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Court admits ‘Radio Biafra’ transmitter allegedly smuggled into Nigeria by Kanu
News Diary Online
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June 13, 2025
..Guns recovered from house of IPOB leader’s associate – DSS A Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted in evidence a radio transmitter allegedly smuggled into the country by the detained self-acclaimed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra...
Cannabis-Use Disorder Increasing in Older Veterans Despite Medicinal Use
U.S. Medicine
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June 13, 2025
Routine Screening Not VA Policy Click to Enlarge: Results shown are weighted percentages for any and exclusive use of cannabis by modes of use (smoking, vaping, dabbing, or edibles) among those who used cannabis in the past 30 days (n = 1193...
Legal vices: cannabis and gambling
NEPM - Massachusetts
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We’re presenting a “Legal Vices” edition of The Rundown, exploring the current status of legalized gambling and marijuana in the 413. As the cannabis industry faces challenges, growers and sellers raise issues with a 1970’s law they say are...
Court admits ‘Radio Biafra’ transmitter as evidence in Nnamdi Kanu’s trial
Daily Post
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June 13, 2025
The Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted in evidence a radio transmitter allegedly smuggled into the country by the detained self acclaimed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Justice James Omotosho admitted the...
States Scramble to Regulate THC Drinks Amid Spike in Youth Cannabis Use
Freedom Magazine
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June 13, 2025
In June 2023, Jon Halper started selling THC beverages at Top Ten Liquors, his chain of Minnesota stores. The drinks, infused with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—the psychoactive compound in cannabis—were an instant hit. “Immediately, the sales took...
Attorneys General Group Hosts Meeting On State-Level Regulation Of Intoxicating Hemp Products
Marijuana Moment
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June 13, 2025
Current and former state officials, advocates and business representatives met last week to discuss the legal landscape around hemp-derived cannabinoid products, including what led to the explosion of intoxicating products across the country,...
New laws in Minnesota that go into effect July 1, 2025
FOX 9 - Minnesota
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A new state law will require boaters to have a watercraft operator's permit to drive a boat or jet ski beginning on July 1, 2025, for those under 21 years old. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the details. ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Several new laws are...
Man jailed for his part in trying to smuggle cannabis and spice into HMP Berwyn
The Leader
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Sarah Cormell, of Queens Road in Bootle, appeared at Mold Crown Court for sentence alongside Steven Corby, of Balliol Road in Bootle. Both defendants had previously admitted two offences of conveying prohibited items into a prison. Joseph Lees,...
Governor’s veto of bill on synthetic psilocybin drugs takes key lawmaker by surprise
Iowa Capital Dispatch
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June 13, 2025
A key lawmaker said he was surprised by Gov. Kim Reynolds’ veto this week of a bill that would have allowed for the prescription and distribution of synthetic psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in “magic mushrooms” following federal approval of...
Sports fans support cannabis brand sponsorships for teams, poll shows (Newsletter: June 13, 2025)
Marijuana Moment
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June 13, 2025
NC gov talks marijuana; LA psychedelics reso passes; ME psilocybin bill dies; PA medical cannabis workplace bill; Study: Marijuana genetic bottleneck Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the...
Ahhh-pparently 10mg THC Can Be Stronger Than I Thought: CBD-Heavy Gummies With a Surprising High
VICE
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June 13, 2025
I like to reserve my super-CBD gummies for bedtime, but I might rethink that with the CBDistillery ahhh+ THC and CBD Enhanced Relief Gummies. They had more influence over my executive functions than predicted. And sometimes, making dinner is like...
Elizabeth Warren Pushes Trump To End Federal Marijuana Criminalization After Elon Musk’s ‘Failures’ To Stop Wasteful Spending With DOGE
Marijuana Moment
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June 13, 2025
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is calling out President Donald Trump over his administration’s “failures” to “identify and eliminate waste” in federal government spending, while recommending a series of ways he could cut costs—including ending...
Flint man caught with 'enough Ketamine to supply' in Chester, court told
The Leader
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Kieron Hughes, 25, of Pwll Y Hwyaden, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply ketamine plus two charges of possession of cocaine and cannabis resin in relation to an incident in February 2024. Chester Magistrates Court heard from...
Fentanyl Criminalization Bill Headed To Trump’s Desk Also Makes It Easier To Study Marijuana, Congressman Says
Marijuana Moment
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June 13, 2025
Congress has passed a bill that is primarily focused on permanently banning analogues of fentanyl, though it also contains provisions that one GOP lawmaker said would remove barriers to conducting research into the risks and benefits of marijuana...
'Silent killer' in your garden that's destroying your lawn - and how to stop it
Cambridge News
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June 13, 2025
Summer has arrived, and with the sun shining brightly, it's only natural for many to venture into their gardens to soak up some Vitamin D and relish the fresh air. Yet, achieving a pristine garden with tidy borders, a lush lawn, and vibrant pots...
DSS Witness Testifies In Court, Claims Nnamdi Kanu's Broadcasts Caused Economic Paralysis In South-East
Sahara Reporters
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The Department of State Services (DSS) has told the Federal High Court in Abuja that the broadcasts made by Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), allegedly contributed to the economic paralysis of Nigeria’s South-East...
Biafra: How Nnamdi Kanu concealed radio transmitter in household items — Witness tells Court
Tribune Online
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June 13, 2025
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja was on Friday, told how the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu, allegedly smuggled a radio transmitter into the country, concealing it within household items to evade detection....
Pub’s licence revoked after police cannabis farm concerns despite community support
Suffolk News
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June 13, 2025
A pub's licence has been revoked despite community support following Suffolk Police's concerns it had been used as a cannabis farm. Mid Suffolk's licensing sub-committee members met earlier today to discuss the force's request for a full review...
Maryland Collects Over $17.5M In Cannabis Tax Revenue, Central Region Leads Sales
The Bay Net - Maryland
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June 13, 2025
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Maryland Office of the Comptroller today announced that the State of Maryland collected more than $17.5 million in cannabis sales tax revenue between January and March 2025, with the largest share of revenue generated in...
Moving pieces mean ‘a ton going on’ at Cannabis Commission
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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“Obviously, a ton going on which we’re all aware of,” Ahern said Thursday. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. The $19.88 million that Gov. Maura Healey, the House and the...