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Published on 10:11 GMT

Nalgonda police crackdown on illicit drug trade

The main accused, Mohammed Khaja Waseemuddin (38), admitted to being addicted to certain drugs and turning to their illegal sale to support his habit and make money. His two accomplices, Khaja Shoaib and Sheikh Ameer, are currently absconding. Nalgonda: In …

Source: Telengana Today - Indeterminate
Published on 05:50 GMT

‘Volatile and unpredictable’: Ohio leaders fight to crack down on illicit drug market

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The landscape of Ohio’s illicit drug market is evolving at an unprecedented pace. That’s the message from leaders at the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC). The center collaborates with public health and law enforcement …

Source: WTVG - Ohio - Pending
Published on 17:04 GMT

University Of Mississippi To Lead National Cannabis Resource Center

Federal law requires all research in federally funded laboratories to use only marijuana from a ... More single facility located in Oxford, Mississippi (Brad Horrigan/Hartford Courant/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)TNS The University of …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on 10:25 GMT

What to replace American booze? Cannabis drinks, the ultimate Canadian beverage

Open this photo in gallery:A sign that reads 'Buy Canadian Instead' is displayed on top of bottles in Vancouver, on Feb. 2.Chris Helgren/Reuters Ben Kaplan is the author of Catch a Fire: The Blaze and Bust of the Canadian Cannabis Industry. …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on 02:19 GMT

Stacks of illegal drug cocaine uncovered

The five duffle bags with cocaine packed in a freight pallet from a container shipped to a Mt Wellington business premises in east Auckland, reported to Auckland Police on April 23. Photos supplied Auckland Police say five duffle bags stacked with bricks …

Source: Times Online - Center-right
Published on 13:48 GMT

Police intercept 11kg of cocaine hidden in wheelchair at airport

Police in Spain discovered 11kg of cocaine hidden in a wheelchair at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, video posted on X on Wednesday, 23 April shows. The Policia Nacional (National Police) said two passengers were arrested. They were carrying …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on 16:44 GMT

Drug dealer hid crack cocaine, heroin, and cash under Cambridge hostel duvet

A drug dealer who hid crack cocaine, heroin and cash under the duvet of his bed in a Cambridge hotel has been jailed for more than three years. Staff from the hostel in Tenison Road contacted police in December 2023 after they came across the large stash …

Source: Cambridge News - Neutral
Published on 18:37 GMT

“Gas Station Heroin” Crackdown in Louisiana: What You Need to Know

A Louisiana man was arrested just last week for selling unapproved THC products as well as an illegal drug called "Gas Station Heroin." The substance is a Schedule I narcotic in Louisiana and carries dangerous side effects that anyone looking for …

Source: Cajun Radio - Louisiana - Pending
Published on 16:08 GMT

Two women face charges after Berea police find cocaine, methamphetamine in their Outlander

BEREA, Ohio – A Willowick woman, 35, and a Euclid woman, 31, were cited and may face additional charges after police found what they believed were illegal drugs in their Mitsubishi Outlander. Police noticed the Outlander traveling northbound on North Rocky …

Source: Cleveland.com - Ohio - Neutral
Published on 18:45 GMT

NACOC intercepts cocaine shipment bound for Netherlan...

A major drug trafficking attempt has been foiled at the Swiss Port in Tema, where officers from the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) intercepted a cargo shipment containing suspected cocaine on Wednesday, April 23. During the intelligence-driven …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on 02:03 GMT

Cocaine bust: Five duffle bags with $30m worth of illicit drug found in Auckland business

Five duffle bags with cocaine worth nearly $30 million were found at a Mt Wellington business. Police and Customs are investigating the container’s movements and destination after its transit through Central America. No arrests have been made; Police urge …

Source: Newstalk ZB - Center-right
Published on 06:51 GMT

Cannabis rave trashes community park and sparks complaints over 'awful music'

An illegal cannabis rave that filled a city centre community park throughout Easter Sunday with loud music and crowds of enthusiasts flaunting decades of government drug policy has been heavily criticised for the disruption it caused and the mess left …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on 13:58 GMT

Police name three Stoke-on-Trent defendants in court in cocaine and heroin probe

Three defendants have appeared in court charged with drug offences. It comes after police stopped a van last month and then 40 days later searched an address. The defendants were remanded in custody when they appeared at North Staffordshire Justice Centre. …

Source: Stoke-on-Trent Live - Pending
Published on 11:05 GMT

NORML Briefs: Study – PTSD effects quelled by cannabis

Cannabis use by veterans with post-traumatic stress is linked to reduced stress and better same-night sleep quality, according to data published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence. A team of investigators affiliated with the RAND Institute and the …

Source: Tucson Weekly - Arizona - Left-wing
Published on 13:48 GMT

Veteran marijuana lawyer tapped for Delaware commissioner role

Why Should Delaware Care? Two years ago, the state General Assembly legalized recreational marijuana sales, but that market has yet to open due to a number of issues. Gov. Matt Meyer has now named a veteran industry lawyer to help lead that effort. Gov. …

Source: Spotlight Delaware - Left-wing
Published on 15:55 GMT

Brothers convicted for possession of ganja create ruckus outside court hall, threaten judge, police personnel and break ...

