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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Study: CBD Shown to Protect Human Cartilage Cells From Ferroptosis, a Key Contributor to Osteoarthritis
A new study published in the Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may help protect human cartilage cells from ferroptosis, a specific type of cell death linked to the development of osteoarthritis and other orthopedic diseases. Researchers at Paracelsus Medical University evaluated the effects of CBD on human articular chondrocytes exposed …
U.S. Congress Expected to Take Up Marijuana Banking Bill Following Vote on Big Beautiful Bill, Says Key Lobbyist
Congress is expected to return to marijuana banking reform later this year, with insiders calling it the best chance yet for the long-stalled legislation to become law. “In my mind, we have a really, really good opportunity to get SAFE Banking done during this Congress,” said David Culver, senior vice president of the U.S. Cannabis …
Connecticut Legislature Passes Bill to Overhaul Cannabis and Hemp Regulations, Including Establishing Cannabis Control Division
The Connecticut Legislature has given final approval to a cannabis and hemp regulation bill, advancing it to Governor Ned Lamont for consideration. The legislation, Substitute House Bill 7181, officially designated as Public Act 25-166, introduces substantial reforms to how cannabis, hemp, tobacco, and related products are licensed, enforced, and sold within the state. The measure …
Study: Microwave Extraction Method Maximizes Antioxidants and CBD From Cannabis Leaves
A new peer-reviewed study published in the journal Measurement: Food has identified the most effective way to extract antioxidants and cannabidiol (CBD) from cannabis leaves using microwave-assisted extraction (MAE). Researchers from Kasetsart University and the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce in Thailand used response surface methodology and a Box-Behnken design to optimize MAE …
Study: CBD Oil-Infused Biopolymer Film Packaging Withstands Moisture, Degrades Quickly, and Kills Bacteria
A new study published in Polymer Testing explores how hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) oil and boronic acid-functionalized chitosan can be used to create more durable, sustainable, and antimicrobial biopolymer packaging. Researchers from Copernicus University and Poznan University in Poland developed starch-based films infused with 3% cannabis oil, then enhanced them through a cross-linking technique using chitosan …
Two Massachusetts Hemp Bills Scheduled for July 9 Public Hearing in Joint Committee on Agriculture
Two competing bills that could significantly reshape the hemp industry in Massachusetts are both set to receive a public hearing on July 9. The Joint Committee on Agriculture has scheduled a hearing from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Room A-1 to consider both House Bill 117 and Senate Bill 54, each filed in February …
California: Alien Labs Cannabis Flower Recalled Due to Aspergillus Contamination, Sold in Multiple Counties
The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has issued a mandatory recall for a marijuana flower product from Alien Labs due to contamination with Aspergillus spp., a potentially harmful mold. The recall, announced June 26, affects a product labeled as “Alien Labs Flower,” produced and packaged by 2JC LLC under license number C11-0001367-LIC. Specifically, the …
Nebraska: Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Medical Marijuana Law
A Nebraska judge has dismissed a lawsuit that sought to overturn the state’s medical marijuana law approved by voters through initiatives 437 and 438. The lawsuit was filed by former State Senator John Kuehn (R), who argued that because marijuana remains illegal under federal law, the initiatives should be deemed unconstitutional. The suit named Governor …
Study: Hemp Seed Oil Significantly Improves Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Symptoms
New research published in Current Issues in Pharmacy and Medical Sciences found that a hemp seed oil-based topical emulsion led to a marked improvement in symptoms of atopic dermatitis. Researchers from the Medical University of Silesia, University of Opole, and De Montfort University in the UK conducted a three-month interventional study on a 23-year-old male …
Study: 37% of California Adults Have Used Marijuana Recently, Many Daily and for Mental Health Benefits
A new study finds that over a third of adults in California currently use marijuana, with many reporting daily consumption and perceived health benefits, particularly for mental and emotional well-being. Published in the peer-reviewed journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, the study draws on data from the Impact 64 study and includes responses from over 15,000 …
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