"drinking-and-driving" Articles & Blogs:
Saudi Women Arrested for DWF - Driving While Female
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"We did not break the law. We were not driving on the road,” one Saudi woman said after being arrested for practicing her driving skills. Today five women were arrested for driving in three cars in an empty lot in the Hettein district in...[Read on] |
Help keep buzzed drivers off road on St. Patrick's Day
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"I'm fine to drive." Expect to hear this line a lot on St. Patrick's Day. Known as much for drinking as it is for shamrocks and the color green, the March 17th holiday is a great time to be out with friends, but can be a dangerous time to be out on the r...[Read on] |
Oh Yes, I’m Tipsy
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Yup, I’ll admit it. I’m slightly hungover. Well, more like I want water NOW and could use some more hours of sleep. But then again, I always want sleep. Take from that what you will.
With everything going on, I haven’t had time or felt like a liqui...[Read on] |
Phones, Text, and Music: Distractions For Teen Drivers
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While drinking and driving is a dangerous behavior unto itself, many teens are introducing other distractions into the mix when they are behind the wheel. More than one-in-three teens say they often change songs on their MP3 players, speed or text; while...[Read on] |
What's the deal with Women Drinking and Driving?
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Is binge drinking for women out of control? How much is too much and when do you know if you have a problem? In light of last month's tragedy about Long Island mom Diane Schuler, whose wrong-way drunk driving on a New York highway took the lives of eig...[Read on] |
Encourage teen drivers to 'Make The Right Choice' during Prom and Graduation season
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Congressman Jim Himes and The Century Council (a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking) recently brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage dr...[Read on] |
Ford shares tips for safer proms, calmer Moms (and Dads)
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Prom season is upon us! The 17-year-old son of one our staffers will be attending his first prom this weekend, and because he is a new driver, his mom is a little worried about his driving safety on prom night. Prom is a big night for teenagers, filled w...[Read on] |
Saudi Women Dare to Drive in Defiance of Law
| There are a lot of rights that western women take for granted. One of them is the freedom to drive - an activity that helps women be independent. Not so in every country or culture.
Manal, a 32-year-old woman, is planning something she’s never done op...[Read on] |
Tips from 21st Century Insurance: Have a Safe Holiday Season!
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The holiday season is full of family, fun, and goodwill, but it has a darker side. The number of alcohol-related traffic fatalities skyrockets faster than eight tiny reindeer.
Spirited Statistics:
On average from 2001 to 2005 (the last year that co...[Read on] |
Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving NHTSA Twitter Party 12/9 -- Pledge to Not Drink and Drive!
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Last year, more than 250 people died in alcohol-impaired driving crashes during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday periods.
Whether at a holiday party, a New Year’s Eve bash at a bar or reveling with friends, many of us will be on the road thi...[Read on] |
Bloggers and ethical decision-making
| A recent post on Eye on Sports Media outlines the response of a local paper (the Athens Banner Herald) and that of a blogger who learned about the DUI arrest of a local personality who provides play-by-play and analysis for UGA sports teams. The b...[Read on] |
Women Everywhere Read This: Top Auto Accident Statistics
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According to Online Lawyer Source, vehicular accidents pose a serious threat to the public and auto accident statistics are the leading cause of death for people under the age of 34. Leading cause? This is something serious to consider. For all the moms ...[Read on] |
10 'Obama Women' Who Are Changing Washington
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These powerful African American women, newly nicknamed the ‘Obama Women,’ have taken big jobs in the new administration and are some of the driving forces behind this new era of changePhoto Essay | Today 2:25 pmA new wave of women has hit Wash...[Read on] |
For $4.99 You Can Stop Your Teen from Texting and Driving
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Moms: How much is your child's safety worth to you? You probably can't put a number on it. Texting while driving is a serious problem - the statistics are mind-boggling. As of 2010, as many as a whopping 30% of accidents were caused by someone us...[Read on] |
Have you benefited from this recession in any way?
| Yes, I refinanced my home at a great rate
Yes, I've revamped my wardrobe in the sale racks
Yes, I'm driving a new car
Of course not. Has anyone?
Other (tell us below)
Poll | Today 1:00 amArray
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Ask Patty Goes Mobile with Mobile Tattletale!
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Ask Patty is always watchful for the hottest things that you, our readers, are going to be crazy about, and now we've partnered with our first mobile app. This smartphone app doesn't help you decide where to eat, or connect you to all your social media...[Read on] |
October 18-24 is National Teen Driving Safety Week!
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Take one glimpse at teen driving statistics and it's clear: the real culprit facing today's teens behind the wheel is distracted driving. Regardless of whether it's a cell phone, iPod, or BlackBerry, in the last 10 years teens have become more connected ...[Read on] |
A Chick’s Guide to Beer
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I can remember very well my first beer experience in the United States. It wasn’t the first time I had contact with alcoholic beverages, since in Brazil the drinking age is not as enforced as in the United States. The chance to try an American beer came...[Read on] |
Fun Without Drinks: A Chick’s Guide to Saying No
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Another stressful week is finally winding down. Between studying, writing papers, working out, going to club meetings, and catching up with friends, by the time the weekend rolls around, its time for a well deserved break.
For many of us chicks, you mi...[Read on] |
Distracted Driving: Put Down the iPod
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By now we all know that talking on a hand-held cell phone while driving is dangerous. But what about other things that distract us from driving safely?
Are You Guilty of Distracted Driving?
Yes, we all are. Remember all those “Red Asphalt” movies w...[Read on] |
Tickets: Don't be a Prisoner to High Auto Insurance Rates
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When shopping for car insurance, one of the first things you'll be asked is: "Have you had any moving violations (tickets) in the last three years?" If the answer is "yes," don't worry, you're not alone. You have something in common with millions of d...[Read on] |
Ralph Lauren launches Pink Pony Auction for Cancer Research
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To mark the 10th anniversary of Pink Pony, Polo Ralph Lauren is launching its first Pink Pony Online Auction in partnership with luxury charity auction site charitybuzz. The auction will showcase more than 200 unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences offe...[Read on] |
Tickets: Don't be a prisoner to high auto insurance rates
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When shopping for car insurance, one of the first things you'll be asked is: "Have you had any moving violations (tickets) in the last three years?" If the answer is "yes," don't worry, you're not alone. You have something in common with millions of d...[Read on] |
Flood Warnings in California - Safety Tips for What To Do When Driving
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There are flash flood warnings in Southern California right now, which means driving safety needs to be a priority for those people on the road.
Some information from FEMA will help you navigate those roads safely.
During a Flood
If a flood is likely...[Read on] |
Fuel savings tips as gas prices soar
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Brought to you by Car Care Council
With gas prices exceeding four dollars a gallon in many parts of the country, the Car Care Council is offering gas-saving maintenance and driving tips that really work.
"Millions of dollars worth of gasoline is w...[Read on] |
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