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CANNABIS

DEA judge denies MedPharm’s request to join marijuana rescheduling hearing, highlighting controversy over participant selection and alleged agency bias.

Senate Leader Schumer remains committed to pushing the SAFER Banking Act this year, despite GOP opposition, aiming for bipartisan cannabis reform.

FDA approves clinical trial to assess marijuana’s safety and efficacy for PTSD in veterans, marking progress in therapeutic cannabis research.

Rosanna Pansino honors late father by smoking cannabis grown from his ashes, reflecting on grief and memories in podcast debut.

US NEWS

Trump’s sentencing in hush money case delayed indefinitely as defense files motion to dismiss by Dec. 2 in New York.

Matt Gaetz announces he won’t return to Congress after withdrawing from attorney general nomination amid renewed allegations and scrutiny.

Father of alleged Georgia school shooter pleads not guilty to charges, including second-degree murder, for enabling access to firearms.

WORLD NEWS

Scientists discover 4.45-billion-year-old Martian zircon grain, revealing ancient hot water activity, suggesting Mars once had life-supporting conditions.

At least 11 killed, 63 injured in Israeli strike flattening a building in central Beirut amid escalating conflict with Hezbollah.

Putin announces continued testing and production of hypersonic ballistic missiles after experimental strike on Ukraine, escalating the conflict further.

SPORTS

Las Vegas hosts Formula 1 Grand Prix, featuring Verstappen, Norris. The event expects 300,000 attendees, boosting Nevada’s economy significantly.

Dana White quits politics after backing Trump, calling it “disgusting.” The UFC boss remains a strong Trump supporter.

New York Giants release QB Daniel Jones after his request, ending a six-season tenure marked by inconsistency and injuries.

Columbia Lions could win their first Ivy League title in 63 years, marking a remarkable turnaround for the historically struggling team.

POP CULTURE

Jonathan Majors’ ex-girlfriend drops assault and defamation lawsuit after settlement. The actor continues his slow return to Hollywood.

Jussie Smollett’s conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court citing prosecutorial issues. The actor remains committed to clearing his name.

Lady Gaga, Post Malone, and Green Day headline Coachella 2025, joined by Travis Scott and other major artists in April.

BUSINESS

Amazon invests $8B in Anthropic, advancing its Claude AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT, enabling advanced computer task automation.

DirecTV cancels Dish TV acquisition after bondholders reject debt swap, halting plans to create the largest US pay-TV provider.

Elon Musk’s net worth hits $347.8 billion, fueled by Tesla stock surge post-election and growing influence under Trump administration.

Quote of the Day:

“You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them.”

- Desmond Tutu

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