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Nearly $34M worth of illegal e-cigarettes seized by federal officials

Federal authorities seized nearly $34 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes in their latest effort to crack down on unauthorized vaping products entering the U.S. The Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection discovered nearly two …

Nearly $34 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes seized by federal officials

Nikos Pekiaridis/NurPhoto via Getty Images (CHICAGO) — Federal authorities seized nearly $34 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes in their latest effort to crack down on unauthorized vaping products entering the U.S. The Food and Drug Administration …

US Food and Drug Administration FDA and CBP Seize Nearly $34 Million Worth of Illegal E-Cigarettes During Joint ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the seizure of nearly two million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products in Chicago, with an estimated retail value of $33.8 million. The seizures, which occurred in February of this year in …

FDA and CBP Seize Nearly $34 Million Worth of Illegal E-Cigarettes During Joint Operation

For Immediate Release: May 22, 2025 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the seizure of nearly two million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products in Chicago, with an estimated retail value of $33.8 million. The seizures, which …

FDA and CBP Seize Nearly $34 Million Worth of Illegal E-Cigarettes During Joint Operation

For Immediate Release: May 22, 2025 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the seizure of nearly two million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products in Chicago, with an estimated retail value of $33.8 million. The seizures, which …

100K pounds of illegal fireworks discovered in LA County

More than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks were found and seized by fire officials in Los Angeles County, Cal Fire confirmed Wednesday. The Office of the State Fire Marshal confiscated the large amount of explosives from a warehouse after learning a …

Indonesian govt targets illegal imports with strict sanctions

Tangerang, Banten (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government will impose strict sanctions on illegal importers to protect domestic industries and consumers, Trade Minister Budi Santoso said on Thursday. “Companies may be shut down, have their licenses revoked, …

Importing low-quality fuel unacceptable: Govt delegation

ZARANJ (Pajhwok): A high-ranking government delegation visited northwestern Nimroz province to investigate the issue of low-quality fuel imports and adopt new measures against it. They warned violators and emphasized that no corruption in the petroleum …

EU imports of Russian energy: how much Russia has earned

Stock photo: Getty Images The European Union spent €23 billion on Russian energy in 2024 despite having significantly reduced consumption. Source: European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen, as reported by Radio Liberty Quote: "Before …

Pig sector fears illegal meat imports could rise due to new UK-EU deal

The agreement, which aims to ease trade barriers with the EU, could compromise biosecurity measures that protect UK farms from diseases such as African swine fever (ASF). The new sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) framework will remove some routine border …

Insiders used to import 6kg cocaine

A man allegedly caught collecting 6kg of cocaine from an international commercial flight in Sydney told police his suitcase was filled with plaster. A foreign law enforcement agency tipped off police in January about trusted insiders being used by a drug …

Indonesia seizes over 1.68 million illegal Chinese products

Kabupaten Tangerang (ANTARA) - Indonesia's Trade Ministry has confiscated over 1.68 million illegally imported products from China, valued at Rp18.8 billion (USD1 = around Rp16,321), during a raid on a company warehouse here. "Those products were …

CAL FIRE seizes 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks in Los Angeles County

COMMERCE, Calif. - On Wednesday, the Office of the State Fire Marshal announced the seizure of over 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks in Commerce, Los Angeles County. This significant seizure highlights the ongoing efforts to curb the use and sale of …

LA County authorities seize over 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks

According to Cal Fire, the Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted the seizure in Commerce, where it responded to reports that a fireworks importer and exporter wasn't following the requirements of a licensee, despite being a licensed vendor. Lesley …

More than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Commerce

COMMERCE, Calif. (KABC) -- A major bust in Commerce Wednesday morning led to the seizure of more than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks, officials said. Cal Fire and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives raided a warehouse in the 3000 …

Over 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks seized from licensed importer in Commerce

More than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks were seized Wednesday, May 21 in Commerce,  following an investigation into a licensed fireworks importer/exporter suspected of violating state laws and licensing regulations, Cal Fire announced. The …

More than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Los Angeles County

By Austin Turner Austin Turner Austin Turner Austin Turner is a web producer at CBS Los Angeles. An Inland Empire native, Austin earned a degree in journalism from San Jose State University in 2020. Before joining CBS in 2025, he worked at KTLA, the San …

