U.S. Alcohol Consumption Hits New Low, Poll Finds

The results signal a shift after a recent uptick in drinking among middle-aged adults in particular.

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Clashing Visions of Syria’s Future Play Out in Ancient Alleys of Damascus

Many in the capital worry that the secular freedoms they enjoyed under the Assad regime are under threat from the new Islamist government.

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3 Out of 5 Liver Cancer Cases Are Preventable, Study Finds

Without efforts to address some causes, including alcohol use and metabolic issues, the researchers warn that cases could nearly double by 2050.

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10 Nutrition Lessons From 2025, So Far

How much protein do you need? Is there a “least bad” alcohol? We tackled these questions and more.

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How the NBA Finals’ Champagne Celebration Became a Marketing Moment

Brands have seized on the spectacle of the post-championship celebration as a marketing moment.

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As Trump’s Tariffs Nudge Canada Toward Free Interprovincial Trade, Gerard Comeau Gets His Revenge

Gerard Comeau fought back after being fined for bringing too much beer into his province. He lost the battle, but may yet win the war.

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Is There a Least Bad Alcohol?

We all know about the health risks of drinking. But if you’re going to partake, it’s natural to want to minimize the damage.

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Jalapeño Wine Delights TikTok but Confuses Bartenders

Dropping a few jalapeño slices into a glass of “sauvy b” may give us the drink of the summer. Just don’t expect it to be on all menus.

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Hold the Chianti: Tariff Threat Leaves Italian Bottles Grounded

For now, President Trump’s 200 percent tariff on wine remains just a threat. But jittery American wine importers have already hit pause on orders from Tuscany.

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Europe Delays Tariffs on U.S. Whiskey and Other Goods

The European trade commissioner said U.S. officials want to start negotiating only after a fresh set of Trump administration tariffs takes effect on April 2.

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