Topic: Alcohol

A Map of the Best and Worst States for Buying Booze on St. Patrick's Sunday

Reuters

This weekend sees an unfortunate coincidence: St. Patrick's Day falls on a Sunday. For most Americans, that doesn't matter. For those who live in places with alcohol restrictions under so-called "blue laws," that means you may need to plan ahead. And we're here to help.

By Erik Hayden

May 23, 2011

New York Times Hunts 'Big Buck' Enthusiasts

Alcohol helps: "Not being able to see straight sometimes helps you see straighter."

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By Caitlin Dickson

Apr 22, 2011

No More Day Drinking for French Riot Police

One police unit demands the right to drink alcohol with lunch.

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By Elspeth Reeve

Apr 6, 2011

Drunk Pawlenty Worker Tries to Break Through Teen's Door at 3 a.m.

Not a good way to start a presidential campaign in Iowa

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By Eli Rosenberg

Apr 6, 2011

Chart of the Day

Chart: Teenage Drinking Starting Younger

A quarter of U.S. kids have had a drink by age 12, over half by 15

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By Caitlin Dickson

Mar 17, 2011

Saint Patrick's Day and Other Holidays Drunk Americans Stole

Ah, green beer. The U.S. loves to celebrate other countries' holidays through alcohol

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By Elspeth Reeve

Mar 10, 2011

A Brief History of John Kerry's Love Affair with Beer

The Senator introduced legislation to cut taxes for microbreweries

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