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What's the History of the Irish Car Bomb?

Cole Stryker — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:00:08 +0000

The Irish car bomb (a shot of Irish whiskey and Irish cream dropped into a pint of Guinness) is a standard St. Patrick’s Day cocktail, though its origins aren’t commonly known. First of all, it didn’t originate in Ireland. In 1979, Charles B. Oat created the drink at Wilson’s Saloon in Norwich, Connecticut, according to [...]

Tell Your Indiana State Representatives You Want Alcohol Sales on Sunday

Ryan O'Bryan — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 22:10:12 +0000

Tired of not being able to grab a six pack on Sunday? Then you need to tell somebody who has the ability to change things. Last week, I shared with you the news that the Indiana Legislature would not be voting on a bill that would allow the sale of alcohol on Sunday, effectively shelving [...]

Indiana Lawmakers Put Sunday Liquor Sales on the Shelf – Again [POLL]

Ryan O'Bryan — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 22:04:34 +0000

Having a get together on any given Sunday? If you live in Indiana, you’ll still have to get your alcohol-based party supplies on Saturday, at least for another year. The Evansville Courier and Press reports that Indiana House Public Policy Committee Chairman Bill Davis, R-Portland, decided earlier in the week to not send the bill to [...]

Scientists Discover Gene Responsible for Binge Drinking

Donald Deane — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:30:46 +0000

We’ve always thought that binge drinking was just part of being a dumb teenager, but scientists say they’ve recently discovered a gene which could account for the risky behavior. Researchers at the Institute of Psychiatry at King’s College London say a mutant version of the RASGRF2 gene (whatever that is) makes the brain more sensitive [...]

The Science Behind Getting Drunk [VIDEO]

Ryan O'Bryan — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:37:42 +0000

Now you don’t “have a problem”, you’re conducting a science experiment! With the holidays underway, there will no doubt be a few drinks in your future. Whether it’s to enjoy time with friends, or to help tolerate your family, there’s a lot going on after that first glass of wine, eggnog, or whatever hits your [...]

Drunk Guy Attempts Hurdling [VIDEO]

Ryan O'Bryan — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 07:08:12 +0000

Little known fact – alcohol can transform you into an Olympic athlete…in your mind. How many times have you been to a party where one guy or girl, who clearly can’t even stand up straight, believes they possess abilities they don’t even have when they’re sober? You may not remember it (maybe you were that [...]

Scientific Cure for a Hangover [VIDEO]

Kat Mykals — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 07:30:14 +0000

There was a time, about a decade or so ago, that I really could have used this! There is nothing like a girls night out with your friends! The right outfit, the perfect hair & make-up, and cocktails for everyone… Everything is great, until you wake up the next morning feeling like that chick in [...]

New App Tells you if You're Too Drunk To Drive

Melissa Awesome — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:54:54 +0000

Dear technology, thank you for existing. I’m only kidding around, but seriously this is pretty cool. The new app for iPhone is called BreathalEyes and how it works is it measures your Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN), which if you’ve ever been pulled over and the cop asks you to follow their finger or a pen, [...]

The Ten Bottle Wine Review: Huber Winery

Mike Adams — Thu, 03 May 2012 17:50:06 +0000

I’ve never claimed to be a wine connoisseur, so what takes most people one glass to determine if they like a particular flavor sometimes take me ten bottles. And no, that is not a type-o. I said ten bottles. Now to some of you that might sound excessive, and maybe it is. After all, perspective [...]

Chick Beer, A Beer for the Ladies – [POLL]

Big Boy — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:00:26 +0000

Step aside guys. there is a new beer out and it is just for the ladies. Chick beer only has about 97 calories and 3.5 carbs. It should appeal to women that are watching their figure and the marketing is pretty fancy if you ask me. It looks very girly. Indiana is 1 of 3 [...]

Study Finds Alcohol Consumption Can Increase Risk of Breast Cancer

Shauna Wright — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 21:19:26 +0000

While it’s been reported in recent years that drinking red wine in moderation can have some health benefits, a new report claims just two glasses of alcoholic beverages a day could substantially boost a woman’s chances of getting breast cancer.

Shia LaBeouf Gets In Barfight and Loses

Ryan O'Bryan — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:47:21 +0000

While in Vancouver for his upcoming film "The Company You Keep", Shia Labeouf got into a bit of trouble according to TMZ. After shoving a patron down in a bar, Labeouf was the victim of a fat mans fury as he pummeled his face as he lay on the sidewalk.