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The Japan Timesworld3 hrs ago
Japanese Brewers Expand Nonalcoholic and Low-Alcohol Drink Lines
Major 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.
Statscience4 days ago
American Cancer Society Updated Alcohol Advice in 2020 After Scheduled Guidelines Review
@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.
Statscience5 days ago
American Cancer Society Updated Alcohol Guidance in 2020 After Scheduled Review
Len 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.comscience6 days ago
Trump Administration Ends CDC Alcohol Program and Reduces Substance-Use Staff
Stat 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…
upi.comworld8 days ago
Paris Bans Public Alcohol Sales and Consumption During Heat Wave
Authorities 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.
Fox Newsworld9 days ago
University of Texas Engineers Create Prototype Jacket That Pulls Drinking Water From Air
A team at the University of Texas created a wearable prototype using hydrogel and solar energy to pull moisture from the air. The jacket produced 14 to 30 ounces of water depending on humidity. Researchers published details in Science Advances.
The Hillscience11 days ago
Federal government reaches $450 million settlement with Chemours over water pollution
The Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency and West Virginia announced a settlement requiring Chemours to pay an estimated $450 million for alleged illegal releases of PFAS chemicals at facilities in three states. The agreement includes a civil penalty, pollution con…
fastcompany.compolitics11 days ago
U.S. administration reaches $450 million settlement in water pollution case
The settlement resolves a federal case involving per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances released into drinking water sources. The agreement requires the company to pay $450 million and undertake cleanup measures.
thehindu.comsports16 days ago
UK Fits Alcohol-Monitoring Tags to Thousands of Offenders Ahead of World Cup
Electronic 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.
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Newsweekscience16 days ago
MetALD Prevalence More Than Doubles Since 1990 While U.S. Alcohol Use Stays Flat
A 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 Jazeerasports16 days ago
Mexico City Plans More Screens and Alcohol Rules After 700,000 Celebrate World Cup Win
More 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.
indianexpress.compolitics19 days ago
Minister Tables Drinking-Water Bill for First Nations but Blurs Human-Rights Language
Mandy Gull-Masty introduced legislation on June 16, 2026, to set standards for drinking water in First Nations communities. The bill follows a 2023 version that did not pass.
foxnews.compolitics24 days ago
Republican Lawmakers Ask EPA to Add Mifepristone to Contaminant Candidate List
Sixteen GOP members of Congress sent a letter on June 11, 2026, urging the EPA to evaluate the abortion drug mifepristone for possible regulation in public drinking water.
Statscience24 days ago
Researchers publish alcohol study; HHS says it did not endorse or review the work
A 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.
pbs.orgworld25 days ago
U.S. strikes damage reservoirs, leaving 20,000 without water in southern Iran
Iranian state media reported that U.S. strikes on reservoirs in Sirik cut safe drinking water for about 20,000 residents. The strikes followed an Iranian downing of a U.S. Army helicopter over Gulf waters.
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Washington Examinerpolitics25 days ago
Fourteen Republican-led states ask EPA to study mifepristone in drinking water
Attorneys general from fourteen states sent a letter Tuesday requesting that the Environmental Protection Agency add mifepristone to its Contaminant Candidate List. The request cites concerns over wastewater from at-home medication abortions.
foxnews.comscience26 days ago
Alcohol Study Concluding Even Low-Level Drinking Raises Disease Risk Published After Industry and Lawmaker Objections
A 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.
winnipegfreepress.comsports32 days ago
FIFA Extends Safety Ban on Outside Bottles, Cans and Cups to All 2026 World Cup Venues
FIFA will require fans and volunteers to buy drinking water inside all 2026 World Cup stadiums after prohibiting outside bottles, cans and cups. The rule change was announced one week before the tournament opens across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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france24.comworld35 days ago
French Medical Groups Urge Tighter Limits on Trace Contaminants in Drinking Water
Two organizations sent letters on June 1 calling for stronger measures against chemical contaminants in drinking water. A bill on cadmium in fertilizers is set for debate the next day.
