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globalnews.caCbc reported that Ontario has spent about $8 million storing nearly $80 million worth of American alcohol removed from LCBO shelves in March 2025. Roughly 3.3 percent of the stockpile has expired while the province reviews options.
New research from Texas A&M University shows chronic alcohol exposure reduces communication in the corticostriatal circuit in amyloid-beta models but increases it in tau models. The 2026 study in Neuropharmacology suggests effects depend on existing brain changes rather than unif…
cnbc.comHealth officials recorded at least 44 deaths linked to illicit or substandard alcoholic drinks between January and June. The ministry described the situation as an epidemic and called for coordinated action across government and communities.
nypost.comA court sentenced a driver to prison for causing a fatal crash while speeding and under the influence of alcohol. The victim sent a text message minutes before the collision. Police and prosecutors presented evidence during the proceedings.
forbes.comFormer UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier said his father's history with alcoholism and his own adjustment to retirement contributed to the drinking incident behind his arrest last month. The 36-year-old retired after a loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 in June 2025.
matcha-jp.comMajor Japanese brewers are adding more nonalcoholic and low-alcohol options as younger consumers reduce drinking. A 2024 health ministry survey found 37.2 percent of people in their 20s do not drink alcohol.
Stat@statnews reported that the American Cancer Society received millions from alcohol companies through a New York gala while its deputy chief medical officer defended moderate drinking as safe for cancer prevention.
StatLen Lichtenfeld, former deputy chief medical officer at the American Cancer Society, said an interview nearly a decade earlier left him conflicted over the group's prior stance that moderate drinking was safe. Stat reported the society received millions from the alcohol industry…
abcnews.go.comStat reported that the administration buried a report on light drinking risks, eliminated over half the staff at a substance use agency, and removed moderate drinking warnings from a federal website in January. The moves occurred alongside changes to dietary guidelines that dropp…
indianexpress.comA study using Somascan technology measured approximately 7,000 proteins and found organ-specific clocks associated with elevated rates of all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, dementia, and several cancers. The clocks also showed sensitivity to lifestyle factors including…
upi.comAuthorities in Paris restricted alcohol sales and public drinking starting noon Friday to reduce strain on hospitals. The measures coincide with a red heat alert and reports of 55 drownings across France. A new study links the heat wave to human-caused climate change.
EuronewsTemperatures reached 41.3°C in parts of Germany and 37.3°C in the United Kingdom on Friday. Paris restricted public alcohol consumption and postponed events as 37 French departments remained under red heat alerts.
New ScientistTemperatures above 35C affected 150 million people on Friday. Authorities cancelled events and limited alcohol sales in parts of the region.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe event scheduled from June 25 to July 10 experienced a power failure in the food hall on Thursday that melted ice cream. Several state booths contained only chairs or minimal furnishings, and alcohol service was unavailable.
The Met Office issued red extreme heat warnings for southeast England on three consecutive days. Officials in Paris announced a public alcohol ban while hospitals reported reaching capacity.
nypost.comJapan's lower house approved legislation Thursday that defines numerical thresholds for charging drivers with dangerous driving causing death or injury. The measure sets speed and alcohol limits and is scheduled to take effect this summer.
brobible.comDustin Poirier posted a statement on Instagram admitting he is struggling with alcohol use and seeking professional help. The post followed his July 2025 retirement and a recent arrest for public intoxication.
Mexico City officials announced a ban on alcohol sales in stores ahead of the national team's June 24 match. The measure follows large street celebrations after a June 18 victory over South Korea that produced 40 tons of garbage. Mexico leads Group A and has qualified for the Rou…
EuronewsTemperatures in Paris climbed toward 40C on June 22, 2026. Euronews reported that authorities imposed safety measures including wildfire readiness and limits on alcohol in public spaces while residents sought relief at fountains and the Canal Saint-Martin.
France 24Europe faces its second heat dome in two months as temperatures exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit across multiple countries. France closed over 800 schools and restricted alcohol sales while the UK and Spain prepare for record heat.
indianexpress.comWSL Football removed the rule barring alcohol consumption in view of the pitch after two seasons of trials. Shareholders approved the change, which takes effect for the 2026-27 season. Men's professional matches remain subject to existing restrictions.
France 24France, Spain, and the UK face daytime highs near 40°C this week. Officials have extended park hours and restricted alcohol sales at outdoor events.
Abc NewsFrance faces a week of extreme heat with daytime temperatures exceeding 40 C and nighttime lows above 20 C. Officials closed hundreds of schools and issued public warnings about alcohol and water safety.
The French government imposed a partial alcohol ban ahead of Fête de la Musique as temperatures are forecast to reach 41 degrees Celsius. Officials deployed thousands of police and firefighters and closed 845 schools.
news.google.comRed weather alerts cover parts of France, Spain, Italy and Germany this weekend. French officials banned alcohol at government events in 35 departments. Meteorologists expect readings up to 45C through at least Thursday.
France 24French authorities issued red alerts for a record 35 departments and restricted alcohol at the Fête de la Musique as a heatwave pushed temperatures above 40 °C across much of the country.
The Japan TimesFrance restricted alcohol sales at festivals and kept parks open overnight as temperatures reached 39-41 °C. Similar alerts covered most of Germany and parts of Italy and Spain.
Abc NewsOfficials restricted public alcohol sales and canceled some outdoor events while placing emergency services on alert. About one-third of the country faces red alert conditions with temperatures forecast to climb further on Monday.
jta.orgMétéo-France placed 35 departments under red heatwave alert on June 21, 2026. The government responded by banning public alcohol consumption during the Fête de la Musique in those areas.
thehindu.comAuthorities have equipped thousands of offenders with electronic ankle monitors designed to detect alcohol consumption ahead of the World Cup.
thehindu.comElectronic tags have been attached to thousands of offenders across the UK to monitor alcohol consumption and reduce violence linked to drinking during the World Cup.
