In the Age of Instant Everything, the Three-Tier System Persists, for Better or Worse
In the Age of Instant Everything, the Three-Tier System Persists, for Better or Worse Source: https://vinepair.com/ Tim McKirdy October 3, 2018 In the Age of Instant Everything, the Three-Tier System Persists, for Better or Worse For a nation built on a bedrock of capitalism and free trade, America’s intentionally inefficient system of buying and selling alcohol […]
A glass of wine a day is NOT good for your health, it only works if you have a maximum of three per week
A glass of wine a day is NOT good for your health, it only works if you have a maximum of three per week One or two drinks four or more times a week increased the risk of premature death by 20% compared to drinking three times a week or fewer Having one drink four […]
Do airports need stricter alcohol regulations?
Do airports need stricter alcohol regulations? Source: https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/ by Melita Kiely 3rd October, 2018 Bar operators in airports are facing turbulent times thanks to passengers drinking to excess before take off. Airlines want limits brought in and are at loggerheads with airside pubs about the issue. On any other occasion, a pint before breakfast would be […]
Marijuana worse for teen brains than alcohol, study finds
Marijuana worse for teen brains than alcohol, study finds Cannabis causes lasting cognitive impairment in adolescents, according to Canadian researchers. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/ by Shamard Charles, M.D. Oct.03.2018 Teen brains are more vulnerable to the effects of marijuana than alcohol, a new study finds. Adolescents who begin using marijuana regularly may suffer lasting repercussions in their thinking […]
Ireland: After 1,000 days of debate, the government’s landmark alcohol legislation has been passed
Ireland: After 1,000 days of debate, the government’s landmark alcohol legislation has been passed The bill, first introduced in 2015, finally passed through the Oireachtas this evening. TheJournal.ie By Christina Finn October 3, 2018 THE LONG-DELAYED Public Health Alcohol has finally passed all stages of the Oireachtas this evening, after more than 1,000 days of […]
Australia: New training requirement for NSW liquor licensees
Australia: New training requirement for NSW liquor licensees The Shout By Andy Young October 4, 2018 Liquor and Gaming NSW has introduced two new higher level training courses for licensees and approved managers, to enhance liquor industry training standards across the state. The new courses will be available from 1 November and will become mandatory from […]
How Fraternity Culture Encourages Excessive Drinking
How Fraternity Culture Encourages Excessive Drinking New research finds alcohol consumption is higher in chapters where members are expected to assert their masculinity. Pacific Standard By Tom Jacobs October 3, 2018 The intersection of excessive drinking, fraternity culture, and sometimes-violent misogyny has been highlighted in recent weeks, given the controversy surrounding Yale University graduate and […]
AK: Bethel voters decide to allow alcohol sales
AK: Bethel voters decide to allow alcohol sales KTVA By KTVA Web Staff October 2, 2018 The fate of Bethel’s alcohol sales is in voters’ hands. Voters decided Tuesday to not end alcohol sales in Bethel, according to unofficial election results. The City of Bethel posted the unofficial election results to its Facebook page. According to those […]
Africa: Gambia Alliance on Alcohol Policy
Africa: Gambia Alliance on Alcohol Policy Press Release By The Point October 3, 2018 Press Release NO Alcohol DAY 2018: ‘BAN ALCOHOL ADVERTISING IN SPORT’ Banjul the Gambia 3rd October 2018– On NO Alcohol DAY, Gambia Alliance on Alcohol Policy call for ban on alcohol advertising in all professional sports Commencing this year on 3 October, […]
Disney is now selling boozy push pops that contain more alcohol than a glass of wine
Disney is now selling boozy push pops that contain more alcohol than a glass of wine Business Insider By Andrea Romano, Travel & Leisure October 3, 2018 It’s no secret that you can find tons of tasty and boozy treats in Disney Springs, but the latest icy dessert from Paddlefish Restaurant at the Walt Disney World Resort […]