Author: Amnewsworld

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the U.S. cannabis industry, federal agents staged a dramatic raid on Glass House Farms California’s largest legal marijuana grower arresting over 360 individuals and igniting fierce debate over political motives, immigration enforcement, and the future of legal cannabis in America. The coordinated operation, executed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol agents on July 10, targeted two massive farm sites operated by Glass House in Carpinteria and Camarillo, northwest of Los Angeles. The federal government has yet to clarify the raid’s precise objective, and the company itself has not…

There’s an Akan proverb that says, “Sɛ ɛfie porɔ a, saa na ɔman no nso yɛ,” meaning: if the home is rotten, so will be the nation. Ghana, once the hope of a continent and the beacon of black sovereignty, is fast becoming a shell of its former self  stripped of vision, looted of dignity, and betrayed by those sworn to protect its soul. “When you cut out the brain, strength is useless.” That is Ghana today, a nation with boundless potential, abundant natural wealth, and a youthful population, yet crippled by a failure to think, plan, and preserve. What…

In a dramatic upset that sent shockwaves through African rugby, Zimbabwe secured qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup after narrowly defeating Namibia 30-28 in the Africa Cup final on Saturday. The victory marks Zimbabwe’s first return to the global rugby stage since 1991 and positions them as Africa’s second representative at the 2027 tournament in Australia, alongside reigning world champions South Africa. Known as the Sables, Zimbabwe now becomes only the third African nation to qualify for the Rugby World Cup in the professional era. Their win came despite Namibia’s long-standing dominance in regional rugby a team that has…

Eastern Libyan authorities have deported over 700 Sudanese nationals back to their conflict-ravaged homeland as part of a sweeping crackdown on irregular migration, officials confirmed on Saturday. The Directorate for Combating Illegal Migration in eastern Libya announced that the Sudanese deportees had been detained in recent operations across central and southeastern parts of the country. On Friday, they were escorted across the Libyan-Sudanese border by land. Authorities said that among those expelled, several were diagnosed with infectious diseases such as hepatitis and AIDS, while others had previous criminal convictions or were removed for unspecified “security reasons.” The deportation effort is…

The European hornet, Vespa crabro the largest wasp species in Europe is spreading steadily across Finland, marking a significant shift in the nation’s insect landscape, researchers have confirmed. Once largely restricted to Southeast Finland, sightings of the insect have now extended into central and northern territories, with confirmed reports emerging from Mikkeli, Tampere, the Turku Archipelago, and as far north as Kuopio. Dozens of verified encounters have also been submitted across the Kitee–Joensuu line, while Southeast Finland has recorded hundreds of sightings. Experts attribute the expansion to shifting climate conditions. According to Professor Jaakko Pohjoismäki of the University of Eastern…

The annual spiritual pilgrimage to honour Erzulie Dantor and the Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel took a dramatic detour this year, as thousands of Haitian faithful climbed a steep hill in rural Port-au-Prince instead of gathering at the traditional site of Saut-d’Eau. For decades, the 100-foot sacred waterfall at Saut-d’Eau, located roughly 50 kilometers north of the capital, has drawn believers of both Voodoo and Roman Catholicism. But in March, violent gangs overran the area, making it inaccessible to pilgrims. The town remains under their control, forcing this year’s observance to relocate to the outskirts of the capital. Despite the…

Authorities in the Netherlands have expanded charges against a 36-year-old man linked to a deadly explosion in Rotterdam earlier this year, now accusing him of causing the blast that killed three people. The Public Prosecution Service (OM) confirmed Thursday that the suspect, initially arrested for his alleged involvement in narcotics production, is now also being held responsible for the fatal explosion at Schammenkamp on January 29, 2024. The new charge follows a forensic investigation conducted by the Netherlands Forensic Institute (NFI). According to prosecutors, the NFI report established that acetone containers and the gases they emitted triggered the explosion in…

A sweeping policy shift proposed by the Trump administration could upend the lives of millions of low-income American families, as federal officials push to impose a two-year limit on housing assistance programs administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The proposal has sparked widespread alarm, particularly among working families who depend on long-term subsidized housing to stay afloat amid the country’s intensifying affordability crisis. For Havalah Hopkins, a single mother in Woodinville, Washington, the idea is more than political it’s deeply personal. “This isn’t just policy. This is my home. This is my son’s stability,” Hopkins…

Public support for increasing the number of foreign workers in Finland has dropped significantly since last year, according to a new survey commissioned by the Federation of Finnish Enterprises (Suomen Yrittäjät). The survey, Työelämägallup, revealed that only 44% of respondents now believe Finland needs more foreign labor down from 58% in September 2023. Meanwhile, 38% expressed opposition to increased labour migration, highlighting growing concerns among Finnish residents as the national economy slows. “When the economy weakens and job prospects become uncertain, foreign workers are increasingly seen as competitors rather than support for the labour force,” said Juhana Brotherus, chief economist…

For the first time in NATO’s history, a Lithuanian officer has assumed one of its most senior military positions. Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas has taken command of NATO’s International Military Staff, a move seen as both historic and strategic amid growing security concerns on the Alliance’s eastern flank. Baltrėnas’ appointment marks a significant milestone not only for Lithuania but also for NATO’s evolving military leadership at a time of heightened geopolitical tension, particularly with ongoing concerns about Russia’s military posture and the war in Ukraine. “This is one of the highest military posts within NATO, and I accept the responsibility…