Nbc Newsworld37 days ago
California Woman Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Teen Parties
Shannon O’Connor received a 35-year, 10-month prison term after a March conviction on dozens of charges involving underage drinking and sexual misconduct at parties she hosted.
nypost.comworld38 days ago
Mike Tindall Says Kate Middleton Prefers Prosecco in Beer Pong
Mike Tindall stated that Kate Middleton's favorite drinking game is beer pong played with prosecco. The comments appeared in a Woman & Home interview and referenced earlier remarks from 2023.
politics39 days ago
New York City Parks Department Plans Two Drinking Fountains at $375,000
The Manhattan project replaces two existing fountains in Riverside Park. A presentation to Community Board 7 in October 2025 listed flood-zone rules, tree-root surveys, backflow prevention, and a new water line. The total budget reached $375,000.
Statscience42 days ago
Alcohol Use During Pregnancy Reported by More Than 1 in 8 U.S. Adults
Government 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.
en.antaranews.combusiness42 days ago
Report Detects Cocaine and Production Chemicals in Colombian Tap Water
A Center for a Secure Free Society study found traces of cocaine and related chemicals in treated drinking water from several Colombian cities. The samples were collected between late 2025 and early 2026.
news.google.comworld43 days ago
Emmerdale Actor Danny Miller Marks One Year of Sobriety
Danny 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.
New York Postworld45 days ago
Four Delaware State University Students Charged After Beach Takeover Events
Four Delaware State University students face charges after police say they organized unauthorized gatherings that drew crowds to Rehoboth Beach. Officers responded to reports of underage drinking and illegal drug use during the events.
newsone.comworld45 days ago
Alabama Man Charged With Manslaughter After 1-Year-Old Found Dead in Vehicle
An Alabama man faces manslaughter charges after authorities found his 1-year-old child dead in a vehicle. The father had been caring for the infant and admitted to drinking throughout the day.
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nypost.comworld45 days ago
Survey Finds Gen Z Most Likely to Drink at Summer Events While Prioritizing Moderation
A 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.
thehindu.comscience47 days ago
EPA proposes changes to PFAS drinking water limits
The Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to rescind limits on four PFAS substances and extend compliance deadlines for two others. Officials cited implementation challenges and legal risks with the prior rules.
Usa Todayscience47 days ago
EPA Announces Plans to Address PFAS in Drinking Water
The Environmental Protection Agency announced plans on May 18 to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in drinking water. The proposal includes rolling back some existing regulations and providing $1 billion in funding.
ndtv.comscience48 days ago
Researchers Develop Antibacterial Nanofiber Membranes for Water Filtration
Scientists created electrospun polyacrylonitrile membranes loaded with green-synthesized silver, zinc oxide, and copper oxide nanoparticles. The composites showed improved mechanical strength and antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli, supporting potential use in drinkin…
gizmodo.comworld48 days ago
EPA Shuts Down Nugget Era Mining in Gbarpolu for Operating Without Permit
The Environmental Protection Agency closed a gold mining site in Gbarpolu County after finding it lacked required environmental permits. Residents reported that operations had polluted their main drinking water source.
eonline.comscience49 days ago
Film Portrays Actor's Struggle With Alcohol Addiction
A new film follows a young actor dealing with alcohol issues while working in a Paris theater company. The story shows her professional setbacks and personal relationships affected by her drinking.
naturalnews.comworld50 days ago
Study Finds Decline in Alcohol Use and Socializing Among Older Teenagers
A new study reports lower rates of alcohol consumption and in-person socializing among older teenagers during the smartphone era. The findings have prompted discussion about both the reduction in drinking and potential effects on social development.
