Recent Posts Category
Researchers In Canada Studying Hemp Protein To Treat Hypertension
Can hemp protein help hypertension patients lower their blood pressure? The post Researchers In Canada Studying Hemp Protein To Treat Hypertension appeared first on High…
Aphria review of acquisitions at centre of short seller allegations finds 'conflicting interests'
Cannabis company Aphria Inc. says a review of recent transactions that a short seller cast doubt on has found the company paid a high price…
Cannabis: hausser l'âge légal à 21 ans comporte des risques, dit l'INSPQ
URL: https://www.lapresse.ca/actualites/sante/201902/13/01-5214646-cannabis-hausser-lage-legal-a-21-ans-comporte-des-risques-dit-linspq.php Title: Cannabis: hausser l'âge légal à 21 ans comporte des risques, dit l'INSPQ Publisher: La Presse Published Date: 2/13/2019
Nova Scotia may add cannabis stores after slow online sales
URL: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/nova-scotia-looks-at-adding-new-cannabis-stores-1.5020217 Title: Nova Scotia may add cannabis stores after slow online sales Publisher: CBC News Published Date: 2/14/2019
Man Arrested After Offering Weed Wax in Exchange for Fast Food Delivery on Facebook
One gram of wax for a burger, two fries and two sodas is a great deal. Putting out a public request for the exchange on…
Iconic Florida Bar Will Be Converted Into Medical Marijuana Dispensary
When one door closes, another opens. Sometimes in the same building. The post Iconic Florida Bar Will Be Converted Into Medical Marijuana Dispensary appeared first…
Friday, February 15, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Friday, February 15, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Craft cannabis firm Flow Kana closes record $125 million funding round (Marijuana Business Daily) // Marijuana delivery: How Mass. may try to help those hurt by war on drugs (Boston Globe) // Study: Marijuana Policies Not Increasing Teen Use (U.S. […]
North Carolina Bill Would Legalize Possession of Up To Three Ounces of Weed
The bill also lays the groundwork for expungement of certain past offenses. The post North Carolina Bill Would Legalize Possession of Up To Three Ounces…
In Bid to Blunt Black Market, California Eyes Marijuana Tax Cuts [FEATURE]
Steve D’Angelo was prescient. As the era of legal recreational marijuana in California began just over a year ago, the East Bay medical marijuana maven…
Chronicle AM: William Barr Confirmed as US AG, Congress Hearing on Pot and Banking, More… (2/14/19)
The Senate has confirmed old drug warrior William Barr as attorney general, Congress holds a hearing on marijuana and banking, Ted Cruz wants El Chapo…
Arizona Judge Rules Walmart Discriminated Against Medical Marijuana User
Carol Whitmire, a medical cannabis patient in her 50s, worked at Walmart for eight years before her manager fired her for failing a drug test.…
Bank Officials Urge Congress to Allow Cannabis Businesses Banking Services
Cash-only business models are unsustainable. And unsafe. The post Bank Officials Urge Congress to Allow Cannabis Businesses Banking Services appeared first on High Times.
'Double-edged sword:' Teens' long-term cannabis use tied to higher depression risk
URL: https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/cannabis-depression-adolescents-1.5017459 Title: 'Double-edged sword:' Teens' long-term cannabis use tied to higher depression risk Publisher: CBC News Published Date: 2/13/2019
The essential cost guide to becoming a cannabis micro-cultivator in Canada
URL: https://vancouversun.com/cannabis-business/cannabis-small-business/the-essential-cost-guide-to-becoming-a-cannabis-micro-cultivator-in-canada/wcm/b7fc7d82-09b7-4905-9364-a1cdf3dfd1ad Title: The essential cost guide to becoming a cannabis micro-cultivator in Canada Publisher: Vancouver Sun Published Date: 2/14/2019
Georgia Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Allow Growth, Sale of Medical Marijuana
Currently, there are no provisions to allow the cultivation or sale of medical cannabis. The post Georgia Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Allow Growth, Sale of…
Thursday, February 14, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Thursday, February 14, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Judge Rebukes Arizona Walmart for Firing Employee With Medical-Marijuana Card (Phoenix New Times) // Key Moments From The First Marijuana Hearing Of The New Congress (Marijuana Moment) // Nikki Fried: Florida Needs Smokeable Marijuana Now (Miami New Times) Today’s headlines […]
Some Legalization Activists Skeptical of Newly Pro-Pot 2020 Candidates
Who is a tried and true ally, and who may be riding a political wind? The post Some Legalization Activists Skeptical of Newly Pro-Pot 2020…
Cannabis use in teens linked to risk of depression in young adults
Cannabis is the most commonly used recreational drug by teenagers worldwide. In Canada, among youth aged 15 to 19 years, the rate of past-year cannabis…
Chronicle AM: Hemp Moving in Red States, NJ to Expand Needle Exchange Programs, More… (2/13/19)
Hemp is hopping in the heartland, the effort to undo Florida's ban on smokable medical marijuana advances, New York City ponders barring pre-employment drug tests for…
Parolee Sues Minnesota Department of Corrections Over Medical Marijuana Denial
