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Japanese Health Ministry Bans Six Synthetic Cannabinoids

Written by Hazel Norman on January 1, 2024. Posted in Policy.

Japan’s Health Ministry moved to pass a ban on certain synthetic cannabinoids this week, citing reported illnesses by consumers who stated they consumed gummy products infused with synthetic cannabinoids. All...

The Top Global Cannabis Stories Of 2023

Written by Johnny Green on December 25, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

This year was a big one from a cannabis perspective in terms of science, industry, and politics. Below is a round-up of the top stories from 2023 (in no particular order): Cannabis History Made In Slovenia Dr....

Ukrainian Medical Cannabis Legalization Awaits Presidential Signature

Written by Hazel Norman on December 25, 2023. Posted in Policy.

Lawmakers in Ukraine gave final approval this week to a measure that would legalize cannabis for medical purposes in certain instances. The medical cannabis legalization measure now awaits the signature...

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Cannabis Associated With Quality Of Life Improvements, Reduced Opioid Use

Written by Frank Schuler on December 25, 2023. Posted in Science.

The cannabis plant has been used by humans for many centuries due to its wellness benefits. An example of that is cannabis’ inclusion in Emperor Shen Nung’s (regarded as the father of Chinese...

Is The German SPD Parliamentary Group Against Legalization?

Written by Johnny Green on December 25, 2023. Posted in Policy.

The ongoing legalization saga in Germany often feels like something out of a soap opera. Since the summer of 2021, when the current governing coalition was elected in Germany, the push for legalization...

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Fewer Youth Say Cannabis Is “Easy” To Access Post-Canada Legalization

Written by Frank Schuler on December 25, 2023. Posted in Policy.

A popular talking point among cannabis opponents leading up to cannabis policy reform, including medical cannabis policy reform, is that reform will ‘increase youth access to cannabis.’...

THC Associated With Cognitive Improvements In Patients With Advanced Cancer

Written by Frank Schuler on December 25, 2023. Posted in Science.

Patients who are battling cancer experience any number of negative symptoms, including symptoms related to cognitive impairment. Cognitive impairment can come in many forms, including but not limited...

SDP Leadership: German Legalization Vote Expected In Early 2024

Written by Johnny Green on December 18, 2023. Posted in Policy.

As 2023 continues to wind down, cannabis advocates and policymakers in Germany are turning their focus to 2024 with hopes that it will prove to be the year that a long-awaited national adult-use cannabis...

Cannabis Associated With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Improvements

Written by Frank Schuler on December 18, 2023. Posted in Science.

One of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders that people are diagnosed with around the world is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The symptoms of the condition can look different...