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Libyan Agency Reports Seizing 100,000 Gaddafi-Faced Pills — 6dLibyan authorities seized about 100,000 pills molded with Muammar Gaddafi’s face and robes, described by Al Rada as ecstasy after a European sea shipment.

Rachel Meyers Hard to believe anyone would buy ecstasy stamped like that, but it shows how far some will go for novelty.

Five Urns, Millions of Images Found in Philadelphia Missing Women Probe — 1dPhiladelphia police have uncovered images of seven missing women while reviewing more than 1 million files seized from a home in the city that also contained five urns believed to… — by Andrew Powell

Iran claims to have seized American drone US says had ‘malfunctioned’ — Sep 8, 2026

Nicole Hardy I bet the US lost control of that drone and now they're embarrassed that Iran got their hands on it.

Luol Deng Regrets $72 Million Lakers Deal — 2dThe 2016 Lakers free-agent splashes for Timofey Mozgov and Luol Deng are now viewed as misfires after both players struggled for rotation roles and Deng was benched in favor of a younger core. Deng says he took the big offer largely to seize a premier opportunity, but the team’s shifting plans and conflicting messages left him feeling he couldn't play the game he loved.

Houthis Reportedly Seize Mocha, Advance Toward Bab al-Mandab — Sep 9, 2026Houthi forces seized the port city of Mokha on Yemen’s Red Sea coast, prompting government troops to withdraw from Mokha and nearby districts as clashes widen toward Dhubab. The advance threatens control of Bab al-Mandeb, a critical global energy chokepoint, with fighting spilling over into Taiz, Mareb, and Hodeidah and reports of civilian displacement.

Sam Okafor The spread of fighting into Taiz and Hodeidah will only drive more families from their homes without any clear end in sight.

Memphis groomer charged after four dogs die; 36 seized from Florida man — Sep 9, 2026Two separate animal-cruelty cases emerged: in Memphis, groomer Keaton Stuckey is charged with four counts of aggravated cruelty after four dogs died from heat stroke while in his care, with necropsies confirming heat exhaustion and no veterinary care provided; in Melrose, 67-year-old Mark Plosila had 36 husky-mixed dogs seized after months of neighbor complaints, resulting in the euthanization of 15 dogs and criminal charges alongside a civil order that previously restricted the number of dogs he could possess. The cases highlight ongoing enforcement actions against suspected animal neglect and the complexities of civil and criminal proceedings in multi-dog welfare disputes.

Rachel Meyers Neighbors warned for months about the overcrowding but nothing changed until 15 dogs had to be euthanized.

India investigates suspected counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccine vials in Delhi — Sep 5, 2026India’s drug regulator flagged batch KE25012 of the Abhayrab rabies vaccine as not of standard quality and potentially spurious after potency testing, highlighting concerns about counterfeit doses in a country with thousands of rabies deaths annually. Indian Immunologicals Ltd says the seized vials were not produced by its division Human Biologicals Institute and has asked authorities to trace the source as investigations, including arrests related to the seized vials, continue while the genuine batch had been released through authorized channels.

Elena Vasquez Fake vaccines are almost worse than no vaccine because people think they're safe. Pharmacies and clinics need way tighter checks on batch verification.

FBI Seizes $560,000 in Crypto Donations for Hamas — Sep 1, 2026The FBI and the Justice Department seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas and disrupted the group's online fundraising and recruitment networks by taking control of domains and communication platforms and collecting information on thousands of potential donors. The operation underscores law enforcement's ongoing use of digital takedowns to cut off illicit funding for extremist groups.

Derek Foss Interesting that they also collected data on thousands of donors - wonder what happens to those people next.

Saudi Oil Exports Face Disruption Across Region — Sep 12, 2026Diplomatic efforts in the region stalled as Oman postponed Iran-Gulf talks amid drone and missile attacks that disrupted key oil routes, including Saudi Arabia’s east-west pipeline and tension around the Strait of Hormuz, stoking fears of a global oil supply shock. The Houthis’ rapid advances—seizing Bab al-Mandeb and threatening Perim Island and Mocha—have narrowed Saudi options and heightened the risk of wider conflict, with analysts noting limited strategic room for Riyadh and uncertainty over U.S. involvement under Trump.

Elena Vasquez Saudi Arabia has few good options left if the Houthis keep closing key routes and pushing oil prices higher for everyone.

Gaza hospitals ration generator use amid fuel and oil shortages — Sep 10, 2026Gaza’s largest functioning hospitals are operating under emergency austerity as power cuts and shortages of diesel, engine oil and spare parts cause generators to seize, endangering patients. The crisis is driven by Israeli restrictions on fuel and oil, ongoing high energy costs, and a broader energy shortage despite a 2025 ceasefire, forcing hospitals to rotate power cuts and families to rely on expensive neighborhood generators.

