Cannabis Enforcement & Accountability: South Africa’s Verulam community is demanding answers after a man allegedly selling cannabis to pupils was released from custody and reportedly returned to the same area. Anti-Drug Push in India: Kerala launched the second phase of Operation Toofan, citing a 20–30% reduction in drug use and rolling out ward-level campaigns plus a new anti-narcotics investigation team. Cross-Border Drug Busts (Singapore): At Tuas Checkpoint, Singapore seized heroin, Ice and cannabis from a Malaysian man’s motorcycle, while a separate Tampines-area operation netted more heroin, cannabis, Ice, ecstasy and ketamine. Harsh Sentencing Spotlight (US): A Texas man received 75 years for a nonviolent cannabis charge at 19; his son was born while he was incarcerated. CBD/Wellness Consumer Guidance: A Europe-focused piece warns that “cannabis for wellness” needs real product understanding—what’s in it, how it’s used, and the risks—not just broad claims. Medicinal & Market Moves (ASX): Neurotech reshaped leadership for its cannabinoid program; Emyria expanded psychedelic-assisted therapy clinics; and multiple hemp/CBD-linked companies updated investors on deals, exports, and restructuring. Nature, Biodiversity & Biotech Value: A new analysis puts potential undiscovered drug value from tropical forests at $714B, with the Amazon at about $215B—raising stakes for conservation and benefit-sharing.