Washington ExaminerResidents in Damascus described changes in daily life one year after the December 2024 collapse of Bashar Assad's government. The new administration, led by Ahmed al Sharaa and dominated by Hay'at Tahrir al Sham, has introduced new restrictions on alcohol and public behavior.
NewsweekA liver condition tied to both moderate drinking and metabolic risk factors has increased sharply in the United States. Researchers link the rise to higher obesity levels rather than changes in alcohol consumption.
Al JazeeraMore than 700,000 fans filled downtown Mexico City after the June 18 victory over South Korea. City officials now plan tighter controls on public drinking ahead of the next match.
Mitsuko Tottori and other executives accepted temporary salary reductions after two cabin crew members violated alcohol rules before a domestic flight. One attendant was fired and another suspended.
ForbesA peer-reviewed study of 7,521 U.S. adults found the connection between impulsivity and violent behavior was 62 percent weaker among current GLP-1 medication users. The research also reported a 52 percent weaker link between alcohol use and violent behavior for current users comp…
sciencealert.comA study of 7,521 U.S. adults found current users of GLP-1 weight loss drugs showed substantially weaker links between impulsivity, alcohol use, and self-reported violent behavior compared to former users. Researchers said the drugs may moderate pathways from impulse to action.
indianexpress.comEngland captain Joe Root said a blanket ban is not the right response after two players were dropped following an off-field incident. The second Test against New Zealand begins Wednesday at The Oval.
lamag.comConcession items at the Los Angeles venue for the June 2026 tournament include $23 brisket nachos and $20-$26 alcoholic drinks. Merchandise ranges from $10 hot dogs to $60 T-shirts and $130 replica jerseys.
A high-speed crash in Santa Maria killed five teenagers and left one adult critically injured. Police recovered evidence pointing to possible DUI involvement, and local officials described alcohol use among teens as a recurring issue in the area.
Fox NewsResearch published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs concludes that zero alcohol consumption carries the lowest health risk, with one drink per day as the suggested maximum for adults who choose to drink.
StatA study on health risks of light drinking was released this week. The Department of Health and Human Services said the paper was not commissioned or reviewed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
foxnews.comA study begun for U.S. dietary guidelines found even low drinking levels may raise disease risk. Lawmakers and alcohol trade groups had questioned the researchers' impartiality.
A study commissioned during the Biden administration found health risks rise with one drink daily and no protective effect on mortality. The Trump administration did not include its findings in the new dietary guidelines.
thehindubusinessline.comA study commissioned under the prior administration found health risks from even one drink daily. The current administration omitted its findings from updated guidelines after industry and congressional objections.
msnbc.comU.S. states and one Canadian province have extended last-call hours for alcohol sales at bars and restaurants during the FIFA World Cup that begins Thursday and continues until July 19. Host states and some neighboring states are making the changes to increase revenue and give fa…
Abc NewsKansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Washington approved extended alcohol sales hours during the World Cup. Similar measures are under review in New York and Massachusetts.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewA federal database designed to keep impaired commercial drivers off U.S. roads relied on self-certification, enabling individuals without required credentials to clear prohibited statuses for fees as low as $100.
ReasonFederal and state alcohol taxes combined with a nationwide ban on home distillation continue to support an illegal market for distilled spirits. Courts may review the distillation restriction, but tax levels remain unchanged.
StatGovernment data analyzed by STAT show that more than 1 in 8 pregnant adults drank alcohol in the past month. One-quarter of those who drank reported binge drinking. Rates began rising about ten years ago after decades of decline.
rte.ieKombeara, the alcoholic kombucha venture founded by Feargal Harrington and Rena Maycock, entered liquidation last week. Maycock’s separate technology company, Chirp Family, received new investment from Ronan Dunne.
nypost.comA report using federal data ranked states by accident, fatality, speeding and alcohol-related crash rates for drivers ages 15 to 29. Montana recorded the highest recklessness score; New York recorded the lowest.
nypost.comMichael and Rachel Moore of Bucks County face two misdemeanor counts for hosting an October 31 gathering attended by about 150 underage guests. Police reported finding a full bar and intoxicated teens when they arrived at 9 p.m.
news.google.comDanny Miller posted a video on Instagram announcing he has completed one year without alcohol. The 35-year-old actor said he stopped drinking last May to improve his family life and work.
nypost.comHenry Ruggs III, sentenced to three to 10 years after pleading guilty to a 2021 DUI crash, has become eligible for parole and submitted an application. The former NFL player killed a woman and her dog while driving at 156 mph with a blood-alcohol level twice the legal limit.
nypost.comA police report obtained by Page Six states that Britney Spears reported taking three prescription medications before her March 4 DUI arrest. The report also describes her statements about alcohol consumption and observations made by officers during the stop.
nypost.comA survey of 2,000 American adults who drink found that 86 percent plan to consume alcohol at summer gatherings. Gen Z respondents reported the highest rates of planned participation but also the strongest commitment to intentional and moderate drinking practices.
SemaforThe U.S. alcohol industry is contending with both rising costs and reduced consumer demand. Production cutbacks and inventory buildup have followed earlier pandemic-era expansions.
nypost.comStephen Vincent Chavez, 41, entered guilty pleas Monday in Ventura County Superior Court to one felony count of incest and one misdemeanor count of furnishing alcohol to a minor. Prosecutors said the offenses occurred in July 2025 while his 18-year-old biological daughter was liv…
France 24The non-alcoholic wine sector is growing in response to changing consumer preferences. Amanda Thomson, founder and CEO of Noughty, discussed the drivers behind this expansion in an interview with France 24.