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NORML Op-Ed: Ending Cannabis Bigotry Is Long Overdue

NORML

After a century of failed policies and canna-bigotry, Americans are ready to move in a different direction — one that legalizes, regulates, and educates. The post NORML Op-Ed: Ending Cannabis Bigotry Is Long Overdue appeared first on NORML.

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Finding Rare Cannabinoids in Non-Cannabis Plants

Project CBD

Special glands protruding from cannabis flowers express a series of unique molecules. Cannabinoids, as they are known, exist in cannabis. But it turns out that identical molecules are present in non-cannabis plants, as well. Researchers from Israel’s Weizmann Institute recently reported that they found cannabigerolic acid (CBGA) and other rare cannabinoids in Helichrysum umbraculigerum, a perennial shrub informally known as the woolly umbrella. 1 A South African Botanical Ferdinand Bohlmann and

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Fact or Fiction – Does Marijuana Increase Your Metabolism

The Fresh Toast

Fact or Fiction – Does Marijuana Increase Your Metabolism TFT asks the question: does marijuana make you gain weight or increase your metabolism to help shed pounds? Let's find out. The post Fact or Fiction – Does Marijuana Increase Your Metabolism appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Federal judge dismisses class action over ‘implausible’ cannabis fines in Humboldt County CA

Cannabis Law Report

Via Courthouse News Landowners in Humboldt County aggrieved by the county’s harsh fines for code violations — some related to illegal cannabis grows — saw their class action tossed by a federal judge without leave to amend.

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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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Science Says Medical Marijuana Improves Quality Of Life

The Fresh Toast

Science Says Medical Marijuana Improves Quality Of Life Summer is finally (almost) here, providing good weather and the chance to spend more time outdoors. Here's how CBD can make a difference. The post Science Says Medical Marijuana Improves Quality Of Life appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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New Mexico Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Using Alcohol Roadside Sobriety Tests to Test Cannabis Impairment

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur The New Mexico Supreme Court heard arguments this week about whether roadside alcohol impairment testing can be used by law enforcement officers to check for evidence of cannabis impairment. Full story after the jump.

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Doctors Get New Clinical Guidelines for Managing Chronic Pain With Cannabis, Courtesy of Canadian Researchers

Veriheal

Chronic pain —a condition that affects 50.2 million people in the U.S. annually — is one of the most common reasons why medical marijuana is sought out by patients in the United States, Canada, and beyond. Nonetheless, guidelines pertaining to the use of cannabis-based treatments for chronic pain relief have been somewhat hazy…up until now. New guidelines for cannabis in chronic pain were recently published by a group of Canadian researchers.

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Oregon Cannabis: How Many Retailers Will Close Due to Gov. Kotek’s New Tax Compliance Missive?

Canna Law Blog

As reported by Sophie Peel of the Willamette Week, on May 16, Governor Kotek issued a directive to the OLCC to make state tax compliance a requirement for the agency to issue or renew cannabis retail licenses. This new tax policy is a direct result of the political fallout from the La Mota scandal , which led to the resignation of the Secretary of State, Shemia Fagan.

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Quit Smoking for Good With CBD: Study Finds Cannabinoid Reduces Nicotine Cravings

Veriheal

In the ongoing battle against tobacco addiction, millions worldwide struggle to quit smoking and break free from the chains of nicotine dependence. Researchers have turned to a surprising ally in this fight in recent years: cannabidiol , or CBD. Known for its numerous health benefits and non-intoxicating properties, CBD has emerged as a potential aid for quitting smoking.

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Review: Shutter Speed Disposable Vape by Daze Off

Illinois News Joint

A couple of years ago, it was easy to stay on top of the Illinois cannabis market. There were a handful of cultivators, labels, and products to choose from. But as the market has evolved, it’s become increasingly difficult to keep up. One of the most efficient ways to stay informed is to talk to as many budtenders as possible. They’re on the front lines of the cannabis industry constantly learning about new products and brands.

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Ten Reasons to Ignore the FDA and Try CBD

Cannabis Life Network

There are at least ten reasons to ignore the FDA and try CBD. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published a study this week suggesting that long-term use of CBD leads to liver toxicity and reproductive issues in males and females. They used animal studies to support their conclusions. But what about studies done on human beings showing CBD’s benefits?

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Utah: Neuropsychologist & Psychedelic Therapist , Parth Gandhi, kills himself and son in murder-suicide

Cannabis Law Report

Law & Crime reports A doctor specializing in psychedelics murdered his own son and killed himself amid a lengthy and contentious custody dispute, authorities say. Cops in Salt Lake City, Utah, identified the suspect as Parth Gandhi, 49. Family friends named the victim as Om Moses Gandhi, 16.

