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CANNABIS

DEA says cannabis rescheduling is still pending before Acting Administrator Robert Murphy; no briefing schedule has been set yet.

Senate panel expected to back ban on consumable hemp with THC; Sen. McConnell leads push to close 2018 legalization “loophole.”

New Pew poll shows nearly 90% of Americans support marijuana legalization, with bipartisan backing for recreational and medical use.

A new report says courts face rising constitutional challenges to the federal gun ban for marijuana users; Congress may revisit policy.

US NEWS

Over 160 people remain missing in Kerr County after Texas floods; death toll reaches 110 as search teams continue rescue efforts.

Flash floods in southern New Mexico swept away a house, killed three, and forced 85 rescues after extreme monsoon rains.

Attorney General Pam Bondi faces backlash from Trump supporters after reversing her promise to release Jeffrey Epstein files.

TSA ends mandatory shoe removal at select airports, citing tech upgrades. Change may reduce PreCheck program value over time.

Elon Musk has left DOGE, but loyal allies still influence it. Internal tensions rise as Trump distances from the agency’s tactics.

Defense Secretary Hegseth paused Ukraine weapons shipments without White House approval, sparking internal confusion and Trump-ordered reversal.

WORLD NEWS

Switzerland approved Coartem Baby, the first infant-specific malaria drug, with Africa trials completed and distribution planned for high-risk regions.

Over 200 kids in China suffer lead poisoning after kindergarten used paint as food coloring; eight staff members detained.

Russia launched record 728-drone attack on Ukraine after Trump criticized Putin and pledged renewed U.S. military aid to Kyiv.

Germany accuses China of targeting its aircraft with a laser during an EU Red Sea mission; ambassador summoned amid rising tensions.

SPORTS

Julio César Chávez Jr. missed court for gun charges; lawyer unsure of location. He was detained by ICE, facing deportation.

NHL will expand regular season to 84 games starting in 2026–27 under a new agreement with the players association.

Clark and Collier drafted WNBA All-Star teams, picking Boston and Stewart first. All Fever All-Stars will play together.

Christian Horner has been sacked as Red Bull F1 team principal after 20 years, amid internal tensions and Verstappen-related drama.

POP CULTURE

Sean “Diddy” Combs will remain in jail until his October 3 sentencing for prostitution charges, court officials confirmed.

“Tiger King” star Doc Antle sentenced to one year in prison for illegally trafficking exotic animals, including lion cubs.

Ozzy Osbourne reunited with original Black Sabbath members for a farewell concert in Birmingham, performing classics and thanking fans.

BUSINESS

US markets close mixed amid trade policy concerns: S&P 500 down 0.1%, Dow down 0.4%, Nasdaq unchanged as uncertainty continues.

The AFT is launching a $23M AI training academy for teachers, backed by major tech firms, aiming to reach 400,000 educators.

Trump announces 50% tariff on copper imports, with timing unclear; also threatens up to 200% tariffs on pharmaceuticals.

Meta hires Apple’s top AI exec Ruoming Pang with a massive offer, boosting its new Superintelligence Lab amid rapid expansion.

SpaceX is reportedly seeking new funding, aiming for a $400 billion valuation amid ongoing expansion and space tech dominance.

Quote of the Day:

"Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you're than you!"

- Dr. Seuss

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