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Privacy concerns over credit card use for legal online pot purchases
TORONTO — Canada’s privacy commissioner is planning to issue guidance for buyers and sellers of legal cannabis amid ongoing concern about potential fallout, such as…
Perceptions and experiences of cannabis use by young adults living with a mental illness
Psychological Effects | Marijuana Watch more Marijuana Facts & Medical Marijuana videos: http://www.howcast.com/videos/506370-Psychological-Effects-Marijuana So I would say the most ……
New black officers, court officials rethinking US policing
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Veteran Alabama law enforcement officer Mark Pettway grew up in a black neighbourhood called “Dynamite Hill” because the Ku Klux Klan bombed…
Chronicle AM: NJ Gov Still Ready to Legalize It, Court Rejects OH MedMJ Racial Justice Provision, More… (11/16/18)
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) is still committed to marijuana legalization, the Albany DA announces an end to low-level pot prosecutions, an Ohio court…
LCBO expanding hours from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. to align with cannabis stores
URL: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2018/11/15/lcbo-hours-expansion/ Title: LCBO expanding hours from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. to align with cannabis stores Publisher: City News Published Date: 11/15/2018
Doctor Who Uses Medical Marijuana Sues After Being Denied a Gun
A Philadelphia doctor is contending that his Constitutional right to bear arms is being violated. The post Doctor Who Uses Medical Marijuana Sues After Being…
The IRS is Reportedly Overwhelmed by Cash Payments from Marijuana Businesses
Federal prohibition means virtually no access to basic financial services, forcing legal weed companies to pay their taxes in cash. The post The IRS is…
Double Barrel and Verano Announce Exclusive Cannabis Business Partnership
They announced the news at MJ BizCon. The post Double Barrel and Verano Announce Exclusive Cannabis Business Partnership appeared first on High Times.
Chronicle AM: "Dozens" of Underground Safe Injection Sites in Seattle, NJ Pot Votes Coming, More… (11/15/18)
A local activist reveals that “dozens” of unpermitted safe injection sites are operating in the Seattle area, New Jersey legislative leaders say marijuana legalization will…
Weed Scams are Trending on Instagram—and People are Falling for Them
The cannabis community is unfortunately not immune to scammers. The post Weed Scams are Trending on Instagram—and People are Falling for Them appeared first on…
Canadian Officials Report No Spike in Impaired Driving After Cannabis Legalization
Early police data shows that as far as traffic safety goes, not much is different after legalization in Canada. The post Canadian Officials Report No…
Early data suggests no spike in pot-impaired driving after legalization: police
URL: https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/early-data-suggests-no-spike-in-pot-impaired-driving-after-legalization-police-1.4178044 Title: Early data suggests no spike in pot-impaired driving after legalization: police Publisher: CTV News Published Date: 11/15/2018
FDA Seeks New E-Cig Regulations in Response to Spike in Teen Vaping
Because more teens are using e-cigarettes, the FDA is pushing for change. The post FDA Seeks New E-Cig Regulations in Response to Spike in Teen…
Las Vegas to Expand MJBizCon to Weeklong Cannabis Trade Show
The event’s expansion reflects the rapid growth of the global cannabis industry. The post Las Vegas to Expand MJBizCon to Weeklong Cannabis Trade Show appeared…
Recreational Cannabis Cultivation Laws for Home Growers
With November’s United States midterm elections behind us, cannabis is now legal in three more states. Michigan now allows the recreational use of marijuana, and…
Canadian Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey
Canada and Cannabis: In the Wake of Legalization In the last Federal election (2015), Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party…
Healthcare Networks in Ohio Prohibit Doctors from Recommending Medical Cannabis
Spokespeople for the healthcare networks cited federal prohibition and lack of FDA approval as reasons for barring doctors from recommending cannabis treatments. The post Healthcare…
Chronicle AM: Trump Endorses Prison Reform Bill, Cities Call for MJ Rescheduling, More… (11/14/18)
President Trump has given his endorsement to a limited bipartisan prison reform bill, the National League of Cities calls for marijuana rescheduling, and more.[image:1 align:right…
Federal Government Seeks Cultivators to Grow Thousands of Kilos of Cannabis
Is your company up for the job? The post Federal Government Seeks Cultivators to Grow Thousands of Kilos of Cannabis appeared first on High Times.
