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Researchers at San Diego State University and Bentley University examine the economic benefits of recreational cannabis legalization. Opponents of recreational cannabis legalization have argued that increased cannabis use could diminish motivation, impede cognitive function and harm health

It’s the new year, so you know what that means. Many of us are going to the gym, and roughly 80% of newcomers will call it quits in eight weeks or less. For those hoping to make the gym a new habit, you might want to consider turning to cannabis if you haven’t already. Used by a wave of trainers and

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) shows data regarding adult-use and medical sales in 2022. The Massachusetts CCC’s report shows that between Jan. 1 and Dec. 18, 2022, the state collected $1.42 billion in adult-use sales. In a breakdown of sales by month, the state collected a

A big opening year in Montana. Montana raked in more than $200 million in its first year of recreational cannabis sales, the state reported this week. The Montana Department of Revenue released figures detailing how much money was generated in both medical and recreational marijuana sales in 2022

Have you ever considered using cannabis while working? Here are some tips to help you do it responsibly. The long-held stigma around cannabis users being lazy and unambitious couldn’t be more irrelevant today. Not only does the plant spark creativity and broaden your imagination’s horizons, but with

Mexican authorities have captured Ovidio Guzmán, a son of incarcerated drugs kingpin Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, prompting a furious response from cartel gunmen in the northern city of Culiacán. After a night of violence, gunmen exchanged fire with security forces, blocking roads with burning

Despite a 6.4% sales decline, Malheur County was Oregon's per capita leader in cannabis sales in 2022 - its third straight year at No. 1. PORTLAND - It might take actually moving the Oregon-Idaho border west to end Malheur County’s reign as Oregon’s top pot spot. Despite a 6.4% sales decline, the

A panel that has spent months debating policy ideas to protect workers who use medical marijuana concluded the bulk of its work Thursday, approving more than a dozen recommendations to the Louisiana Legislature. Thursday marked the last meeting of the Employment and Medical Marijuana Task Force, a

To protect cannabis workers and customers, approve federal banking act. As federal lawmakers rushed to pass last-minute bills before the new Congress convenes, they failed to pass one piece of legislation, a failure that ensures Washington workers in cannabis businesses will continue to be at risk

Ministry of Public Health aims to clarify what visitors can and cannot do. The Ministry of Public Health has issued a guide titled “10 Things Tourists Need to Know about Cannabis in Thailand” to improve visitors’ understanding about what they can and cannot do with cannabis in the country. Thailand

Legal sales of recreational marijuana began in New Jersey on April 21, 2022. In just a little over the first two months, these sales totaled almost $80 million. With so many people legally buying weed, it’s hard to believe marijuana addiction is real. According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug

The new D2 Dispensary, opening on January 10, will be Arizona’s largest dispensary and the only dispensary in Tucson with an indoor drive-thru. “We have museum display cases showing little elements that highlight the products. We have vegan edibles, ketogenic products, and a little bit of everything

A huge majority of Maryland voters passed the proposal in November. Maryland might still be years away from the launch of its new legal marijuana market, but the start of the new year has still marked the beginning of the post-prohibition era mid-Atlantic state. A large majority of Maryland voters

The governor of Michigan vetoed 11 bills including three that would amend the state’s medical cannabis system. Calling them rushed, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently vetoed 11 bills including three medical cannabis bills, with others related to retirement and tax. The governor did however sign

The pungent aroma of cannabis and the sound of dub music fill the air at a hacienda as about 150 smokers, users, growers, activists and business people gather for Mexico’s second annual Toquefest. In anticipation of the long-delayed legalisation of cannabis – after a number of supreme court

Glimmers of hope still exist, particularly as new markets come online. Without much meaningful development concerning legalization efforts in 2022, many sobering themes likely will carry over into 2023. Layoffs will persist, and continued price compression and competition from the illicit channels

Cannabis has a fascinating and long history. People first used Cannabis in central Asia. For centuries, people have utilized Cannabis for its purported medicinal benefits. Its usage was first recorded in 2800 BC when Emperor Shen Nung included it in his pharmacopeia; he is the founder of Chinese

Lawmakers in the U.S. Virgin Islands last week passed legislation to legalize recreational marijuana, bringing the number of states and territories in the country that have legalized the use of cannabis by adults to 21. The legislation was passed in the U.S. Virgin Islands Senate on December 30 by a

The move fulfills provisions in Connecticut legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis. On New Year’s Day, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced that 42,964 cannabis convictions were processed to be erased. That number was fielded a month ago in Gov. Lamont’s initial announcement on Dec. 8, 2022

‘Our goal is to utilize our platform to send a strong message to the NFL, and other sports organizations that fail to recognize cannabis for medicinal purposes, and the benefits it may provide their athletes’. Johnny Damon, Jeremy Roenick and Rollie Fingers are just a few of the athletes who will be