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Cannabis & Schizophrenia: A Conspiracy of Causality

Project CBD

Does cannabis use cause psychosis or does latent psychosis drive cannabis use?

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What Are Synthetic Cannabinoids (SCBs)? The Potential Benefits and Dangers

Leafwell

The Basics: What Are Synthetic Cannabinoids (SCBs)? Synthetic cannabinoids are a class of man-made molecules that bind to the same receptors in our bodies (CB1 and CB2 receptors) as natural cannabinoids. Synthetic cannabinoids are commonly referred to as SCBs. Many SCBs were made with the intention of replicating the chemical structure and effects of THC and CBD.

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Study Finds Healthcare Providers Need More Education On Cannabis

MedicalJane

As more and more states legalize cannabis use, the demand for medical cannabis products and cannabinoid-based therapies continues to grow. Unfortunately, the knowledge and application of these therapies by American healthcare providers is underwhelming. A newly published article in the Epilepsy & Behavior Journal highlights the findings of researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham after surveying healthcare providers on their attitudes and knowledge about cannabis, and has con

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Tell Biden: We Demand a Pro-Marijuana Reform Attorney General

NORML

As America prepares for a shift in leadership, the incoming Administration's pick for Attorney General will likely be one of the most consequential signals as to how the Biden-Harris Presidency will address marijuana policy reform. So we’re sending President-elect Joe Biden a letter demanding a reform-minded AG and we want you to be a co-signer. The post Tell Biden: We Demand a Pro-Marijuana Reform Attorney General appeared first on NORML.

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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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America’s longest-held cannabis captive Richard DeLisi will be set free in December

Leafly

Richard DeLisi was sentenced to 98 years in prison for marijuana trafficking in Florida. He'll be freed early in December 2020. The post America’s longest-held cannabis captive Richard DeLisi will be set free in December appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis & Schizophrenia: A Conspiracy of Causality

Project CBD

Does cannabis use cause psychosis or does latent psychosis drive cannabis use?

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Virginia: Legislation to Bar Police from Using Marijuana Odor to Stop or Search Takes Effect Early 2021

NORML

This is another victory for commonsense marijuana law reform in Virginia. The post Virginia: Legislation to Bar Police from Using Marijuana Odor to Stop or Search Takes Effect Early 2021 appeared first on NORML.

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7 celebrities invested in the cannabis industry

Leafly

Celebrities have a little extra green, which is a big help when entering the Green Rush. Learn which brands and products are tied to celebrities in cannabis. The post 7 celebrities invested in the cannabis industry appeared first on Leafly.

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Growing Forward: Testing and regulations

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

An ongoing debate in the medical cannabis community is over how much New Mexico’s Medical Cannabis Program should be regulated and to what testing standards the state should hold producers. This week in Growing Forward, we take a look at the state’s regulations and testing standards. The state’s Medical Cannabis Program is solely overseen by the New Mexico Department of Health.

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8 Things You Didn’t Know Could Be Made From Hemp

Cannabis Life Network

Hemp is a variety of the cannabis Sativa plant, which is known as a good source of industrial fiber, as well as oils and medicine. CBD products that are slowly entering the mainstream market also come from hemp, and more and more users are vouching for the benefits that they reap from it. To take […]. The post 8 Things You Didn’t Know Could Be Made From Hemp appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Gallup: Record Percentage of Americans Say “Marijuana Should Be Made Legal”

NORML

Sixty-eight percent of respondents endorse legalization -- the highest percentage of support ever reported in a national Gallup poll. The post Gallup: Record Percentage of Americans Say “Marijuana Should Be Made Legal” appeared first on NORML.

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Manny Mendoza talks culture, community, and ‘Cooked with Cannabis’

Leafly

Many people met Manny Mendoza on Netflix' 'Cooked with Cannabis,' but this Chicagoan knows so much more about food, weed, and culture. The post Manny Mendoza talks culture, community, and ‘Cooked with Cannabis’ appeared first on Leafly.

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How are the 2020 Elections Impacting Cannabis Producers?

Cannabis Law Report

With the 2020 elections just a week behind us, a number of US states are now open to the realities of marijuana legalization and the … Read More. The post How are the 2020 Elections Impacting Cannabis Producers? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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9 Comedy Marijuana Movies to Watch In 2020

Otherside Farms

Weed, hashish, joints, blunts, and all sorts of iterations associated with cannabis have been popularly included in pop culture and other references for quite some time now. In fact, the counterculture of the 1960s has been identified as the glory era for the modern cannabis culture , with the Woodstock Music Festival of 1969 serving as the pinnacle of hippie revolution in the USA.

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New Jersey Lawmakers Vote to Advance Legislation to Implement Marijuana Legalization

NORML

Companion bills A21 / S21 would allow adults 21 and older to legally possess and purchase up to one ounce of marijuana. The post New Jersey Lawmakers Vote to Advance Legislation to Implement Marijuana Legalization appeared first on NORML.

