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Published on 15:25 GMT

Colombian president claims cocaine ‘no worse than whiskey’ and calls for legalisation as record amounts flood into Spain

COLOMBIA’S president has sparked controversy by claiming cocaine is ‘no worse than whiskey’ and should be ‘sold like wine’. Gustavo Petro added that cocaine is only illegal ‘because it comes from Latin America’ and implied it was part of a western plot to …

Source: Olive Press - Center-left
Published on 17:16 GMT

'Cocaine Is No Worse Than Whisky, It's Just Illegal Because It's Made In Latin America,' Says Colombian President Petro, ...

By Camila Berriex via El Planteo During a Council of Ministers meeting at the Casa de Nariño, Colombian President Gustavo Petro reignited a heated global debate by comparing cocaine to whisky and questioning its criminalization. "Cocaine is illegal …

Source: Benzinga - Neutral
Published on 18:08 GMT

Spanish police detains five people on suspicion of terrorism — newspaper

MADRID, February 7. /TASS/. Spanish law enforcement agencies have detained five people in Spain’s Autonomous Community of Catalonia on suspicion of terrorist activity, the El Periodico newspaper wrote, citing police sources. According to their …

Source: TASS - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Trump funding freeze deals blow to Colombia’s security forces

Colombian National Police’s Aerial Service. Image credit: Policía Nacional de los colombianos via Flickr. A large portion of Colombia’s Blackhawk helicopter fleet has been rendered non-operational following a U.S. aid moratorium. Eighteen helicopters used …

Source: The Bogota Post - Center-left
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Colombian man charged in U.S. for smuggling pregnant woman who died crossing from Canada

A Colombian man has been arraigned in the United States after being extradited from Canada on charges related to the smuggling of a 32-year-old Mexican woman who drowned shortly after having crossed the border into Champlain, N.Y., south of Montreal, in …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Police Rescue Tiny Puma Being Smuggled in Back of Car

A puma cub that was being transported illegally was rescued from a vehicle near Girardota, Colombia, on Wednesday, February 5, officials said, and the driver charged with wildlife trafficking. Footage released by the Traffic and Transportation Directorate …

Source: The Geelong Advertiser - Center-right
Published on Feb 6, 2025

‘No worse than whiskey’…President of drug capital Colombia calls for cocaine to be LEGAL after being humiliated by Trump

THE President of the world’s cocaine capital Colombia said the drug was “no worse than whiskey” amid a fiery feud with Donald Trump. President Gustavo Petro called for the killer powder to be legalised just days after Trump embarrassed the leader by …

Source: The Scottish Sun - Right-wing
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Colombian president Gustavo Petro says cocaine is ‘no worse than whiskey’

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has claimed that “cocaine is no worse than whisky” following a surge in production of coca in his country. The 64-year-old made the contentious remark during a televised cabinet meeting. He told those in attendance that …

Source: The London Economic - Left-wing
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Colombian president Petro claims cocaine is no worse than whisky

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Colombian President Gustavo Petro has said that “cocaine is no worse than whisky” as the production of coca, the drug’s base …

Source: The Financial Times - Neutral
Published on Feb 6, 2025

'All land borders will be closed!' Urgent update for Britons in South America - 'expect heightened police presence'

Ecuador will close all land borders for three days during its upcoming presidential elections, as the country implements heightened security measures across the nation. Border crossings in the South American destination will be closed from February 8 to …

Source: GB News - Right-wing
Published on Feb 6, 2025

UK-Brazil-Colombia-Panama-Costa Rica-Mexico-California—route a deported Indian took to reach US

As soon as the official on board the plane confirmed that all 104 deportees were being sent back to India, cries filled the cabin. The next 24-hours from San Antonio, Texas to Amritsar would be filled with discussions on how they had been duped by agents …

Source: The Print - Neutral
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Colombia’s stance against deportations: Holding the U.S. accountable for Migrant rights

When Donald Trump first took office in 2017, his administration introduced some of the most extreme and controversial immigration policies in modern United States history. Among them was the implementation of the “Migrant Protection Protocols,” also …

Source: The Pace Press - New York - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Colombia's Gaming Regulator Bans Illegal Online Casinos and Sports Betting Websites

In a historic move, Colombia's gaming regulator, Coljuegos, has launched its most extensive crackdown on illegal betting operations, blocking 10,000 websites and social media profiles that were offering unauthorized gaming services. The regulator's …

Source: Top News - Label Pending
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Colombia's gambling regulator blocks 10,000 websites, social media profiles offering illegal betting

Coljuegos, Colombia's gambling regulator, has blocked 10,000 websites and social media profiles offering illegal betting as part of its latest black market crackdown. The blocked sites provided gambling activities in the country without maintaining a …

