October, 2022

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Millions of Americans to Cast Votes for Marijuana Legalization on Election Day

NORML

“Between local and state efforts, these initiatives will affect over 18 million Americans.” . The post Millions of Americans to Cast Votes for Marijuana Legalization on Election Day appeared first on NORML.

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CBD for Pain: What Does the Science Say?

Project CBD

A new book by three distinguished scientists reviews the current status of CBD as a treatment for acute and chronic illness.

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No, your kid’s Halloween candy hasn’t been tainted with THC

Leafly

The US just can't kick its fear of tainted Halloween candy. Leafly spoke with experts to find out why the myth endures and how to debunk it. The post No, your kid’s Halloween candy hasn’t been tainted with THC appeared first on Leafly.

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Recipe: How to make cannabis-infused caramels

Leafly

The leaves are browning, temperatures are dropping, and nothing suits a cozy night in than infused caramels. Here's how to make them. The post Recipe: How to make cannabis-infused caramels appeared first on Leafly.

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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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The nose knows: how to identify common scents from terpenes

The Cannigma

If you’re new to cannabis, you may think that all weed smells the same. But once you’ve spent some time with the plant, the nuances and complexities appear. Different strains have aromas of lemon, pepper, and even gasoline. These odors are thanks to terpenes, chemical compounds that contribute to both the smell and taste of cannabis, and perhaps certain effects of different strains as well.

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NORML Op-Ed: Cannabis Must Be Removed From the Controlled Substances Act

NORML

"The only productive outcome would be for the administration or for Congress to move expeditiously to deschedule cannabis. providing states the power to establish their own marijuana policies free from federal intrusion.". The post NORML Op-Ed: Cannabis Must Be Removed From the Controlled Substances Act appeared first on NORML.

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Full Spectrum Brain Boost

Project CBD

The neuroprotective properties of CBD and other cannabis components.

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Portugal: Home Grown Cannabis: personal consumption or trafficking?

Cannabis Law Report

Home Grown Cannabis: personal consumption or trafficking? A man has been convicted in Portugal for minor drug trafficking after cultivating and possessing cannabis plants which were being consumed by his wife, who was ill. The Évora Court of Appeal decided that cultivating and possessing cannabis is trafficking when the substance is not being consumed by […].

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New Cookies store lights up downtown NYC [Photo gallery]

Leafly

Cannabis influencers and celebrities came to celebrate the New York Cookies store grand opening in Manhattan. Here are the unforgettable images from the historic weekend. The post New Cookies store lights up downtown NYC [Photo gallery] appeared first on Leafly.

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What is a revegged cannabis plant and why you should try it

The Cannigma

Revegging, or simply reveg, is exactly what it sounds; it is the process of reverting a cannabis plant that is already flowering back into its vegetative life cycle. The cannabis plant has four primary lifecycle stages: germination, seedling, vegetative, and flowering. These stages are characterized by growth and development and determined by a combination of genetics, nutrients, and environmental factors.

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Four methods to Clean Your Glass Pipe to Perfection

Veriheal

Glass is one of the most commonly utilized materials in smoking apparatuses for cannabis. For this reason, many people have been left asking themselves, how do you clean your glass pipe? In this article, we will look at the importance of keeping your glass clean, tips on how to do just that, and tried and true methods for cleaning your goopy ganja glass.

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Urgent Action Needed for Marijuana Legalization

NORML

This election may be the most critical one yet in our fight to end marijuana prohibition. The post Urgent Action Needed for Marijuana Legalization appeared first on NORML.

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Cacao, a Traditional Plant Medicine for Modern Times

Project CBD

Scientists are investigating the health benefits of the ‘food of the gods.

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Debunking Cannabis Halloween Myths

Cannabis Life Network

Another Halloween requires another debunking of cannabis Halloween myths. Particularly the myth that people are handing out cannabis edibles to your children. British Columbia‘s Minister of Public Safety, Mike Farnworth, told parents to look out for legal and illegal edible products. Even though legal products are capped at 10mg and come in child-resistant packaging, Farnworth said, “legal cannabis products can still be attractive to children.” How?

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Congress will move on legalization after election, Sen. Chuck Schumer says

Leafly

SAFE Banking plus expungements planned for the lame duck. The post Congress will move on legalization after election, Sen. Chuck Schumer says appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis laws in Bosnia & Herzegovina

The Cannigma

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal. Cannabis is illegal for medical and recreational use in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In recent years lawmakers and patients have called for the legalization of medical marijuana, but so far no progress has been reached. Cultivation of industrial hemp by licensed farmers is legal for fibers, animal feed, and hemp seed production, as long as the plants have 0.2% THC or less.