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Record number of Americans support marijuana legalization, poll finds

Leafly

68% say it should be legalized, a new Gallup poll reveals. The post Record number of Americans support marijuana legalization, poll finds appeared first on Leafly.

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GACP and GMP in the Medical Cannabis Industry

Cannabis Law Report

The distinction between Good Agricultural and Collection Practice (GACP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), particularly for the drying step of medical cannabis flowers, has recently … Read More. The post GACP and GMP in the Medical Cannabis Industry first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Veterans Affairs Canada And Their Cannabis Policy For Veterans

Cannabis Life Network

It’s no secret that the Canadian Government’s department Veterans Affairs Canada has struggled over the years with their cannabis policy for veterans. Changes in Cannabis Policy for Veterans since the introduction It all began in 2007, when Veterans Affairs Canada made the decision to reimburse a veteran for his medical cannabis expenses.

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Marijuana Legalization Is A Winner At The Polls

MedicalJane

Five more states have passed marijuana legalization initiatives. Mississippi and South Dakota voters approved legalizing medical marijuana, joining 33 other states and the District of Columbia. Adult possession of cannabis was legalized in Arizona, Montana, New Jersey, and South Dakota. These states now join the District of Columbia and the other 11 states that have already approved the recreational use of the plant.

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Fields of flavor! Leafly visits Raw Garden’s 2020 harvest

Leafly

45 acres of buds. 80 strains. 200,000 plants. Welcome to terp heaven at Raw Garden. The post Fields of flavor! Leafly visits Raw Garden’s 2020 harvest appeared first on Leafly.

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Chinese hemp company lands $75 million investment from pharma giant

Cannabis Law Report

Hemp Industry Daily reports.although we must note they do say… “ Hemp Industry Daily could not independently verify the report.” China’s biotech and pharma giant … Read More. The post Chinese hemp company lands million investment from pharma giant first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The Different Types of Marijuana and What to Know About Them

Otherside Farms

We all know the cannabis plants Indica and Sativa, but a lot more goes into the chemistry behind how each strain operates on your body. The effects of marijuana vary based on the terpenes within each plant, THC and CBD content, and how many cannabis receptors your body has. Before we get into selecting the best strain for you, it’s time to get schooled on the factors you need to know.

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Cooking With Cannabis 101 – How To Cook With Kief

Cannabis Life Network

Welcome to another segment of Cooking with Cannabis 101, today we’ll be going over how to cook with kief. We’ll cover what kief is and how to cook with Kief! If you’re unfamiliar with the term, kief refers to the resin glands that contain terpenes and cannabinoids. If you’ve got some weed laying around, take […]. The post Cooking With Cannabis 101 – How To Cook With Kief appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Leafly Buzz: 12 fire strains for November 2020

Leafly

Including: Slurricane, Guava Biscotti, and Xzibit’s Napalm Grenade. The post Leafly Buzz: 12 fire strains for November 2020 appeared first on Leafly.

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And Biden’s Transition Plan Doesn’t Include…. You Guessed It !

Cannabis Law Report

It starts ! Agreed the incoming administration has a lot on its plate, to put it mildly ! First, they have to waste time turfing … Read More. The post And Biden's Transition Plan Doesn't Include. You Guessed It ! first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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How to grow Purple Weed

Marijuana Seeds NL

Everyone loves purple weed. It looks great and tastes incredible. In fact, many people even pay more for purple buds. But it’s not just good for consumers. Growers also enjoy the opportunity to showcase their skills by cultivating purple strains. Nothing is more striking than a room full of purple plants, and growing purple weed is an excellent way to impress your friends and fellow growers.

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New Research Suggests That Cannabis Could Bring Relief For OCD Symptoms

Veriheal

Until recently, there has been little to no research available that examines the effects of cannabis in patients diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Thanks to an ever increasing interest in the medical benefits of cannabis, a study was recently conducted that researched the acute effects of cannabis on the symptoms of OCD. Many patients with OCD tend to perform actions without wanting to, but feeling powerless to try and stop it.

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Cannabis advice: How do I clean a bong?

Leafly

Wash yo’ glass, bro. The post Cannabis advice: How do I clean a bong? appeared first on Leafly.

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Another Vote On Regulated Cannabis In The Mexican Legislature Due Next Week

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz reports on all the trials and tribulations as the legislation/proposals potter along. The Supreme Court says it all has to be done by … Read More. The post Another Vote On Regulated Cannabis In The Mexican Legislature Due Next Week first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The Effects of Popular Kratom Strains

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis is a wonderful, natural plant product that many people use as part of their wellness regimens. However, it is not legal in every state, and you often need a prescription to obtain it legally. If you are fortunate enough to find a quality supplier, then you can acquire relatively consistent cannabis strains. But what […]. The post The Effects of Popular Kratom Strains appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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