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Marijuana Laws In European Countries
Our friends over at Herbonaut.com have created a great info graphic to highlight the degree of legality and decriminalization of marijuana throughout the countries in Europe. It offers…
‘Hell on earth’: At Haiti’s biggest dump, thousands rummage through mountains of trash to survive
At the Truitier landfill north of Cite Soleil, dump trucks roar 24 hours a day, leaving 100,000 tonnes of waste each month across 200 acres
Jimmy Buffett Licensing Coral Reefer Band Name to Cannabis Company
Jimmy Buffett has announced that he is throwing his name into the cannabis space. The post Jimmy Buffett Licensing Coral Reefer Band Name to Cannabis…
Chronicle AM: No MedMJ for Vets This Year, Senate Takes Up Opioid Package, More…. (9/11/18)
A congressional conference committee has killed medical marijuana for veterans, the Senate is set to take up a package of opioid bills, the West African…
Why overdose is the wrong word when it comes to cannabis
URL: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/cannabis-overdose-toxicity-marijuana-1.4816654 Title: Why overdose is the wrong word when it comes to cannabis Publisher: CBC News Published Date: 9/10/2018
53 Percent of NJ Voters Say Yes to Recreational Weed If It Lowers Taxes
For residents of the Garden State, lower taxes could be a point of interest in the question of legal recreational cannabis. The post 53 Percent…
Nearly 20 Percent of California’s Cannabis Products Failing Lab Tests
Some products failed because of harmful contaminants, but most were just in the wrong packaging. The post Nearly 20 Percent of California’s Cannabis Products Failing…
Canadian Dispensary Clerk Fights off Three Burglars With a Giant Bong
Tyendinaga police are looking for the three men who attempted to rob the dispensary, only to be resisted by a bong-wielding store clerk. The post…
CA Governor Vetoes Minimum Penalties for Dispensaries Selling Weed to Minors
Gov. Brown’s veto comes as California continues cracking down on unlicensed or illegal marijuana businesses. The post CA Governor Vetoes Minimum Penalties for Dispensaries Selling…
What is the Medical Cannabis Research Act?
The Medical Cannabis Research Act of 2018 could prove to be a game-changer…if Congress votes in favor of it. The post What is the Medical…
Tuesday, September 11, 2018 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, September 11, 2018 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Marijuana dispensaries waiting for licenses to get more breathing room (Detroit Free Press) // Commission Discusses a Taxed-and-Regulated Cannabis Market for Vermont (Seven Days VT) // Federal Court Rules In Favor Of Worker Rejected For Medical Marijuana Use (Marijuana Moment) […]
Chronicle AM: MedMJ Researchers Stalled, MS Court Rejects Fatal Overdose Conviction, More… (9/10/18)
It's just about all medical marijuana news today, except for a Mississippi appeals court throwing out a drug-induced homicide-style conviction.Medical MarijuanaMarijuana Research Applications…
Is Elon Musk’s Government Security Clearance at Risk From Smoking Pot?
After Elon Musk smoked a blunt on a live podcast, those close to him are questioning his decision-making skills. The post Is Elon Musk’s Government…
Olivia Newton-John Says She Will Use Cannabis to Fight Third Battle with Cancer
Olivia Newton-John, of “Grease” fame, says that she has enlisted the help of Mary Jane to fight her second cancer relapse. The post Olivia Newton-John…
Brooklyn District Attorney Plans to Erase Minor Marijuana Convictions
New York City prosecutors are decriminalizing cannabis in the courtroom while efforts continue in the streets. The post Brooklyn District Attorney Plans to Erase Minor…
Canadian Military Reveals New Rules Regarding Cannabis Use
Will the Canadian military be allowed to use cannabis when it’s federally legal? The post Canadian Military Reveals New Rules Regarding Cannabis Use appeared first…
People who break Manitoba cannabis rules to face fines up to $2,500
The Manitoba government has set out fines of up to $2,500 for people who break the rules regulating cannabis consumption.
Monday, September 10, 2018 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Monday, September 10, 2018 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // District Attorneys Dismantle Legacy of Tough Marijuana Enforcement (NY Times) // Canadian military to severely curtail use of recreational marijuana (CBC News) // Marijuana use among baby boomers doubled in a decade, study shows (KOAA News 5 NBC) Today’s headlines […]
Winners of the 2018 Midwest Cannabis Cup
The winners of this weekend’s Midwest Cannabis Cup! The post Winners of the 2018 Midwest Cannabis Cup appeared first on High Times.
Chronicle AM: Utah MedMJ Poll, OK Sentencing Report, Colombia Pot Crackdown, More… (9/7/18)
A new Utah poll has the medical marijuana initiative still doing well, Los Angeles cracks down on illicit pot shops, the US and Ecuador renew…
Tesla turmoil after Musk smokes pot during webcast, top exec resigns
Tesla Inc. chief executive Elon Musk was filmed smoking marijuana, drinking whisky and wielding a sword just hours before the automaker said its accounting chief…
What do Regina high schoolers think of marijuana legalization?
