Change in French law could end alcohol ad bans
Change in French law could end alcohol ad bans Source: the drinks business by Lauren Eads 9th June, 2015 Drinks companies could soon have “almost limitless” freedom to promote their products in France, if a landmark amendment on drinks advertising law is passed. Currently, French law keeps a tight watch on the […]
1 in 3 Americans struggle with an alcohol use disorder, says new study
1 in 3 Americans struggle with an alcohol use disorder, says new study “Alcohol problems are deeply entrenched and significantly under-treated in our society” Source: Salon Joanna Rothkopf Jun 8th A new study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry has found that way more Americans struggle with alcoholism than we thought – […]
Iran is opening 150 alcoholism treatment centers, even though alcohol is banned
Iran is opening 150 alcoholism treatment centers, even though alcohol is banned Source: Washington Post By Adam Taylor June 9 The Iranian government is stepping up its attempts to tackle alcoholism, a senior Health Ministry official told the Iranian Students’ News Agency on Monday, with more than 150 outpatient alcohol treatment centers slated […]
Restaurants expected to add half-million summer jobs
Restaurants expected to add half-million summer jobs Source: NRA June 8, 2015 Driven by an improving economy, dampened gas prices and consumers’ elevated levels of pent-up demand, restaurants are expected to add 522,000 jobs this summer season. The projected 2015 gain would represent the third consecutive year in which restaurants add at least […]