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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Dec 29 2024
Study: 3D-Printed CBD Suppositories Show Promise in Treating Epilepsy
Researchers from the Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine have found that cannabidiol (CBD)-loaded hollow suppositories using 3D printing technology may be effective in treating epilepsy. Published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutics, the study highlights the limitations of traditional oral CBD formulations, which often face significant first-pass metabolic effects, reducing their efficacy. The newly designed …
Dec 29 2024
Florida Medical Marijuana Sales Top $155 Million in November, Nearly $1.7 Billion So Far in 2024
Florida’s medical marijuana industry remains strong, with $155.4 million in sales reported for November. This figure, provided by the research firm Headset, represents a 26% increase from the $122.6 million recorded in October. Year-to-date sales have reached approximately $1.67 billion, with March leading the way at $173 million. Dried marijuana flower remained by far the …
Dec 29 2024
Arkansas: $24 Million in Medical Marijuana Sold in November, Over $250 Million Year-to-Date
Medical marijuana sales in Arkansas remained strong in November. According to data released by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, there was $24 million worth of medical marijuana sold in November, despite the state having just 37 dispensaries. This comes out to an average of around $650,000 per dispensary. The year-to-date total for marijuana …
Dec 28 2024
The States Most Likely to Legalize Marijuana in 2025
24 states have legalized recreational marijuana, but that number is poised to grow in 2025. In 2025, several states are on track to put forth serious efforts to become the 25th legal marijuana state. Below is a list of the four most likely to do so, based on the current political climate and ongoing legislative …
Dec 28 2024
Marijuana Indicas: 2024’s Most Popular Strains
Indicas are renowned for their deeply relaxing effects, often making them a go-to choice for winding down in the evening or managing stress and pain. Here we take a look at the most popular indicas throughout 2024. In 2024, throughout the states that allow legal marijuana sales, the 10 indicas listed below standout among the …
Dec 28 2024
Ascend Wellness Holdings Inc. Announces Share Buyback Program
Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc., a vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator focused on bettering lives through cannabis, has announced it’s received authorization from the Company’s Board of Directors to commence a share buyback program. Pursuant to a normal course issuer bid (“NCIB”) commencing on January 2, 2025, the Company may repurchase up to the lesser of: …
Dec 28 2024
Study Validates New Method for Reliable Cannabinoid Quantification in Veterinary CBD Oils, Finds Labels Accurately Reflect Cannabinoid Levels
A study published in the journal Pharmacy has validated a new method for accurately quantifying cannabinoids in commercial veterinary CBD oil. According to its abstract, the study “highlights the need for quality control in evaluating medicinal plant products, especially CBD oils, before market release”, noting that “Due to varying regulatory requirements, product labeling can sometimes …
Dec 27 2024
Massachusetts Governor Announces Multiple Pardons for Marijuana Offenses
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has announced pardons for eight individuals charged with marijuana-related offenses. Via the introduction of Senate Bill 3007, which was filed this week and read yesterday in the House of Representatives, Governor Healey announced pardons for the following individuals: Richard Barnes Mynor-Dean Martino Boland Kenny Jean David Palazzo Kira Pareseau Danis Reyes …
Dec 27 2024
New York: Coalition of 34 Lawmakers File Bill to Restrict Marijuana Ads Near Schools
Legislation to tighten restrictions on marijuana advertising near schools has been prefiled in the New York Assembly. Assemblymember John Zaccaro has filed Assembly 36 in New York, alongside a bipartisan coalition of 33 cosponsors. The measure, prefiled for the legislative session beginning January 8, has been referred to the Assembly Health Committee. If enacted, Assembly …
Dec 27 2024
Study Finds CBD May Protect Against Depression and Cognitive Issues Caused by Social Isolation
A new study has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound derived from marijuana, may help combat depression and memory issues triggered by prolonged social isolation. Researchers from the Federal University of Ouro Preto and the Laboratory of Neurobiology and Biomaterials found that CBD offered significant antidepressant and neuroprotective effects in male mice subjected to chronic …