Source: Yogonet International - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Colombia Blocks 10K Illegal Gaming Websites and Social Media Accounts

Colombia’s gambling regulator, Coljuegos, announced that it has blocked a staggering 10,000 unlicensed gambling websites and social media accounts promoting illegal games of chance. The authority reiterated its stance on offshore entities, vowing to crack …

Source: Gambling News - New York - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Colombia star Luis Muriel’s brother-in-law gunned down by hitmen as striker, 33, posts emotional tribute

COLOMBIAN international Luis Muriel’s brother-in-law has been killed by hitmen. Luis Ramirez Lindao, 24, died after being shot more than 20 times as he drove a high-end Toyota Fortuner SUV. 3 Luis Muriel has penned an emotional tribute after his brother-in …

Source: The Scottish Sun - Right-wing
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Beyoncé honors first responders in Grammys speech for album of the year win

Taylor Swift wore a red mini dress to the 2025 Grammy Awards red carpet, along with what appeared to be a subtle nod to boyfriend Travis Kelce on her thigh in the form of a "T" ruby chain. Beyoncé won album of the year at the Grammys for " …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Feb 6, 2025

Colombian Army and ELN fight in Catatumbo

As a result of a skirmish in the municipality of Lourdes, in the department of Norte de Santander, the military also managed to capture two other insurgents from the Juan Fernando Porras Front and seized two short-range weapons and six long-range weapons. …

Source: Prensa Latina - Cuba - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Colombians weigh returning home after rebel violence

‹‹ 1 of 5 Colombian security forces stand guard as members of a humanitarian caravan comprising senators and social organisations, meet with residents, to demand cease-fire and peace in the Catatumbo region, after attacks by rebels from the leftist …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 16:22 GMT

Collaboration in Action: First Responders and Military Train for Crisis Situations

NORFOLK, Va. -- On February 5, 2025, a multi-agency exercise simulating an active shooter scenario and improvised explosive device (IED) threat took place in Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads Iowa Estates. The drill was designed to test the …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 16:44 GMT

OSCE delivers training course on airport security and provides equipment to Moldovan border police

From 3 to 7 February, the OSCE organized a training course in Chisinau, Moldova for aviation security managers from the General Inspectorate of Border Police (GIBP) and Airport Administration of the Republic of Moldova. The course, organized in co- …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 07:15 GMT

Deputy Minister Andries Nel visits Mitchells Plain Police Station, 7 Feb

The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr. Andries Nel, will visit the Mitchells Plain Police Station on Friday, 07 February 2025, to assess the progress of the Integrated Person Management (IPM) solution, a key component of the …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 02:43 GMT

Berlin Barracks / Arrest on Warrant / False information to Police / Criminal DLS

VSP News Release-Incident STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE CASE#: 25A3000805 RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Chayan Flores STATION: VSP Berlin Barracks CONTACT#: (802)-229- …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Amazing Star Studded Hearts On Fire Charity on Feb. 23rd For Los Angeles

Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, A Divine H2O in West Hollywood will host a high-impact charity drive celebrites, donations,Toni Garrn, Miguel Nunez, Sepi Shyne support! LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Sunday, …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 11:15 GMT

Commercial Helicopter Market to Reach USD 28.71 Billion by 2032, Driven by Rising Demand for Medical Evacuation

Commercial Helicopter Market, By Application, By End-Use, By Propulsion System, By Regional NAY YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Commercial Helicopter Market has been experiencing steady growth over the …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 00:55 GMT

Update No. 1: Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, Feb. 3-9, 2025

STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE Watch Commander Schedule for the week of Feb. 3-9, 2025. Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders. Watch Commander – North Capt. Ashley Barnes …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 22:55 GMT

Police Officer - Probationary Recruitment

Published on November 27, 2023 Police Officer Probationary Recruitment Application Opens: Monday, December 4, 2023 Application Closes: At 1000 applications or Friday, December 15, 2023 (whatever comes first) On December 4, 2023, the City of Miami will …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

South Carolina Sheriff’s Department’s new Tactical Medical Program graduates 22

Training developed in-house said to be the first on its scale in the Palmetto State COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) held its first-ever graduation of 22 …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 17:05 GMT

Three Dallas Emergency Rooms recognized by Minus 2 Degrees for their commitment to reducing carbon emissions

DALLAS, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minus 2 Degrees (M2D) is proud to recognize Highland Park Emergency Room, Lakewood Emergency Room, and Preston Hollow Emergency Room with the "Road to Net Zero" award. These …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 15:49 GMT

Next Day Access Phoenix: Territory Expansion

Next Day Access, a leading accessibility solutions provider, is pleased to announce a second Arizona territory expansion with Next Day Access Phoenix. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next Day Access, a leading …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Modern Heart and Vascular Launches Modern Primary Healthcare for the Community

