The Cannigma

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Just like the prohibition years of alcohol, it used to be that cannabis could be legally consumed only behind closed doors, down dank alleys, and in dark underground speakeasies. While cannabis is swiftly gaining in popularity, public prohibitions on use have derailed efforts to “normalize” and elevate cannabis as an alcohol alternative.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

APRIL 12, 2023

Are you ready for 420, 2023? Its use in reference to cannabis has been around for decades now and was (probably) originally used by a group of high school students in California who would meet up at 4:20 in the afternoon to smoke cannabis. Let’s dispel some of the myths. This one is also easily disproved.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 5, 2023

High-Minded Events has emerged as a trailblazer in the realm of Illinois cannabis events. That was why I was thrilled to receive an invite to Higher Love , HME’s Pride Month kick-off event celebrating the intersection of the LGBTQ community and cannabis culture. To find more cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

The 2023 Oregon legislative session kicked off yesterday. For this reason, contacts I’ve spoken with in the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) and elsewhere are reticent to forecast what may happen with cannabis laws. For its part, the reinvigorated Oregon Cannabis Association (OCA) has voiced a general request of “ do no harm.”

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 16, 2023

This week CA based cannabis law academic and our education editor at Cannabis Law Report, June McLoughlin, talks about cannabis consumption lounges in CA. Where are we now with a regulated environment for public consumption spaces?

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 20, 2023

And finally, if you’re looking for a cannabis-friendly hotel in Las Vegas, there’s a new place in town to stay. Fast forward to 2023, and we’re still waiting for those regs. The three jurisdictions, known collectively as the DMV, have had very different laws as regards cannabis as long as this blog has been around.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 28, 2023

We also note that the country of Albania has legalized medical cannabis. Polling shows a majority of Floridians support legalizing adult-use cannabis, and the market could be quite large, if the initiative makes it onto the ballot and voters approve it. And finally, it’s all aboard the Cannabus!

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 2, 2023

This week, we see Minnesota legalize adult-use cannabis. And finally, farmers’ markets for cannabis are in the works in New York. Possibly… ILLINOIS The Illinois legislature passed a bill that would allow cannabis businesses to take state tax deductions. Note: on-site consumption will not be permitted.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 15, 2023

For the last few years, we have been tracking and adding an increasing number of cannabis-related events to our Events Calendar , and with more yearly and monthly events come even more variety. For example, OKAY Consumption Lounge recently added a schedule for its array of upcoming events.

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Veriheal

MARCH 2, 2024

When it comes to cannabis in Japan, the country is known for maintaining strict prohibition and regulation of cannabis-derived products. The revised legislation would permit clinical use and production of cannabis for medical CBD products, like Epidiolex , that have been approved in the U.S.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 21, 2023

This week, we start overseas, in Germany, where the government unveiled a new plan to allow some marijuana consumption. Back in the US, there are five (count ’em *five*) federal bills dealing with cannabis. GERMANY Enacting cannabis legalization is never smooth sailing, it seems. And finally, Carl’s Jr. offers a $4.20

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Veriheal

APRIL 6, 2024

Thailand’s newly elected government is looking to reverse its historic decriminalization of cannabis. The announcement comes a short 18 months after it became the first Asian country to decriminalize cannabis back in June 2022. In fact, The Thai Chamber of Commerce estimated cannabis sector would be worth 1.2 billion by 2025.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 23, 2023

This week, we start off in the South, where Alabama is having some issues with its medical cannabis licenses. Meanwhile, next door in Georgia, independent pharmacies will soon be selling cannabis oil. Heading north to New York, there’s news on the Cannabis Control Board. Then, it’s time for sports. But perhaps not for long.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

All-star basketball player Kevin Durant recently scored a historic victory for cannabis advocacy. Previous efforts by Durant had significant involvement in the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) decision to remove cannabis from its list of banned substances. He’s also a fierce cannabis advocate.

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Veriheal

APRIL 23, 2024

Cannabis use is increasing all around the world. The American marijuana industry was worth about $57 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $444 billion by 2030, a staggering growth that reflects it as the fastest-growing industry anywhere in the world.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 14, 2023

There is a persistent and common belief throughout society that using cannabis over an extended period of time (or, in some cases, even once) can lead to a decline in mental abilities and function. The results were pleasing – researchers found no significant difference in cognitive ability before and after participants consumed cannabis.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) requires anyone applying for a retail dispensary or on-site consumption license to submit a notice of their intention to apply to the municipality (or community board in New York City ) at least 30 days prior to submitting the application.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The Department of Health and Human Services released documents related to rescheduling cannabis. And finally, if you’re planning a wedding, you have a cannabis option. Suppose that rather than attempt federal legalization, the way to legalize cannabis was to let the states do it, without federal interference?

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Veriheal

JANUARY 3, 2024

In a significant step toward reevaluating drug use among athletes, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced the removal of cannabis from its banned substances list. 28, 2023. “UFC Anti-Doping Agency – have called for widespread policy reform and restructuring of global cannabis policy in sports. And they’re not alone.

