Illicit Drugs News Monitoring

Drug driver arrested as lone learner nabbed carrying cocaine by Munster Gardaí

It's always a bad idea for learners to drive unaccompanied - not to mind when they're high on illegal substances and carrying even more drugs in their vehicle. But it's clear this fledgling driver in Kerry didn't see any issue when they got …

Loving mum lay naked on bedroom floor as cocaine-fuelled killer went back to bed

A loving mother was left to die while naked on the floor after her partner brutally strangled her to death and went back to bed after the shocking attack. Victoria 'Vicki' Thomas was discovered on her son's bedroom floor at her home in Cardiff, …

Memory of prominent writer, scientist and educator Mir Jalal Pashayev honored in Ganja

On the occasion of the 117th anniversary of the birth of the esteemed academic leader, writer, and scientist Mir Jalal Pashayev, a creative evening has been held in Ganja organized by the National Aviation Academy (NAA), Azernews reports. The event took …

Food delivery rider arrested after being found with various illicit drugs worth thousands

The Divisional Drugs Unit in Dublin South Central were conducting a routine checkpoint in the South Inner City on Thursday, April 24, when they spotted a food delivery rider on an electric bike cycling off away from them. Making the gardaí suspicious, when …

Drug dealer told he is 'a little long in the tooth' to be selling cocaine at 56

Shamin Shaffi was funding his own 25-year-long addiction by selling Class A drugs to other addicts, Teesside Crown Court heard. The 56-year-old was caught in the act when police spotted a number of suspected drug users congregating in Middlesbrough. …

Gardai shut down sophisticated cannabis grow house in the Midlands during series of raids

Gardai have shut down a sophisticated cannabis grow house in the Midlands during a series of raids. As part of an ongoing investigation targeting the sale and supply of drugs in the region, Gardaí conducted a planned search of a residential property in …

€432,000 in cannabis plants seized from growhouses in Ballinasloe and Athlone

As part of an ongoing investigation targeting the sale and supply of drugs in the region, Gardaí in Galway conducted a planned search of a residential property in Ballinasloe on Friday, April 25. During the course of this search, the Divisional Drugs Unit …

Arrest as police seize suspected illegal drugs following pursuit in North Yorkshire

Officers saw the vehicle travelling towards the York area at about 6.20pm yesterday (Friday, April 25). But its driver failed to stop for officers, leading to the car being pursued to Easingwold, North Yorkshire Police said. A force spokesperson added: “ …

Illegal drug de-addiction centre busted in Jalandhar

An unauthorised drug de-addiction centre operating in Jalandhar’s Samrai village was sealed and at least 103 youngsters, who were illegally detained there under the guise of treatment, were rescued, officials said on Friday. Jalandhar DC Aggarwal said the …

‘High as a Georgia pine’ – World champion pitched infamous no-hitter while tripping on LSD

Dock Ellis is responsible for a truly astonishing sporting feat, and it was achieved while he was tripping on LSD. Friday June 12, 1970, has become an infamous date in baseball history, one that is no doubt etched on the brain of countless fans. 5 Ellis …

Man arrested after €432k in cannabis plants seized at growhouses in Ballinasloe and Athlone

A man in his 30s was arrested after gardaí seized €432,000 in cannabis plants between growhouses in Ballinasloe and Athlone. As part of an ongoing investigation targeting the sale and supply of drugs in the region, gardaí in Co Galway conducted a planned …

Malayalam film directors held with hybrid ganja in Kochi flat; Excise to question cinematographer Sameer Thahir

The Excise Department will summon cinematographer-director Sameer Thahir for questioning after three persons, including Malayalam film directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza, were found in possession of hybrid ganja in his flat on Sunday. A notice will …

Hybrid cannabis case: FEFKA suspends Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza

In a swift action, FEFKA suspended young directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza after they were caught with hybrid cannabis in the wee hours of Sunday. Following the incident, FEFKA’s leadership directed the Directors’ Union to take further action …

Malayalam Directors Khalid Rahman, Ashraf Hamsa Arrested For Possessing Hybrid Ganja

Thiruvananthapuram pti-PTI Three persons, including noted Malayalam directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamsa, known for several notable movies, were arrested with hybrid ganja from a flat here in the early hours of Sunday, Excise officials said. 1.63 grams …

Why Ohio marijuana remains more expensive than Michigan

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohioans are paying less for marijuana than when recreational sales began but prices remain much higher than Michigan. When recreational sales launched in August 2024, the average price of flower was $9.40 per gram. Now, it costs about $6. …

R400,000 worth of cocaine and crystal meth seized in Stellenbosch

JOHANNESBURG - Two suspects have been arrested for the possession of drugs with an estimated street value of R400,000.   Stellenbosch police and Crime Intelligence searched a property in Kayamandi when they arrested two suspects who were found with copious …

Howdon man in court accused of having 150g of heroin with intent to supply

A man has appeared in court accused of having 150g of heroin with intent to supply. Mark McDonald was alleged to have had the class A drug at his home in North Tyneside in July 2022. The 44-year-old was in the dock at South East Northumberland Magistrates…

Fenham drug dealers - including teenager - admit to supplying cannabis in Newcastle

A drug dealing trio have admitted to supplying cannabis in Newcastle. Nicholas Harker, 18, James Charlton, 59, and Deborah Reed, 59, supplied the Class B drug in the city between August 10 and December 7, 2023. On Wednesday, all three defendants appeared …

