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Willie Nelson Readies Hemp-Infused Coffee - Cannabis News
CBD & Hemp
Since launching his signature cannabis brand Willie’s Reserve in 2015, Willie Nelson has slowly expanded his reach into the burgeoning industry.
Why We Should Treat Cannabis like Organic Food or Fine Wine - Cannabis News
Culture & Arts
Cannabis users are beginning to care more about the environmental impact of their usage as well as the quality of what they’re putting into their bodies.
Advocates Say World Health Organization Recommends Reclassifying Cannabis - Cannabis News
World News
Global health group appears ready to suggest relaxing treaty language, which could hasten widespread legalization.
Hemp has arrived: Colorado crops double after Farm Bill makes growing more legit - Cannabis News
CBD & Hemp
The passage of the federal Farm Bill late in December is ratcheting up a green rush in Colorado that those in the industry say will shake up, better regulate and expand the burgeoning market for hemp.
What is the Endocannabinoid System? Here’s Everything You Need to Know - Cannabis News
Science
If you’ve ever wondered what causes the notable “high” from marijuana, you have the endocannabinoid system to thank.
Canada railroads re-write drug policies for workers in light of cannabis legalization - Cannabis News
World News
Teamsters Rail Conference Canada President Lyndon Isaak says all three railroads have adjusted their policies in light of the legalization of cannabis in October.
UC Berkeley opens new cannabis research center - Cannabis News
Cannabis News
The University of California at Berkeley has a new research center focused on studying the social and environmental impacts of cannabis production.
Baltimore prosecutors will no longer prosecute marijuana possession - Cannabis News
Law & Crime
Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby announces that marijuana possession cases will no longer be prosecuted.
Kentucky company says its hemp plants have zero THC - Cannabis News
CBD & Hemp
A Kentucky company says it has developed hemp plants that don’t contain any THC, which is marijuana’s main psychoactive component.
In Photos: Canada’s First Bongspiel, a Cannabis-Infused Curling Tournament - Cannabis News
Sports
“The main difference between this tournament and a conventional bonspiel is that there is open cannabis consumption at this event."
How To: A Beginner’s Guide To Buying CBD Products - Cannabis News
Cannabis News
So you’re ready to give CBD a shot and purchase some. Now what?
Israeli Cabinet approves medical marijuana exports - Cannabis News
World News
Israel has given final approval to a law permitting the export of medical marijuana, a move the government expects will catapult investment in local industry and agriculture.
Medical marijuana can now be used to treat opioid addiction in N.J. - Cannabis News
Medical News
Gov. Phil Murphy on Wednesday announced a broad attack on opioid addiction in New Jersey by adding it to the list of illnesses that qualify residents for medical marijuana and expanding Medicaid coverage for medication-assisted treatment, a scientifically proven method of preventing relapses.
Lawmakers Race to Introduce Veterans' Medical Marijuana Bills in New Congress - Cannabis News
Politics
Less than a month into the 116th Congress, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle in the House and Senate have introduced four bills that, if signed into law, would require the VA to conduct research on medical marijuana.
Pot website offers free medical marijuana to government workers amid shutdown - Cannabis News
Activism
Another business is joining those aiming to ease the pain of the partial government shutdown for federal workers — a marijuana marketplace says it’s giving away free weed.
What are Terpenes? Read Our Complete Guide To These Incredible Molecules - Cannabis News
Science
If you’ve ever wondered how cannabis gets its aroma, then you’re really asking what are terpenes.

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