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Germany Dilutes Plan To Legalize Cannabis

BERLIN, April 12 (Reuters) – Germany has taken a significant step in its mission to legalize cannabis, presenting a revised bill that focuses on responsible consumption and community-based distribution. While the government has scaled back earlier plans for widespread retail sales, the new legislati...

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Canadian Cannabis Producers Slam Budget 2025

Some Canadian cannabis producers say they are unhappy with the federal government's proposal to lower the price ceiling for medical cannabis reimbursements through Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). The proposal, which was part of the federal government's Budget 2025, was tabled in the House of Commons ...

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South Lake Tahoe Slashes Cannabis Taxes by 3%

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – With only three members voting, the South Lake Tahoe City Council approved a resolution on Tuesday that reduced the cannabis tax rate from six percent to three percent while continuing to exempt the tax for medical cannabis. In the same motion, they approved a resolution t...

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Cannabis: Intoxicating Hemp Still Surging in Alaska

In recent months, the conversation around intoxicating hemp has heated up, especially after a major court ruling in Alaska sought to ban its sale. This decision has drawn attention from both the cannabis industry and consumers who are confused about what's legal, what's safe, and what exactly intoxi...

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Cannabis Beverages Thrive In Charlotte - Where To Find

Cannabis Beverages Are Redefining Charlotte's Cocktail Culture CharlotteFive talks to Charlotte restaurateurs at the inaugural Michelin Guide American South ceremony on Monday, Nov. 3, in Greenville, SC. Cannabis beverages — sparkling, citrusy, slightly herbaceous, and increasingly easy to find on m...

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Bellville Voters Reject Cannabis Proposal

BELLVILLE — On Tuesday, Bellville voters decisively rejected a local ballot measure that would have permitted the establishment and operation of an adult-use cannabis dispensary within the village. According to final, unofficial results from the Richland County Board of Elections, the measure failed...

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New Rules For D.C. Cannabis Retailers & MD Worker Claims

D.C. regulators move to clarify what cannabis retailers can and can't sell The D.C. Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board has proposed new rules clarifying what medical cannabis retailers can sell, banning alcohol, tobacco, and non-cannabis vape products while allowing limited sales of branded merch...

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Offset in Hot Water Over L.A. Dispensary Clash!

Offset is facing a new lawsuit alleging that he physically assaulted a security guard during an altercation at a Los Angeles cannabis dispensary earlier this year. The complaint, filed Oct. 29 in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims the Migos rapper struck a guard in the face without provocatio...

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Niles Township bans marijuana dispensaries

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MI — The votes are in, and residents in Niles Charter Township have made their voices heard regarding two key proposals that will shape the future of marijuana dispensaries and related businesses in the community. The first proposal on the ballot was a referendum on zoning or...

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Trulieve Calls Back $368M Notes, 8% Due 2026

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Nov. 4, 2025 — Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the United States, announced that it has issued a notice of redemption for all of its outstanding 8.0% senior secured notes due 2026. The total principal amount of t...

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Tenax Strategies Launches Fractional Chief Compliance Officer Subscription Model for Cannabis Operators Nationwide

New Service Addresses Growing Enforcement Concerns as Regulatory Complexity Intensifies Across U.S. Cannabis Markets BOSTON, MA – November 3, 2025 – As cannabis regulators nationwide ramp up enforcement actions and compliance requirements grow increasingly complex, Tenax Strategies today announced t...

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Jonesborough Issues Moratorium & Cannabis Rule Change

The town of Jonesborough is making history as it votes for the first time on an ordinance that will change cannabis distribution within the community. This move marks a significant step in how Jonesborough plans to align local regulations with state laws, particularly as Tennessee prepares for new l...

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Medical Cannabis Key for Fibromyalgia Relief

Patients? In a recently published study, researchers aimed to investigate the role of nurses in therapeutic treatment education intervention to bridge knowledge gaps in medical cannabis as a therapeutic option. The study, "Symptom management, adherence to therapy, and filling the gaps of medical can...

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Trump Effect Spurs Immediate US Cannabis Investments

Investor confidence in the American cannabis industry is rising again after months of decline. Much of the attention centres on CBD short for cannabidiol a non-intoxicating chemical found in hemp that is often sold in oils, gummies and creams. The so-called Trump effect describes sudden optimism in ...

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Cannabis Helps Alleviate Pain In Cancer Patients

Cancer patients are reporting less pain and better sleep following their use of cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs), according to new observational data published in the Journal of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy. The findings are part of growing evidence that medical cannabis can s...

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How Stress Boosts Cannabis Plants Power – Shocking Science!

This channel is for viewers over 18, and our content is purely educational. We're not here to promote or encourage illegal activity. Welcome back, legends, to your Bud Fella's channel — your friendly cannabis education hub. Today, we're diving into one of the most important topics for growers: plant...

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THC Drinks Sneak Past Kansas Lawmakers!

TOPEKA, Kan. — While Kansas remains one of the few states without legalized medical or recreational marijuana, THC drinks have quietly entered the marketplace — creating confusion among lawmakers and law enforcement officials. At a Thursday meeting of a joint legislative committee on security, the l...

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Rockford May Repurpose Cannabis Fee to Avert Tax Hike

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) — The City of Rockford faces a multi-million-dollar budget cliff, as officials work to balance next year's finances without increasing property taxes. A proposed 2026 budget shows a shortfall of $3,686,447, potentially marking Rockford's first deficit since 2022. On October 20,...

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Australian Medical Association President on Cannabis Telehealth

The Australian Medical Association's Dr. Danielle McMullen has expressed her concerns that cannabis telehealth services have become vulnerable to exploitation — particularly in relation to medical cannabis prescribing. Dr. McMullen's comments come after the Australian Medical Association published i...

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Plainfield Cannabis Cultivator Subdividing ASAP

PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Plainfield City Council voted unanimously to approve a pair of resolutions authorizing the split of a previously approved cannabis manufacturing and cultivation facility that the City of Plainfield says will bring it additional revenue. "This was originally approved for cannabis...

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