dailykos.compolitics51 days ago
Colorado Governor Commutes Sentence of Tina Peters
Democratic Gov. Jared Polis commuted the nearly nine-year prison sentence of former county clerk Tina Peters on Friday, ordering her release on June 1. Peters was convicted of allowing unauthorized access to voting machines after the 2020 election. Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert…
Washington Examinerpolitics53 days ago
Rand Paul’s Son William Apologizes After Verbal Altercation With Rep. Mike Lawler at DC Bar
William Paul confronted Rep. Mike Lawler on Tuesday evening, accusing him of being Jewish and making antisemitic remarks tied to Rep. Thomas Massie’s upcoming primary. Lawler, who is not Jewish, pushed back during the encounter at a Washington bar. Paul issued an apology on X the…
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Son of Sen. Rand Paul Makes Antisemitic and Homophobic Remarks at DC Bar
William Paul, the adult son of Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), made antisemitic and homophobic statements during an encounter with Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) at a Washington bar on Tuesday night. Lawler recounted that Paul, who had been drinking, interjected into a conversation and blamed J…
Fox Newspolitics54 days ago
Kash Patel and Sen. Van Hollen Trade Accusations at FBI Budget Hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., engaged in a heated exchange during a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing on the FBI’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request on May 12, 2026. Van Hollen cited reports of Patel’s drinking; Patel denied the claims and accus…
The Guardianpolitics54 days ago
Kash Patel Denies Heavy Drinking Reports at FBI Budget Hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel rejected claims of on-the-job drinking and absences reported by The Atlantic in mid-April 2026, calling them "unequivocally, categorically false" at a May 12, 2026, Senate hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for law enforcement agencies. Patel, who has…
abcnews.go.compolitics54 days ago
FBI Director Kash Patel Declines to Say Lying to Congress Is a Crime
During a Senate subcommittee hearing on May 13, 2026, FBI Director Kash Patel sidestepped a direct question from Sen. Chris Van Hollen on whether lying to Congress is a crime. Patel instead stated he had not lied to Congress and accused the senator of lying. The exchange occurred…
foxnews.comscience54 days ago
Trump Administration Eases Alcohol Consumption Guidelines Amid Elevated but Declining Death Rates
A STAT investigation finds alcohol kills nearly 500 Americans daily with deaths still elevated years after a 16 percent pandemic surge. President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., both personally affected by alcohol addiction, have not pursued major new policies t…
Los Angeles Timespolitics54 days ago
Kash Patel Denies Excessive Drinking Allegations at Senate Hearing
At a May 12, 2026, budget hearing, Patel called The Atlantic's mid-April reporting on his alleged excessive drinking 'unequivocally, categorically false' and said he would not be tarnished by baseless claims. He shouted over Sen. Chris Van Hollen, accused the Maryland Democrat of…
nbcnews.compolitics54 days ago
Kash Patel and Sen. Van Hollen Trade Accusations at Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing
Patel responded to questions about a magazine report by accusing the Maryland Democrat of drinking with a convicted felon on taxpayer funds and running up a $7,000 bar tab. Both men agreed to take the military-style audit test for alcohol dependency. Patel has sued The Atlantic f…
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foxnews.compolitics54 days ago
FBI Director Patel Spars With Senator Over Reports of Drinking During Hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel responded to questions from a senator about media reports alleging excessive drinking during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on May 12, 2026. The exchange included Patel accusing the lawmaker of drinking with a felon and offering to take any test…
Usa Todaypolitics54 days ago
Kash Patel Testifies Before Senate on FBI’s 2027 Budget Request
FBI Director Kash Patel faces questions on May 12 about reports of using an FBI jet for personal travel and excessive drinking. A former acting director who was fired by Patel also criticized efforts to politicize the bureau. The hearing includes leaders from the DEA, U.S. Marsha…
nypost.comworld55 days ago
LSU Coach Lane Kiffin Says Drinking Contributed to 2016 Divorce
Lane Kiffin, head football coach at LSU, said in a Vanity Fair interview that his drinking problem contributed to the end of his marriage to Layla, which concluded in divorce in 2016. Kiffin has been sober since January 2021. The couple later reconciled and have been sharing phot…
limerickpost.iescience59 days ago
Study Tests Whether Explicit Cancer Warnings on Alcohol Labels Change Drinking Behavior
A new study concludes that updated warning labels specifying increased risks of diseases such as cancer would encourage people to drink less alcohol more effectively than current labels. NPR reported the findings on May 7, 2026. The segment examining the research aired that day a…
