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CANNABIS

Federal agents raided Glass House marijuana farms, detaining workers and sparking protests, child-labor claims, and harsh criticism from California leaders.

Former NFL star Ricky Williams urged Trump officials to reschedule cannabis, calling it a smart, overdue move to empower Americans.

Cannabis tourism is booming, offering wellness retreats, infused experiences, and big business opportunities as legalization expands across global destinations.

Prohibitionists may push for Schedule 2 to maintain strict federal control, limiting access, crushing state markets, and avoiding real reform.

US NEWS

Trump admin lays off 1,300 State Dept workers after Supreme Court ruling clears federal downsizing plan. More cuts expected.

Donald Trump hikes Canada tariffs to 35%, citing fentanyl and trade tensions. Canada plans to keep negotiating while defending interests.

A northern Arizona resident died from pneumonic plague—the first U.S. death from it since 2007, officials confirmed Friday.

Paddleboarder found murdered on Maine pond; police urge vigilance as investigation continues, with no suspects identified yet.

WORLD NEWS

Ovidio Guzmán López, son of El Chapo, pleads guilty to trafficking fentanyl, laundering money, and leading Sinaloa cartel operations.

Trump told Netanyahu he preferred diplomacy with Iran but didn’t oppose Israeli strikes if Tehran nears nuclear weapon capability.

Air India crash that killed 260 was caused by both engine fuel switches being cut mid-air; investigation into cause continues.

Palestinian-American Sayfollah Musallet, 20, was beaten to death by Israeli settlers in the West Bank. U.S. family demands justice.

SPORTS

Anisimova, Świątek face off at Wimbledon; Alcaraz, Sinner rematch Sunday. Venus Williams returns to play at DC Open.

Jacob Misiorowski becomes MLB All-Star after just five games, setting a record with blazing fastballs and no-hit dominance.

Katie Taylor outpoints Amanda Serrano by majority decision, defends super lightweight titles, and completes trilogy sweep in legendary rivalry.

Cody Bellinger crushed three homers against his former team, the Cubs, leading the Yankees to an 11-0 win in style.

POP CULTURE

Justin Bieber drops surprise album “Swag,” his first in four years, featuring son Jack on the cover. Fans react to comeback.

David Gergen, adviser to four U.S. presidents and advocate for civic leadership, dies at 83 from Lewy body dementia.

Bad Bunny launched his Puerto Rico residency with 30 sold-out shows, skipping a U.S. tour in a bold political move.

BUSINESS

Markets dip after Trump’s Canada tariff threat: Dow falls 0.6%, S&P 0.3%, Nasdaq 0.2% in Friday trading.

Goldman Sachs to test AI engineer “Devin” alongside developers, aiming to boost productivity 4x. It’s the first bank to deploy it.

Google to pay $2.4B to license Windsurf’s AI tech, hiring its CEO and select staff in major AI coding deal.

Kraft Heinz plans to spin off grocery unit, including Kraft products, in move that could fetch up to $20 billion.

Quote of the Day:

The traveler sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see.

- Gilbert K. Chesterton

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