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On the Dear Chelsea podcast, Anna Faris revealed she stopped drinking in the past year, calling sobriety a gift that helped her stop self-sabotage and noting a link between alcohol and depression for her. She also credited hormone patches for mental-health benefits and briefly discussed her divorces and her son Jack; her representative did not comment on when she began abstaining.
A government-commissioned study on the risks of drinking was released independently, revealing findings that were not reflected in the United States’ official drinking guidelines.
Florida man George Pino, 55, is on trial for manslaughter and vessel homicide after a 2022 Biscayne Bay boat trip for his daughter’s birthday, during which prosecutors say he served alcohol to underage passengers, sped through a channel marker, and caused a crash that led to the drowning death of teen Lucy Fernandez; a civil suit over injuries to another passenger is pending. Jury selection has begun and Pino has pleaded not guilty.
A new supercut of Kash Patel bragging about his drinking surfaces as lawmakers question his sobriety, with Sen. Chris Van Hollen pressing Patel to take an alcoholism assessment; Patel denies a drinking problem, cites past incidents, and has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over a report alleging excessive drinking.
FBI Director Kash Patel publicly dismissed The Atlantic’s bombshell report about his erratic leadership and alleged heavy drinking, posting a defiant message to 'fake news' and threatening legal action, while the article details episodes of intoxication, unexplained absences, and security concerns that officials say could affect national security, drawing White House defenses and ongoing controversy as Patel remains in place under Trump.
A Vacaville nurse sued Carnival Corp. claiming crew overserved her alcohol on a Carnival Cruise after she reportedly drank 14–15 beverages over about 8½ hours and later fell causing injuries. A Miami-Dade County jury found Carnival 60% responsible for negligence and awarded her $300,000. Carnival did not immediately comment.
A North Carolina influencer named Jacob Jones has built a large online following by posting videos of himself smoking cigarettes and drinking throughout the day on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch. His main YouTube channel was demonetized over cigarette content, but he earns income from a smaller channel, Patreon subscriptions, and livestreams. Fans praise his lifestyle as “living the dream,” while critics warn of serious health risks and question the longevity of his model.
Andy Cohen reveals he takes control of the New Year's Eve show when Anderson Cooper gets too drunk, noting he can hear Cooper's slur and has to steer the broadcast, which is the only time Cooper drinks heavily during the year.
A woman is considering breaking up with her boyfriend after he got extremely drunk, made lewd comments, and damaged her living room, raising questions about whether this incident should be a deal breaker in their relationship.
Terence Crawford responded skeptically to Ilia Topuria's exaggerated claim of a knockout, suggesting that MMA fighters often drink heavily, which might influence their statements. The article also covers upcoming boxing events, including Canelo vs. Crawford, and recent developments in MMA and boxing news.
Frogs breathe and drink through their porous, moist skin, which contains blood vessels for gas exchange and water absorption, allowing them to survive underwater and during hibernation, though this makes them vulnerable to pollutants and climate change.
A man is concerned about his intoxicated girlfriend's behavior, as she often has sex while drunk without remembering it, which he believes is non-consensual. He seeks advice on whether to ask her to get help, but the response suggests addressing the issue gently by expressing how her drinking affects him and discussing potential changes, rather than demanding.
Stephen Colbert humorously defended former Fox News host Pete Hegseth against allegations of drinking at work, suggesting that many weekend morning hosts might still be intoxicated from the night before. Colbert joked about Hegseth's on-air comments regarding alcohol and dismissed the drinking allegations, noting that Hegseth never missed work due to drinking. The segment was part of Colbert's monologue on "The Late Show."
Public health officials are increasingly concerned about the rising alcohol consumption among older Americans, with the annual number of alcohol-related deaths exceeding 178,000 from 2020 through 2021. Factors contributing to this trend include the pandemic, stress, and a generational cohort effect. Older adults are more likely to drink frequently and engage in binge drinking, which poses greater health risks for them, including exacerbating cognitive decline, interacting with prescription drugs, and increasing the risk of falls and certain diseases. Efforts to combat this issue include raising the federal tax on alcohol and eliminating barriers to treatment, as treatments for excessive alcohol use are effective for older patients.
The age-old adage "Beer before liquor, never been sicker" may not have much scientific backing, as few studies have delved into the truth behind such sayings. One of the most rigorous studies to date, conducted in 2019, involved 90 students and found no significant difference in hangover severity between those who drank beer before wine and those who drank wine before beer. While many have attempted to "game" their drinking patterns to avoid hangovers, the evidence supporting these strategies remains unclear.