have warned. A new study published in journal Annals of Oncology, looked at cancer death rates across Europe and the UK, comparing predicted death rates in 2024 against figures for 2018. Bowel cancer deaths in people […]
Troopers say drugs and alcohol were not a factor in crash that killed 4 Johnston teens
State troopers did not suspect drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash that killed four teens on Interstate 95 in Johnston County last week, according to a report made public over the weekend. The State Highway Patrol has said that a trooper clocked Alan Lee Lockamy going 100 mph on I-95 just before […]
Sen. Wiener introduces bill to allow bars, restaurants to sell alcohol to-go outdoors
(BCN) — California State Sen. Scott Wiener announced a bill on Friday that would create “entertainment zones” in public spaces, allowing bars and restaurants to serve alcohol outdoors, if passed. The bill aims to return foot traffic to pre-pandemic levels, according to a press release from Wiener’s office. 49ers erase 17-point deficit, punch ticket to […]
Can drinking alcohol change the way you look over time? Experts weigh in on puffy face, discolouration
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact a qualified medical professional before engaging in any physical activity, or making any changes to your diet, medication or lifestyle. Chris Howe, the director at Lakeside Recovery, an addiction treatment centre in St. Catherines, Ont., […]
I don’t miss alcohol in my life
Naomi Campbell has said she does “not miss alcohol” and feels better without the drink in her life. The British supermodel entered rehab in 1999 after a battle with drugs and alcohol and has attended Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. She told the latest issue of Elle UK: “That’s a big thing for me. As you know, […]
Saudi Arabia, a country where you can be publicly whipped for drinking alcohol, is opening its first liquor store, report says
Saudi Arabia will open its first alcohol store, Reuters reported. The store will exclusively serve non-Muslim diplomats, the report said. Saudi Arabia harshly punishes drinking — but has made some moves to liberalize. Saudi Arabia plans to open its first store serving alcohol, Reuters reported, catering exclusively to non-Muslim diplomats. The store is set to open […]
Alcohol and drugs rewire your brain by changing how your genes work – research is investigating how to counteract addiction’s effects
Many people are wired to seek and respond to rewards. Your brain interprets food as rewarding when you are hungry and water as rewarding when you are thirsty. But addictive substances like alcohol and drugs of abuse can overwhelm the natural reward pathways in your brain, resulting in intolerable cravings and reduced impulse control. A […]