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Supporters of the THC potency cap, including the Substance Misuse Prevention Oversight and Advisory Council, believe it safeguards public health by minimizing ...

Johns Hopkins University initiates a landmark research project, studying 10,000 patients to assess the therapeutic value and health implications of medical ...

The Netherlands has launched a pilot phase in Breda and Tilburg, allowing coffeeshops to sell regulated cannabis alongside tolerated products, aiming to ...

FP Omni Technologies is closing down due to TSYS' actions and inactions, seeking to recover over $500 million in losses and investigate potential misconduct in ...

Effective December 31, 2023, the UFC's revised anti-doping policy, developed through years of collaboration and evaluation, will partner with agencies like ...

In Israel, cannabis is legalized for medical use, while recreational possession in small amounts is partially decriminalized, and the country leads in global ...

The study suggests that cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs) could effectively treat both generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and sleep disturbances, ...

The DEA has increased production quotas for cannabis, psilocybin, and DMT in response to growing research interest and clinical trials demonstrating their ...

Cannabis remains illegal but decriminalized for personal use in the Netherlands, with coffeeshops legally selling it under strict conditions, amidst trials ...

Over the past decade, Colorado has pioneered in legalizing cannabis, establishing an advanced regulatory framework and boosting its economy through job ...

In Fiscal 2023, Organigram achieved significant growth across various categories, maintaining top positions in milled flower, gummies, and hash, rising in the ...

In Ireland, recreational cannabis use, possession, or distribution is illegal, while access to medical cannabis is limited and regulated

The White House's expanded proclamation focuses on federal and Washington, D.C. marijuana possession offenses, excluding non-citizens unlawfully present during ...

New York officials, including Governor Hochul and Attorney General James, have closed Brooklyn's Big Chief Smoke Shop for selling unregulated marijuana without ...

Switzerland leads Europe in innovative adult-use cannabis initiatives, with six pilot projects sanctioned and three already supplying cannabis, showcasing its ...

Mint Cannabis, an Arizona-based MSO, is set to acquire MedMen's assets in two states to enhance its dispensary portfolio, pending regulatory approvals, with ...

Italian activists have launched a decriminalization initiative for personal cannabis cultivation, gaining significant early support with over 20,000 signatures ...

In 2023, the European cannabis industry faced challenges from wars, economic crises, and investment skepticism, leading to funding difficulties and declining ...

The current Ukrainian medical cannabis bill, targeting cancer and AIDS, may expand to include conditions like Alzheimer's and epilepsy, subject to ongoing ...

In Brazil, recreational cannabis is illegal with decriminalized personal use since 2006, medical cannabis is legal under strict regulations, and while ...

Rhode Island's successful entry into the cannabis market was driven by early adopter contributions, strong resident support, and effective state policies that ...

This first-of-its-kind case series, utilizing the UK Medical Cannabis Registry data, reveals that ADHD patients tolerated cannabis-based medicines well over ...

Cannabis, including for medical purposes, remains illegal in the UAE with strict penalties, although recent law amendments have eased some penalties and ...

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission's instability, marked by the suspension and resignation of top managers and the involvement of a commissioner in ...

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission plans to issue licenses on January 9 after completing the required procedures and aims to introduce medical cannabis ...

The NDPS Act of 1985 primarily governs cannabis in India, banning specific parts but permitting leaves and seeds, with state laws varying from strict bans to ...

SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals has partnered with Grünhorn to develop unique, co-branded cannabinoid pharmaceuticals for the German market, a collaboration that ...

The trial involves licensed farms supplying coffee shops with high-quality, pesticide-free cannabis, tested for THC and CBD levels, to promote informed, ...

Recent data showing increased diversity among cannabis executives and Pennsylvania's new legislation promoting fair competition suggest a future of growth, ...

The U.S. adult-use cannabis market, valued at $17 billion and active in 24 states, is expanding as more states adopt medical use laws, paralleling Europe's ...

In Scotland, cannabis is illegal and classified as a Class B drug, though medical cannabis is legal under strict regulations, and there is growing public ...

Establishing a solid legislative framework for medical cannabis in Europe could lead to pioneering research and healthcare innovations, potentially positioning ...

The Global Cannabis Report highlights a trend towards more sophisticated, organized, and international cannabis markets, driven by regulators' pragmatic ...

In Costa Rica, medical marijuana is legal under regulated conditions, but recreational use remains illegal with a complex and ambiguous legal landscape, ...

A recent proposal by The Tax Foundation suggests that nationwide legalization of marijuana in the U.S. could potentially triple current tax revenues, ...

The study reveals that in states where cannabis is illegal, residents are twice as likely to use delta-8 THC, supporting the idea that legal access to cannabis ...

In New Zealand, medical cannabis is legal under certain conditions, but recreational marijuana is illegal, with the country maintaining strict drug laws and a ...

The Ontario Cannabis Store amassed over CA$500 million by March 2023, with concerns over the lack of transparency regarding its large cash reserves and recent ...

In Switzerland, recreational cannabis is illegal but decriminalized for minor possession; medical use is legal under strict rules, and pilot programs are ...

Florida's potential legalization of adult-use cannabis is prompting existing license holders to expand retail operations, with new licenses expected to further ...

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime emphasizes the need for prioritizing public health in drug control, particularly in medicinal use, to prevent the ...