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 15, 2023

Hashish is a crude product made up of compacted sticky resin glands of the cannabis plant. The popularity of hashish has been diminished by the availability of cannabis concentrates. Contemporary Routes of Cannabis Consumption: A Primer for Clinicians. What is “hashish”? Special Report | February 2018.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 23, 2023

Germany takes long-expected step to drive forward the adult-use cannabis market in Europe, the global export market adjusts to developing domestic agendas, and the UK has a choice to make.

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Veriheal

MARCH 20, 2024

Rebecca Marroquin’s Pure Elevations Spa and Garden aims to bring the soothing power of topical cannabis to the massage world, breaking ground in Denver, Colorado. She further explained that she hopes to disprove stereotypes and false notions of cannabis use: “I’m trying to get rid of the stigma around marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 27, 2023

Business of Cannabis. Last week the Italian government tabled proposals aiming to regulate the nation’s booming ‘cannabis light’ industry.

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TheAnswerPage

MARCH 21, 2023

Have human studies evaluated the effects of cannabinoid consumption on cortisol levels? Yes – Human studies have demonstrated that the consumption of cannabinoids modulate cortisol release. Acutely, the consumption of cannabis (or THC) by naive or infrequent cannabis users may increase the secretion of cortisol.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Tentative Agenda BOP Update Tax-Related Updates (Revenue Division) New State Regulations Cannabis Events/Onsite Consumption Security Rebates BOP Reminders (Renewal Period, BOP Extension, Business Information Change and Other Forms, Payments, etc.) We imagine there will be a lot of people with a lot to say!

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Veriheal

JANUARY 12, 2024

The UFC takes steps toward smashing the stigma, Colorado celebrates a decade of adult-use cannabis, and secret shoppers help keep Oklahoma’s medical market accountable. Here’s what you missed this week in cannabis and psychedelic news. Which pro-sport will be the next to move towards being pro-cannabis and destigmatization?

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Although nicotine vaping is now more prevalent than ever, it’s still a less popular option than another key substance–cannabis. The most recent Gallup poll results on marijuana found that 17% of Americans smoke cannabis, up from just 7% a decade ago.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 15, 2023

Well, the big Cannabis Control Board (CCB) meeting happened on May 11, 2023, and it was as action packed as advertised. Here are the key takeaways: The revised adult use rules were released As expected, the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) posted the revised adult-use rules and regulations on its website on May 10, 2023.

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 16, 2023

Dabs, wax and butane honey oil are all highly concentrated cannabis extracts of THC. Because these THC products are quite highly concentrated, the consumption of only a very small amount may produce a significant effect. Contemporary Routes of Cannabis Consumption: A Primer for Clinicians.

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Veriheal

JUNE 10, 2022

passed a bill that protects workers’ cannabis consumption rights, Illinois updated its discriminatory cannabis criminal justice law, and a 5th grader brought cannabis-infused gummies to school. Bill Aims to Secure Workers’ Cannabis Consumption Rights. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This week, we start off in Nevada, where a judge determined that marijuana should no longer appear on the state’s Schedule I, and where a lot of people would like to open cannabis lounges. Then we travel to Mississippi, where medical marijuana sales will begin in January 2023. NEVADA RESCHEDULING. MISSISSIPPI.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 1, 2021

58,000 Cannabis Convictions Will Be Dismissed in LA County. .” 58,000 Cannabis Convictions Will Be Dismissed in LA County. It clears the path for them to find jobs, housing, and other services that previously were denied to them because of unjust cannabis laws,” said District Attorney George Gascón.

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 23, 2023

” Describe this method of consumption. Basically, with dabbing, a cannabis concentrate is applied to a hot platform and the cannabinoids are volatilized. This nail is heated, often with a blow torch, and after the nail is hot, a small amount of cannabis concentrate is applied. Vaporization of the cannabinoids is immediate.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

OKAY Cannabis Wheeling is located at 781 North Milwaukee Ave. The retail store opened in February 2023 and serves recreational consumers. For live menus, visit here , or check our Dispensary Directory for more information about OKAY Cannabis Wheeling. OKAY Cannabis has another retail store open, OKAY Cannabis Chicago West Town.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Way back in Spring of 2021, we ran a series on the New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, which legalized adult-use cannabis in New York and established the framework for adult-use cannabis licensing. Retail Dispensaries and On-Site Consumption Licenses. Distribution Licenses. Microbusiness Licenses.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 30, 2023

High-Minded Events is scheduled to host the 2023 “ Higher Love – Pride Month Kick Off” Thursday, June 1. Cooper believes if High-Minded Events creates experiences that are approachable, safe, elegant, and informative that more people can be responsibly introduce to cannabis and ultimately broaden the consumer base.

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 14, 2023

Contemporary Routes of Cannabis Consumption: A Primer for Clinicians. ) When ingesting marijuana via a vaporizer, the consumer absorbs up to 33% of the total cannabinoids present in the herbal mixture. When smoking, an individual typically absorbs about 25% of the cannabinoids present in herbal mixture. 118, 67-70.

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