Texas Hemp Crackdown: Texas will reclassify Delta-8 THC and other hemp-derived THC isomers as controlled substances effective July 31, pushing retailers to remove or sell through inventory before the deadline. Legal Challenge to Hemp THC Ban: Missouri hemp businesses filed a federal lawsuit to block the state’s intoxicating hemp products ban, arguing vague definitions could confuse hemp and marijuana markets. Ohio Court Win for Hemp Products: A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction letting 10 businesses keep selling intoxicating hemp products and THC beverages while litigation continues. Federal Cannabis Labor Push: The UFCW backed the reintroduced Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, seeking federal workplace protections and wages for cannabis workers. Medicinal Cannabis Banking: St. Kitts and Nevis is building a medicinal cannabis banking framework with regional expert Saboto Caesar, including a seed-to-sale track-and-trace system. Safety + CBD/THC in the Spotlight: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry disaster investigation expanded after officials found manifest discrepancies and reported cannabis-positive crew tests, while Durban authorities raided a notorious CBD building tied to drugs and prostitution. Wellness Retail Angle: Wild Ginger Apothecary promoted summer “slow down and recharge” rituals, and Costa Rica’s Vessyl opened as a 4D sound wellness resort rooted in nervous system regulation. Product Testing Concerns: Oklahoma reporting highlights disputes over inconsistent cannabis lab results, fueling calls for more reliable testing standards.