New Mexico’s marijuana industry generated $48.6 million in sales during August, adding to what has already been a strong year for the market. With this latest figure, sales for 2025 have climbed to $383.7 million, according to the state’s Regulation and Licensing Department.
Study: CBD Reduces Seizures in 68% of Patients, With Genetic Variants Influencing Response
A new study published in Frontiers in Pharmacology found that CBD reduced seizure frequency in 68% of patients with drug-resistant epilepsy, with genetic differences possibly explaining why some do not respond. Researchers in Mexico analyzed 47 pediatric and adult patients who had incorporated CBD into their treatment plans for at least six months. All patients …
Study: Encapsulated Cannabis Extracts Show Potent Antimicrobial Effects in Dermatology
A study published in Frontiers in Medicine has found that encapsulating cannabis extracts in chitosan nanoparticles may make them a promising option for treating skin infections and supporting wound healing. Researchers from the Czech University of Life Sciences, Universitat Politècnica de València-Universitat de València, and Charles University examined extracts from three cannabis strains: Chocolope (THCA-A …
World’s Largest Cannabis Dispensary Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
The Great Smoky Cannabis Company in Cherokee, North Carolina has now been open for more than a year, marking a milestone that some believed wouldn’t arrive without legal or political disruption. “From day one to year one—none of this would be possible without YOU”, said the company in a social media post. “Here’s to making …
August Marijuana Sales Reach Nearly $24 Million in Maine, Bringing Year-to-Date Total to Around $165 Million
Maine’s legal marijuana industry reported $23,911,339 in sales during August, the second highest monthly total ever for the state, topped only by the $23,951,539 sold in August 2024. The total came from 465,498 transactions, keeping 2025 on pace to set another yearly record, according to new figures from the Office of Cannabis Policy. Sales were …
NBC News Poll Finds Only 27% of American Adults Believe Cannabis Legalization is Bad for Society
A new NBC News Decision Desk poll finds that less than 30% of American voters think marijuana legalization has been harmful to society, underscoring the growing acceptance of legal cannabis across the country. According to the survey, conducted between August 13 and September 1, only 27% of respondents said they believe legalizing marijuana is a …
Curaleaf Becomes First U.S. Cannabis Operator Added to S&P/TSX Composite Index
Curaleaf Holdings has been added to the S&P/TSX Composite Index, making it the only cannabis company currently included in Canada’s benchmark equity index. The move, effective September 22, positions the company among the highest-capitalized and most actively traded stocks on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
Clinical Trial Finds CBD Reduces Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Without Increasing Alcohol Use
CBD may help reduce short-term symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress without increasing alcohol use, according to a new clinical trial published in Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental. Researchers at the University of Colorado examined 172 participants, most of them women with an average age of 30. Participants were either assigned THC-dominant cannabis, CBD-dominant cannabis, …
Morocco Authorizes 67 Cannabis Products for Sale
Morocco has approved licenses for 67 cannabis-based products, marking one of the country’s most significant steps yet in building a regulated legal market. The approvals include 26 cosmetic products and 41 dietary supplements, each registered with the Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products. That registration is required before the items can be sold domestically …
Oklahoma Cannabis Legalization Initiative Now Available for Signing at Over 450 Locations, Interactive Map Available
An Oklahoma initiative that would legalize recreational cannabis is now available for signing at more than 450 locations, with an interactive map available showing each spot. The initiative campaign, led by Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action, has been continually expanding its statewide network of petition hosting locations throughout the state, with petitions currently available to …
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