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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

"Growing Concern" – A Surprising Problem in Russia

Russia is facing a recruitment challenge for the war in Ukraine, increasingly relying on individuals with alcohol and drug problems.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From alcoholism to the desire to die: Tiziano Ferro is the first super guest of Sanremo

Tiziano Ferro, a renowned Italian singer, is set to be the first major guest at the Sanremo Music Festival, returning six years after his last appearance.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

Admitted to drunk driving - today Sandra Borch appears in court

Sandra Borch has admitted to multiple instances of drunk driving and is facing court proceedings in Norway.

Feb 24 • 08:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Tommi Korpela and alcohol-afflicted Tomi Lindfors discuss their 50-year friendship - 'Tommi has never judged'

Actors Tommi Korpela and Tomi Lindfors reflect on their deep friendship and their roles in the upcoming film 'Isänpäivä', where they portray a social worker and a resident struggling with alcohol addiction.

Feb 24 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Podcast: Ritva Oksanen Opens Up About Her Alcoholism: 'What Am I Doing Here?'

In a recent podcast, Finnish actress and singer Ritva Oksanen reflects on her struggles with alcoholism and her journey to sobriety after 37 years.

Feb 24 • 04:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Alcoholism and Daily Malaise

The article reflects on the impact of alcoholism on daily life and the relief that comes from sobriety, contrasting the struggles of past drinking days with the newfound peace of abstinence.

Feb 23 • 21:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Will the poignant song in Latvian be heard in Vienna? Foreign Eurovision fans' opinions on Atvara's song

The song "Ēnā" by Atvara has received high praise from Eurovision fans for its thematic depth and emotional resonance.

Feb 22 • 03:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Ernestina Pais. She Resurged After a Period of Darkness and Emotionally Reflects on Her Struggle to Overcome Alcoholism: 'I Wanted to Get Out'

In an emotional interview, journalist and actress Ernestina Pais discusses her battle with alcoholism and the impact it had on her and her family.

Feb 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After 10 days, patient who escaped from a therapeutic community in Amapá remains missing

A 59-year-old man named Raimundo Rodrigues Costa has been missing for ten days after he escaped from a therapeutic community in Macapá, Amapá, following an alcohol-related episode.

Feb 20 • 12:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous person reports that illegal mining and gang violence have brought alcoholism and killings to Sararé in MT

An indigenous woman reported that illegal mining and the criminal organization Comando Vermelho have led to increased alcoholism and violence in Sararé, Brazil.

Feb 20 • 11:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young people no longer need alcohol and cigarettes to seem like adults, says psychiatrist specializing in alcoholism

A psychiatrist notes that modern youths increasingly do not need alcohol or cigarettes to feel adult-like, reflecting a significant change in social behaviors and attitudes toward substance use.

Feb 20 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

A recovering alcoholic who returns to tasting wine, what do we do with this story?

The article discusses the complex narrative of a recovered alcoholic who is now a renowned wine taster, challenging the straightforward narrative of addiction recovery.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Obesity medication against alcoholism? New study offers hope

A new study suggests that obesity medications like Mounjaro may effectively reduce alcohol consumption and relapse behaviors in rats and mice.

Feb 19 • 17:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kaija Koo Survived Family Hell: 'I Was So Exhausted That I Didn't Care What Happened'

Finnish singer Kaija Koo reflects on her struggles during her marriage to composer Markku Impiö, highlighting the emotional toll of being in the shadow of an alcoholic partner.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Shia LaBeouf Breaks Sobriety Code and Parties for Almost a Week: 'He’s Terrorizing the City'

Shia LaBeouf, who previously claimed he had been sober for years, was reportedly spotted partying in New Orleans and was later arrested for instances of minor violence after an incident at a bar.

Feb 18 • 15:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

I Cut Off My Dad; My Mom and I Have Clear Boundaries. Patrik Buday on Life with an Alcoholic and Gambler Family

Patrik Buday discusses his challenging family dynamics, emphasizing the need to set boundaries to maintain his happiness.