In Iceland, recreational cannabis is illegal with strict penalties for cultivation and sale, while possession of small amounts incurs fines, and medical ...

The research team utilized smartphone sensors to record participants' micro-movements and their self-reported feelings of intoxication, aiming to identify ...

The MAPS Public Benefit Corporation, part of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, submitted to the FDA a new drug application for MDMA as ...

The SEC complaint alleges that CanaFarma executives deceived investors about the company's hemp processing capabilities and misappropriated at least $4 million ...

Allegations against Tony Huang have intensified rumors of licensed cannabis businesses, like STIIIZY, diverting legal cannabis through unauthorized channels, ...

In Sweden, recreational cannabis is illegal and strictly enforced, while medical cannabis is legal but limited to specific conditions, and any cultivation, ...

Curaleaf has grown from a regional cannabis operator to a significant player on the Canadian Securities Exchange and now the TSX, showcasing its strategic ...

Industry experts and Attorney Tom Haren criticize Ohio's Senate compromise on Issue 2 for inadequately addressing key concerns like home grow bans and social ...

In Portugal, the intriguing dance of cannabis laws unfolds: personal use treads in the realm of decriminalization without crossing into legality, while medical ...

CannMenus provides unique business intelligence tools and a dispensary menu search engine for the cannabis industry, complemented by Nugget Data's advanced ...

This innovative chart, resembling a conventional periodic table, categorizes cannabis compounds into color-coded sections by type—cannabinoids, terpenes, ...

ATACH misinterprets the 2018 Farm Bill, falsely claims states' control over hemp production and sale, spreads misinformation about hemp and its regulation, and ...

Health Canada advises equal restrictions for all intoxicating cannabinoids in cannabis products, limiting edibles to 10mg THC and topicals/concentrates to ...

As of June 2021, Mexico's Supreme Court has decriminalized recreational cannabis use, while medical cannabis with low THC has been legal since 2017, and adults ...

The Rogers Park location of Zen Leaf, a Verano subsidiary, becomes the third to join Teamsters Local 777, aiming for greater success and improved care and ...

Georgia, leading the U.S. in cannabis reform, now permits pharmacies to dispense medical marijuana, making access within a 30-minute drive for 90% of its ...

In Spain, personal use and cultivation of cannabis are decriminalized in private spaces, while commercial activities are illegal, and cannabis social clubs ...

In May 2024, Lubbock citizens will vote on a pivotal cannabis reform initiative, deciding whether to decriminalize the possession of up to four ounces of ...

Canopy Growth modified its plan to hold nonvoting shares in Canopy USA, responding to Nasdaq's objections and the SEC's opposition to its financial ...

California's groundbreaking program allows local jurisdictions to apply for cannabis equity grants by December 14, aimed at providing technical support, ...

Arkansas's medical marijuana sales have surpassed $1 billion, marking a significant increase from 2019's $31.2 million and reflecting growing recognition of ...

Marijuana is illegal in Japan, with strict penalties for possession and sale, although there are loopholes for CBD and certain synthetics.

The bill aims to allow patients to grow their own medical cannabis at home, reducing costs and ensuring accessible medication, thereby empowering them to ...

Florida's new $1.3 million biennial medical marijuana license renewal fee may limit market competition and access, potentially leading to higher product prices ...

In France, recreational cannabis is illegal, with stringent regulations on its use, possession, and cultivation, although recent advancements have permitted ...

Trulieve Cannabis Corp has completed the redemption of its $130 million senior secured notes, using $136 million in cash, with the notes being delisted from ...

Chris Tholkes, the departing director of Minnesota's Office of Medical Cannabis, stated his department's limited regulatory scope to processed hemp products, ...

Germany, having legalized medical cannabis in 2017, is progressing towards decriminalizing small-scale recreational possession and cultivation, with proposals ...

Health Canada urged companies like Organigram and Aurora Cannabis to halt sales of ingestible cannabis extracts with up to 1,000 milligrams of THC per package, ...

MailOrder420 aims to enhance access to quality, legal cannabis nationwide, ensuring consumer safety and industry regulation while reducing reliance on the ...

In Italy, cannabis is legal for medical and industrial use under strict regulations, while possession of small amounts for personal use is decriminalized but ...

Governor Sununu's introduction of a 15-store cap and restrictions on lobbying and political contributions by licensees in New Hampshire's cannabis industry ...

Body and Mind Inc. (BaM), a multi-state cannabis company, released 1,030,032 shares of common stock from escrow and returned 1,650,974 shares to its treasury ...

In Thailand, marijuana's legal status is dynamic and evolving, with decriminalization of cannabis under 0.2% THC, legal medicinal use with a prescription, and ...

The USDA is revoking licenses for high-THC cannabis cultivation, impacting farmers, particularly in states without state-run hemp programs, due to unclear ...

The ongoing debates on cannabis regulation underscore the complexity faced by lawmakers in harmonizing local needs and statewide goals, with the aim of ...

In Virginia, evolving medical cannabis policies and high prices have led 90% of registered patients to acquire their medication from non-approved sources, ...

Health Canada's approval of Epidiolex provides a critically studied therapeutic option for rare and severe epilepsies like LGS, Dravet syndrome, and TSC, which ...

In Greece, while medical cannabis is legal with a prescription, recreational use is banned, personal cultivation is prohibited, and despite the legality of ...

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