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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1653, Sarah Good, American woman accused of witchcraft (died 1692) was born. In 1833, Noongar Australian aboriginal warrior Yagan, wanted for the murder of white colonists in Western Australia, is killed. In 1849, N. E. Brown, English plant taxonomist and authority on succulents (died 1934) was born. In 1889, Tijuana, Mexico, is founded. In 1897, Bull Connor, American police officer (died 1973) was born. In 1919, The eight-hour day and free Sunday become law for workers in the Netherlands. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 2006, Mumbai train bombings: 209 people are killed in a series of bomb attacks in Mumbai, India. In 2010, The Islamist militia group Al-Shabaab carries out multiple suicide bombings in Kampala, Uganda, killing 74 people and injuring 85 others. In 2011, Ninety-eight containers of explosives self-detonate killing 13 people in Zygi, Cyprus. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
C’River: NDLEA arrests 262 drug offenders in seven months, destroys cannabis farms
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Cross River State Command, says it arrested 262 suspected drug offenders between November 2025 and May 2026 as part of intensified efforts against narcotics distribution in the state. The post C’River: NDLEA arrests 262 drug offenders in seven months, destroys cannabis farms appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Eyewitness News Bahamas
· Jul 8, 2026
Police recover suspected hydroponic marijuana valued at $20k along Western New Providence shoreline
NASSAU, BAHAMAS: Police confiscated approximately 10 pounds of suspected hydroponic marijuana with an estimated street value of 20,000 after acting on information received on Tuesday, 7th July 2026. The preliminary report indicates that sometime around 4:30 p.m., officers from the Drug Enforcement Unit, along with officers from the Central Division, conducted a check of the []
The Daily Signal
· Jul 10, 2026
Smoking Out Virginia’s Pot Law
If you are unclear about Virginia’s marijuana laws, rest assured you are not alone these days. Even police officers seem confused (if not necessarily dazed). “As of July 1, 2026, there are no Code of Virginia violations related to marijuana,” a state police lieutenant wrote in what the Virginia Scope (which obtained the communication) described...
Eye Radio
· Jun 27, 2026
Yei authorities destroy illegal drugs and alcohol in crackdown on illicit substances
Authorities in Yei River County have destroyed illegal drugs and unlicensed alcoholic products as part of a crackdown on illicit substances. In an operation conducted on Friday, authorities confiscated and burned alcoholic drinks and illegal drugs seized during inspections in the market. The operation was carried out jointly by county authorities, security agencies, health officials [] The post Yei authorities destroy illegal drugs and alcohol in crackdown on illicit substances appeared first on Eye Radio.
The Suburban
· Jul 8, 2026
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Wirepoints
· Jul 3, 2026
Pritzker signs bill geared toward more oversight, equity in cannabis industry in Illinois – CBS2 (Chicago)
One goal is to eliminate barriers for medical cannabis patients, in part by allowing all Illinois dispensaries to register as medical cannabis dispensaries. The legislation also allows dispensaries to offer drive-through and curbside pickup, and doubles the amount of marijuana residents can possess at one time.
South Africa Today
· Jul 4, 2026
Potchefstroom Drug Bust: Nigerian Migrant Apprehended on Dealing Charges
NORTH WEST — A significant Potchefstroom drug bust took place on Friday, 3 July 2026, when authorities apprehended a 35-year-old Nigerian migrant on suspicion of narcotics trafficking. The successful operation by the South African Police Service (SAPS) highlights ongoing efforts to curb the illicit substance trade in the region. The investigation was triggered by actionable []
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