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Health

UK's bad drug law flounders, which is no real surprise at all

The Psychoactive Substances Act is a failure. The only surprise is that the UK government has promised to keep pursuing people under it, says Frank Swain

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Humans

Why adding a drop of water can make whisky taste even better

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Lance Armstrong

Health

Blood doping: Were Armstrong and Russia wasting their time?

Comment

Glasses of whisky

Technology

Artificial whisky taster has the palate of a connoisseur

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A pregnant woman with a large glass of red wine

Health

Drinking small amounts while pregnant may affect the baby’s face

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Health

A little cannabis every day might keep brain ageing at bay

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Life

Drunken crayfish show that loneliness raises alcohol tolerance

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Health

Moderate drinking may be 'heart healthy' but exercise is safer

News

Good hydrations: Is there a safe level of alcohol?

Features

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Health

Having a cigarette may make your body crave coffee too

People who smoke may metabolise caffeine differently to non-smokers, leaving them needing to drink more to get the same hit from their coffee

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Health

Screening soldiers doesn’t protect them from mental illness

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Health

‘Psychedelic sanctuary’ will help drug users get over bad trips

News

Health

Hangovers: What science says about why you feel so rough

Features

Technology

Old Scientist: How to get drunk rationally

Regulars