How lower China tariffs will affect direct-to-consumer imports

A reduction in U.S. tariffs on China-made goods has generated optimism among direct-to-consumer shippers, but there’s still plenty of work ahead for their supply chains to adjust to evolving trade rules. Direct shipping models have faced tariff and …

Over 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks seized from licensed importer in Commerce

Advancing Mining Feasibility Expertise with CMPF™ Program by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications

Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications Launches Certified Mining Project Feasibility and Financial Evaluation Manager (CMPF™) Program SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chartered Institute of Professional …

JS Investments Launches New Shariah-Compliant Capital Protected Fund: JS Islamic Sarmaya Mehfooz Fund – Plan 1 (2025)

KARACHI, SINDH, PAKISTAN, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karachi, May 2025 — JS Investments Limited (JSIL), Pakistan’s oldest private sector asset management company, announces the launch of JS Islamic Sarmaya Mehfooz Fund – Plan 1 (2025 ), a …

ExpertOps AI Unveils Next-Generation Operating System for Seamless AI-Human Collaboration

The Process 2.0 platform helps organizations shift from manual workflows to dynamic, AI-orchestrated execution. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ExpertOps AI, a leading innovator in industrial AI, today officially …

Ultra-Premium Healthcare Destination City Clinic Opens in Marbella, Setting New Benchmark for European Excellence

MARBELLA, SPAIN, May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- City Clinic, a groundbreaking healthcare destination, has officially opened its doors in Marbella's prestigious La Cañada shopping center. The facility represents a significant advancement in European …

Crypto Expo Dubai 2025: A Power-Packed Gathering of Global Crypto Visionaries

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crypto Expo Dubai 2025 has continued to energize the global blockchain and crypto community, drawing thousands of passionate attendees, industry leaders, and cutting-edge companies …

INFRAMEDIC Corporation Introduces Revolutionary SAFETY SENSE® Technology to the American Market

Swiss precision meets American innovation as INFRAMEDIC launches its patented real-time adaptive infrared technology for premium wellness applications. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- INFRAMEDIC Corporation …

Happypot Launches as Switzerland’s First Fully Localized Platform for Online Money Pots and Crowdfunding

ZüRICH, ZüRICH, SWITZERLAND, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ZURICH, Switzerland, A new Swiss platform is transforming how individuals and communities across Switzerland come together to fund gifts, causes, and collective events. Happy pot, a …

マディソン・リアルティ・キャピタル（Madison・Realty・Capital）、ファイザー（Pfizer）旧本社の住宅化プロジェクトに7億2,000万ドル（約1032億円）を融資

ニューヨーク, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 不動産プライベートクレジットに特化した垂直統合型の不動産プライベート・エクイティ会社であるマディソン・リアルティ・キャピタル（Madison Realty Capital）は本日、メトロロフト・デベロッパーズ（Metro Loft Developers）とデイヴィッド・ワーナー・リアルエステート・インベストメンツ（David Werner Real Estate Investments）による共同事業体に対し、総額7億2, …

Madison Realty Capital Originates $720 Million Loan for Office-to-Residential Conversion of Former Pfizer Headquarters

NEW YORK, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madison Realty Capital, a vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on real estate private credit, today announced that it has originated a $720 million loan to a joint-venture between Metro …

Bitget Wallet lanza una nueva identidad de marca y el movimiento “Cripto para todos”

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget Wallet, la cartera de criptomonedas sin custodia líder, ha presentado una nueva identidad de marca para reflejar su evolución hacia una cartera de criptomonedas de servicio completo …

Bitget Wallet lance sa nouvelle identité de marque et le mouvement « Crypto for Everyone »

SAN SALVADOR, Salvador, 25 mai 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget Wallet, le portefeuille crypto non dépositaire de premier plan, a dévoilé une nouvelle identité de marque pour refléter son évolution vers un service complet de portefeuille crypto conçu pour …

Bitget Wallet משיקה זהות מותג חדשה ותנועה שקוראת "קריפטוגרפיה לכולם"

