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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Cannabis Callus Extract Shows Promise as Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Cosmetic Ingredient, Finds Study
Researchers in South Korea have found that an extract made from in vitro-grown cannabis callus tissue may be a valuable new addition to skincare products, thanks to its strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. The study, conducted by a team at Dongguk University and published in the journal Plants, focused on Cannabis sativa L. callus extract …
Study: Silver and Gold Nanoparticles Made From Cannabis Waste Kill Drug-Resistant Bacteria
A new study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research and indexed by the U.S. National Library of Medicine has found that silver and gold nanoparticles synthesized using cannabis waste extract have strong antibacterial effects against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a drug-resistant bacteria commonly linked to hospital infections. The research was conducted by scientists at the University …
Texas Committee Schedules April 14 Public Hearing on Bill to Expand Access to Medical Cannabis
A House subcommittee has scheduled a public hearing on legislation that would expand Texas’ medical cannabis program. The House Disease Prevention & Women’s & Children’s Health Subcommittee has scheduled a public hearing on House Bill 46, set to take place on April 14 at 8am at the state capitol, room E2.030. The hearing was originally …
Colorado Approves First Psilocybin Therapy Center in Downtown Denver
The Center Origin in downtown Denver has become the first facility in Colorado to receive a state license to offer psychedelic therapy under the Natural Medicine Health Act. Licensed by the Colorado Department of Revenue’s Natural Medicine Division, The Center Origin was officially approved on April 11. Located on Blake Street, the center will provide …
Colorado Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Allow Marijuana Deliveries to Hotels and Expand Event Sales
House Bill 1331 was filed yesterday in Colorado to expand the locations where licensed marijuana businesses can deliver and sell products. Filed by State Representatives William Lindstedt (D) and Naquetta Ricks (D), the bill has been assigned to the House Business Affairs & Labor Committee. The proposed law would allow social equity marijuana license holders …
Ontario Cannabis Sales Top $150 Million in March
Ontario marijuana retailers generated $150.84 million in sales in March, according to newly released data from Seattle-based research firm Headset. The total marks a slight 2% decline compared to March 2024. Despite the modest dip, overall marijuana sales in Ontario have reached approximately $450 million for the first three months of 2025, keeping the province …
Washington House Approves Bill to Limit Financial Agreements Between Marijuana Retailers, Sending it Back to Senate
The Washington House of Representatives has passed legislation to restrict financial interest agreements among marijuana retail businesses, a move supporters say will curb vertical integration and increase market fairness. Approved on a 57 to 37 vote, Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5403 would bar individuals or entities with ownership in a licensed marijuana retail business from …
How Long Cannabis Stays in Your System: Urine, Hair, and Saliva Tests Explained
Understanding how long cannabis remains detectable in your system is crucial for some people, especially for those who consume the plant regularly and need to prepare for a drug test. Although marijuana contains dozens of compounds, most drug tests are designed to detect THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). THC is the primary psychoactive component responsible for the plant’s …
Delaware Senate Committee Approves Bill Limiting County Restrictions on Marijuana Businesses
Senate Bill 75, which would limit the power of Delaware counties to restrict marijuana businesses, has been approved by the Senate Elections & Government Affairs Committee in a 3 to 1 vote. The legislation would ensure that marijuana retail and cultivation operations can function more freely in certain zones while still preserving local control for …
New Hampshire Senate Committee Schedules Public Hearing on House-Backed Psilocybin Decrim Bill
Legislation to decriminalize psilocybin in New Hampshire is scheduled for a public hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee on April 15 at 1:50 p.m. in Room 100 of the State House. House Bill 528, filed by State Representative Kevin Verville (R), was approved by the full House last month with strong bipartisan support. Originally written …
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