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After five drug related arrests, Iowa attorney faces disciplinary action

Cannabis Law Report

The Iowa Capital Dispatch reports After five drug arrests in a little more than a year, an Iowa lawyer is facing a possible 18-month suspension of his law license. Wesley Alan Johnson, who was admitted to the Iowa bar in 2008, has practiced in Boone County, primarily in the areas of family law, juvenile law, […].

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Poll: Legalizing Marijuana Enjoys Bipartisan Support Among the Public

NORML

“Personal experience with cannabis is a relatively surefire cure for ‘reefer madness,'” NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano said. “As greater percentages of adults continue to become familiar with marijuana for either therapeutic purposes or for their own personal use, expect to see public support in favor of its legalization rise even higher.". The post Poll: Legalizing Marijuana Enjoys Bipartisan Support Among the Public appeared first on NORML.

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Is Cannabis Performance-Enhancing for Athletes?

Project CBD

The World Anti-Doping Agency continues to ban THC even though it’s not a performance enhancing drug.

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Washington Cannabis: Beware “Pay to Play” Arrangements

Canna Law Blog

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“WSLCB”) published an industry update on October 25 detailing a recent increase in complaints by cannabis producers and processors of “pay to play” terms. Apparently, some cannabis producers and processors have been paying retailers to acquire shelf space for their cannabis products. These arrangements have become prominent enough that some retailers are asking processors to pay for shelf space as if it is common practice.

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No you can’t buy weed at Cookies’ New York store, yet [FAQs]

Leafly

San Francisco’s staple cannabis brand is debuting a new store in NYC this weekend. Here’s what you need to know about the Herald Square Cookies store’s grand opening. The post No you can’t buy weed at Cookies’ New York store, yet [FAQs] appeared first on Leafly.

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What’s the deal with cannabis consumption lounges?

The Cannigma

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. But the next wave in hospitality is coming.

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Medical Marijuana Market Expected to Grow to $40 Billion by 2028

MedicalJane

A new report published by The Insight Partners shows that the global medical marijuana market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19.2% during the forecast period (2022–2028), reaching a value of $40 billion by 2028. The global medical marijuana market size was valued at just $11.70 billion in 2021. The increasing approvals of medical marijuana products and rising acceptance of the medicinal use of marijuana are among the key drivers for this market growth.

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NORML Op-Ed: POTUS’ Marijuana Pardons Are a Big Deal Politically — Here’s Why

NORML

President Biden’s foray into the arena of marijuana reform legitimizes legalization as a subject worthy of consideration — and action — by those at the highest levels of government. Further, it is a recognition — by the president of the United States, no less — that America’s nearly 100-year experiment with cannabis criminalization has been an abject failure.

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Cannabis in New York

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis in New York City is now legal. New York State legalized cannabis this past week, but the city that never sleeps has people excited. Some estimate the NYC cannabis industry is worth $4.2 billion, making it one of the largest cannabis markets in the world. Details of NYC Legalization New Yorkers can now possess up to three ounces of cannabis for recreational purposes.

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Marijuana to be Sold in Florida Gas Stations Thanks to Unique Partnership

CannaMD

Buying marijuana in Florida is about to get more convenient. Green Thumb Industries has announced that it will soon be partnering with major convenience store retailer Circle K to bring cannabis to select gas stations in the state. Today, CannaMD covers the breaking news and discusses what it might mean for the future of medical […].

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Berner is among music’s wealthiest artists—and it’s thanks to legal weed

Leafly

How did an indie rapper from The Bay find himself among Hip Hop’s cash kings, like JAY-Z and Dr. Dre? Legal cannabis, and a whole lot of hustle. The post Berner is among music’s wealthiest artists—and it’s thanks to legal weed appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia

The Cannigma

Medical: legal, but limited Recreational: decriminalized. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Slovenia but possessing small amounts of cannabis for personal use is not considered a criminal offense. Medical marijuana is not technically legal, but cannabinoid-based medications are. Cannabis in Slovenia. Cannabis is the most popular illicit drug in Slovenia, with an estimated 10% of the young adult population partaking, and the country has fairly progressive cannabis laws.

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A Peek at German Marijuana Legalization

Canna Law Blog

Some of the details of German marijuana legalization were given over to the German press last week. Yesterday though, the government’s plan for German marijuana legalization was approved by the Federal Cabinet. We’ve blogged about Germany’s steady progress to legalization a few times now (see here and here ), and it appears that the Germans are staying true to their promise of implementing legalization in the near future.

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Poll: Two-Thirds of Voters Say “Nobody Should Be in Jail” for Marijuana Possession

NORML

Seventy-eight percent of Democrats, as well as 70 percent of Independents and 54 percent of Republicans, say that no one should be incarcerated for possessing cannabis. The post Poll: Two-Thirds of Voters Say “Nobody Should Be in Jail” for Marijuana Possession appeared first on NORML.

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