48 m. ago Canadians are holding the line on sweeping ban on U.S. booze

Sales of U.S. wine to northern neighbor have slumped 91 percent since 2024 as locals refuse to back down on boycott rebuking President Donald Trump over tariff aggressions

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98 m. ago This is what happens to your body when you quit drinking alcohol

There are many quick wins and long-term gains for health from stopping drinking

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2 h. ago Lulu discusses 'fear of relapse' after more than decade sober

Scottish singer Lulu has opened up about her battle with alcoholism and the pivotal moment that led her to seek treatment and give up alcohol in 2013

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2 h. ago Pete Wicks reveals he was knocked unconscious in a horrific alcohol

Pete Wicks has revealed that he was knocked unconscious after a horrifying alcohol-fuelled fall on Christmas Day, which left him unable to leave his house for a week. 

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3 h. ago Woman who stabbed estranged husband cleared of attempted murder after jury heard she may have suffered temporary amnesia

The jury heard Claire Bridger, 64, may have suffered a form of amnesia when she attacked husband Keith due to stress and alcohol.

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3 h. ago Coronation Street's Kit Green star says 'he'd do it' in Lisa Swain admission

Jacob Roberts has teased that a new harmonious relationship between his character and DS Lisa Swain may not last

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4 h. ago New flu strain symptoms to watch for as doctors issue warning for UK

Doctors have issued warnings over a new strain of flu, known as subclade K, which is sweeping across the UK, with worrying new symptoms and pushing up hospital admissions

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5 h. ago Lulu gives update after secret battle and says 'it would be the end of me'

The singer says she now lives with a constant worry

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5 h. ago Feel like giving up dry January? Expert tips for staying free of alcohol

Telling friends and family makes all the difference, says expert

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5 h. ago The reason Brits are ditching alcohol in January – and it’s not health

A "staggering" 17.5 million individuals plan to abstain from alcohol in January

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6 h. ago This is what happens to your body when you stop drinking alcohol

There are many quick wins and long-term gains for health from stopping drinking

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6 h. ago School to prioritise children as young as four who regularly go to church in new admissions policy

St Chad's Church of England Primary School in Uppermill, Oldham, revealed the measures for children starting school in 2027 as part of an online consultation launched last month.

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6 h. ago Lulu says it 'would be the end' in alcohol addiction admission

The 76-year-old pop veteran recently opened up about her struggle with alcohol for the first time

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6 h. ago 'Perfect' new TV show that has fans 'constantly frustrated' and 'seriously addicted'

A new season of the addictive romance drama has been released - and fans are already obsessed

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6 h. ago 'Heartbreaking' drama fans have watched 'four times over' is back for season three

The first three episodes of the hit romantic drama's new season have just been released to Disney+ today with viewers already obsessed

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7 h. ago Lulu opens up about fears of relapsing after revealing alcoholism battle

Alcoholics Anonymous helpline is open 24/7 on 0800 9177 650. If you would prefer, you can also email them at help@aamail.org or live chat via their website at www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk. Drinkline, a free, confidential helpline for people who are concerned about their drinking, or someone else’s. Call 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm)

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7 h. ago Ulrika Jonsson reveals the harrowing phone call she received as her drinking spiralled out of control in emotional chat

Speaking in an emotional chat on Tuesday, the presenter, 58, recalled a tough conversation she had with her best friend at the peak of her alcoholstruggles.

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7 h. ago Biffy Clyro review – triumphant set marks a thunderous renewal

Motorpoint Arena, NottinghamComing off the back of a rough period, the Scottish band find reconnection, renewal and purpose in their singular mix of pop, rock and metal‘With a little love, we can conquer all,” Simon Neil croons on Biffy Clyro’s opening song A Little Love, over its huge, infectious arena-rock chorus. It’s a line that feels like a mantra for the Scottish band 30 years and 10 albums in: they’re currently touring 2025’s Futique having come through a rough period. They experienced major burnout, band members fell out for the first time and founding member James Johnston pulled out of this tour due to mental health and addiction issues. But their new songs feel rooted in renewal, reconnection and newfound purpose. Neil pays tribute to his departed bandmate on the urgent and zippy Friendshipping, which is an ode to the importance of maintaining such relationships.Futique was recorded in Berlin; the band said that the ghosts of Bowie, Iggy and Nick Cave’s the Birthday Party...

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8 h. ago Influencer Ruby Franke's chilling admission over extent of abuse her children suffered

WARNING – THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS DISTRESSING CONTENT: The chilling abuse American influencer Ruby Franke imposed on her children has been shared in a new documentary

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8 h. ago House party horror as 'beautiful soul' in sudden death after being helped to bed

Polly Zajdler attended a party last summer where she consumed alcohol and several controlled and prescribed drugs. She was found unresponsive the next morning.

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