Tilray Brands is marking the seventh anniversary of marijuana legalization in Canada by highlighting its role as the country’s leading cannabis company by revenue. Canada legalized marijuana nationwide on October 17, 2018, becoming the first G7 nation to do so. Since then, Tilray has grown into the market leader with a portfolio that includes Aphria, …
Two of Three New York Mayoral Candidates Say They’ve Purchased Cannabis From a Legal Shop
In a debate held yesterday, two of the three candidates running to be the next mayor of New York City answered in the affirmative when asked if they’ve purchased cannabis from a legal shop. At the conclusion of the two-hour NBC New York debate, one of the moderators asked “Have you ever purchased anything in …
Massachusetts Bill to Protect Gun Rights for Medical Marijuana Patients Set for Public Hearing on October 31
Legislation to protect the second amendment rights of medical cannabis patients is moving forward in the Massachusetts Legislature, with a public hearing scheduled for October 31, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. in Gardner Auditorium. The hearing, which will give both the public and lawmakers an opportunity to speak on the bill, will be held before the …
Vermont Marijuana Sales Hit Record High in August, Year-to-Date Totals Climb
Vermont marijuana sales surged to a new monthly record in August, with taxable sales reaching $13.64 million and generating $1.91 million in excise taxes. The August figure marks the highest month of cannabis sales since the launch of Vermont’s regulated market, edging past July’s $13.22 million.
Blank Rome LLP to Host Ninth Annual State of the Cannabis Industry Conference on October 27 in Boston
Blank Rome LLP, a national Am Law 100 law firm, will host its ninth annual State of the Cannabis Industry conference on October 27 in Boston, bringing together executives, regulators, and financial leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the multibillion-dollar marijuana market. The event, running from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the …
Controlled Trial: CBD/CBDA Paste Reduces Osteoarthritis Pain in Cats
A study published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery found that a cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) paste reduced osteoarthritis pain in cats. Researchers from Utrecht University and ElleVet Sciences conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial involving 26 cats with diagnosed osteoarthritis. Fourteen cats completed the study, while 12 dropped out—primarily …
Study: CBD Shows Potential for Treating Cardiovascular Disease
A new review published in the International Journal of Molecular Science explores how cannabidiol (CBD) and other phytocannabinoids may benefit cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death worldwide. Researchers from the University Hospital of Split detail how the endocannabinoid system—through CB1 and CB2 receptors—plays a central role in cardiovascular health. Preclinical studies suggest that selectively …
Study: Wastewater Analysis Finds Cannabis Use Rising in Japan With CBD Use Far More Prevalent
A study published this week in Forensic Science International used wastewater testing to track the prevalence of cannabis and CBD use in Japan between 2020 and 2023. Researchers from The University of Queensland and Kanazawa University found that the “prevalence of THC use remained low in Japan compared to other countries despite a steady increase in …
Case Report Finds Full-Spectrum Cannabis Oil With CBD and THC Reduces Pain and Improves Sleep in Patient With TMD
A case report published in the Brazilian Journal of Biology finds that full-spectrum cannabis oil may be an effective treatment for chronic pain and sleep dysfunction associated with myofascial temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Researchers from Universidade Federal da Paraíba and Universidade de São Paulo studied a 28-year-old woman with chronic muscular TMD and poor sleep quality …
Washington D.C. Council Approves Bill Extending Medical Cannabis Licenses, Sending it to Mayor Bowser
The Washington D.C. Council has approved the Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Emergency Amendment Act of 2025, formally sending it to Mayor Muriel Bowser for consideration. The measure amends the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999 to extend the expiration dates of conditional licenses for medical cannabis businesses. Specifically, it changes the …
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