Hegseth’s Drinking

It's 'Dry January.' Here's how much you can save by not drinking for a month

Giving up alcohol for 31 days is associated with numerous health benefits. But for a growing number of adults, saving money is a top motivator.

CNBC - 5d

I Quit Drinking Four Years Ago. I’m Still Confronting Drinking Culture.

Yes, you can become sober and remain social.

The New York Times - 6d

Pete Hegseth fails to embody military professionalism

How does the time when I, a U.S. Navy veteran, roleplayed as a nuclear terrorist relate to Hegseth’s candidacy for secretary of Defense? Let me explain.

The Hill - Jan. 8

Priscilla Martinez breaks down the science of drinking patterns and their effects

Priscilla Martinez, deputy scientific director of the Alcohol Research Group, discusses how drinking patterns influence health and behavior.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Sugary Drinks Linked to Global Rise in Diabetes, Heart Disease

A new study assesses the effects of sugar-laden beverages on global health, with higher rates of consumption found in Latin America and parts of Africa.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Is any amount of alcohol safe to drink, in light of surgeon general’s cancer warning?

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recommended that labels on alcoholic beverages be updated to include a warning about cancer risk.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Sugary drinks linked to millions of new diabetes and heart disease cases – study

Tufts University analysis highlights rise in global health inequalities, with fastest growth in linked diseases in Africa. Sugary drinks are responsible for more than 2.2m new cases of diabetes and ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Thune has privately told Trump that Hegseth has the votes to be confirmed, sources say

When asked for comment, a spokesman for Senate Majority Leader John Thune said "two things we don't discuss publicly: Whip counts and private conversations with the president."

CBS News - Jan. 5

'There is no safe level' of alcohol to drink, doctor says—not even one glass of red wine per day

The U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy new Advisory suggests that even small amounts of alcohol could be harmful and may increase your risk of developing cancer.

CNBC - Jan. 4

Surgeon General Calls for Cancer Warning on Alcoholic Drinks

Links between drinking and seven types of cancer prompted Vivek Murthy’s recommendation, which sent shares of beer, wine, and spirits prodcucers down worldwide.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Senate panel seeking more info on Hegseth ahead of confirmation hearings: Sources

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee have quietly requested more information regarding allegations involving Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth, sources say.

ABC News - Jan. 3

Dry January made easy with non-alcoholic drink recipes

As Dry January gains popularity, mocktails are becoming a go-to for many. Food & Wine's executive wine editor Ray Isle shares recipes and tips for non-alcoholic indulgence.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Donald Trump, Pete Hegseth and the Honor of the American Military

Donald Trump’s foreign policy may not be as disastrous as that of George W. Bush, whose idealism and hubris led to calamity, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be corrosive.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Evidence Against Drinking Has Grown. Will Federal Advice Change?

Officials in other countries are warning about the health hazards of alcohol in any amount. Americans are still told that moderate drinking is safe. What gives?