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TOWIE’s Freddie Bentley on liver failure scare and choosing sobriety in his 20s
Reality star Freddie Bentley describes how a sudden liver failure on holiday led to a diagnosis of Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis and a complete rethink of his lifestyle. He shares how heavy drinking worsened his symptoms, why he now lives alcohol-free, and what early sobriety felt like in a party-focused TV world. Readers gain a candid look at protecting health while still enjoying social life.
Read more …Man’s ‘toxic’ relationship with alcohol ends in domestic murder conviction
The Standard
6 Aug 2026
A domestic murder case in Scotland exposes how a “toxic” relationship with alcohol and deteriorating mental health can fuel lethal violence at home.
Read more …Guinness 0.0 shines as Diageo sales dip in shifting drinks market
MorningAdvertiser.co.uk
6 Aug 2026
Guinness 0.0 is helping Diageo grow, even as overall sales fall. Discover how rising demand for alcohol-free options is reshaping the beer market.
Read more …From Gawker Scandal to Sobriety Guide: AJ Daulerio’s Second Act
the Guardian
5 Aug 2026
AJ Daulerio went from Gawker’s rise and fall to a decade in recovery. Discover how he uses structure, honesty and service to rebuild life after addiction.
Read more …How Brewers See Alcohol-Free Beer as Expanding, Not Threatening, the Beer Experience
The Drinks Business
2 Aug 2026
Non-alcoholic beer is surging in popularity. Discover how brewers are adapting, what makes these beers appealing, and how they fit into more mindful drinking habits.
Read more …The Belgian town rewarding sober teens with free beer
BBC News
1 Aug 2026
Discover how a Belgian town uses “sobercoins” and free drinks to motivate teens to arrive at parties sober, cutting risky drinking without finger-wagging.
Read more …Gen Z drinks less, so bars are wooing Gen X with earlier, nostalgia-fuelled nights
The Independent
31 Jul 2026
Gen Z’s lighter drinking and focus on wellness is reshaping nightlife, pushing bars to court Gen X with earlier, nostalgia-heavy events. Discover what’s behind the generational shift.
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Heineken UK pub investment boosts choice, including low and no alcohol options
MorningAdvertiser.co.uk
5 Aug 2026
Heineken UK is pouring money into its Star Pubs, with stronger performance and rising low and no alcohol sales. See how this could expand alcohol‑free choices.
Read more …Pubs urged to tighten cleaning for low and no-alcohol draught beer
MorningAdvertiser.co.uk
2 Aug 2026
Trade bodies set out tougher cleaning and storage rules for draught low and alcohol-free beer, aiming to protect flavour, safety and avoid alcohol mix-ups at the bar.
Read more …Low & No Beer Now Outscores Tap Water in UK Pubs, KAM Finds
MorningAdvertiser.co.uk
28 Jul 2026
Low and no-alcohol beer is now more popular than tap water in UK pubs. See how drinkers are moderating, mixing drinks and treating alcohol-free options as a premium choice.
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Scott Thomas on sobriety, ‘wild’ alter ego and rebuilding life after addiction
Daily Mirror
4 Aug 2026
Scott Thomas shares how alcohol, drugs and gambling fed a ‘wild’ alter ego—and what changed when he chose sobriety and treatment for his mental health.
Read more …Liverpool to honour The Vivienne with Pride Quarter statue and addiction support legacy
Daily Mirror
4 Aug 2026
Liverpool’s Pride Quarter plans a statue of The Vivienne, alongside a new support group for people facing drug and alcohol addiction. See how this legacy could inspire hope.
Read more …Alice Cooper, Joe Perry and the sober backstage world of Hollywood Vampires
The Standard
3 Aug 2026
Rock icons Alice Cooper and Joe Perry share how Hollywood Vampires tour with a sober backstage, balancing big riffs, longevity and life without alcohol.
Read more …Health & Wellbeing
Whoop founder Will Ahmed’s wellness routine for better sleep, recovery and balance
The Standard
6 Aug 2026
Discover how Whoop founder Will Ahmed uses tracking, meditation and smart daily habits to improve sleep, recovery and manage alcohol’s impact on rest and performance.
Read more …Rough sleeping, alcohol-related crime and a central London square under strain
The Standard
4 Aug 2026
A central London square is struggling with rough sleeping, alcohol-related thefts and rising tensions. Explore how homelessness, substance use and local support services intersect.
Read more …Australian gambling crackdown faces pressure over VIP perks, alcohol and drug claims
the Guardian
4 Aug 2026
Australia’s online gambling overhaul is being reshaped after disturbing claims about alcohol, drugs and VIP perks. See how these reforms could change the landscape of addiction harms.
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Inside London’s sober sex parties and alcohol-free kink spaces
The Standard
5 Aug 2026
London’s kink scene is going sober, with alcohol-free parties redefining pleasure, safety and intimacy. See how sex-positive spaces are thriving without drink or drugs.
Read more …Westminster plan could end standing at the bar in Soho and West End pubs
the Guardian
5 Aug 2026
Westminster council is considering limits on standing and bar service in Soho and West End pubs. See how the proposals could reshape central London nights out.
Read more …Gen Z’s drinking habits: new data challenges the ‘sober curious’ label
The Independent
28 Jul 2026
Fresh research suggests Gen Z drinks about as much as older adults, even as overall moderation rises. Explore what this shift says about changing drinking culture.
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Mum who drank three bottles of wine a night marks six years sober after lockdown
The Mirror
3 Aug 2026
From nightly wine deliveries to a hospital wake-up call, Karen Gray’s journey shows how a parent can move through addiction, relapse and finally long-term sobriety.
Read more …Prison recalls in England and Wales soar, exposing links to addiction, homelessness and mental health
the Guardian
29 Jul 2026
Prison recalls have surged past releases, often tied to homelessness, addiction and mental health struggles. Understand how these pressures affect recovery and stability after custody.
Read more …‘I had my first drink at 16 – by 26 I was given six months
the Guardian
27 Jul 2026
A young personal trainer was told she had six months to live as her drinking spiralled. Holly’s raw story shows how addiction creeps in – and how recovery can begin.
Read more …Relationships & Family
Bride’s strict wedding rules include alcohol ban and no food after 7am
Daily Mirror
14 Jul 2026
One bride’s alcohol-free, tightly controlled wedding has guests questioning how to protect their wellbeing and set boundaries when celebrations stop feeling joyful.
Read more …Man given alcohol abstinence order after violent assault on partner
www.walesonline.co.uk
2 Jul 2026
A violent assault case in Wales shows how courts use alcohol abstinence orders in domestic abuse sentences, alongside highlighting key helplines and support routes.
Read more …World Cup nights, alcohol and domestic abuse: Women’s Aid warns of ‘other kick-off’ at home
The Independent
17 Jun 2026
Women’s Aid warns that late World Cup kick-offs and heavy drinking can fuel spikes in domestic abuse, and urges anyone affected to seek support and know the warning signs.
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