Marcus Bell It's unacceptable that fuel shortages are forcing Gaza hospitals to risk patients' lives by rationing generator use.

US Forces Seize Sanctioned Oil Tanker As Russian Warship Escorts Just Watch — Jan 7, 2026American forces seized a sanctioned oil tanker flying a Russian flag Wednesday following a weeks-long pursuit of the vessel after it attempted to evade the blockade of Venezuela. “The vessel was seized in the North…

More Than 5,000 Fentanyl-Laced Counterfeit Medication Seized in VirginiaReporting — May 4, 2022More than 5,000 fentanyl-laced counterfeit medication and several firearms have been seized from a home in Virginia. The Prince William County Police Department tweeted, “DRUG SEIZURE: and TF recently seized several…

Phone Records of 4 New York Times Reporters Seized by Trump DOJ: ReportReporting — Jun 3, 2021Under former President Donald Trump , the Department of Justice (DOJ) reportedly seized phone records of four reporters from The New York Times. According to the DOJ, under President Joe Biden , officials seized phone…

Royal Navy’s HMS Trent Seizes First ‘Narco Sub’ With £160m Cocaine Haul‌ ‌ — Sep 14, 2024The Royal Navy seized the narco-sub in the Caribbean Sea. ROYAL NAVY VIA SWNS “> The Royal Navy has intercepted its first-ever “narco sub” – filled with £160m ($208M) worth of cocaine. HMS Trent seized the vessel…

California Supreme Court considers return of seized ballots — Aug 24, 2026The California Supreme Court is weighing whether Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco must return about 650,000 ballots seized during the 2025 redistricting election, as voters and state officials challenge the sheriff’s authority and probe. Justices are considering the proper election-contest mechanisms and whether the attorney general can stop a sheriff-led investigation into the ballots.

US Plans To Seize More ‘Shadow’ Tankers Off Venezuela, Per Reports — Dec 11, 2025The U.S. is reportedly planning to seize more oil tankers off the coast of Venezuela after successfully carrying out the first such operation on Wednesday, according to sources who spoke to Reuters this week. The…

US Plans Prize Courts to Seize Iranian OilWorld — Aug 26, 2026The Justice Department, with the Pentagon, is reviving prize courts—a dormant, Civil War-era maritime mechanism—to accelerate seizing Iranian oil tankers and cargo as U.S. property, with proceeds earmarked for the Treasury to offset war costs. The plan would hinge on the Southern District of Texas and other districts with port jurisdiction, but legal experts warn the untested process could face substantial challenges from ship owners, victims of terrorism, and the broader judiciary.

US Seizes Oil Tanker Off Venezuelan Coast, Trump Confirms — Dec 10, 2025The U.S. seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump confirmed Wednesday. The tanker’s ownership and origin were not revealed, but Trump said the vessel was “very large” while speaking to…

Texas-Bound Oil Tanker Seized by Hostile Foreign NavyReporting — Apr 27, 2023An international oil tanker that was bound for Texas was seized by Iranian naval forces on Thursday after the country claimed it had collided with one of its vessels. The U.S. military announced the seizure in a…

U.S. to Seize Exports of Masks and Gloves Amid Coronavirus CrisisReporting — Apr 9, 2020The United States will seize exports of key protective medical gear until it determines whether the equipment should be kept in the country to combat the spread of the new coronavirus, two federal agencies announced on…

Norway Assists Stranded Russians After Svalbard Vessel SeizureWorld — Sep 4, 2026Norway seized the Russian vessel Professor Molchanov in Svalbard at the request of Ukrainian company Naftogaz, leaving passengers and crew stranded and prompting Russia to condemn what it calls piracy. Oslo says it is acting under its international obligations and will provide assistance to Russian citizens affected on Svalbard, while stressing that sanctions exemptions and the Svalbard Treaty allow ongoing Russian activity there.

Heavily-Armed Iranian Gunboats Attempt To Seize US Tanker — Feb 3, 2026Iranian gunboats attempted to seize a U.S.-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday amid escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington. The tanker, identified as the Stena Imperative , was transiting…

Commentary: Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against Cops Seizing Guns Without a WarrantReporting — May 18, 2021The Supreme Court secured a major victory for gun rights Monday as it unanimously ruled that seizing firearms while someone is being monitored for suicide is unconstitutional. The case centered around Edward Caniglia…

Senator Burr’s Phone Seized in US Probe of Stock Trades: LA TimesReporting — May 14, 2020U.S. Senator Richard Burr has had his cellphone seized by federal agents as part of the Justice Department’s probe of stock transactions made by the lawmaker ahead of the sharp market downturn triggered by the…