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Businesses jump on cannabis drink craze as lawmakers try to crack down
SIGN UP FOR THE DAILY JWR UPDATE. IT'S FREE. (AND NO SPAM!) Just click here. States are rushing to ban or restrict sales of intoxicating cannabis drinks that have exploded in popularity in a market lacking many of the regulations imposed on...

Santa Monica Approves Expanded Cannabis Retail Program with Social Equity Focus
The new ordinance allows adult-use cannabis retailers in designated areas, including Downtown, Bergamot, and Oceanfront districts The Santa Monica City Council on Tuesday approved a comprehensive program to expand adult-use cannabis retail in...

Two caught with cannabis and N$47
Two men aged 32 and 33 were arrested after being found in possession of a half pack of cannabis, 4x ballies of cannabis, a small white scale and N$47 in cash on Friday. The police say the value of the items is unknown, and a police investigation...

Making better access to law enforcement
Ohio Homeland Security is taking “see something, say something” to the next level with the launch of the Safeguard Ohio app for gathering information. It is meant to encourage users to provide information that will help law enforcement investigate...

Bombshell court twist for the MOTHER of the three kids who were on the run with their father for years - until his deadly shootout with police
The mother of the children who were on the run with fugitive father Tom Phillips has fronted court on a high-range drink driving charge for allegedly being more than three times over the limit. Phillips was last week killed in a police shootout as...

Dubai Court overturns 10-year sentence for Filipina
Background of the case The case began on December 15, 2024, when customs officials at Dubai International Airport’s Terminal 3 flagged the defendant’s luggage during routine screening. Inspector discovered 20 vape cartridges hidden inside pancake...
Parliament reconvenes today with stricter laws for driving under the influence topping the agenda
Parliament will reconvene today, with stricter penalties for those caught driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs being at the top of the plenary's agenda. Parliament returns after its shortest summer recess since at least 1992 after only...

West Virginia enacts NIL laws to boost college athlete recruitment and brand opportunities
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — In the new world of college athletics, the Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) system has changed the way of the game forever. But West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is stepping up to the plate to ensure there is...

This week’s TV: Jude Law and Jason Bateman in ‘Black Rabbit,’ ‘The Morning Show’ returns, and more
Your TV GPS, a look at the week ahead in television, appears every Monday morning on BostonGlobe.com. Today’s column covers Sept. 15-21. Here’s another sign that TV is everywhere: New series are premiering at major festivals with greater...

Madang court sends strong warning as drugs and illegal firearms destroyed
The court exhibited items packed and ready to be burnt by police and correctional service officers in Madang (NBC News) More than 50 kilograms of marijuana, homemade firearms, and large quantities of homebrew have been destroyed in Madang, as...

Thief Trades In Tools For Court
A thief with a fascination for tools is now facing Court after allegedly helping himself to more than $14,000 worth of gear from various trade stores. Earlier this month Police were alerted to a man who took an item from Bunnings Manukau without...

St Michael man to appear in court on drug charges
A St Michael man is expected to appear in the Oistins Magistrates’ Court tomorrow to face a number of drug charges. Police disclosed today that their Narcotics Unit arrested and charged Mohamad Bhikha, 34, of No 44 Emerald Avenue, Rock Dundo, with...

Pain medicine physician reveals 7 natural relief options to manage chronic pain: Turmeric, CBD, fish oil and more
Living with chronic pain can be exhausting, and while prescription medicines are often necessary, many people look to natural remedies for additional relief. From herbs and vitamins to essential nutrients, certain supplements may support the...

US Diabetics’ Cannabis Use Quadruples Amid Global Surge, Urging Research
In recent years, the intersection of cannabis use and diabetes management has emerged as a pressing concern for healthcare professionals, with new data revealing a dramatic uptick in consumption among affected adults. According to a study...

Court News for Sept. 16, 2025
The following cases were filed recently in Clay County courts. Criminal Cases Sonja Newlin, 63, Jasonville, Class A Misdemeanor criminal trespass, Class A misdemeanor theft Ross Blake, 31, Brazil, Level 5 felony intimidation with a deadly weapon,...

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott moves ahead with THC regulation after legislative gridlock and last-minute ve
On Wednesday, Gov. Abbott issued an executive order banning the sale of any hemp-derived THC products to people under the age of 21. The order also increases enforcement and mandates that the state department of health services review its rules...

New study finds cannabis doubles risk of heart death
The evidence A pooled analysis of 24 observational studies led by Wilhelm Storck found that cannabis use was associated with a twofold increase in cardiovascular deaths and higher risks of acute coronary syndrome and stroke. The review drew on...

Letter: Too much activist propaganda, not enough journalism on SCOTUS ruling
Larry Wilson’s column “Supremes rule that ICE can flood our zone” reads like activist propaganda rather than serious journalism. his melodramatic language about “THE ZONE” and apocalyptic imagery insults readers seeking actual analysis. The...

Enjoy Sweet Relief in Seconds With These CBD Vapes
What a long way we’ve come in the cannabis world. Now, we can have CBD all by itself in a handy vape. There’s nothing better when you need sweet, immediate relief from worries. And the Secret Nature CBD Disposable Vapes are a soothing and...

'Outlawed tribe' and their history of gun and arson attacks as former soldier back in court
A gang that stepped into the shoes of a notorious predecessor was described as a "separate outlawed tribe" that "rejected all of society's moral standards". The Croxteth Young Guns (CYG) were a bunch of violet louts who were successors to the...