Finally, some good news for the millions of Americans living with cancer or heart disease. Experts have consistently warned that drinking alcohol and being overweight significantly increase the risk of developing several cancers and heart disease. But an observation called “Cuomo’s paradox” suggests that certain factors that increase the odds of chronic disease — like … Read more
One of Sydney’s most popular breweries has weighed in on an age-old debate about whether children should be allowed in drinking establishments after the topic was reignited in a new viral video. The longstanding issue has raged on Reddit forums in Australia for years, as parents and punters war it out. But the contentious subject … Read more
Bartenders across the Big Apple have gotten themselves in a pickle. It used to be that NYC’s crunchy and sour snack was a cheap, old-school deli staple, served as part of a mouthwatering sandwich. These days, though, the humble pickle has been elevated to the latest trendy ingredient. Amo’s bartender Sebastian Sandoval puts the finishing … Read more
High blood pressure is a silent killer, experts warn, and nearly half of U.S. adults are at risk. Leading health groups say it’s best to act sooner rather than later to prevent long-term damage — and they also recommend cutting out alcohol. The American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) teamed up … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law is her alcoholic husband’s enabler. He has health conditions that make walking difficult. He falls down often and can’t make it to the bathroom. Being drunk all the time (he consumes a fifth of vodka every two days) also prevents him from getting the surgery he needs. My SIL buys his … Read more
He took a shot. An East Hampton native who skipped college to follow his professional dream is succeeding on Long Island’s luxe South Fork peddling his own tequila brand. “Larger brands … they just drop some product on a table,” Montaukila owner Simon Cascante, 33, recently told The Post. Long Island native Simon Cascante started … Read more
When the party keeps going all night long, your breathing might not. New research has uncovered a bizarre new sleep disorder dubbed “social apnea” — and your weekend habits may be to blame. Scientists from Australia’s Flinders University found the mysterious trend hits younger adults hardest, with those under 60 more than three times as … Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — Fewer Americans are reporting that they drink alcohol amid a growing belief that even moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk, according to a Gallup poll released Wednesday. A record high percentage of U.S. adults, 53%, now say moderate drinking is bad for their health, up from 28% in 2015. The uptick in doubt … Read more
It’s pretty standard to leave a cash tip for bartenders at weddings — especially if it’s an open bar. However, a young bartender named Hannah Borsenik revealed in a TikTok video — captioned “This labor isn’t, free people” — that she supposedly was “not allowed” by a couple to put out a tip jar at … Read more
Not all boxes are made equally, some sparing sommeliers seem to think. Though boxed wines are often regarded as repulsive to bacchants beyond the age of 20, leading wine experts say they actually have some merit — if the consumer is choosy about the candidate in question. “Whites and rosés can be enjoyed very young, … Read more
There could be an undetectable poison lurking in your vacation cocktail. A Canadian woman is warning social media users after she lost her eyesight from sipping a stealthily toxic cocktail overseas — and she says she’s one of the lucky ones. In December, seven tourists were hospitalized in Fiji after drinking tainted booze at a … Read more
These summer hot spots are the most likely to become people’s final destinations. Some of the country’s most idyllic summer vacay spots also have a darker side. With the summer travel season in full swing, maritime and resort injury law firm Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. has ranked the nation’s most dangerous summer vacation hubs … Read more
Cheers to cheap beers. Talk of the “drink of the summer” has begun. This year, ome people might argue that it’s the Hugo spritz, or perhaps the Paper Plane, which was crowned 2025’s “drink of the year.” Yet with the rising costs of inflation, and ensuing shrinking wallets, a lot of people are turning to … Read more
The Piano Man is defending his reputation. In the newly released second part of the HBO documentary “Billy Joel: And So It Goes,” the 76-year-old music icon responded to the longstanding rumor that he’s gotten multiple DUIs over the years. “You know, along with fame comes a lot of gossip, rumors. I didn’t like the tabloid … Read more
As the summer heat drives many Americans to reach for a cold drink after a hard day’s work, some may wonder: What’s the healthiest alcohol to sip if you’re not cutting it out entirely? Some health-conscious Americans opt for liquors instead of beer and cider to avoid excess calories. Others avoid red wines to steer clear of … Read more
Dating in 2025 is hard — especially when a glass of wine is now considered a non-negotiable. One TikTokker says her date bailed just 30 minutes before they were supposed to meet up — all because she doesn’t drink booze. “The guy I was supposed to be on a date with right now decided to … Read more
You love to jet set — but you don’t love the way your gut gets upset. It’s quite a bummer to struggle with constipation, traveler’s diarrhea or indigestion while on vacation. Not everyone is a regular pooper, but for those who are, a break in the routine can significantly affect their bathroom habits. Here are … Read more
Gen Z is redefining what it means to drink — and alcohol isn’t part of the plan. The youngest legal drinkers are ditching the bar cart for cold brew, swapping tequila for wellness shots and turning drinks into daily rituals. It’s less about the buzz and more about the benefits, according to Keurig Dr Pepper’s … Read more
New York’s nightlife always has flair — but these five boozy, buzzy haunts are taking cool, quirky and strange to new heights. From a Bedford-Stuy dive where turtles race for glory to a Melville-inspired whaling tavern in Fidi where the cocktails are as literary as they are lethal — the city’s bar scene is definitely … Read more
They’re old-fashioned. “Bachelor in Paradise” bartender Wells Adams revealed the drink requests he received from senior contestants competing on the show this season. “They drink like old people drink, which is like, ‘I need two fingers of Glenlivet. I need some Chablis mixed in with some Mylanta,’” he told The Post. Wells Adams has been … Read more