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, […]
US Open fans who have been drinking are more unruly than those at other top tennis events, bothering players and attendees.
US Open Fans Draw Mixed Reactions US Open attendees are expressing frustration over the rowdy atmosphere, contrasting sharply with the decorum of other elite tennis tournaments. Many fans in the stands were seen creating a racket—taking selfies, chatting loudly, and even using speakerphones during tense moments in matches. Rob Stein, a 65-year-old retired entrepreneur from […]
Drinking, brawls, destruction — Unruly conduct at the U.S. Open exemplifies NYC at its best
A British friend made an observation at the US Open on Wednesday night that caught my attention. “Hmm, this feels very American,” they remarked. As world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz entered Arthur Ashe Stadium, the atmosphere felt reminiscent of a concert, complete with a fog machine. The crowd of 23,000 didn’t hold back their chatter […]
My sister-in-law is supporting her husband’s drinking problem, and I’m running out of choices.
Dear Abby Dear Abby: My step-sister is enabling her alcoholic husband. He has a health issue that makes it hard for him to walk. He often collapses and struggles to use the bathroom. With his heavy drinking—about a fifth of vodka every couple of days—he can’t even get the surgery he needs. My sister-in-law buys […]
Country singer Walker Hayes nearly returned to drinking following his daughter Oakleigh’s funeral in 2018.
Walker Hayes Discusses Struggles and Sobriety Country singer Walker Hayes has been candid about the tough times in his life, especially his battle with alcohol. During his recent talk on the “K-Love Morning Show,” the 45-year-old artist shared the tragedy of losing his daughter, Oakley, who was born on the same day in June 2018. […]
21 people, including 6 young children, fall ill with E. coli and food poisoning after drinking raw milk from a Florida farm.
Local health officials report that almost six individuals, including young children, have contracted E. coli or Campylobacter infections after consuming raw milk from a farm in Florida. A total of 21 people have fallen ill, with seven needing hospitalization; two of these cases were particularly severe due to complications. It’s unclear if any of those […]
‘The McBee Dynasty’ Actress Galyna Saltkovska Refutes Claims of Drinking Wine at Work During Tough Period: “I Don’t Do That At The Office”
Inside the McBee Dynasty: An Emotional Journey There’s been a lot of drama surrounding McBee Farm & Cattle Co lately. Following a painful split from Steve McBee, star of McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys, Galyna Saltkovska found herself heartbroken yet again when he began seeing her former friend, Masha. The fallout has been tough, with […]
Economic factors, rather than cultural changes, are responsible for the decrease in drinking among Gen Z.
Interestingly, while the global alcohol market is facing a downturn, recent insights indicate that Gen Z adults are actually increasing their drinking habits. According to data from IWSR, which provides analytics, the consumer base of Gen Z (those of legal drinking age to 27) rose from 66% in April 2023 to 73% in March 2025. […]
Pocan and Van Orden exchange insults on video: ‘Are you drinking at this moment?’
Confrontation Between Wisconsin Congress Members On Wednesday, Congress members Mark Pokan (D-Wisc.) and Derrick Van Olden (R-Wisc.) engaged in a heated exchange on camera. A video from Spectrum News captured the incident. During a discussion about funding cuts to public broadcasting, Van Olden interrupted Pokan, who was speaking about the issue, by standing up to […]
Fourth of July icon Eric ‘Badlands’ Booker shares his drinking skills.
Champion’s Quest for Independence Day Glory Eric “Badlands” Booker, a standout in the world of competitive eating, is gearing up for another chance at victory in the Nathan’s Lemonade Gallon Championship this Independence Day. He aims for his fifth championship belt in the well-known Hot Dog Eating Contest. “I’m focusing on reducing my time and […]