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Government cuts ties with Drinkaware charity

Exclusive: Ministers sever all official connections with alcohol industry-funded charity Drinkaware following mounting pressure from health experts and campaigners.

Young Brits Ditch Booze for Low-Alcohol Alternatives

New research reveals a dramatic shift in UK drinking culture as health-conscious millennials and Gen Z embrace alcohol-free beverages. Discover why the 'sober curious' movement is reshaping the drinks industry.

Best No & Low Alcohol Drinks for Sober October

Discover the ultimate selection of sophisticated alcohol-free alternatives for Sober October. From crisp lagers to complex spirits, we've taste-tested the market's finest options to keep your sober journey exciting.

Britain's Booze Culture: The Startling Truth Revealed

New research reveals Britain's complex relationship with alcohol, from lockdown drinking surges to evolving social attitudes. Discover the sobering statistics shaping our national drinking culture.

WHO ends alcohol promotion after UK backlash

The World Health Organisation has withdrawn its contentious alcohol reduction campaign following criticism from UK health officials who questioned the scientific evidence behind the initiative.

Social drinker nearly dies from liver failure

A British man's shocking story of how his 'normal' drinking habits led to near-fatal liver cirrhosis at just 54, with a crucial warning from doctors about alcohol consumption.

Childhood IQ predicts adult alcohol risk, study finds

Groundbreaking UK research discovers children with lower cognitive test scores face significantly higher risk of developing alcohol-related problems as adults, including dependency and dangerous behaviours.

Your Drinking Habits Could Be Shrinking Your Brain

Groundbreaking research reveals how even moderate alcohol consumption accelerates brain shrinkage, dramatically increasing dementia risk. Discover the vital changes you can make to protect your cognitive health.

Reeves's alcohol duty hike backfires, costs Treasury £1bn

Rachel Reeves's planned increase in alcohol duty is projected to cause a dramatic £1 billion shortfall in tax revenues, according to a damning new Treasury analysis, raising serious questions about the government's economic strategy.

Study: Any Alcohol Consumption Raises Disease Risk

Groundbreaking research reveals that any alcohol consumption, no matter how moderate, increases your chances of developing over 60 medical conditions including heart disease and diabetes.

How to make friends at university without alcohol

Discover practical strategies for building a vibrant social life at uni without relying on booze. From sober societies to daytime events, learn how to forge genuine connections and thrive.

Revolutionary Hangover Cure Pill Discovered by Scientists

Groundbreaking research from British and Australian universities reveals a revolutionary dietary supplement that could prevent hangovers by blocking alcohol's toxic byproduct. Discover how this could change social drinking forever.

Moderate Drinking Shrinks Brain, Scars Liver: Oxford Study

A major new study from the University of Oxford delivers a sobering warning: regular, moderate alcohol consumption is directly linked to reduced brain volume and increased liver fat. Discover the hidden damage in your glass.

Alaska Airlines Pilot Guilty in Mid-Flight Engine Sabotage

Joseph Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, has been found guilty of endangering an aircraft after attempting to shut down its engines during a flight. The shocking incident, attributed to a mental health crisis, has sent ripples through the aviati

Spielberg to Direct Call of Duty Movie

Acclaimed director Steven Spielberg is officially attached to helm the highly anticipated film adaptation of the blockbuster video game franchise, Call of Duty, promising a cinematic spectacle for fans.

Angela Rayner Resigns Over Stamp Duty Controversy

Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has resigned from government following a mounting controversy over her past council house sale and unpaid stamp duty, in a major blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's administration.

Angela Rayner Stamp Duty Scandal: Calls for Resignation Grow

Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner is under intense pressure to resign amid allegations she avoided paying stamp duty on a property sale and provided conflicting accounts about her main residence. The controversy threatens to derail Labour's election ca

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