Men’s Health has published a list of America’s “drunkest” cities. The title is sexy, to be sure, but inaccurate. These are not the cities that consume the most alcohol. They are the cities with the most alcohol-related crime and deaths. The list was compiled using death rates from alcohol-related auto accidents and alcoholic liver disease, [...]

Today marks the 75th anniversary of the end of Prohibition. A quick history lesson: The 18th Amendment — Prohibition — went into effect at midnight on Jan. 16, 1920. There were several reasons; you should read Jeremiah McWilliams’ story to learn more. Beer became legal again at midnight on April 7, 1933, and more than [...]

Eat more fruit: Any colored fruit might be made even more healthful with the addition of a splash of alcohol, they report in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. Strawberry daiquiri, anyone? Sangria?

There was a shooting at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Va., today. So far, 31 dead, 29 injured, 4 in critical condition. There will be updates throughout the week, I’m sure. Unrelated, but CNNMoney just named Blacksburg one of its top 10 places to retire early. ODDS & ENDS • A man “steals” two hot dogs [...]

This weekend, there have been two incidents that make me not want to drink. First, drama Mark unfortunately encountered. Second, drama Kevin got caught up in with a couple of friends. Florida’s nudists are looking to make a statement with $2 bills. After some investigating, it looks like the treasury does still print $2 periodically. [...]