Illegal Cultivation Crackdown (Nevada County, CA): Nevada County Sheriff’s detectives and California wildlife officers hit 21 suspected illegal cannabis sites, destroying 4,989 plants, seizing 1,801.4 lbs of processed cannabis, and arresting nine people; investigators also flagged water pollution, trash, environmental damage, dangerous pesticides, and other drug activity. Corporate Power Play (Curaleaf vs. Aurora): Curaleaf launched a hostile takeover bid for Aurora Cannabis, offering $4 per share (cash + stock) and pitching a 45% premium, while Aurora says it received letters from Curaleaf and is reviewing the proposal under fiduciary duties. Emergency Care Signal (CHS): A CDC report says ED visits involving cannabis hyperemesis syndrome jumped after a CHS-specific ICD-10 code rolled out in Oct. 2025, suggesting the condition’s burden was previously underestimated. Research Watch (Glioblastoma): Lab findings suggest some cannabinoids, including CBD, may protect glioblastoma cells from chemotherapy and radiation-induced cell death—raising caution for anticancer assumptions. Regulatory/Access (Texas hemp THC): A federal judge denied an emergency bid to pause Texas’ ban on most hemp-derived THC products while the lawsuit continues. Local Policy (Buffalo County, NE): Zoning rules passed could block medical marijuana processing/distribution tied to CBD and other cannabis products, putting licenses at risk for local operators. Public Health & Safety (Georgia): Georgia’s medical cannabis registry surged after a new law expanded qualifying conditions and changed THC potency rules. Aviation Incident (Air India): Reports say an Air India pilot tested positive for cannabis after a flight plunge injured 24 passengers. Criminal Justice (UK drug-driving): A woman admitted driving with THC above the legal limit after being stopped when her car smelled of cannabis.