Illicit Drugs News Monitoring

CANU seizes cannabis after intercepting vehicle at Parika

OFFICERS of the Customs Anti Narcotic Unit (CANU), acting on information received on Friday, conducted an operation in the vicinity of the Mikey Restaurant at Old Road, Parika, East Bank Essequibo, where they intercepted a motor car. According to …

CANU seizes firearm, ammunition, eight parcels containing cannabis

–after intercepting two individuals at Mandela Avenue OFFICERS of the Customs Anti Narcotic Unit (CANU), while acting on information received on Friday, conducted an operation in the vicinity of the Royal Hotel on Mandela Avenue, Georgetown, where they …

Illegal drug overdose deaths at 49 in the Okanagan

The ongoing illegal drug overdose crisis in B.C. continues but the pace of such deaths appears to be slowing.  From January through March, there were 25 illegal drug overdose fatalities in Kelowna, nine in Vernon, and three in Penticton, according to new …

Court links visitor to meth trafficking ring

Foreign national Chukwuemeka Phabian Foreign national Chukwuemeka Phabian has been further remanded in custody after appearing in the Nadi Magistrates Court this morning. He is facing charges linked to the illegal importation of drugs. Phabian chose to …

Arizona State Troopers Seize More Than 900 Pounds of Illegal Drugs in One Week

Between Monday, May 5, and Saturday, May 10, 2025, Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) state troopers seized more than 900 pounds of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl, during multiple traffic stops across the state. …

Two held for ganja use near Udupi temple, booked under NDPS Act

In Udupi, Mohammad Anas and Farhan were apprehended for consuming Ganja. Udupi Town Police Sub-Inspector Gopalakrishna Jogi noticed the intoxicated men near Kanangi Vasuki Temple. Medical examination confirmed the presence of prohibited substances. The …

NGOs infuriated by new regulations on cannabis smoke that annoys neighbours

Legal amendments that make cannabis smokers liable to a €235 fine if a neighbour reports them and claims they can smell the drug, have infuriated two NGOs. "The new cannabis amendments demonstrate a government that has lost all sense of direction and …

What Happens To Your Blood Pressure When You Smoke Marijuana Every Day

According to the authors of "The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research," scientists have noted modest medicinal benefits from marijuana use, including relief from nausea and …

UAE: Cocaine worth Dh5m found in passenger's intestines

Abu Dhabi: The General Directorate of Ports at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security thwarted on Friday an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances at Zayed International Airport. Authorities seized 89 capsules of …

Indian national arrested at KKS port with stock of narcotics

A 33-year-old Indian national was arrested at the Kankesanturai Port with 4.012 kg of Kush cannabis. The stock of narcotics, estimated to be worth around Rs. 41.2 million, was seized by Customs officers after it was brought to the nation illegally on a …

Legislation by idiots: Chasing cannabis odour

Whoever thought of proposing legislation to fine cannabis users on the basis of odour must have been on some wonder drug. What is worse, though, is that this was approved by members of parliament who should have been scrutinising the legislation and …

Ocean patrols and narcotics playbooks: How a Florida city is tackling human smuggling

A human smuggler tells a potential customer in an audio message in Mandarin that there are now two potential sea routes for illegally entering the U.S. One is to depart by boat near the U.S.-Mexico border and then come ashore near Los Angeles. The second …

Soldier jailed for dealing cocaine while stationed at NI’s largest army base

The TRUTH behind Starmer and Macron's debunked 'cocaine train' claim could prove more sinister  - Alex Story

Macron, Merz and Starmer met on a train to Kyiv to discuss important matters pertaining to the war in Ukraine.The threesome would hold talks with Zelensky. The aim: to push Russia to agree a reasonable ceasefire. With real prospects of further escalation, …

Reconciliation Recommendations of the House Committee on the Judiciary

Legislation Summary H. Con. Res. 14, the Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2025, instructed the House Committee on the Judiciary to recommend legislative changes that would increase deficits up to a specified amount over the 2025-2034 …

Armed suspect fatally shot during narcotics raid

MONTROSE TWP. – On Wednesday, May 14, Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Flint Area Narcotics Group (F.A.N.G.) issued a statement concerning a trooper-involved shooting in Montrose Township. MSP Public Information Officer Kimberly Vetter said that …

Ex-air stewardess from south London arrested in Sri Lanka over £1.5m cocaine haul

Just hours before her arrest, she posted a TikTok video showing herself on a flight, wearing a face mask, and tagged the location as Bangkok. Her Instagram in recent days featured images of white-sand beaches and nightlife scenes, suggesting she had …

'Remorseless' woman soaked fake legal letters in spice and imported cocaine

Emily MacArthur, 34, appeared at Swindon Crown Court for sentencing on Friday, May 16. Prosecutor Mr Pine told the court that MacArthur had conspired with Dennis Obasi, who was jailed for 11 years and seven months in 2022, to smuggle spice into at least 11 …

2nd week of Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial underway with testimony from former inner circle

After a week of testimony from star witness Cassie Ventura, federal prosecutors in the ongoing trial for Sean "Diddy" Combs on Monday started calling witnesses they believe could corroborate his ex-girlfriend's allegations of threats, abuse …

Lucideon Transforms Global Knowledge Access with Soutron-Powered Lucideon Online Information Service (LOIS)

