‘The role of Ozempic isn’t just about reduced consumption, it’s about a shift in values’
Weight loss medications are quietly reshaping how and why people drink, pushing alcohol towards a more selective and…
Former footballer left suicidal during alcoholism and gambling battle
The ex-professional footballer has spoken out on attempting to take his life twice over a 13-year period while…
Police disappointed with alcohol sales to minors in Auckland
The Auckland City Alcohol Harm Prevention Unit and Auckland Council licensing inspectors carried out the operation over the…
Massive genetics study shows what truly separates and unites 14 psychiatric disorders
A sweeping genomic analysis reveals how psychiatric disorders cluster into five biological families, exposing shared pathways and pinpointing…
Skipper hits swimmers with propeller after day of drinking
A Christmas Eve swimming and fishing trip turned to a bloody disaster in 2022, when two women were…
Coroner: Nelson teen driver Tielyr Ayrton killed in alcohol-, speed-related crash
A police vehicle with flashing lights which loomed behind her had not been chasing her, but was trying…
Financial controller who spent $289,000 on travel, Uber Eats spared jail
Transactions described in the police summary of facts and a determination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Disciplinary…
Danone reveals what is next for protein
Consumer obsession with protein continues to grow unabated with the International Food Information Council reporting that one in…
‘Ozempic of alcohol’? Pill under $2 can reduce drinking
Thirst-zepatide? A cheap, already available pill is being billed as the “Ozempic of alcohol” for its ability to…
How a £3 pill dubbed ‘Ozempic for drinkers’ could cut your December bingeing
One drug has been colloquially referred to as ‘Ozempic for drinkers’ (Picture: Getty Images) It’s been the year…
Urgent warning issued for anyone taking common medicine like paracetamol and cough syrup
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency today said taking medication incorrectly ‘can lead to dangerous and unexpected…
12 killed as gunmen open fire at illegal bar in Pretoria hostel
A 12-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl were also killed in the attack. “Quite an unfortunate incident. Police…