Anthony Martinelli is founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. Anthony previously served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com (a cannabis news site he founded in 2011 and sold in 2019), and he has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. Anthony can be reached at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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Trulieve Generates $302 Million in Q2 Revenue, Reports Strong Margins and Cash Flow
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., one of the largest marijuana companies in the United States, brought in $302 million in revenue during the second quarter of 2025, according to financial results released today. That figure is nearly identical to the same quarter last year and was driven largely by retail sales, which accounted for 94% of total …
Study: Cannabidiol (CBD) Inhibits Metastasis in Pancreatic Cancer by Targeting MALAT1 and EMT Pathways
New research shows that CBD may suppress metastasis in pancreatic cancer by disrupting molecular drivers of tumor cell invasion. A study published in IUBMB Life and conducted by researchers at Kyung Hee University has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound derived from marijuana, may inhibit the spread of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) by targeting …
Study: Cannabis Use in Older Adults Linked to “Younger Brain” Network Patterns and Better Cognitive Performance
A study analyzing data from over 25,000 adults finds that cannabis use in older individuals may be associated with cognitive benefits and brain network activity resembling that of younger people. Conducted using data from the UK Biobank and published on Research Square, the study explored how cannabis consumption intersects with age-related brain changes. Researchers examined …
Florida’s Medical Marijuana Program Nears One Million Patients
Florida now has 920,582 registered medical marijuana patients, according to data released today by the state’s Department of Health. The updated numbers reflect patient totals as of August 6. That’s an increase of more than 1,700 since early July, and just over 35,000 more than the state reported at this time last year. Since August …
New York Cannabis Sales Top $890 Million in 2025 as July Sets New Monthly Record
New York’s legal cannabis market has surpassed $890 million in adult-use sales so far in 2025, with July setting a new monthly record at $148.76 million, according to new data from analytics firm Headset. The year-to-date total of $890,714,194 reflects steady monthly gains since January, when sales started at $108.49 million. February saw $105.62 million, …
France Finalizes Medical Marijuana Framework, Will Integrate Into Healthcare System in 2026
France is moving forward with a permanent national system for medical marijuana, marking a significant turnaround for a program once thought to be on the verge of collapse. The country’s pilot program began in 2019 and was initially viewed as a model for the rest of Europe. But progress stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, …
New Jersey’s First Four Marijuana Consumption Lounges Now Open
After years of anticipation, New Jersey’s cannabis industry has reached what regulators are calling a “major milestone” with the opening of the state’s first four marijuana consumption lounges. Two of the new lounges—High Rollers Dispensary and SunnyTien Dispensary—are located in Atlantic City, where local police have recently stepped up enforcement against public marijuana smoking, particularly …
New Mexico Issues Emergency Rule Restricting Synthetic Cannabinoids in Hemp Products
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has enacted an emergency amendment to its hemp manufacturing rules, effective August 1, 2025. The rule imposes strict new standards on hemp extraction, manufacturing, and warehousing operations statewide, with particular focus on synthetic and semi-synthetic cannabinoids. The emergency rule applies to any facility operating under the Hemp Manufacturing Act …
Federal Report: Teen and Young Adult Marijuana Use Remains Flat for Fourth Year, Despite Widespread Legalization
New federal data shows that marijuana use among adolescents and young adults has held steady for the fourth consecutive year, even as adult usage continues to climb. The findings come from the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and released in …
Missouri Releases Annual Cannabis Program Report Detailing Sales, Enforcement, and Microbusiness Growth
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has released its 2024 Annual Report for the state’s medical and adult-use marijuana program, highlighting continued growth in sales, licensing, enforcement, and public health initiatives. Covering the program year from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, the report outlines efforts by the Division of Cannabis …
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