Travel alerts increase following rise in cases of toxic fake alcohol.
UK Issues Travel Warning for Eight Countries Over Methanol Poisoning Risks The UK government has expanded its travel advisory, adding eight countries to its list due to concerns about methanol poisoning linked to contaminated alcohol. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has alerted travelers visiting Ecuador, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Russia, and Uganda […]
Whoopi Goldberg Proposes That Democratic Candidate with Nazi Tattoo Might Have Just Overindulged in Alcohol
Whoopi Goldberg Comments on Maine Senate Candidate’s Controversial Tattoo On a recent episode of “The View,” co-host Whoopi Goldberg weighed in on Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, who has a tattoo associated with Nazi symbolism on his chest. Goldberg suggested that perhaps Platner, who claims he got the tattoo while intoxicated 18 years ago and […]
Even tiny amounts of alcohol raise the chances of developing dementia, research shows
Alcohol Linked to Increased Cancer Risk Recent studies underscore the potential health risks associated with alcohol consumption, particularly its link to several types of cancer. Dr. Nicole Safier appeared on “America’s Newsroom” to weigh in on the Surgeon General’s proposal for cancer warning labels on alcoholic beverages, amidst rising norovirus cases reported by the CDC. […]
Sisters from New Jersey charged with attacking a Frontier Airlines employee after being removed from a Florida flight for alcohol use
New Jersey Sisters Arrested After Airport Incident Two sisters from New Jersey, reportedly intoxicated, were arrested at Orlando International Airport after allegedly assaulting a Frontier Airlines gate agent. This incident unfolded on May 15, as detailed in body camera footage that was made public recently. Keira Lyons, 22, and Maura Flores, 31, were removed from […]
Allen Iverson shares his reasons for quitting alcohol as he celebrates six months of sobriety.
Allen Iverson Reflects on Sobriety and Achievements Allen Iverson recently shared that his most significant accomplishment isn’t related to basketball. During an interview on “CBS Morning,” he celebrated six months of sobriety and talked about the difficulties that come with being famous. I mean, he mentioned to CBS’s Maurice DuBois that, “One of the best […]
Three people have died and many others are unwell due to methanol poisoning from contaminated alcohol in Brazil.
In Brazil, three people have died and over 200 more have fallen ill due to a surge in methanol poisoning linked to likely contaminated alcohol. The deceased include Bruna Araujo de Sousa, 30; Marcos Antonio Jorge Jr., 46; and Ricardo Lopez Mira, 50. Reports indicate they consumed toxic beverages at separate bars from mid-September to […]
Alcohol exports from the US to Canada fall by 85 percent
According to a recent report, U.S. liquor exports to Canada plummeted by 85% in the second quarter of 2025, largely due to the ongoing trade tensions. The report from the U.S. Council on Distilled Spirits (Discus), released on Monday, shows that exports to Canada dropped to $9.6 million, down from $63.1 million in the same […]
City officials restrict new liquor store openings as alcohol demand falls sharply.
New York’s Liquor Stores Face Closure Amid Changes Authorities in New York are working on limiting the number of wine and liquor stores across the city. Reports indicate that various factors, including tariffs and increasing competition from marijuana, are impacting liquor sales. A lawyer for a liquor retailer in the city shared that the state’s […]
Gov. Hochul faces backlash for advising black churchgoers against spending inflation refund checks on alcohol.
Controversy Surrounds Hochul’s Comments to Churchgoers Governor Kathy Hochul is facing criticism after advising her congregation, primarily composed of Black parishioners, to avoid purchasing alcohol with their upcoming inflation rebate checks. Her remarks have sparked backlash, with her former lieutenant governor, Antonio Delgado, accusing her of perpetuating harmful stereotypes. He stated that such comments strip […]
New York City considers reducing alcohol stores and sales to tackle high drinking rates
The city’s health authorities are considering a reduction in the number of liquor stores in New York City to tackle alcohol-related health issues. A report released recently by Mayor Eric Adams’ Department of Health revealed that high alcohol consumption is linked to several cancers, including those affecting the mouth, throat, larynx, esophagus, liver, colorectal region, […]