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Science: Cannabis Does Not Make You Lazy After All

The Fresh Toast

This goes against the theory that cannabis use reduces dopamine production resulting in lower motivation and, ultimately, inability to achieve life goals. . Continue reading Science: Cannabis Does Not Make You Lazy After All at The Fresh Toast.

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Another Study Links Vitamin E Additive to Lung Illness

NORML

Data published today in the weekly publication of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides further evidence that the presence of vitamin E acetate (oil) in illicit market, e-liquid vape products is likely associated with EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury). Minnesota investigators identified the presence of the oil additive in 24 of the products used by 11 patients with the lung disease.

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The FDA is worried about CBD. Should you be concerned?

Leafly

Officials say CBD "has the potential to harm you." Here's what they're worried about, and how it relates to over-the-counter products. The post The FDA is worried about CBD. Should you be concerned? appeared first on Leafly.

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PSA: Fake Shatter Explained – Silica, Pine Resin, or Gum Arabic

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis concentrates have been given a shady title as of recently. News is going around this sappy amber-glass substance is not all it seems. Many have found a product that breaks up and looks an awful lot like the sap of a tree that is known as colophony gum, or more simply, pine resin. CLN […]. The post PSA: Fake Shatter Explained – Silica, Pine Resin, or Gum Arabic appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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What to look for in CBD reviews

Leafly

CBD Lion has a host of rave reviews that give new customers insight on the quality and reliability of their CBD products. The post What to look for in CBD reviews appeared first on Leafly.

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Black Friday

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Black Friday. Cannabis fans, Black Friday is going to be lit up with all sorts of new products. But what else would you expect from the Budtenders at Kind Meds? Come on in this Friday (11/29) and take your pick at 20% off on all of our products. *Excluding any other discounts or special offers. You read that right. 20% off on tinctures, topicals, flower, concentrates, edibles, pre-rolls and more.

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CLE and Webinar: Cannabis in the U.S. and Abroad, December 4th!

Canna Law Blog

On December 4, 2019, at 12:30 PM, Harris Bricken attorney Daniel Shortt and Cascadia Intellectual Property attorney Krista Wittman will be presenting at a seminar put on by the Washington State Bar Association’s International Practice Section titled “ U.S. and International Aspects of Cannabis Laws and Legal Practice.” Additional information on the event is available below and on the International Practice Section page.

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Kight on Cannabis: THE USDA HEMP RULE IS FLAWED- HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN DO

Cannabis Law Report

The USDA’s release of its interim final rule (Rule) regarding hemp production is flawed. The comment period is open through December 30, 2019. I strongly encourage you to comment online, which you can do by clicking here. We at Kight on Cannabis have written extensively about the Rule. You can read our articles by clicking here , here , here , here, and here.

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TSX reviewing CannTrust listing due to failure to file financial statements

Cannabis Life Network

VAUGHAN, Ont. — Troubled cannabis company CannTrust Holdings Inc. says the Toronto Stock Exchange is reviewing the company’s eligibility for continued listing on the exchange. The company, which has been under fire since it disclosed in July that Health Canada had discovered illicit cultivation in unlicensed rooms at its Pelham, Ont., greenhouse, says the TSX […].

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Texas, Hemp Could Cause Christmas Tree Shortage

Cannabis Law Report

We know cannabis and hemp can be blamed for the cause of most of humanity’s ills. Can it be true that even the innocent Christmas tree has suffered at the hands of hemp! CBS DFW (Texas) relates the bad news… North Texans are starting to think about purchasing that Christmas tree, but those who sell them advise prospective buyers not to think about it too long.

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Aurora Cannabis Opens Experiential Flagship Store in North America’s Largest Mall

Cannabis Life Network

11,000 Square Foot Retail Destination and Global Centre for Cannabis Education, Discovery and Community Engagement TSX | NYSE: ACB EDMONTON, Nov. 27, 2019 /CNW/ – Aurora Cannabis Inc. (“Aurora”) (NYSE | TSX: ACB), the Canadian company defining the future of cannabis worldwide, today announced the grand opening of its flagship retail store at 10:00 a.m.