Lawyers filing the civil suit against the Minnesota DOC hope the case will prevent parolees being denied access to medical cannabis in the future. The…
Michigan Predicts Over $18 Million in Medical Marijuana Tax Revenue This Year
Already, the state takes in more revenue in taxes and fees than it needs for operating costs. The post Michigan Predicts Over $18 Million in…
Iowa Lawmaker Pushing for Psychedelic Rescheduling, Legalization
We caught up with Rep. Jeff Shipley of Iowa to talk about his push to reschedule and regulate medicinal psychedelics. The post Iowa Lawmaker Pushing…
Mom says not taking kids to hospital after they ate cannabis-infused chocolate bar was a 'lapse in judgment'
URL: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/brandon-kids-consume-edibles-1.5016790 Title: Mom says not taking kids to hospital after they ate cannabis-infused chocolate bar was a 'lapse in judgment' Publisher: CBC News Published…
Quebec facing strong opposition to new bill restricting cannabis consumption
URL: https://globalnews.ca/news/4955044/quebec-facing-strong-opposition-to-new-bill-restricting-cannabis-consumption/ Title: Quebec facing strong opposition to new bill restricting cannabis consumption Publisher: Global News Published Date: 2/12/2019
New York Considering Ban on Drug Testing Potential Employees for Cannabis
Progressive lawmakers in New York City are pushing to end testing for THC for employees and people on probation. The post New York Considering Ban…
Florida Lawmakers Advance Legislation to Lift Ban on Smokable Marijuana
There are two separate proposals, but both have the same outcome: smokable cannabis for medical marijuana patients. The post Florida Lawmakers Advance Legislation to Lift…
Chronicle AM: El Chapo Convicted on All Counts, NY Legal Pot Politics Heats Up, More… (2/12/19)
The former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel has been found guilty on all counts at his trial in New York City, Sri Lanka advertises for…
Denver Dispensary Offering 1-Cent Weed Deal to Support Teachers on Strike
With the Denver teachers strike now entering its second day, Kind Love is extending its one-penny eighth offer through Tuesday. The post Denver Dispensary Offering…
Jury in Federal Court Finds Drug Kingpin El Chapo Guilty on all Charges
The verdict marks the culmination of a truly wild legal proceeding. The post Jury in Federal Court Finds Drug Kingpin El Chapo Guilty on all…
Michigan Considers Reducing Cost of Registering for Medical Marijuana Program
The reduction of one fee and elimination of others will make medical cannabis more accessible. The post Michigan Considers Reducing Cost of Registering for Medical…
Faux départ pour la commission sur le cannabis
URL: https://media2.ledevoir.com/societe/sante/547650/faux-depart-pour-la-commission-sur-le-cannabis Title: Faux départ pour la commission sur le cannabis Publisher: Le Devoir Published Date: 2/12/2019
Cannabis spray at centre of Kamloops woman's lawsuit has not yet been tested
URL: https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/news/cannabis-spray-at-centre-of-kamloops-woman-s-lawsuit-has-not-yet-been-tested-1.23630715 Title: Cannabis spray at centre of Kamloops woman's lawsuit has not yet been tested Publisher: Kamloops This Week Published Date: 2/11/2019
Texas Resident Enters Abandoned Home to Smoke Pot, Find Tiger Inside
Sounds like something the infamous “Florida man” would be involved with. This time, it’s Texas. The post Texas Resident Enters Abandoned Home to Smoke Pot,…
Tuesday, February 12, 2019 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, February 12, 2019 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Kamala Harris says she has smoked pot and supports marijuana legalization (KUSI News) // A $950 Bong? A $1,475 Weed Grinder? You Can Find Them at Barneys (New York Times) // San Francisco cannabis retailer acquired by Canada’s TerrAscend for […]
Chronicle AM: Kamala Harris Endorses Legal Weed, Israel OKs MDMA Trials, More… (2/11/19)
Kamala Harris endorses marijuana legalization, House Democrats reveal a marijuana banking bill, Israel okays clinical studies of MDMA to treat PTSD, and more.Marijuana…
Four Hospitalized After Man Serves Weed-Infused Cake at Family Party as a Prank
One woman reported she had to be treated for anaphylactic shock. The post Four Hospitalized After Man Serves Weed-Infused Cake at Family Party as a…
Lt. Governor of Pennsylvania Begins Cannabis Legalization Hearings Tour
Lt. Gov. Fetterman already supports adult-use legalization. But he wants his marijuana listening tour to be an open and respectful exchange of ideas. The post…
Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris Admits to Past Marijuana Use
“Half my family’s from Jamaica, are you kidding me?” The post Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris Admits to Past Marijuana Use appeared first on High Times.
Iowa GOP Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Legalize Medicinal Psilocybin, MDMA
Do medicinal psychedelics stand a chance in Iowa? The post Iowa GOP Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Legalize Medicinal Psilocybin, MDMA appeared first on High Times.
Potent marijuana edibles can pose a major unrecognized risk to patients with cardiovascular disease
With widespread legalization and increasing use, more care, education a research needed about how each marijuana formulation may affect and sometimes compromise the cardiovascular system…