House Reps. Announce Trio of Bills to Make VA More 420-Friendly for Veterans
The trio of legislative proposals would shore-up previous VA policy changes, force it to study veterans’ medical cannabis use and let doctors talk about cannabis…
Sacramento May Raise Limit on Cannabis Dispensaries to Promote Racial Equity
Currently, no legal dispensaries in Sacramento are owned by people of color. But that may change in the near future. The post Sacramento May Raise…
Changes to California Cannabis Access in 2018
The 2018 Midterm Election is now over. It took place on November 6, 2018 when voters went to the polls to cast their ballot on…
Putin, Trump appear headed for bickering in Buenos Aires as Russia riles U.S., NATO alliance
A closer look at the day’s most notable stories with The National’s Jonathon Gatehouse: Trump and Putin will have lots to talk about if they…
Norman Reedus Raising Money for Children Using Medical Cannabis
Raffle winners will get autographed Walking Dead memorabilia. Funds will go toward supporting pediatric cancer research. The post Norman Reedus Raising Money for Children Using…
Oklahoma Approves Over 12,000 Medical Marijuana Licenses
Shortly after Oklahoma residents voted for medical marijuana, the program is proving to be a success. The post Oklahoma Approves Over 12,000 Medical Marijuana Licenses…
Expect no quick end to Canada-wide cannabis shortages, producers warn
The supply shortages that have plagued many provinces in the first month of legal cannabis will likely persist for years, industry insiders say.
Growing Healthy Cannabis Through The Winter
The fall outdoor cannabis harvest has come and gone, and cultivators are now enjoying profits and the fruits of their labor. There is a large…
Jackson County, Missouri Will Stop Prosecuting Marijuana Cases
The decision comes after voters approved of medical marijuana. The post Jackson County, Missouri Will Stop Prosecuting Marijuana Cases appeared first on High Times.
Chronicle AM: Fed Sentencing Reform Bill Looms, HHS Recommends Kratom Ban, More… (11/13/18)
Congress could move on both sentencing reform and industrial hemp in the lame duck session, HHS recommends banning kratom, Thailand moves to legalize and regulate…
Green Thumb Industries Acquires Nevada’s Top Cannabis Company
Green Thumb’s acquisition of Integral Associates includes Desert Grow Farms, Cannabiotix NV and three Essence brand dispensaries. The post Green Thumb Industries Acquires Nevada’s Top…
UMass Amherst Launches Campaign Warning Students Pot Won’t Be Tolerated
UMass Amherst is making it clear that weed is not allowed. The post UMass Amherst Launches Campaign Warning Students Pot Won’t Be Tolerated appeared first…
Canada’s Message to Teenagers: Marijuana Is Legal Now. Please Don’t Smoke It.
URL: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/11/world/canada/marijuana-legalization-teenagers.html Title: Canada’s Message to Teenagers: Marijuana Is Legal Now. Please Don’t Smoke It. Publisher: New York Times Published Date: 11/11/2018
Typical Quebec cannabis users are young men, survey suggests
URL: https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/typical-quebec-cannabis-users-are-young-men-survey-suggests Title: Typical Quebec cannabis users are young men, survey suggests Publisher: Montreal Gazette Published Date: 11/12/2018
Du cannabis pour les animaux de compagnie
URL: https://www.ledevoir.com/societe/541205/du-cannabis-pour-les-animaux-de-compagnie Title: Du cannabis pour les animaux de compagnie Publisher: Le Devoir Published Date: 11/13/2018
American Student Facing Death Penalty in China for Cannabis Distribution Released
An American student spent eight months in a Chinese prison after being falsely accused of sharing cannabis. The post American Student Facing Death Penalty in…
LA County Sheriff’s Deputy Allegedly Faked Raid to Rob Cannabis Facility
Mark Antrim managed to convince LAPD officers that he was a real narcotics officer executing a legitimate search warrant. The post LA County Sheriff’s Deputy…
Michigan Colleges Will Continue to Ban Marijuana on Campuses
Cannabis may be legal in the state, but universities will still continue to prohibit it. The post Michigan Colleges Will Continue to Ban Marijuana on…
The Role of Seeds in Today’s Cannabis Industry
The cannabis seed is an amazing thing—so small yet so full of potential. All of the amazing strains we enjoy today, even the clone-only strains,…
High demand: Montreal flower shop inundated with confused cannabis-seekers
The owner of Montreal flower shop The Flower Pot says nearly 40 people have called or visited her store under the mistaken belief it sells…
Two people charged after police seize 14.7 kg of cannabis from home
Provincial police say two people are facing drug charges after officers seized 14.7 kilograms of dry cannabis from a home in Clearview Township, Ont.
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