Cannabis Licensing Fight (US): Rhode Island’s tight Democratic AG primary is getting personal as Keith Hoffmann attacks Kim Ahern over lead-safety certification and alleges she “stalled” cannabis retail licenses, while Ahern counters with documents showing lead-safety steps were taken. Drug Diversion Policy (Ireland): Ireland’s long-delayed Health Referral Scheme for first-time drug possession is set to start nationwide, letting police refer people to health interventions instead of court (not just cannabis). Major Airport Seizure (Nigeria): NDLEA says it intercepted “Jihadi drug” captagon and opioid pills worth over ₦6.2bn at Lagos airport, including captagon hidden in “Ghana Soap,” plus millions of tablets from abandoned consignments. Local Cannabis Case (UK): Police in Bracknell report a crackdown after smelling cannabis, seizing suspected Class A drugs, cannabis, cash, and charging a 19-year-old with intent to supply. Consumer Angle (NY): New York State Fair debuts a cannabis consumer advocacy booth, pushing for better consumer data and product safety conversations. Public Safety/Legal (US): A Portola man was arrested after a compliance check turned up meth, psilocybin mushrooms, marijuana for sale, a suspected silencer, and firearm-related items. Road Risk Research (Canada): A new study finds rural drivers involved in crashes are more likely to have cannabis and other impairing substances detected. Sports/Smell Backlash (US Open): Players again complain about cannabis odor drifting into matches, calling it distracting despite no-smoking rules.