URL: https://globalnews.ca/news/4432568/what-do-regina-high-schoolers-think-of-marijuana-legalization/ Title: What do Regina high schoolers think of marijuana legalization? Publisher: Global News Published Date: 9/6/2018
Demand for pot will be much higher than anyone anticipated after legalization, says report commissioned for Health Canada
URL: https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/demand-for-pot-will-be-much-higher-than-anyone-anticipated-after-legalization-says-report-commissioned-for-health-canada Title: Demand for pot will be much higher than anyone anticipated after legalization, says report commissioned for Health Canada Publisher: Ottawa Citizen Published…
Here’s what one legal cannabis dispensary will look like in Edmonton
URL: https://www.thestar.com/news/cannabis/2018/09/06/heres-what-one-legal-cannabis-dispensary-will-look-like-in-edmonton.html Title: Here’s what one legal cannabis dispensary will look like in Edmonton Publisher: Toronto Star Published Date: 9/6/2018
Data Shows Racial Bias in Miami-Dade, Florida Marijuana Arrests
Police are giving white people citations for minor cannabis possession, and arresting black people. The post Data Shows Racial Bias in Miami-Dade, Florida Marijuana Arrests…
Over 500 Charged in LA in Connection to Unlicensed Marijuana Businesses
In California, the crackdown on unlicensed or illegal cannabis businesses continues. The post Over 500 Charged in LA in Connection to Unlicensed Marijuana Businesses appeared…
Previously Anti-Weed Elon Musk Smokes a Blunt on The Joe Rogan Experience
Elon Musk recently stated that he’s not a fan of cannabis, but that didn’t stop him from toking up with Joe Rogan. The post Previously…
Friday, September 7, 2018 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Friday, September 7, 2018 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // New Jersey Mayors Demand Social Equity In Marijuana Legalization Bill (Marijuana Moment) // Massachusetts marijuana retailers could get final go-ahead this month (Mass Live) // Another bank closed Nikki Fried’s campaign account because of medical marijuana (Tampa Bay Times) These […]
Canadian military unveils pot policy
The Canadian military has released rules for its members when it comes to recreational cannabis consumption.
Nerve pain in the legs? Medical marijuana may alter brain connections, bring relief
When medical marijuana is taken for chronic nerve pain, it may provide pain relief by reducing connections between the areas of the brain that process…
Chronicle AM: Fed Bill to Help Vets Obtain MedMJ, MS MedMJ Initative Filed, More (9/6/18)
It's all pot policy today, with a new federal bill aimed at making medical marijuana more accessible to veterans, a Mississippi medical marijuana initiative drive getting underway,…
NHL says legal cannabis in Canada won't change its drug rules
Deputy commissioner Bill Daly says the NHL does not expect to change its rules on marijuana with the legalization of cannabis in Canada coming on…
Yes, Marijuana Can Be Addictive [CCSA interview]
URL: https://www.theepochtimes.com/yes-marijuana-can-be-addictive_2641786.html Title: Yes, Marijuana Can Be Addictive [CCSA interview] Publisher: The Epoch Times Published Date: 9/5/2018
Cities cannot restrict medical-marijuana sales, B.C. dispensaries argue in court
URL: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-cities-cannot-restrict-medical-marijuana-sales-bc-dispensaries/ Title: Cities cannot restrict medical-marijuana sales, B.C. dispensaries argue in court Publisher: The Globe and Mail Published Date: 9/6/2018
Study Finds Marijuana Use Among Baby Boomers Doubled in Past Decade
Breaking down many of the stereotypes, older folks are consuming more weed now than in the past. The post Study Finds Marijuana Use Among Baby…
Marijuana use continues to grow among baby boomers
Marijuana use is becoming more prevalent among middle-aged and older adults, with 9 percent of adults aged 50-64 and nearly 3 percent of adults 65…
Rapper Ty Dolla $ign Busted for Weed and Coke in Georgia
The rapper found himself in hot water Wednesday evening. The post Rapper Ty Dolla $ign Busted for Weed and Coke in Georgia appeared first on…
Thursday, September 6, 2018 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News
Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Thursday, September 6, 2018 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // 146 Apply for 6 New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Licenses (Marijuana.com (AP)) // Tobacco Giant Altria Is ‘Exploring Options’ On Marijuana (Marijuana Moment) // Mississippi group starts drive to get medical marijuana on 2020 ballot (Marijuana Business Daily) These headlines are […]
Democratic Senators Push Bill to Grant Veterans Access to Medical Cannabis
The latest effort to bring more medical marijuana to veterans. The post Democratic Senators Push Bill to Grant Veterans Access to Medical Cannabis appeared first…
Ottawa Police issue marijuana smoking warnings during blitz
URL: https://ottawa.ctvnews.ca/ottawa-police-issue-marijuana-smoking-warnings-during-blitz-1.4080299 Title: Ottawa Police issue marijuana smoking warnings during blitz Publisher: CTV News Published Date: 9/5/2018