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Soutron Global, an internationally recognized SaaS provider of information management and preservation solutions for archives, libraries, museums and knowledge management hubs, is …

Cotemar y EBSE Ingeniería de Soluciones formalizan una alianza estratégica para fortalecer el sector petrolero offshore

CIUDAD DE MéXICO, CIUDAD DE MéXICO, MEXICO, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Durante la Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), celebrada en Houston, Grupo Cotemar y EBSE Ingeniería de Soluciones consolidaron una alianza estratégica para impulsar …

Newsmatics Empowers Masaryk University Students with Cutting-Edge News Data Tools

Newsmatics engaged with students at Faculty Day, highlighting how AI and data science are reshaping the media industry WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics’ innovative products took center stage for …

Mexico Road Freight Transport Market to Reach USD 59.02 Billion by 2030, Forecasts Mordor Intelligence

The report covers Mexico road freight transport market insights, and it is segmented by end-user industry, destination, containerization, goods configuration. HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a 2025 …

THE ONLY REMEDY FOR MULLIVAIKAL GENOCIDE IS AN INDEPENDENT TAMIL STATE - RUDRAKUMARAN

• Only Reparations in the form of a sovereign and independent state can ensure a safe and secure living without subjecting the Tamil people to genocide. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 18th, 2025 Mr. …

Worksuite Revolutionizes Global Talent Engagement with New Cutting-Edge Compliance Solution

Freelancer management platform drastically slashes onboarding time while eliminating misclassification risks across 160+ countries WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Worksuite, the enterprise platform transforming …

WOMEN MOVING MILLIONS CEO SARAH HAACKE BYRD NAMED ON TIME 100 PHILANTHROPY LIST

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sarah Haacke Byrd, the CEO of Women Moving Millions (WMM), has been named on the inaugural 2025 TIME 100 Philanthropy list which recognizes singular figures who are shaping the …

Kovay Gardens Reaffirms Commitment to Emiliano Zapata Elementary School in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

Kovay Gardens has demonstrated its dedication to the community of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle through an improvement initiative at Emiliano Zapata Elementary School LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE, NAYARIT, MEXICO, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kovay …

Malaysia’s Dual Healthcare System- A Call for Balanced Policy Amidst Price Scrutiny

KUALA LUMPUR, WILAYAH PERSEKUTUAN, MALAYSIA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- by Gunaprasath Bupalan In response to recent public discussions surrounding healthcare pricing and pharmacy price labelling in Malaysia, Dr. Chang Chee Seong, a …

Carbotura Capital, LLC Announces $5 Million Foundation Round for Co-Investment in Waste-to-Circular Manufacturing

Verified Accredited Investors Gain Opportunity to Participate in Revolutionary Sustainable Materials Business NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carbotura Capital, LLC ("Carbotura Capital" or the " …

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Hyundai Motor Company Break Ground on Automotive Manufacturing Facility

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Hyundai Motor Company Break Ground on Automotive Manufacturing Facility in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saudi Arabia continues to make …

StrongMinds Uses Low-Cost Model to Treat One Million People For Depression

Low-Cost Therapy Model Brings Hope to a Million Amid Shifting Global Health Priorities KAMPALA, UGANDA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- StrongMinds, a nonprofit expanding access to depression treatment across Africa, has announced it has …

OASIS Common Security Advisory Framework v2.0 Approved as an ISO/IEC International Standard

Designation as ISO/IEC 20153 Solidifies CSAF’s Global Role in Standardized Vulnerability Reporting BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) Version 2.0, an open standard …

2025 TITAN Property Awards Honors Global Excellence in Architecture, Design, and Development for First Season

The TITAN Property Awards has announced the winners of its first season in 2025, honoring architects, developers, designers, and real estate professionals. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The TITAN Property Awards …

IPD Expands High-Quality Component Line for Caterpillar® C9.3 ACERT Engines

IPD expands Caterpillar® C9.3 ACERT engine parts line with 60+ gasket sets, PLG kits, and valvetrain components for reliable engine rebuild solutions. CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IPD (Industrial Parts Depot, …

NASA Veteran Astronaut Bill McArthur Joins Titans Space Industries as Founding Chief Astronaut and Advisory Board Member

McArthur will lead the development and implementation of astronaut training programs, operational protocols, and safety standards for future crewed missions. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Titans Space Industries …

Living Abroad LLC Named International Health, Wellbeing or Security Management Provider of the Year

At the FEM Americas Summit in Dallas, Living Abroad received the EMMA for International Health, Wellbeing or Security Management Provider of the Year. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Living Abroad LLC, a woman- …

Young Visionaries Shine in Global Spotlight: Winners Announced in World of 8 Billion Student Video Competition

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bold ideas. Big impact. In just 60 seconds. That’s what 18 creative and solution-driven students delivered in the annual World of 8 Billion video contest, hosted by Population …

Bridgewater Associates and Global Citizen Launch ‘Forecasting the Future: A Modern Economics Challenge’

Bridgewater and Global Citizen Call on the Next Generation with Global Prediction Challenge to Evaluate Impacts of Economic Transformations JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Bridgewater Associates, one of the …

Global Flood Barrier Market: Key Trends, Market Share, Growth Drivers, and Forecast for 2025-2034

The Business Research Company's Flood Barrier Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest Report …