סן סלבדור, אל סלבדור, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget Wallet, אפליקציית ארנק ה-Web3 ללא משמורת המובילה, חשפה זהות מותג חדשה שתשקף את ההתפתחות של האפליקציה לכדי ארנק קריפטוגרפי מלא המיועד לשימוש יומיומי. עם יותר מ-80 מיליון משתמשים, Bitget Walle …

Bitget Wallet Melancarkan Identiti Jenama Baharu dan Pergerakan "Kripto untuk Semua Orang"

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget Wallet, dompet kripto tanpa jagaan terkemuka, telah melancarkan identiti jenama baharu untuk mencerminkan evolusinya menjadi dompet kripto serba lengkap yang direka bentuk untuk kegunaan …

Bitget Wallet lança nova identidade de marca e o movimento “Criptomoedas para todos”

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A Bitget Wallet, principal carteira de criptomoedas de autocustódia, revelou uma nova identidade de marca para refletir sua evolução para uma carteira de criptomoedas de serviço completo, …

Bitget Wallet 推出全新品牌标识和 Crypto for Everyone 运动

圣萨尔瓦多，萨尔瓦多, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 领先的非托管加密钱包 Bitget Wallet 公布全新品牌标识，反映其朝着面向日常使用的全方位服务加密钱包转型。 Bitget Wallet 拥有超过 8 千万用户，已战略性地将其服务范围从交易和收益拓展至链上发现和全球支付。 除了象征着简洁和方向的新标识外，该应用程序还推出了更精简且用户友好的界面，让所有人都能更直观地使用加密货币。 Bitget Wallet 秉承 Crypto for Everyone …

Bitget Wallet lanciert eine neue Markenidentität und ruft die Bewegung „Krypto für alle“ ins Leben

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Die Bitget Wallet, die führende Krypto-Wallet ohne Schlüsselverwaltung durch eine Drittpartei, präsentiert ihre neue Markenidentität, die ihre Entwicklung zu einer umfassenden Krypto-Wallet für …

ビットゲット・ウォレット (Bitget Wallet)、新ブランドアイデンティティと「すべての人に暗号資産を (Crypto for Everyone)」ムーブメントを発表

エルサルバドル・サンサルバドル発, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 非管理型暗号資産ウォレットのリーディングプロバイダーであるビットゲット・ウォレットは、日常的な利用に適したフルサービス型ウォレットへの進化を反映した新たなブランドアイデンティティを発表した。 8,000万人を超えるユーザーを抱えるビットゲット・ウォレットは、取引や利回り運用を超え、オンチェーンでの発見やグローバル決済へと戦略的にサービスを拡充している。 …

Bitget Wallet, 새로운 브랜드 아이덴티티와 ‘모두를 위한 암호화폐’ (Crypto for Everyone) 운동 추진

산 살바도르, 엘살바도르, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 선도적인 비수탁형 암호화폐 지갑인 Bitget Wallet이 일상적인 사용을 위해 설계된 풀서비스 암호화폐 지갑으로 진화하는 모습을 반영한 새로운 브랜드 아이덴티티를 공개했다. 8천만 명 이상의 사용자를 보유한 Bitget Wallet은 거래와 수익 창출을 넘어 온체인 검색과 글로벌 결제까지 서비스를 전략적으로 확장하였다. 단순함과 방향성을 상징하는 새로운 로고와 함께 …

Bitget Wallet 推出全新品牌標識和 Crypto for Everyone 運動

薩爾瓦多聖薩爾瓦多, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 領先的非託管加密錢包 Bitget Wallet 公布全新品牌標識，反映其朝着面向日常使用的全方位服務加密錢包轉型。 Bitget Wallet 擁有超過 8,000 萬用戶，已策略性地將服務範圍從交易和收益拓展至鏈上發現和全球支付。 除了象徵着簡潔和方向的新標識外，該應用程式還推出了更精簡易用的介面，讓所有人都能更簡單直觀地使用加密貨幣。 Bitget Wallet 秉承 Crypto for Everyone …

XRP News: Whales Buy Off $XDX Token Before Presale Ends In 3 Days as Ripple Finalizes Circle Acquisition and XRPI ...

SYDNEY, May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With just 3 days left before the XenDex presale closes, momentum is building rapidly as crypto investors scramble to secure their allocation of $XDX tokens at presale prices. The timing couldn’t be more perfect. …