Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at [email protected].
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Apr 18 2025
What is Cannabis Live Resin? What About Wax and Shatter? A Breakdown of 15 Different Cannabis Concentrates
As marijuana legalization expands across the United States, so too does the popularity of cannabis concentrates—potent extracts that offer users a more intense and efficient experience than traditional flower. But with so many types of concentrates on the shelves at cannabis dispensaries and retail outlets, it can be difficult to know the difference between them. …
Apr 18 2025
Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation Announces Two Marijuana Product Recalls Due to Labeling and Packaging Concerns
The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) has issued two separate recalls for marijuana products sold in the state, citing violations of health and safety standards related to labeling and packaging. The first recall involves products manufactured by Honey Green, LLC (license MAN000044). According to DCR, the affected items were inadvertently labeled with incorrect product …
Apr 18 2025
Clinical Trial: CBD Improves Naming Function in People With Parkinson’s Disease
A randomized, double-blind clinical trial conducted at Buriram Hospital in Thailand found that daily sublingual cannabidiol (CBD) was safe for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and led to improvements in naming ability, an important aspect of cognitive function. The trial included 60 Parkinson’s disease patients, evenly split between those receiving a CBD-enriched product and those given …
Apr 18 2025
Government-Funded Study Finds Hemp Crude Oil Shows Antimicrobial Effects Against Bacteria Linked to Cattle Liver Abscesses
A new study finds that hemp crude oil may offer an effective alternative to antibiotics for combating a harmful bacterium commonly found in grain-finished beef cattle. Researchers from the USDA Agricultural Research Service, the University of Kentucky, and Kansas State University have published findings in the journal Anaerobe showing that Cannabis sativa L. (hemp) crude …
Apr 18 2025
Study: Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy Shows Promise for Treating Alcohol and Tobacco Addiction
A new comprehensive review published in the journal Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews finds growing evidence that psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms, may help treat substance use disorders—especially alcohol and tobacco addiction—when combined with psychotherapy. The study was conducted by researchers from eight universities across five countries, including the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, …
Apr 18 2025
Study: AI System Can Identify Cannabis With Over 97% Accuracy Using Trichome Microscopy
A new study published in the Journal of Forensic Science suggests artificial intelligence may soon streamline forensic cannabis identification, replacing slower traditional methods. For the study, researchers from the Israel Institute of Technology developed a deep learning system capable of detecting cannabis by analyzing microscopic images of plant trichomes—specifically, non-glandular trichome hairs, a distinguishing feature …
Apr 18 2025
Three Men Posed as DEA Agents to Steal 200 Pounds of Marijuana in Oregon, Sentenced to Federal Prison
Three men from Texas have been sentenced for posing as DEA agents and stealing over 200 pounds of marijuana during a violent home invasion in southern Oregon. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the incident occurred on March 12, 2022, at a rural residence in Josephine County. Nevin Cuevas Morales, Michael Rey Acuna, and Juan …
Apr 18 2025
Nevada Senate Approves Psychedelics Resolution With Overwhelming Bipartisan Support
The Nevada Senate voted 18 to 2 today to approve Senate Joint Resolution 10, a measure urging Congress to reschedule certain psychedelic compounds and expand research into their therapeutic use for treating mental health conditions. The resolution, backed by a broad coalition of 27 senators and assemblymembers, highlights growing evidence that substances such as psilocybin, …
Apr 18 2025
Receive Free THC Drinks for Participating in “World’s First Infused Beverage Study”: Coalition of Companies Seeks Thousands of Participants
A coalition of major THC beverage companies is working with data firm MoreBetter to expand what’s being described as the world’s first infused beverage study, offering free cannabis drinks to participants in exchange for consumer feedback. Even though it was announced just last week, the first phase of the study has already reached capacity, with …
Apr 18 2025
Study: Cannabis-Based Medicines Improve Quality of Life in Patients With Treatment-Resistant Epilepsy
A new study published by the journal Brain and Behavior, and published online by the National Library of Medicine, found that cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs) may improve quality of life for individuals with treatment-resistant epilepsy. The study, conducted by researchers at Imperial College London and Kings College London, analyzed data from 134 patients enrolled in …