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IFC EDGE celebrates 10 million square meter milestone for green-certified floorspace in Africa

SOUTH AFRICA, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Energy Savings: More than 382,000 Megawatt hours (MWh) per year, over 200,000 MWh of which were contributed by South Africa • Water Savings: More than 9.4 million cubic meters (m3) per year, …

From Devastation to Determination: Global Travel Auction Offers Dream Trips to Save the Oceans

Sea Save Foundation rises from fire loss to launch a global SCUBA travel auction. Bid on dream trips and help fund urgent ocean conservation worldwide. MALIBU, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When fires swept through the …

Business Consultancy Challenges ‘Broken Franchising Landscape’ in the Philippines & Asia

Founding the consultancy group Art-of-Franchising, Aaron Yeo & team shine a light on how so many franchising consultants dramatically disadvantage their clients SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — In founding the …

'L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41' Audiobook Becomes Instant Bestseller

The “L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41” audiobook, featuring the best new SF&F writers of the year became instant bestseller upon release. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “L. Ron …

DevLand Launches Innovative AI EdTech Platform to Revolutionize Education

Play different LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DevLand, acclaimed as a "bold new EdTech startup," officially launched DevLand Arcade this month, revolutionizing the integration of gaming and education …

Significant Paper Published in JAMA on the Effect of Transcranial Pulsed Current Stimulation

SINGAPORE, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Singapore-based AscenZion Neuromodulation Co announced the publication of a significant paper on the ‘Effect of transcranial pulsed current stimulation on social functioning in children with autism’ …

EBC Financial Group Deepens Commitment to United to Beat Malaria with Renewed Partnership and First-Ever 5K Sponsorship

From strategic partnership to global employee action, EBC joins the global movement to end malaria for good. DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks World Malaria Day 2025 under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: …

EBC Financial Group Deepens Commitment to United to Beat Malaria with Renewed Partnership and First-Ever 5K Sponsorship

From strategic partnership to global employee action, EBC joins the global movement to end malaria for good. DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks World Malaria Day 2025 under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: …

EBC Financial Group Deepens Commitment to United to Beat Malaria with Renewed Partnership and First-Ever 5K Sponsorship

From strategic partnership to global employee action, EBC joins the global movement to end malaria for good. DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks World Malaria Day 2025 under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: …

TOGETHER IN MEMORY, TOGETHER IN FREEDOM: VIETNAMESE PEOPLE COMMEMORATES

Black April 50: A legacy of sacrifice, a call to complete the journey for freedom and democracy in Vietnam. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across the globe, Vietnamese diaspora communities are solemnly …

Dr Amber Hartman Scholz selected for Steering Committee of Multilateral Mechanism on Digital Sequence Information/UN CBD

BRAUNSCHWEIG, GERMANY, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Amber Hartman Scholz, Head of the Department of Science Policy and Internationalization at the Leibniz Institute DSMZ-German Culture Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures …

Coalition Urges Malaysia to Reject Bans, Criticizes WHO’s Stance on Tobacco Alternatives

CAPHRA urges Malaysian authorities to reject counterproductive bans on vaping and adopt risk-proportionate regulations KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates ( …

Vibha Guiding Lights: Celebrating Educators Transforming Foundational Learning in Durg

Honoring educators in Durg transforming Early Learning in partnership with Language & Learning Foundation and government leaders. CA, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Teachers are the architects of a brighter future, and …

APIKUR Calls for Redoubling of Efforts to Reach the Agreements Required to Resume Oil Exports via ITP

NY, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Association of the Petroleum Industry of Kurdistan Representatives of member companies from the Association of the Petroleum Industry of Kurdistan (APIKUR) and other International Oil …

The IFF 31st Academic Workshop Explores Future of Global Economy and BWIs April 22, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Finance Forum (IFF) hosted its 31st Academic Workshop to explore the future trajectory of the global economy and the evolving role of the Bretton Woods …

Trinasolar tops global perovskite solar cell patent ranking

XUHUI DISTRICT, SHANGHAI, CHINA, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trinasolar has topped the Global Perovskite Solar Cell Invention Patent Ranking published by IPRdaily, with 481 patent applications. Trinasolar also ranked second in both the …

Myanmar, one month on

On 28 March, a 7.7 earthquake hit along the Sagaing Fault in Myanmar, causing widespread destruction in the Sagaing and Mandalay regions. Around five million people have been affected, especially those in remote areas. The earthquake damaged roads and …

Refining Public Speaking Skills

Rawad, a Senior Protection Assistant at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, completed UNITAR’s Executive Diploma in Diplomatic Practice in 2024. Since its inception in 1965, UNITAR’s Core Diplomatic Training has remained at the forefront of …

Boston Airport Express Expands Premium Car Service to Tyngsborough, North Andover, and Belchertown, MA

Boston Airport Express expands services to Tyngsborough, North Andover & Belchertown, offering premium local rides to Boston Logan Airport & destinations nearby MA, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boston, MA - Boston …

NEW 'ALBA' UNIVERSITY TO OPEN IN 2026 IN MADAGASCAR

Great result for the humanitarian project of creating a new university, called 'Alba', in Madagascar REGGIO EMILIA, REGGIO EMILIA, ITALY, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new 'Alba' university in Madagascar will be …