Feb 18 • 09:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

M. Heaton, who battled addictions - hardly recognizable: spoke about the hell she experienced

Michelle Heaton opened up about her struggles with alcohol addiction, revealing it began after her cancer-preventive mastectomy and escalated into a daily habit over time.

Feb 16 • 17:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Grim death: mother of two found dead in store freezer

Helen Massiell Garay Sanchez, a mother of two, was found dead in a store freezer due to hypothermia and alcoholism, raising concerns about safety in retail environments.

Feb 15 • 12:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Mika Salminen concealed the truth about his childhood for a long time – now he reveals how his father drank away their money and home

Mika Salminen shares his traumatic childhood experience of discovering his father's alcoholism and its impact on his family.

Feb 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Bholenath, please free my daddy from alcohol...' a 9-year-old girl sets out with kanwar

A 9-year-old girl in Aligarh took a kanwar to pray for her father's deliverance from alcoholism, demonstrating the emotional toll of his addiction on her young life.

Feb 14 • 07:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Dad's twisted lie after drunkenly shooting Brit daughter dead following 'Trump row'

A UK father fatally shot his daughter during a dispute about Donald Trump while on holiday in Texas, leading to an inquest revealing tragic details of the incident.

Feb 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Patient flees from rehabilitation clinic in Amapá during outbreak; family seeks help

A 59-year-old patient has reportedly escaped from a rehabilitation clinic in Macapá, Brazil, after experiencing an alcohol-related crisis, prompting his family to seek public assistance in finding him.

Feb 12 • 20:13 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The lowest point was when I realized I couldn't go a day without drinking. Ilva's story of addiction

Ilva shares her childhood and her journey through addiction, revealing how early exposure to alcohol affected her life.

Feb 12 • 13:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man dies stuck in window trying to enter his mother's house in MG

A 45-year-old man died in Araguari, Brazil, after getting stuck in a kitchen window while attempting to enter his mother's house.

Feb 11 • 19:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The new film gives a harsh depiction of Kaija Koo and Markku Impiö's marriage - now Markku Impiö speaks

The new film titled 'Kaunis rietas onnellinen' chronicles the tumultuous relationship between Finnish artist Kaija Koo and her ex-husband Markku Impiö, primarily showcasing the effects of alcoholism on their family life.

Feb 10 • 16:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

After so many deceptions, I finally regained my mother's trust

The author reflects on the emotional distance created between her and her mother due to issues related to alcoholism, ultimately leading to a journey of regaining trust.

Feb 9 • 15:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Joona has been sober for three years - An incredible change

Joona Rönneberg from Lahti has successfully managed three years of sobriety after a battle with long COVID, transforming his life away from alcohol addiction.

Feb 9 • 07:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young woman turns her father's story into a book and emphasizes the importance of support networks in overcoming alcoholism

Maria Clara Campos, a journalism student from Sorocaba, has penned a book about her father's recovery from alcoholism, highlighting the critical role of support networks.

Feb 8 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Elias wants to break the vicious circle: 'I can see the connection to colonial history'

Elias Nielsen reflects on his traumatic childhood experiences shaped by his parents' alcoholism and connects them to the broader context of colonial history.

Feb 8 • 10:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Some produce pipes for Musk, others crush alcohol. This is Transcarpathia: prosperity and poverty

The article highlights the stark contrast in Transcarpathia, Ukraine, where a booming industrial sector coexists with extreme poverty affecting local families.

Feb 7 • 12:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

"Crying While Drinking": the heart-wrenching testimony of Ernestina Pais as she recalls her struggle with alcoholism

Ernestina Pais emotionally recounted her battle with alcoholism and the vital support from her family during her rehabilitation process in a recent interview.

Feb 6 • 15:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Today on TV: Lassi, 20, drinks himself to a drunken state again - "I need help"

20-year-old Lassi Kuhlman from Tampere continues to get drunk despite being unemployed and without social benefits, streaming his actions online and receiving donations from viewers.

Feb 6 • 07:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

BNDES approves R$ 10 million for co-producer of a film about alcoholism featuring Carolina Dieckmann

The BNDES has approved a R$ 10 million financing for Elo Studios, the co-producer of 'Des(control)', a film about alcoholism starring Carolina Dieckmann, which premieres this month.

