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World

"They don't even remember how they got there": Russia sends alcoholics to the front

Recent reports reveal that two Russian soldiers arriving in occupied Ukraine were so intoxicated they couldn't explain how they got there or walk unassisted.

Mar 21 • 20:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

László Krasznahorkai: "One in ten Hungarians is alcoholic... and I think that's little with Orbán"

Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai discusses issues in Hungary, particularly alcohol addiction, and critiques the country's leadership under Viktor Orbán.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

"They did not remember how they got there." Russia recruits alcoholics to the front lines

Russian authorities are increasingly recruiting people with alcohol dependencies into the military to send them to the front lines in Ukraine due to a shortage of soldiers.

Mar 19 • 11:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Matt Willis reveals Jack Osbourne saved him at lowest moment with incredible offer

Matt Willis credits Jack Osbourne with aiding his recovery from alcoholism after a violent incident in New Zealand.

Mar 18 • 09:27 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

My husband is an abstaining alcoholic, but I fear he has succumbed to another addiction. How to sensitively set boundaries so we don't lose our savings?

A woman discusses her concerns about her husband, a recovering alcoholic, who may have developed a new obsession with restoring vintage cars, potentially endangering their finances.

Mar 18 • 06:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

My mom is a narcissist - can she leave me without an inheritance?

The article discusses concerns about inheritance in the context of having a narcissistic and unpredictable mother with issues related to alcoholism.

Mar 18 • 04:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Scrubs star Zach Braff talks about alcoholism: 'I drank until I blacked out'

Actor and director Zach Braff shared his struggles with alcoholism during a podcast interview, revealing he went a year without drinking after realizing the shameful situations his drinking had led to.

Mar 16 • 20:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Professor: tendencies towards alcoholism will not be shown by any studies - one needs to look elsewhere

A Lithuanian professor argues that neurological studies fail to capture the complexities of addiction, emphasizing the role of the nervous system.

Mar 16 • 18:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Why is mommy acting so strangely?" A daughter's painful question ended decades of alcohol addiction

Anna Donaghey from Gloucestershire shares her journey of overcoming two decades of alcohol addiction after a poignant question from her daughter.

Mar 16 • 18:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The basis of addiction, whether in alcohol or sports betting, is a sorrow

The article discusses the impact of addiction, particularly focusing on alcohol and gambling, and its real-life implications on individuals.

Mar 16 • 13:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Gerli Padar-Parmas talks openly about her childhood: I saw violence very raw, it has affected me as a person and certainly Tanel too

Musician Gerli Padar-Parmas opened up in a radio interview about her traumatic childhood experiences with violence and alcoholism.

Mar 16 • 07:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Paramedic's Diary (2): Taxi of the Homeless, Alcoholics, and Little Bunnies

A paramedic shares personal experiences and emotions from their day-to-day encounters, focusing on interactions with vulnerable populations like the homeless and alcoholics.

Mar 15 • 19:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The life of a wealthy 'dream family' was not what it seemed - Sanni, 27, no longer wants to see her parents

Sanni, a 27-year-old, reflects on her decision to cut ties with her parents due to a troubled upbringing that belied their outward appearances of a happy, wealthy family.

Mar 15 • 14:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Walker Hayes says kids had ‘front-row seat’ to struggles, including ‘alcoholic dad’

Country singer Walker Hayes reflects on his life struggles and how his children have witnessed his journey, including his battles with alcoholism and eventual success.

Mar 14 • 13:31 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Only people with this eye color have the highest risk of becoming alcoholics

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Vermont suggests a significant link between eye color and the likelihood of developing alcohol dependence.

Mar 12 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Monika Fagerholm drank for decades until one morning everything was different: 'The desire to drink was gone, it was a miracle'

Monika Fagerholm reflects on her journey from alcoholism to clarity and the important milestones in her life.

Mar 8 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Adam Rickitt says he lost his TV fortune after alcoholic dad 'stole' his money

Adam Rickitt revealed that he lost his wealth from acting, alleging his alcoholic father repeatedly took his money.

Mar 7 • 15:37 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Rait Rosenberg, who participated in the Kinoteater comedy workshop: I talk about alcoholism

Rait Rosenberg, a participant in the Kinoteater comedy workshop, shares his experiences with burnout and alcoholism, emphasizing the possibility of recovery.

Mar 6 • 10:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Wife punches husband in the chest, husband dies... arguments due to alcoholism happening daily

A domestic dispute in Latur district of Maharashtra resulted in the death of a 49-year-old man following a physical altercation with his wife, who has been arrested by police.

Mar 5 • 07:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marusarz on a Bottle of Moonshine. Dispute Over the Image of a Ski Jumper

A legal dispute has emerged over the trademark 'Marusarz', which features a ski jumper and is used by a company selling alcoholic beverages, raising questions about personal rights and anti-alcoholism policies.

Mar 5 • 03:30 UTC
🇫🇮 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

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