AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSynthetic Drug Alert: Malaysia’s anti-drug agency flags “piu-piu,” a synthetic hallucinogen reportedly blended into vape liquids and linked to fentanyl, with warnings it’s being pushed toward students and young adults. CBD/THC in Care: A U.S. hospice-eligible dementia trial (LiBBY) reports THC-CBD treatment sharply reduced agitation for nearly 90% of participants, though researchers stress it’s a specific medical formulation. Drug Trafficking Crackdown (Nigeria): NDLEA says it seized cocaine, “Loud” synthetic cannabis, opioids, and ammunition worth over ₦10bn in Lagos operations, including a Lagos clothing trader accused of trying to export 3.3kg of cocaine to the UK. Cannabis Supply Shift (Ireland): Ireland reports a rise in cannabis imports, with Garda and customs seizing over 3.5 tonnes this year, including large US-linked hauls. Food Safety & Drug Misuse (Zimbabwe): Investigations in Zimbabwe describe farmers illegally mixing HIV antiretrovirals into chicken feed, raising concerns about human health and possible resistance. Forever-Chemicals Cleanup (Hemp/Soil): Scientists propose a lower-cost method to reduce PFAS contamination in farm soils, targeting “forever chemicals” that can spread through biosolids. Travel/Enforcement Reminder: U.S. officials warn travelers that cannabis rules abroad can be harsh, with Thailand’s tougher penalties highlighted.
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