Colorado: New Bill Would Prevent Employed Minors From Selling Beer At Stores
Colorado: New Bill Would Prevent Employed Minors From Selling Beer At Stores Source: CBA By Shaun Boyd February 2, 2018 Just when you thought the beer wars were over in Colorado, here we go again. State lawmakers are considering changes to a law that allows grocery stores and convenience stores to sell […]
Lithuania: Alcohol loses its ‘coolness’ tag
Lithuania: Alcohol loses its ‘coolness’ tag dw.com January 31, 2018 When Tomas Josas and his business partner named their company “Prohibicija” (prohibition), little did he know that the irony would soon backfire. Currently, along with alcohol retailers big and small, the owner of a bar in Lithuania’s capital Vilnius is learning to only advertise […]
Effects of Parents Supplying Alcohol to Adolescents
Effects of Parents Supplying Alcohol to Adolescents Psychiatry Advisor February 2, 2018 HealthDay News — Parental supply of alcohol to adolescents is associated with increased odds of alcohol-related harms, and there is no evidence to support the view that parental supply protects from adverse drinking outcomes, according to a study published online in The […]
Limited alcohol for greek life under pilot program
Limited alcohol for greek life under pilot program Daily Iowan By Elianna Novitch February 2, 2018 While the alcohol ban on University of Iowa fraternity and sorority events remains in effect, a pilot program running this semester will allow eligible chapters to host a single event in which alcohol can be present under specific […]
A year ago, Penn State’s Tim Piazza died, and his parents aren’t letting up
A year ago, Penn State’s Tim Piazza died, and his parents aren’t letting up northjersey.com February 1, 2018 Evelyn Piazza, if she had one last chance to speak to her son, would tell him his family loves him — and “Don’t go.” Don’t go, that is, to the party that killed him a year […]
You did ‘Dry January.’ Is a boozy, ‘Wet February’ next?
You did ‘Dry January.’ Is a boozy, ‘Wet February’ next? USA Today By N’dea Yancey-Bragg February 1, 2018 After a boozy holiday season, many swore off alcohol as part of an annual challenge known as “Dry January.” Now that the month is over, it’s time to reflect: Can giving up booze for a month […]
OR: What’s Your Game Plan for Super Bowl Sunday?
OR: What’s Your Game Plan for Super Bowl Sunday? OLCC By Joy Spencer February 1, 2018 Portland, OR — The Super Bowl is one of the most watched sporting events of the year. Millions tune in to cheer for their favorite team (or their favorite commercials) and socialize with good food and drink. A crucial […]
Think Before You Drink
Think Before You Drink Rising Trend of Drinking Can Cause More Cancers in the US News Release American Institute for Cancer Research February 1, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) is sounding alarm bells over the high levels of alcohol consumption in the U.S. and the lack of awareness about […]
Middle Schoolers Caught Bringing Alcohol to Class in Kaufman County: Authorities
Middle Schoolers Caught Bringing Alcohol to Class in Kaufman County: Authorities NBC DFW By Eline de Bruijn February 1, 2018 TEXAS – Students at a Kaufman County middle school won’t be allowed to bring open drinks to classrooms after some students were caught bringing alcohol to class, authorities say. There have been “several” recent incidents at […]
Most Americans Believe Alcohol Is More Dangerous Than Marijuana
Most Americans Believe Alcohol Is More Dangerous Than Marijuana Finally, the US is seeing the light. The Fresh Toast By Mike Adams January 31, 2018 Most Americans are convinced that alcohol is more of a detriment to gears of civil society than marijuana, according to a report from global research firm DIG Insights. The first ever Cannabis Culture Report finds […]