Alcohol-related deaths in the UK have reached a record high, with experts attributing the increase to the continuation of pandemic-related trends. In 2022, there were 10,048 deaths from alcohol-specific causes, marking a 32.8% increase compared to 2019. Alcoholic liver disease was the leading cause of these deaths, and rates were significantly higher among men.
Former President Trump condemned the opening of his New York criminal trial on Monday, claiming it was politically motivated and intended to damage his chances in the upcoming presidential election. He has denied all charges against him. Trump’s attorney, Will Scharf, emphasized the defense’s focus on facts to prove Trump’s innocence, while Trump himself lashed out at New York Attorney General Letitia James and Judge Arthur Engoron over an ongoing civil fraud case.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for resorting to divisive politics and ignoring the pressing concerns of the people. Yadav called on Modi to abandon politics of hatred and address issues like poverty, unemployment, and inflation.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s hush money trial is set to begin with opening statements and witness testimony on Monday. Prosecutors are expected to call David Pecker, the former CEO of National Enquirer publisher American Media, as their first witness. Trump is accused of 34 counts of falsifying business records to conceal hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal to influence the 2016 election. Trump’s attorneys have attempted to delay or dismiss the trial, but a full jury has been seated and the appeals court has rejected a last-minute effort to pause the case.
Former Union Minister and BJP’s Kerala election in-charge, Prakash Javadekar, expressed confidence in the party’s success in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He asserted that the BJP will secure more than five seats in the state where it has no prior wins. Javadekar highlighted the party’s role in altering the political landscape and the positive impact of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s central schemes on 2 crore Keralites. He criticized the Congress and Left Democratic Front for divisive rhetoric, stating that these parties are declining in popularity while Modi remains the frontrunner for the Prime Ministership.
In line with global sustainability efforts, ANTA has launched its first carbon-neutral retail store, ANTAZERO. This store represents a major step forward in sustainable retail practices within the apparel and footwear industry.
Authentico Organic Tequila, produced at the environmentally sustainable Tequilas del Señor distillery, showcases its commitment to environmental sustainability in honor of Earth Day. The brand’s focus on solar and natural gas energy, byproduct recycling, and the use of certified USDA Organic agave ensures a carbon-neutral footprint and a premium taste experience.
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could impact how western U.S. cities enforce penalties for homeless people camping on public property. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that punishing homeless individuals for sleeping in public without access to shelter violates the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment. Grants Pass, Oregon, is appealing the decision, arguing that it has led to an increase in homelessness and public safety concerns. The court’s decision could have significant implications for cities’ efforts to address homelessness.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Biden administration’s appeal on the regulation of ghost guns, firearms that lack serial numbers and are increasingly found at crime scenes. The regulation, which was struck down by lower courts, aims to expand the definition of a firearm to include unfinished parts and require background checks for their sale.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear the Biden administration’s appeal over the regulation of ghost guns, which lack serial numbers and have been increasingly used in crimes. Lower courts had struck down the regulation, but the justices had previously intervened to keep it in effect during the legal fight.
