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Cannabidiol (CBD) is extremely popular right now. In fact, it is so popular that Google search data for the last few years shows that CBD is searched more often than THC. For many decades THC was the cannabinoid that most scientists and cannabis enthusiasts focused on, however, that has clearly changed. Products containing CBD are far more legally

Customs officials in Hong Kong are sounding the alarm about teenagers importing cannabis and cannabis products into the country, reports South China Morning Post. Over the past four months, several teens have been arrested in connection to HK$45 million ($7.6 million) worth of illicit drugs that were brought into the country by air. By weight, 380

Young Europeans are drinking less alcohol and also smoking less—but are increasingly dabbling with cannabis, a continent-wide study showed Thursday. "Smoking and drinking among 15-16-year-old school students are showing signs of decline, but there are concerns over potentially risky cannabis use and the challenges posed by new addictive behaviour,"

Argentina’s government on Thursday legalised the growing of cannabis for medical use by individuals and networks, as well as the sale of creams and oils made from the plant in pharmacies. The move was made official via the publication of a decree published in the Official Gazette. The new rules are revisions to a law first approved back in March 20

State says recreational marijuana license won't be available for a year If you thought Montana's approval of recreational marijuana means you can start legally selling pot right away, the state says not so fast. Voters approved a pair of initiatives on Election Day, a step which most have seen as opening the door to legal and possible legislative c

Denver hasn't adopted a new state law allowing marijuana industry billboards in Colorado, but that could change soon. State laws implemented in January let marijuana companies advertise outdoors using billboards, but as with many new pot freedoms, local jurisdictions have to opt in first. And so far, Denver hasn't. Colorado’s current marijuana adve

Even as historically conservative states have embraced legalization, reefer madness is alive and well in Nebraska. At least with the state’s governor, Pete Ricketts, who on Tuesday once again sounded the alarm on something that a growing majority of the country is cool with. “Well, we’ve certainly seen in other states like Colorado when you pass le

In states across America where cannabis is legal, dispensaries and pot boutiques have been deemed essential during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a decision that may have baffled those who don’t partake but it made perfect sense, from a public health perspective. Original link

Cannabidiol (CBD) is extremely popular right now. In fact, it is so popular that Google search data for the last few years shows that CBD is searched more often than THC. For many decades THC was the cannabinoid that most scientists and cannabis enthusiasts focused on, however, that has clearly changed. Products containing CBD are far more legally

As more research finds that CBD can be a useful medicine for dogs and cats, the compound has become one alternative medicine that’s being considered much more now than ever before. In the U.S. and many other countries, dogs and cats alike are adored as loving family members. The ASPCA has estimated that in the U.S., 78 million dogs and 85.8 million

There's a bill going through the House of Lords which will decide how the country will regulate its medicines after January 2021. It's called the medicines and medical devices bill. Among other things, it will decide how a post-Brexit UK will maintain a high degree of patient access to the best medicines, guarantee patient safety and high manufactu

There’s a lot of buzz right now on drug decriminalization. Not only did Oregon recently become the first state to decriminalize possession of small amounts of all illegal substances, but President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris have made it their mission to do this at the national level with cannabis. Some Americans believe

Cannabis users in Arizona will only have to wait a couple weeks to smoke out legally under a new law passed Nov. 3, but they shouldn’t hold their breath for shops. Those are several months away. Proposition 207, the Smart and Safe Arizona Act, which passed by a 60%–40% margin in last week’s election, will allow adults to travel with up to an ounce

In an interview with WAMC Northeast Public Radio on Thursday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that legalizing recreational marijuana in New York is very possible and could even happen soon. "I think that this year [recreational legalization] is ripe because the state is going to be in desperate need of revenue." He added, "I think the pressure is going to b

CBD is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in cannabis plants and the second most abundant active ingredient. Unlike THC, CBD does not have psychoactive effects but is instead used to promote physical relaxation, provide relief from stress and anxiety, and treat several conditions including epilepsy, chronic pain, sleep disorders, and more. As

The passwords and private information of 1.4 million users in an online cannabis growing and journaling platform may have been exposed. So alleges Volodymyr “Bob” Diachenko, an independent cybersecurity consultant, who posted a blog about his findings on LinkedIn. Original link

The University of Sydney is launching CAMS20 – an online survey of Australian medicinal cannabis use over the past 12 months. This survey will provide an updated snapshot on how Australians are currently using cannabis medicinally. Researchers predict that 600,000 Australians are using cannabis for medicinal reasons. However, the previous Cannabis

Devin Crispin began growing hemp in 2019 in hopes of producing CBD oil. He said the new plan provided by the government allows farmers to have clearer picture of what to expect before they begin the process like when to harvest and how to test their plants’ THC levels. “We have a pretty good handle on what the new regulations will be. I think the b