Hemp THC Legal Win (Ohio): A federal judge blocked Ohio from enforcing its ban on hemp-derived intoxicating cannabinoids in beverages against the 10 companies that sued, issuing a preliminary injunction tied to how Senate Bill 56 redefined federally legal hemp products as illegal marijuana. Regulatory Pushback (Texas): Texas lawmakers are gearing up for another attempt to ban THC products, arguing current rules aren’t enough as the state’s hemp-THC retail market keeps expanding. Medical Cannabis Expansion (Spain): Curaleaf became the first company approved to supply standardized THC- and CBD-dominant cannabis preparations under Spain’s new medical framework, with hospital pharmacy availability “in due course.” Industry Banking (St. Kitts & Nevis): The islands hired a regional expert to build a medicinal cannabis banking framework, aiming to solve banking access and roll out track-and-trace for financial institutions. Enforcement & Seizures: Police and navy units across Nigeria and elsewhere reported major cannabis busts (including 757kg in Lagos and multiple arrests tied to suspected hemp/“Indian hemp” and cannabis products). Public Safety (Vapes): A new anti-drugs campaign warns families that illegal drugs can be hidden in vapes marketed to teens, with authorities targeting dealers using cannabis-laced vape oils. Local Governance (Jersey): Jersey’s withdrawn personal cannabis reform proposition is expected to return “in due course,” after delays tied to further work and scrutiny.