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Sin tax hike sought to bolster revenues, cut tobacco use

Warren de Guzman, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 21 08:59 AM

Advocates and officials alike are seeking to raise sin taxes to boost revenues for the Philippines while slashing tobacco use in the country. Read more »

New year, cheaper beer: Dubai cuts alcohol tax

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jan 03 11:51 AM

Dubai has dropped a 30 percent tax on alcohol sales in an apparent bid to lure tourists as competition rises between major cities in the wealthy Gulf. Read more »

Reminders when meeting people

Biogenic
Posted at Dec 01 03:07 PM

Keep protection always on as you reconnect with friends and loved ones. Read more »

Mga doktor may paalala sa mga iinom ngayong holiday season

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 17 08:39 PM

May paalala ang mga eksperto ngayong papalapit muli ang mga handaan, party, at inuman sa holiday season. Read more »

Pinoys drink alcohol to mark ‘Undas’ - study

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Oct 29 05:11 PM

In the Philippines, some people have found a way to incorporate alcohol in a holiday that commemorates their departed loved ones, known as 'Undas.' Read more »

Solon seeks excise tax hike on pre-mixed alcoholic beverages

RG Cruz, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Aug 19 12:28 PM

Tax rates shall be increased by 6% every year effective January 1, 2025 through revenue regulations issued by the Secretary of Finance. Read more »

At least 42 dead in India after drinking toxic alcohol

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jul 30 09:28 AM

Dozens of people became ill earlier this week after drinking methanol – a poisonous form of alcohol sometimes used as an antifreeze. Read more »

42 dead in India after drinking toxic alcohol

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jul 28 03:54 PM

Hundreds of people die every year in India from cheap alcohol made in backstreet distilleries. Read more »

Cleaning the environment one bottle at a time

BrandNews
Posted at Jul 25 10:30 AM

Cleanliness does not stop at personal hygiene, but should reflect cleanliness towards the environment. Read more »

Bill bans alcohol for individuals below 21

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jul 13 04:35 PM

A bill seeking to ban alcohol for individuals below 21 years old has been filed before the House of Representatives. Read more »

Liquor shorts: World Whisky Day, unli wine and more

Jeeves de Veyra
Posted at May 20 04:48 PM

Check out some of the latest news in the local beverage scene. Read more »

New campaign aims to reduce drunk driving among youth

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 30 07:25 PM

Alcohol companies have teamed up with civil society and local authorities for a campaign that aims to reduce drunk driving among the youth. Read more »

Omicron variant, kayang magtagal sa plastic surfaces

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 25 08:06 PM

Mas nagtatagal umano ang omicron variant sa plastic surfaces at maging sa balat ng tao kumpara sa ibang variant ng COVID-19. Read more »

Cognac sales jump as drinkers go upmarket

Reuters
Posted at Jan 18 08:29 AM

Cognac sales surged by a nearly a third last year as American and Chinese drinkers guzzled old vintages, in the latest sign premium drinks makers are putting the pandemic behind them. Read more »

Japanese gin exports hit record high in 2021

Kyodo News
Updated as of Jan 09 01:08 PM

Gin produced in Japan has gained popularity overseas in recent years, with exports of the alcoholic beverage hitting an all-time high in 2021. Read more »

Supply ng alcohol, disinfectant sapat: DTI

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 05 08:09 PM

Umapela ang DTI sa publiko na huwag mag-hoard ng alcohol, disinfectant, face mask at iba pang produktong panlaban sa COVID-19. Read more »

WATCH: 3,000 liters of liquor dumped in Afghanistan

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jan 03 06:04 AM

A team of Afghan intelligence agents poured around 3,000 liters of liquor into a canal in Kabul as the Taliban cracked down on the sale of alcohol. Read more »

Christmas 2021: Gift ideas for whiskey drinkers

Jeeves de Veyra
Posted at Dec 17 08:11 PM

Here are some choice bottles and gift packs for the whiskey aficionado in your life. Read more »

Health expert shares how to live safe while outdoors

Defensil Isopropyl Alcohol
Posted at Nov 22 09:04 AM

If and when you go out, follow health protocols and bring a bottle of alcohol to help keep you safe and protected. Read more »

Sanitizer inspired by firstborn 'angel' saves jobs, lives during pandemic

Gillan Ropero, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Oct 30 08:51 AM

A couple's hand sanitizer formula, a tribute to their firstborn who passed away 15 years ago, saved hundreds of jobs as the COVID-19 pandemic hit and is now being exported to 15 countries. Read more »