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BCC : Tuesday, December 10, 2019 | 10 a.m. Subcommittee on Public Health and Youth / Sacramento

Cannabis Law Report

SACRAMENTO – The Bureau of Cannabis Control (Bureau) announced today that the Cannabis Advisory Committee will hold a subcommittee meeting on Tuesday, December 10 and a full committee meeting on Wednesday, December 11 at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West. Meeting Notices and Agendas for these meetings have been posted to the Bureau’s website and may be found at the following link: [link].

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Canopy Growth Outlines “Cannabis 2.0” Portfolio

Cannabis Life Network

SMITHS FALLS, ON, Nov. 27, 2019 /CNW/ – On November 28th, 2019, Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX: WEED) (NYSE: CGC) will officially unveil its new portfolio of Cannabis 2.0 products, including its Distilled Cannabis™ concept, chocolates, vape cartridges and vape pens at a media launch event in Toronto, Ontario. “With the coming of […].

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Article: General Counsel Share Why Cannabis M&A Deals Are Having Trouble

Cannabis Law Report

Law.com hear from a number of GC on the Cannabis M&A environment in the US. They write, “Experts in the field discuss the underlying causes of recent mergers and acquisitions in the cannabis space either being changed significantly or abandoned entirely.” They report. Many mergers and acquisitions in the cannabis space this year have either been changed significantly or abandoned entirely.

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Flower Event

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Monday Only – 20% off on all flower… Stop by Kind Meds between 10 am and noon this Monday to save 20% on all flower in-store. *Excluding any other discounts or special offers. Only available in store: Monday between 10 am and noon.

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The Complete Guide to Medical Marijuana for Seniors

Ezra Parzybok

The human body is prone to many diseases and weakness as it ages. Age-related concerns can be extremely difficult and painful. Even carrying out the most trivial of activities can induce physical or mental agony. Undoubtedly this period of life is impossible to dodge, though there are several steps that you can take to save yourself some solace through this sensitive phase.

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Hoban Adds New CA Attorney To Team

Cannabis Law Report

Brandon Dorsky, Esq., is a passionate attorney with extensive experience representing a diverse portfolio of clients within the cannabis and hemp industries. Brandon began his career practicing in intellectual property litigation before focusing his lens and services on the cannabis industry in 2009. Primarily focused on intellectual property issues within the field, Brandon has pioneered and influenced IP management and counterfeit prevention strategies for cannabis-focused entities and individ

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

Compare the analgesic effects of THC to codeine’s analgesic effects. The analgesic effectiveness of cannabinoids is comparable to that of the weak opioids.20 mg of THC is equianalgesic to about 120 mg of codeine. See Answer. See Answer.

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Forbes Article: Marijuana Seminars Promising To Teach Entrepreneurs How To Get Rich Mostly A Scam

Cannabis Law Report

This article is worth a read in full. Here’s the introduction. A recent report from CBS News finds that there are some fly by night cannabis seminars out there promising their pupils the inside scoop on how to make millions in the cannabis trade. They are more than willing to share their secrets with the public, as long as they cough up a substantial chunk of change in return.

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Everything You Need to Know About Running a Cannabis Dispensary in Nevada

Connor & Connor PLLC

The cannabis industry is growing rapidly – literally! Across the country, retail stores and medical dispensaries are seeing large revenues, despite the even larger burden of regulations and the persistent federal prohibition of the practice. However, despite the federal prohibition roadblock, 33 states have legalized medical marijuana and 11 have voted to legalize marijuana for recreational use as well.

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Joe, King of The Flip Flops

Cannabis Law Report

The NY Post follows Biden’s cannabis conundrum week. Presidential hopeful Joe Biden once again addressed his stance on the effects of marijuana — reportedly clarifying to reporters on Monday that he doesn’t think it’s a “gateway drug.”. “I don’t think it is a gateway drug,” Biden said on a conference call, according to CBS News. “There’s no evidence I’ve seen to suggest that.”.

