Germany Takes Step Toward Legalizing Marijuana
The government signed off on legislation that would allow adults to buy and possess small amounts of cannabis. Parliament still needs to approve the measure.
Day: August 16, 2023
Niger coup backers call for mass mobilisation amid military threat from regional bloc
As Ecowas chiefs prepare to meet to discuss possible action against junta, civic group says ‘we need to be ready’Supporters of the Nigerien junta are calling for the mass mobilisation of citizens against the threat of military action by a west African …
Biden says he’ll visit Hawaii after deadly wildfires
US President Joe Biden has pledged to travel to Hawaii to inspect damage caused by devastating wildfires, which claimed the lives of at least 99 people. Biden had previously declared a federal emergency and expressed condolences, but had not commented …
Mexican Navy seizes boat carrying 3 tons of cocaine off Pacific coast resort – Fox News
Mexican Navy seizes boat carrying 3 tons of cocaine off Pacific coast resort Fox NewsView Full Coverage on Google News
Clorox Cleans up Security Breach That Disrupted Operations
The intrusion continues to disrupt “parts of the company’s business operations,” and it is “working diligently to respond to and address this issue, and is also coordinating with law enforcement,” according to the Form 8-K submission.
JD.com reports Q2 revenue up 7.6% YoY to ~$39.7B, beating ~$38.27B est., as retail sales rose just 2.5% YoY, below analyst estimates of 4.5% YoY; JD drops 4.5%+ (Yuvraj Malik/Reuters)
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JD.com reports Q2 revenue up 7.6% YoY to ~$39.7B, beating ~$38.27B est., as retail sales rose just 2.5% YoY, below analyst estimates of 4.5% YoY; JD drops 4.5%+ — Chinese e-commerce firm JD.com (9618.HK), bea…
China police warn dangers of playing on high rises in shocking video
China police issue warnings after a child is seen playing hide and seek on the side of a apartment building.
Congressman Ro Khanna slammed for meeting Hindutva ideologue on India visit
US Congressman Ro Khanna has come under fire for meeting a far-right ideologue on his trip to India.
Israeli city unveils Indian-Jewish Cultural Square on India’s 77th Independence Day
Celebrating India’s 77th Independence Day, an Indian-Jewish Cultural Square was inaugurated in Eilat city in Israel, dedicated to the strong “civilisational bond” between the two countries built on “centuries of shared heritage and values”. Eli Lankri,…
German Cannabis Bill Passes Scholz Cabinet in Legalization Push
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