Feb 6 • 01:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

He drank three bottles of vodka a day, today he has been abstaining for eight years. 'I had to hit rock bottom to want to heal,' says the former alcoholic

In an interview with Lukáš Farský, a former alcoholic shares his journey of struggle and recovery after drinking three bottles of vodka daily, discussing the personal lows and challenges he faced along the way.

Feb 5 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

In theaters in '(Des)control', Carolina Dieckmann celebrates national cinema and clarifies rumors about 'Vale tudo'

Carolina Dieckmann stars in '(Des)control', her seventh film, where she plays an overloaded writer confronting her alcoholism, marking her deeper foray into cinema.

Feb 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man lynched after attacking girlfriend was drunk and returned to the distributor with a knife before being killed, says delegate

Heron Rogério Lima, 41, was lynched after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend while intoxicated and returning to a liquor distributor armed with a knife.

Feb 3 • 15:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Lulu says 'I thought I was a bad person' after she breaks down in tears over son

Lulu emotionally revealed her struggles with alcoholism, admitting that she used to believe she was a bad person before achieving sobriety in 2013.

Jan 13 • 09:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Secret of the Left's Alcohol Project. Plagiarism?

The article examines the controversies surrounding the Left's draft amendment to the Alcoholism Prevention Act, particularly allegations of plagiarism compared to a proposal from the Ministry of Health.

Jan 13 • 03:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Carrie Fisher: bipolar, alcoholic... A talent from another galaxy on the brink of the precipice

The article explores the tumultuous life of Carrie Fisher, highlighting her struggles with bipolar disorder and alcohol addiction, as well as her iconic role as Princess Leia.

Jan 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The biggest hope in Yugoslavia ended up under a bridge as a homeless man, an alcoholic, and in extreme poverty

Aleksandar Gvozdenović, a former football goalkeeper and once a great talent, fell into homelessness and alcoholism after a promising career in Yugoslav football.

Jan 7 • 10:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty gave guests £190 tequila after saying booze left them at 'rock bottom'

Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty, despite their struggles with alcoholism, hosted a lavish wedding where they treated guests to expensive £190 tequila.

Jan 6 • 13:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I saw a friend and my ex-wife die from drinking

Steam locomotive driver David Price reflects on his past struggles with alcohol and the tragic losses he suffered, as he shares insights on turning his life around during Dry January.

Jan 1 • 08:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I drank four bottles of wine a day after NYE heartbreak but hid my double life

Amy Deards shares her struggle with alcoholism and the impact of her relationship breakup on her drinking habits.

Dec 31 • 16:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Anđa Marić after painful confession about her son made a brave decision: 'It ends with me!'

Musician and writer Anđa Marić recently moved the public with a courageous and painful admission about her 22-year-old son Gašper's long battle with alcoholism, leading her to reflect on their difficult family situation following a troubling incident.

Dec 30 • 16:52 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

An Alcoholic as a Bartender: Sometimes He Struggles to Resist

Noah Klein, a former alcoholic, now runs a bar in Mainz where he still serves his favorite drink while facing the constant temptation of alcohol.

Dec 30 • 05:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

A bar-laboratory to test the effectiveness of Ozempic against alcoholism

In Bethesda, Maryland, a unique bar serves as a laboratory to explore the potential of Ozempic, a weight-loss drug, to mitigate the effects of alcohol addiction.

Dec 29 • 12:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

"Going to AA at 30 years old, I’m here… but I have two and a half years of sobriety": in a support group for Alcoholics Anonymous

Each Wednesday evening, a support group offers a brotherly listening space for anyone wishing to stop drinking, rooted in the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous, which started in the US in 1935 and has nearly 600 groups in France.

Dec 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Alcoholics Anonymous Born from a Glass of Gin

The article discusses the origins of Alcoholics Anonymous, which began during a meeting between two men over a drink in 1934, leading to a movement with over two million members worldwide.

Mar 29 • 09:45 UTC

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