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CANNABIS

Pennsylvania’s House advanced a marijuana legalization bill, proposing state-run sales; a final vote will soon send it to the Senate.

The Department of Government Efficiency highlights canceling a $142,839 federal contract for marijuana potency monitoring awarded to University of Mississippi.

The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks contractor quotes to review and explain medical marijuana evidence, covering PTSD benefits and cannabis use risks.

The FBI partially approved Delaware’s marijuana law background check language, advancing the recreational market launch pending one legal definition fix.

US NEWS

President Trump announces the US will halt Yemen bombings after Oman brokers a ceasefire agreement with Houthi rebels.

The US now requires REAL ID-compliant licenses for domestic flights, aiming to enhance security after years of delayed implementation.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney meets President Trump, firmly rejecting the suggestion of a US acquisition of Canada.

WORLD NEWS

India launched military strikes on nine Pakistani sites, retaliating for a Kashmir militant attack, escalating tensions between nuclear-armed rivals.

The Vatican conclave begins as cardinals gather to elect Pope Francis’s successor, debating liberal reforms versus conservative traditions.

Germany’s parliament elects Friedrich Merz as chancellor after second-round vote, marking a historic first-round defeat recovery.

Israel reports disabling Yemen’s Sanaa airport with airstrikes after Houthi rebels launched an attack on Tel Aviv’s airport.

SPORTS

Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty will bypass the Preakness Stakes, focusing instead on the Belmont Stakes, the Triple Crown’s final race.

Tyrese Haliburton’s clutch three lifts Pacers over Cavs, completing a stunning comeback and securing a 2-0 Eastern Conference semifinals lead.

Inter Milan defeats FC Barcelona to reach UEFA Champions League final, awaiting the winner of Arsenal versus Paris Saint-Germain.

POP CULTURE

California Governor Newsom proposes $7.5B film tax incentive, countering President Trump’s potential tariffs on foreign-produced movies.

Smokey Robinson faces sexual assault allegations from four former employees, with a $50 million lawsuit filed citing repeated misconduct.

A man crashed his car through Jennifer Aniston’s Bel Air home gate; police detained him while she was inside.

BUSINESS

US stock markets fall as investors remain cautious on global trade and await the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting conclusion today.

DoorDash acquires Deliveroo for $3.9B and SevenRooms for $1.2B, expanding its lead as America’s top food delivery service.

Rivian beats Q1 expectations but cuts 2025 delivery forecast due to tariff pressures impacting electric vehicle market outlook.

Quote of the Day:

“What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?”

- Vincent Van Gogh

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