Modern Heart and Vascular Expands Services with the Launch of Modern Primary Healthcare ATASCOCITA, TX, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Modern Heart and Vascular is proud to announce the opening of Modern Primary Healthcare …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Women for Paws Helps the Pets at the Lotus House – A Women’s Shelter

Women for Paws Helps a Local Women Shelter where Pets are allowed MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Women for Paws Helps the Pets at the Lotus House – A Women’s Shelter. The local non-profit announced its funding …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, IT Industry ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 07:51 GMT

Avenue Locksmith Launches Community Safety Initiative for Valentine’s Day in New York City

BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Avenue Locksmith, a leading mobile locksmith service in New York City, is proud to announce its new community safety initiative, “Key to Your Heart,” in celebration of Valentine’ …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 06:40 GMT

Everclad Law Group Opens its Doors to Serve New York

Everclad Law expands personal injury services in New York with free case evaluations and a ‘No Fee Unless We Win or Settle’ commitment. LYNBROOK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Everclad Law Group, based in Lynbrook, is …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 06:38 GMT

Research Project on Ethical Use of Surveillance Technology for Citizens with Dementia: Recommendations and Guide

The project SIGNS OF LIFE has examined ways to improve and ethically balance surveillance technology used by care staff working with citizens with dementia. ÅRHUS, DENMARK, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How can surveillance technologies …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 05:42 GMT

FUJIKURA EXHIBITS MILLIMETER-WAVE PRODUCTS at MWC BARCELONA 2025

First presentation of a 28GHz ｍｍwave antenna board and live demonstration of ultra-low latency remote control using a 60GHz mmwave wireless communication module KOTO-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fujikura Ltd. ( …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Aviation & Aerospace Industry ...
Published on February 7, 2025 - 05:06 GMT

Top Growth Driver in the Odactra Market 2025: Rising Prevalence Of Allergic Diseases Propels Growth

The Business Research Company's Top Growth Driver in the Odactra Market 2025: Rising Prevalence Of Allergic Diseases Propels Growth LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 05:06 GMT

The Obizur Global Market Report 2025 - A Comprehensive Analysis Of The Market Dynamics, Upcoming Trends

The Obizur Global Market Report 2025 - A Comprehensive Analysis Of The Market Dynamics, Upcoming Trends, Key Industry Players, And Industry's Future. LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 05:06 GMT

Ocrevus Global Market Report 2025: In-depth Analysis and Detailed Projections

The Business Research Company's Ocrevus Global Market Report 2025: In-depth Analysis and Detailed Projections LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports Released: Trends, …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 00:50 GMT

Love Beyond Romance: Careplan Advocates for Aging Adults This Valentine’s Day

Who’s Looking Out for Our Seniors? Many aging adults face dementia, abuse & housing crises ALONE. This Valentine’s, ensure they have an advocate💙 #AgingMatters CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Valentine’s …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Allison's Plumbing Heating And Air Offers Winter Heating Service to Enhance Home Comfort and Efficiency

Allison's Plumbing Heating And Air offers discounts on plumbing and HVAC services until April 1, 2025 for affordable home maintenance. HANOVER, PA, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allison's Plumbing Heating And Air …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 22:15 GMT

Atlas Achieves 160µm Ultra-High Loading Lithium-Ion Battery Electrodes with Innovative Water-Based NMP-Free Process

Atlas Achieves 160µm Ultra-High Loading Lithium-Ion Battery Electrodes with Innovative Water-Based NMP-Free Process ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atlas Power Technologies Inc., has achieved a major …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on February 6, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

Global Nuvaxovid Market Forecast: Key Growth Drivers, Trends, and Opportunities from 2025 to 2034

The Business Research Company's Global Nuvaxovid Market Forecast: Key Growth Drivers, Trends, and Opportunities from 2025 to 2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

Obiltoxaximab Anthim Global Market Report 2025: Potent Growth Projected Amid Rising Incidence of Zoonotic Diseases

The Business Research Company's Obiltoxaximab Anthim Global Market Report 2025: Potent Growth Projected Amid Rising Incidence of Zoonotic Diseases LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

Global Refacto Market Insights 2025: Key Trends, Market Size, and Growth Forecast

The Business Research Company's Global Refacto Market Insights 2025: Key Trends, Market Size, and Growth Forecast LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports Released: Trends, …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

Emerging Opportunities and Trends in the Global Recothrom Market by 2025

The Business Research Company's Emerging Opportunities and Trends in the Global Recothrom Market by 2025 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Updated 2025 Market Reports Released: Trends, Forecasts …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

Repatha Global Market Report 2025: An In-depth Look at Market Sizes, Growth Trends, and Key Industry Players

The Business Research Company’s Repatha Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The repatha market size has seen significant expansion …

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