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Cannabis laws in Nepal

The Cannigma

Medical: limited Recreational: illegal Cannabis has been deeply intertwined with Nepal’s history and culture for centuries. In fact, the plant has played a significant role in religious and spiritual practices, particularly in Hindu rituals. Traditionally, the consumption of cannabis in the form of bhang, a cannabis-infused beverage, was considered sacred and widely accepted in India and surrounding countries. 1 However, with the advent of global drug control treaties in the 20th century,

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IS THE DEA ABOUT TO ISSUE A RULE ABOUT DELTA-8 THC AND OTHER HEMP DERIVATIVES?

Cannabis Law Report

On May 4, 2023, during its annual Supply Chain Conference, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced that it is “in the process of modifying [its regulations]” on cannabis constituents based on recommendations from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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Home grow marijuana could be legal in Minnesota August 1

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

They call it “the Immaculate Conception.” Backers of legalizing recreational marijuana often use that miraculous reference when asked how Minnesotans.

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DEA Official Says New Rules Are Coming For Synthetic Cannabinoids, Including CBD And Delta-8 THC

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment reports The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will soon be proposing new rules to clarify that synthetically manufactured cannabinoids like delta-8 THC are prohibited controlled substances.

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Cigarettes, dagga, knife seized at Pretoria CBD schools

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Pretoria – Several rolls of dagga, cigarettes, knives and scissors were seized from learners when the police in Pretoria Central, Read More

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Death Cannabis In Death Valley…Ten thousand marijuana plants and a highly toxic pesticide were found at an illegal growing site

Cannabis Law Report

Red Bluff Daily reports Ten thousand marijuana plants and a highly toxic pesticide were found at an illegal growing site in Death Valley, park officials said. The site was discovered last month during a flyover of Jail Canyon, at the park’s lightly traveled west edge, a National Park Service release said.

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Prominent vacant lot in Ballarat CBD hits the market

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Agents Westside Realty Group are marketing the commercial development site as "ideal for mixed use occupation" and a chance to.

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Cook Islands may start medicinal cannabis imports next month

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabiz Australia reports Cook Islanders could have access to imported medicinal cannabis products as early as next month and certainly before the end of the year according to the country’s health secretary Bob Williams.

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Wismar man busted with marijuana at roadblock – News Room Guyana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Twenty-nine-year-old Kester Gikes was nabbed by the Police on Tuesday outside the Sherima police station with 1019 grams of marijuana.

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Here Comes Another Coalition – Financial Stability for California Cannabis (FSCC)

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur reports A cohort of cannabis industry operators on Tuesday announced a coalition that seeks to raise awareness and offer solutions to severe credit issues that threaten the industry’s stability.

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Gauteng Police Arrest 5 Men for Producing Fake Home Affairs Documents in Johannesburg CBD Flat

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Gauteng police have arrested five members of a fraudulent Home Affairs document syndicate in Johannesburg CDB The men were caught.

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UK : House of Commons Library – Research Briefing – Debate on access to psilocybin treatments – Published Thursday, 18 May, 2023

Cannabis Law Report

A debate has been scheduled for 18 May on access to psilocybin treatments. The subject for the debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee, and the debate will be opened by Charlotte Nichols MP, Crispin Blunt MP and Ronnie Cowan MP.

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Medical Marijuana, Employees Who Drive and the Risk of a DUI?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Since the passage of The Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act (MMA), a top question of employers has been—what do we do.

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Armenia: Draft concerning amendments being proposed to the law on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is not endorsed at the committee sitting

Cannabis Law Report

17.05.2023 Draft concerning amendments being proposed to the law on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is not endorsed at the committee sitting 1 / 3 At May 17sitting of the Standing Committee on Economic Affairs, legislative initiatives were debated in the second reading.

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Rotorua crime: Police, council, set goal to halve CBD violent offending, antisocial behaviour

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Rotorua area commander Inspector Herby Ngawhika. Photo / Laura Smith Police and the council have set a goal to halve.

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SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS ENDS ARRESTS FOR PSILOCYBIN MUSHROOMS

Cannabis Law Report

Salem just became the sixth Massachusetts city to end arrests for psilocybin mushrooms, a psychedelic the FDA has classified a “breakthrough therapy” for depression after 9-0 city council vote in support. The grassroots group behind the years-long campaign, Bay Staters for Natural Medicine, has partnered with Somerville, Cambridge, Northampton, Easthampton, and Amherst to pass similar measures.

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P10 milyong marijuana destroyed in Kalinga

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Fully grown marijuana plants with an estimated value of P10 million went up in smoke in.

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USA: Psychedelic churches in Phoenix record court wins over legal status

Cannabis Law Report

The Phoenix New Times reports Three years after law enforcement agents raided the home of Clay Villanueva — a Phoenix pastor steeped in the psychoactive brew known as ayahuasca — his lawsuit against the Drug Enforcement Administration has been greenlit for trial.