Two brothers from Madurai on Thursday created ruckus on the Madurai District Court campus after they were convicted by the Special Court for possession of ganja. The First Additional Special Court for Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on 17:24 GMT

Medical Cannabis Offers Relief from MS Symptoms

Advertisement Editor’s note: This commentary is provided by the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) of Florida A&M University. While traveling, Natasha Acoff experienced numbness on her left side, leading to an ER visit and a …

Source: The Westside Gazette - Florida - Neutral
Published on 14:59 GMT

Texas: Cheers to More Alcohol, Jeers to Marijuana Sales

Texas is about to side with the alcohol industry, while stamping out possible marijuana sales. Texas Is About To Get Wetter Texas has had a weird relationship with alcohol. In fact, there are still three completely dry counties in the Lone Star State. It…

Source: Eagle 106.3 - Arkansas - Pending
Published on 13:49 GMT

Criminal linked to London on the run after selling kilos of cocaine outside school

Alexi Morgan, 30, from West Bromwich, was a high-ranking member of a Midlands-based drugs supply network. He was found guilty in his absence and sentenced to 15 years and six months’ imprisonment on April 23. A manhunt is now underway to find Morgan and …

Source: Wimbledon Guardian - Pending

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 03:23 GMT

Oxfam reaction to OECD preliminary data on aid spending in 2024

In response to the publication today of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) preliminary data on Official Development Assistance (ODA) for 2024, Oxfam International’s Aid Policy Lead Salvatore Nocerino said: “Today’s figures …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

Nokia Corporation Interim Report for Q1 2025

Nokia Corporation Interim report 24 April 2025 at 08:00 EEST Nokia Corporation Interim Report for Q1 2025 Network Infrastructure delivers strong net sales growth to start 2025 Infinera acquisition completed during Q1, increasing Nokia's scale in …

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Published on April 23, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

FÁCIL: Opening New Paths for the Capital Market in Brazil

All around the world, regulators are redesigning capital market frameworks to attract small and medium enterprises (SMEs), recognizing that public markets offer unique advantages for growth-stage companies, including superior price discovery, enhanced …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

Parents Forum Joins Listen First’s National Week of Conversation

Offering free online mini-session “How To Tell Somebody Something They’d Rather Not Hear” CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Successful conflict management, like many life skills, can best be learned at home. …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 18:20 GMT

DOXA® Talent CEO to Host SHRM-Accredited Class on Reducing Risk in Global Outsourcing

David Nilssen will lead a SHRM-accredited virtual class for HR professionals titled “5 Ways HR Leaders Can Reduce Risk When Outsourcing” on May 7, 2025 BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- David Nilssen, CEO of DOXA® …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 18:04 GMT

Insurance Leaders Gather for IICF Philanthropic Roundtable, Address Global Impact of Charitable Giving and Volunteering

IICF releases 9th Edition of Philanthropic Showcase detailing community leadership by insurance industry LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF), a nonprofit …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Insurance Industry ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

Nicole Smith Launches DOXA® Talent’s First Franchise in Philadelphia

DOXA® Talent, a leader in offshore and nearshore staffing solutions, announces the launch of its first franchise: DOXA Talent Center City, Philadelphia. BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DOXA® Talent, a leader in …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 16:37 GMT

Minus 2 Degrees Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification — Joining the Ranks of Global Quality Leaders

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minus 2 Degrees (M2D), a global leader in sustainability, decarbonization, and emissions analytics for healthcare, technology, sport, and urban development, has been recognized with …

Distribution channels: Companies, Environment ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 16:31 GMT

Exitou, Inc. Launches AI Learning Consultant Network (AILCN) to Bridge the Global Gap in AI-Ready Learning Leadership

Empowering a new generation of learning leaders to guide organizations through the AI revolution with strategy, ethics, and global impact. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As organizations worldwide race to adopt …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Education ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 16:16 GMT

