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One in three young adults use AI chatbots for drug and alcohol info

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Economy

Trump takes aim at Canadian alcohol in latest trade war escalation

The US president has escalated his standoff with Ottawa with new tariffs and an alcohol ban, prompting Carney to warn there will be a price to pay for standing firm.

9 September 2026

Health news

Booze at young age linked to lasting brain changes

Binge drinking during adolescence may cause lasting changes to brain structure and function, including disrupted communication within the brain, according to a new study.

2 September 2026

Business

Drinks giant Diageo unveils $1bn in cost cuts to tackle slowing growth

The world's largest spirits maker has scrapped its medium-term growth target as new CEO Dave Lewis moves to reset performance after years of stagnant sales.

Food and Drink

International Beer Day: Old and New World flavours boost demand

On International Beer Day, this age-old drink increasingly asserts itself as a complex, diverse universe, with over 160 styles and sensory richness that goes far beyond casual drinking.

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Europe News

German rail network to ban alcohol from 5,400 stations by October

Germany's national railway operator Deutsche Bahn will introduce a ban on alcohol at all 5,400 stations by 15 October. There will be exemptions, however, including for station bars and restaurants.

Food and Drink

'Εβίβα!' It's official: Europe's Best Bar is in Greece

The inaugural list of Europe’s 50 Best Bars has been revealed, and it was a great night for the Greek capital Athens...

Destinations

‘Aperol Spritz index’: Cities to visit for an affordable orange tipple

If you love the bright orange beverage but don’t love the price tag attached to it in many bars, here’s where you should be heading.

wellbeing

People to drink less booze, but only for the next five years

Changing tastes and tightening belts are reshaping the global drinks industry, with consumption set to fall across traditional markets over the next five years.

Europe News

Warsaw curbs night-time alcohol sales, residents react

From 1 June, a ban on night-time alcohol sales will apply across Warsaw. The measure, part of the Safe Night programme, aims to boost safety and curb late-night public disorder.

Germany

Inside Germany's beer obsession

Germany is well-known for its obsession with beer, with the Oktoberfest festival attracting millions of visitors each year.

Culture news

Britney Spears avoids jail time by pleading guilty to reckless driving

Britney Spears pleaded guilty through her lawyer to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after California prosecutors accused her of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

Nutrition

Beer is a bigger source of vitamin B6 than scientists realised

A new study suggests that a pint fo beer contains a surprisingly meaningful amount of vitamin B6 – and that an alcohol-free version may actually be one of the better options for getting it.

Culture news

Britney Spears enters rehab facility weeks after alleged DUI arrest

Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a rehab clinic following her alleged DUI (Drinking Under the Influence) arrest on 4 March.

Earth News

Mezcal's popularity is booming – but forests are paying the price

Mezcal production in Mexico has gone from about 1 million litres in 2010 to more than 11 million in 2024.

Food and Drink

Captain Jack approved: Johnny Depp moves into spirits

“Yo ho ho and a bottle of rum...” Captain Jack Sparrow would have approved of Johnny Depp’s move into spirits.

Health news

Wine vs beer vs spirits: Which is the least bad for your health?

A study of 340,000 adults suggests not all alcohol carries the same risk - even at low to moderate levels, beer, cider and spirits were linked to higher mortality, while wine was associated with a lower risk.