pagesix.comworld59 days ago
Khloé Kardashian Describes Unintended Drug Consumption at Coachella
Khloé Kardashian said she consumed drugs without realizing it during a past visit to the Coachella music festival in Indio, California. She described drinking juice at a party where others were using drugs and later locking herself in a bathroom for hours. Kardashian discussed th…
ABC Newspolitics59 days ago
Trump Administration to Propose Changes to Biden-Era PFAS Drinking Water Standards
The EPA will soon propose delaying compliance deadlines for two common PFAS compounds while rescinding standards for rarer forms, starting a formal rollback of rules finalized under former President Biden. Jessica Kramer, head of the EPA's Office of Water, announced the move Thur…
pbs.orgpolitics60 days ago
FBI Opens Leak Investigation Tied to Atlantic Story on FBI Director Kash Patel
The FBI opened a criminal probe into whether classified information was leaked to Sarah Fitzpatrick, the reporter who detailed concerns about FBI Director Kash Patel's drinking. Carol Leonnig reported the investigation was ordered from Patel's executive suite, prompting denials f…
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Kash Patel Sues The Atlantic for $250 Million Over Article Alleging Excessive Drinking
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic and journalist Sarah Fitzpatrick for $250 million, alleging defamation in an article about his alleged excessive drinking and absences. The lawsuit claims the story contained false statements published with actual malice. Separately, Jers…
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rediff.comworld78 days ago
Kash Patel Files $250 Million Defamation Suit Against The Atlantic
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, seeking $250 million in damages. The suit alleges the magazine published false claims about Patel's excessive drinking and a…
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thehindu.comworld79 days ago
Rising Sea Levels Linked to Increased Salt in Drinking Water and Higher Blood Pressure Risks
A recent analysis indicates that rising sea levels may contaminate drinking water with salt in coastal areas, leading to higher blood pressure among residents. The study found that people consuming saltier water had elevated systolic and diastolic blood pressure and a 26% higher…
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EPA Administrator Calls for Congressional Action on PFAS Chemicals and Updates on Glyphosate Review
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin urged Congress to pass new legislation addressing PFAS contamination in drinking water and provided an update on the ongoing review of the herbicide ingredient glyphosate. He also announced a new initiative to promote water reuse.
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Joint Base Andrews Jet Fuel Leak Prompts Maryland Investigation and Cleanup
The Maryland Department of the Environment is investigating a leak of roughly 32,000 gallons of jet fuel from Joint Base Andrews' refueling system. The incident occurred between January and March, with some fuel reaching Piscataway Creek. Officials state there is no immediate thr…
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Middle East Conflict Disrupts Fluoride Supplies for Some US Water Utilities
Some U.S. water utilities report disruptions in fluoride supplies due to the Middle East conflict, affecting their ability to maintain recommended levels in drinking water. Israel, a major exporter of fluorosilicic acid, faces production challenges from workforce shortages. The s…
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Common Drinking Habit Linked to Increased Risk of Advanced Liver Condition
A common drinking pattern may raise the risk of advanced liver disease. Fox News Health reported on this and other health topics this week, including bacterial disease prevention and vaccine effects on Alzheimer's. The coverage includes factors for stroke risk and links between s…
manufacturing.netscience87 days ago
EPA Announces Repeal of 2024 Coal Ash Rule and Modifications to Cleanup Requirements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to repeal a 2024 rule on coal ash disposal at inactive power plants and modify other existing cleanup standards. The agency stated the changes aim to improve compliance with groundwater monitoring. Environmental groups stat…
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Brazilian Study Links Parental Alcohol Use to Increased Teen Substance Consumption Risk
A study from the Federal University of São Paulo examined data from over 4,200 Brazilian adolescents and guardians. It found that parental alcohol consumption is associated with a 24% probability of teens drinking. The research highlights parenting styles that may reduce these ri…
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HHS and EPA Add Microplastics to Drinking Water Contaminant List and Launch Health Studies
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the addition of microplastics and pharmaceuticals to the EPA's Contaminant Candidate List for drinking water. The HHS is launching a $134 million program called STOMP to study mic…