Interfaith University Expands Global Access to Faith-Based Education Through Scholarships and Online Programs

MOBILE, AL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the increasing demand for accessible, faith-based education, Interfaith University (IU) has announced the expansion of its scholarship opportunities and flexible …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 16:16 GMT

Update on OHCHR Sri Lanka Accountability Project Report and Universal Jurisdiction

“The repository now contains over 101,000 items sourced from more than 530 entities, including contributions from over 300 witnesses and 230 organizations”, WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “The latest …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 15:17 GMT

From Ohio to the Himalayas: Ursuline Students Forge Lifelong Bonds Through Service in Nepal with United Planet

Ursuline College partners with United Planet for a life-changing service-learning trip to Nepal, blending cultural immersion with meaningful volunteer work. PEPPER PIKE, OH, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of 17 …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 12:34 GMT

Quarero Robotics Nomeia James McCain para o Conselho Consultivo, Aproveitando Experiência Militar e em Inteligência

ZUG, SWITZERLAND, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Quarero Robotics, líder suíça em sistemas de segurança autônomos impulsionados por inteligência artificial, tem o prazer de anunciar a nomeação de James McCain para o seu Conselho …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 12:34 GMT

Quarero Robotics beruft James McCain in den Beirat und nutzt dessen militärische und geheimdienstliche Erfahrung

ZUG, SWITZERLAND, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quarero Robotics, ein Schweizer Vorreiter für KI-gestützte autonome Sicherheitssysteme, gibt mit Freude die Ernennung von James McCain in seinen Beirat bekannt. McCain ist ein hochdekorierter …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 12:33 GMT

Quarero Robotics nomme James McCain au Conseil consultatif, s'appuyant sur son expérience militaire et en renseignement

ZUG, SWITZERLAND, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quarero Robotics, un leader suisse dans les systèmes de sécurité autonomes alimentés par l’intelligence artificielle, a le plaisir d’annoncer la nomination de James McCain à son Conseil …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 11:28 GMT

مجموعة أغذية تعلن عن موافقة مساهميها على زيادة بنسبة 19% في توزيعات الأرباح خلال الاجتماع السنوي للجمعية العمومية

AGTHIA GROUP, ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- عقدت مجموعة أغذية ش.م.ع ("أغذية" أو "المجموعة")، إحدى الشركات الرائدة في قطاع الأغذية والمشروبات في المنطقة، اجتماعها السنوي للجمعية العمومية …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 11:28 GMT

CaseFox Introduces New AI Document Generation Feature for Law Firms

CaseFox’s new AI feature helps lawyers generate legal documents in minutes, cutting drafting time by up to 70%. MILPITAS, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CaseFox, the trusted name in legal technology since 2011, has …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 11:27 GMT

Agthia Group Shareholders Approve 19.0% Increase in Full-Year Dividends at Annual General Meeting

Agthia Group Shareholders Approve 19.0% Increase in Full-Year Dividends at Annual General Meeting AGTHIA GROUP, ABU DHABI, ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agthia Group PJSC (“Agthia” or “the Group”), one of …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 11:13 GMT

Lorna Sherland Announces 'G.R.I.T & T.H.R.I.V.E LIVE' to Empower Women Entrepreneurs with Scalable Business Strategies

Founder of AccelerateHER Launches Breakthrough Experience: G.R.I.T & T.H.R.I.V.E LIVE! IRVING, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Visionary business strategist and Amazon #1 best-selling author Lorna Sherland has …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Translate.One Honored as Gold Stevie® Award Winner in 2025 American Business Awards®

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Translate.One is proud to announce that we have been named the winner of a Gold Stevie® Award in the Achievement in International Expansion category at the 23rd Annual American …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 08:48 GMT

Colibri Laser & Beauty Expands Clinical Services and Professional Development Efforts in Response to Industry Growth

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Responding to increased demand for non-invasive cosmetic treatments and skilled practitioners, Colibri Laser & Beauty has expanded its service offerings and introduced new …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Beauty & Hair Care ...
Published on April 24, 2025 - 07:30 GMT

IFF is now accepting applications for IFF Global Green Finance Award 2025

HONG KONG, HONG KONG, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Finance Forum (IFF) is pleased to announce it is opening applications for its 6th IFF Global Green Finance Award for 2025 on April 8. Inaugurated in 2020, the IFF Global …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 05:55 GMT

Blood Works Book Now an International Bestseller

Milestone Confirmed by World’s Largest Bookseller and Global Distributor; All Proceeds Support Multilingual Access for Broader Health Equity LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blood Works: An Owner’s Guide, the collaborative …

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