Oct 30 2024
A Queens judge has deemed New York City’s crackdown on unlicensed cannabis retailers unconstitutional, casting doubt on the city’s aggressive approach to curb illicit marijuana sales. The Associated Press reports that Mayor Eric Adams plans to appeal the ruling, which endangers his “Operation Padlock” initiative that is designed to shutdown unlicensed marijuana stores in order …
Oct 30 2024
A new study from Colombia’s Universidad de Antioquia, published in the peer reviewed journal Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoids, highlights CBD-rich oil as a treatment option for neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). In a two-year prospective study, researchers observed that a majority of patients experienced significant improvements in symptoms and a reduction in caregiver …
Oct 30 2024
A study published in the peer reviewed journal Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoid and e-published by the National Library of Medicine reveals promising findings on the impact of high-THC marijuana on PTSD symptoms. The real-world, observational study examined 58 UK civilians who had prior cannabis experience and a confirmed PTSD diagnosis, with data sourced from the …
Oct 30 2024
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has signed the Medical Cannabis Clarification Amendment Act (Council Bill 25-581) into law. The bill, approved by the full council earlier this month, was signed into law by Mayor Bowser on Monday, three days before the deadline for her response. The new law enhances enforcement measures against unlicensed cannabis businesses by …
Oct 29 2024
A new study highlights the potential of cannabis-derived compounds as effective agents against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial infections. The study is being published in the upcoming issue of the European Journal of Microbiology and Immunology, and it was published online ahead of print by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. “The number of human infections with …
Oct 29 2024
A study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, led by Professor Bernard Lerer from the Department of Psychiatry at the Hadassah—Hebrew University Medical Center shows promising results for using psilocybin as a potential treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Tourette’s syndrome. The study, titled “Striking Long Term Beneficial Effects of Single Dose Psilocybin and Psychedelic Mushroom Extract in the …
Oct 29 2024
Costa Rica has officially concluded the licensing process for businesses in the hemp industry, finalizing 57 licenses for hemp cultivation and production. The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) recently awarded the licenses, marking the culmination of a process that began two years prior. The licenses, each valid for six years, primarily cover operations in …
Oct 29 2024
As the holiday season approaches, cannabis consumers often seek strains that capture the spirit of the season. From Christmas-inspired names to flavors reminiscent of holiday favorites, these strains offer both seasonal appeal and current popularity, making them readily available in most states where cannabis is legal. Whether you’re selecting for yourself or as a gift, …
Oct 29 2024
The Arizona Dispensaries Association (ADA) today announced an historic milestone for the state’s marijuana industry: Starting November 1, 2024, marijuana deliveries will be available to adult-use consumers across Arizona. Previously, legal marijuana delivery services were only available to the state’s medical marijuana patients. The expansion represents a significant step forward for Arizona’s marijuana market and …
Oct 28 2024
The Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis has announced 26 winners of medical marijuana cultivation and processing licenses in a lottery managed by the Kentucky Lottery Corporation. The lottery, held today, granted licenses in four categories: Tier I-III cultivators and processors. Among the successful applicants were Jefferson County’s 1248 KYP LLC and Synapse Remedies LLC, announced …
