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Mounties considering change to Cannabis use policy for front-line officers Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 7, 2023 RCMP looking to boost recruitment numbers by relaxing current restrictions on recreational pot use. The RCMP is looking at easing a policy that requires front-line officers and many other employees to refrain from recreational cannabis us
Curio Wellness joins with Real Housewives Star in exclusive Cannabis Partnership Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 7, 2023 Maryland cannabis leader Curio Wellness to launch "Happy Eddie" brand, founded by Eddie Osefo of The Real Housewives of Potomac. Curio Wellness, a cGMP-certified, vertically integrated cannabis company and market-leading innovator o
Republican congressman introduced Bill to Defund Tribes that Legalize Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 7, 2023 A Republican Congressman from North Carolina introduced a bill last week that, if passed, would withhold federal funds from tribes that legalize recreational marijuana on their lands. On Friday, North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edward
Medicinal Cannabis industry growing as regulation overhaul given green light Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 6, 2023 Medicinal cannabis producers are looking at growing more plants and exploring different product options as regulations are being relaxed. The government has approved changes to New Zealand's medicinal cannabis scheme, expected to make i
Cannabis industry no longer riding high: Job losses, supply imbalances, dwindling profits hit sector
Cannabis industry no longer riding high: Job losses, supply imbalances, dwindling profits hit sector Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 6, 2023 Washington debates ways to link the marijuana businesses with banking, ease tax burdens. Western states such as California and Oregon are overflowing with cannabis, a supply glut that is driving down prices and s
Rick Williams wants NFL to use Cannabis to treat players Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 5, 2023 Ex-NFL star Ricky Williams says the league is moving in the right direction by loosening its stance on cannabis in recent years. But tells TMZ Sports he's hoping Roger Goodell's organization goes one step further by allowing teams to treat players with mar
States with weaker Marijuana laws see more impaired driving Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 5, 2023 States with less restrictive marijuana policies have higher incidents of residents driving while high, a new report finds. The Drug Free America Foundation released a new report showing that states that have legalized or weakened restrictions around hig
Decibel expands global footprint into UK Medical Cannabis market Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 1, 2023 Canada-based Decibel is expanding its global footprint through a new supply agreement to provide premium dried medical cannabis flower to the United Kingdom’s 4C LABS. 4C Labs is a healthcare, technology and pharmaceutical company focused on virtua
Cannabis may be beneficial in childhood cancer Image Cannabis NewsAugust 30, 2023 Cannabinoids may be beneficial for managing symptoms in children with cancer, a new review finds, but more extensive research is needed. A recent analysis of existing research suggests that while cannabinoids are increasingly being used to manage symptoms in childhood
Higher levels of toxic metals found in blood, urine of regular Marijuana Users Image Cannabis NewsAugust 30, 2023 Marijuana users may be building up high levels of toxic metals in their blood, a new study suggests. According to researchers, people who use marijuana exclusively have significant levels of lead and cadmium in their bodies. These are t
Bahamas considers Weed legalization for Religious and Medical use Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2023 Buying cannabis for recreational purposes would remain illegal. Government officials in the Bahamas last week introduced a number of measures that would dramatically change the country’s marijuana laws, including one proposal that would legalize can
South Dakota doubles number of Medical cards since 2021 Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2023 South Dakota’s medical cannabis card programme has almost doubled the number of cards granted since it began in 2021. At a recent meeting of the Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee, where the organisation discussed board members and general rules, Medical C
Missouri Marijuana microbusinesses selected for licenses in statewide lottery Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2023 More than $12,6 million was spent on the opening weekend of marijuana sales in Missouri and now micro businesses in the state will get a share of the pot. Cannabis microbusinesses are eyeing the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation w
Cannabis significantly improves anxiety, depression, and fatigue Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2023 Cannabis Treatment Shows Positive Results for Anxiety and PTSD Patients, According to Observational Study. People diagnosed with anxiety and/or post-traumatic stress (PTSD) respond favorably to cannabis treatment, according to observational study dat
New Jersey cops are winning fight to use Cannabis while off duty Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2023 A state panel has ordered a cop reinstated after she was fired for using cannabis. The first battle in the war over whether New Jersey law enforcement officers can use cannabis when they’re off duty is over, and the cops who want to partake in legal
5 Smart people who smoke Weed Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2023 In the world of intellect and innovation, it's becoming increasingly clear that cannabis use is not merely limited to stereotypes of low-achieving individuals. A study published in the British Medical Journal even suggests a correlation between higher IQs in childhood and an increased