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Sex and Cannabis

Project CBD

From suppositories and lubes to massage oils and vape pens, there’s no shortage of cannabis products on the market that supposedly increase libido. But what do we actually know about the relationship between cannabis and sex?

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BCC Sends Warning Letters To Landlords of Illegal Cannabis Businesses

Cannabis Law Report

The Press Release. Author: Bureau of Cannabis Control. Published: Nov 26, 2019. Sacramento, California. media_20191126. Those looking to get in touch with the Bureau of Cannabis Control may contact us directly through email at bcc@dca.ca.gov.

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Folium Biosciences Launches “Truth in Hemp(TM)”

Cannabis Law Report

Have Folium had a Saul on the road to Damascus moment, if only. Here’s the opening gambit. As Folium launches “Truth in Hemp ,” the need for safe, high quality, truthful Cannabinoid products has never been greater for the public. Then in case or re-education isn’t complete we also get a self reaffirmation of their self declared credentials, “Folium has and will continue to be the source of truth in the industry through. our actions and investments and not simply wo

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Oregon: Cura begins to unravel, prior president tells media “Yes…I left because … you’re an idiot who has no life.”

Cannabis Law Report

Oh dear things aren’t going well at Cura. Retired president Nick Sarnicola is embroiled with the courts over a former company, ViSalus alleged to be essentially a”pyramid scheme.” Current Cura CEO Cameron Forni, is the son of Oregon hotel executive. Forni, who now lives in Nevada, once worked as an apprentice at ViSalus and is a longtime associate of Sarnicola and other ViSalus executives.

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Licensing Issues Crippling Businesses Waiting For Audit Process To Be Managed

Cannabis Law Report

The audit is the latest cause for stakeholder frustration – and could even lead to many businesses quitting the L.A. market altogether, several insiders said. That’s because prospective business owners may not be able to afford to wait, or they may decide the return on investment doesn’t add up. Read the full report. Hopeful L.A. cannabis market entrants bleed money as they wait again – this time for licensing audit.

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Toronto Stock Exchange Will De-List CannTrust If Financial Statements Not In Order By March 25, 2020.

Cannabis Law Report

A review will be conducted on the company’s eligibility for continued listing on the stock exchange, CannTrust disclosed to MJ Biz.com this week. The review is a result of CannTrust being late in satisfying certain disclosure requirements, particularly: Restated audited financial statements for the year ended Dec. 31, 2018. Restated interim financial statements for the first quarter of 2019.

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Daniel Kruse elected to head European association

Cannabis Law Report

European hemp pioneer Daniel Kruse has been elected President of the European Industrial Hemp Association (EIHA). A 26-year veteran of the industry, he is founder and CEO of Hempro International GmbH & Co. KG and HempConsult GmbH , two of Europe’s leading hemp companies. The report goes on to say……… Kruse, elected during the 27th General Meeting of the EIHA Friday, Nov. 22, replaces Mark Reinders, CEO at Holland-based HempFlax, who served as EIHA president for five ye

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Boston Mayor Approves Changes To Cannabis Business Review Process

Cannabis Law Report

Marty Walsh signed off on an ordinance Tuesday, designed to install an independent Cannabis Board. Marijuana Equity Ordinance. 50% of Boston’s licenses will now go to companies from communities affected by the war on drugs, and the ordinance also creates a fund dedicated to supporting minority-owned cannabis companies. The Mayor has reached agreements with 14 marijuana businesses proposing to open in Boston.

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Canopy Growth Outlines “Cannabis 2.0” Portfolio

Cannabis Law Report

Canopy Growth Outlines “Cannabis 2.0” Portfolio. . NEWS PROVIDED BY. Canopy Growth Corporation . Nov 27, 2019, 07:30 ET. SMITHS FALLS, ON , Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ – On November 28 th , 2019, Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX: WEED) (NYSE: CGC ) will officially unveil its new portfolio of Cannabis 2.0 products, including its Distilled Cannabis concept, chocolates, vape cartridges and vape pens at a media lau

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