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Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 15, 2022. Posted in Policy.

From Gun Bans To Driving Limits: The International War On The Rights Of Medical Cannabis Users

In the United States, the Biden Administration is in favour of banning gun ownership for medical users. In Germany, there is an ongoing...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 15, 2022. Posted in Policy, Science.

Spanish General Counsel Of Official Colleges Of Physicians Plans To Train Doctors In Cannabis Care

The formal approval of cannabis for medical purposes in Spain has created a demand to train doctors in prescribing medical cannabis The...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 15, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Colombian President Considers Removing License Prerequisite For Cannabis Cultivation

Newly sworn-in President Gustavo Petro is on the cusp of a revolutionary new national stance on cannabis cultivation – namely...

Written by Frank Schuler on August 15, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Hong Kong Taking First Steps To Crack Down On CBD

Earlier this summer government officials in Hong Kong announced that they are pursuing a plan to prohibit CBD entirely. The announcement...

Written by Johnny Green on August 15, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Ontario’s Cannabis Industry Model Needs A Revamp

On August 5th a third-party distribution center in Ontario, Canada named Domain Logistics was subjected to a cyber attack that...

Written by Johnny Green on August 15, 2022. Posted in Policy.

French Senators Tout Benefits Of Cannabis Legalization

France, like every other country on planet earth, is home to adult-use cannabis consumers and medical cannabis patients. Whether the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 15, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Canada To Spend CA $200 Million Annually On Cannabis For Veterans

The Canadian government is reimbursing more than double the amount for veterans’ cannabis reimbursement than it did just three...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 15, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Brittney Griner Sentenced To Over 9 Years Hard Labour For Cannabis Possession In Russia

The WNBA star, arrested at the airport in February with less than a gram of cannabis oil, is bringing global attention to the issue of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 8, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Minister Of Justice In Germany’s Largest State Expresses Support For Cannabis Legalization

Benjamin Limbach is the new Minister of Justice of North Rhine-Westphalia and has stated that he considers the legalization of cannabis...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 8, 2022. Posted in Policy.

UK’s Top Contender For Prime Minister Criticized For U-Turn On Cannabis Reform

In an increasingly bitter and close race, Tory rival for the top political job, Rishi Sunak has criticized Liz Truss for her flip-flop...

Written by Johnny Green on August 7, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Leading Public Health Expert Calls For Slovenia To Embrace Cannabis Reform

Slovenia is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Located in central Europe, Slovenia is bordered by Austria, Hungary, Croatia, and...

Written by Frank Schuler on August 7, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Are Banking Concerns Really Delaying Cannabis Reform In Belize?

Lawmakers in Belize previously passed the ‘Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Control and Licensing Bill 2022.’ The measure passed...

Written by Frank Schuler on August 7, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Cannabis Purchasing Habits Continue To Shift In British Columbia

British Columbia has long been home to a vibrant and robust cannabis community. People have flocked to British Columbia for cannabis...

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Written by Johnny Green on August 7, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Finding The Right Balance Among European Cannabis Industry Regulatory Models

The entire European continent seems to be trending towards legalization for the most part, and for the small group of nations that are...

Written by Johnny Green on August 7, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Prohibition Is An Inhumane Governing Policy Everywhere That It Exists

Various arguments and talking points are offered up by cannabis prohibitions to ‘justify’ keeping cannabis prohibition...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Germany Or The U.S.: Who Will Go First On Federal Cannabis Reform?

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act introduced in the U.S. Senate in late July, removes cannabis from the Controlled...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Switzerland Legalizes Medical Cannabis And Allows Exports

The Swiss government has joined other European countries in fully legalizing medical cannabis for domestic use, and export Switzerland...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on August 1, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

The End of Israeli Public Cannabis Companies?

Before the pandemic, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange was bubbling. Now the Tel Aviv Exchange is dropping the Cannabis Index. What gives? In...

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Written by Johnny Green on August 1, 2022. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

Recapping A Historic International Cannabis Business Conference In Berlin

Whether you are a passionate cannabis enthusiast or just a passive cannabis industry observer, you are surely well aware of the fact...

Written by Frank Schuler on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Smuggling Continues To Decline Along US/Mexico Border

Cannabis advocates have long pointed out that when cannabis is prohibited, people still consume it. That may seem obvious, however,...

Written by Frank Schuler on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

License Process To Cultivate Cannabis In Ghana Deemed Unconstitutional

Ghana is one of several countries on the African continent that is working towards making a meaningful impact in the emerging global...

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Written by Frank Schuler on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Survey Finds Majority Support For Medical Cannabis In Brazil

Medical cannabis is technically legal in Brazil, however, the country’s medical cannabis program is extremely limited. For most...

Written by Frank Schuler on August 1, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Thailand’s Public Health Minister Does Not Support Recriminalizing Cannabis Again

Earlier this year Thailand implemented a historic law that dramatically changed the nation’s cannabis policies. Low-THC cannabis...

Written by Johnny Green on July 30, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Another Grim Reminder Of Singapore’s Horrific Cannabis Laws

More and more people around the globe are taking part in new cannabis freedoms thanks to cannabis policies being reformed either by...

Written by Johnny Green on July 30, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Lawmaker In India: Promote Cannabis, Not Alcohol

Historically, cannabis was portrayed as ‘the scourge of man’ in film and by mainstream media. The related reefer...

Written by Johnny Green on July 30, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Push For Adult-Use Legalization Gains Momentum In Colombia

Colombia is not new to the international cannabis scene. For many decades Colombian cannabis has served as a top source for cannabis...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Unprecedented Speech By German Drugs Commissioner At Cannabis Conference In Berlin

The Commissioner on Narcotic Drugs at the Federal Ministry of Health spoke as the keynote address to a packed auditorium, kicking off...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 26, 2022. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy, Science.

Multiple National Cannabis Missions At International Cannabis Business Conference In Berlin

Multiple economic missions had booths at the conference last week – the beginning of an international trend While the scale of the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

First Of Its Kind Multilateral EU Policy Meeting On Cannabis Held In Luxembourg

The first of many high-level meetings on the legalization of cannabis was held in Luxembourg between representatives from Germany,...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Indonesia Sees Setback In Medical Cannabis Reform

The Asian country appears to be on the fast track to follow Thailand into the medical cannabis reform column. Unfortunately, the...

Written by Johnny Green on July 26, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Will The United States Ever Legalize Cannabis Federally?

The negative impact of cannabis prohibition in the United States goes far beyond the country’s borders. Every country around the...

Written by Johnny Green on July 18, 2022. Posted in Policy.

World Athletics President: Reconsider Cannabis Policies

Athletic competition plays a huge role in society across the planet. Some sports are more popular than others in any given part of the...

Written by Johnny Green on July 18, 2022. Posted in Policy.

European Parliament Members Form New Cannabis Reform Group

The European continent is in the midst of a cannabis revolution with policies being reformed for the better in a growing number of...

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Written by Johnny Green on July 18, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Senator Proposes Cannabis Tax In Uruguay

Uruguay will forever hold the title of being the first country on earth to pass a nationwide adult-use cannabis legalization measure....

Written by Johnny Green on July 18, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Reform Saga Continues In Bermuda

Bermuda was on a path to making significant cannabis policy reforms this year. However, all of the progress hit a dead end when the...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 11, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cutting Edge German Cannabis Possession Case Decided On Appeal

A Lübeck appeals court has exonerated a father and son of possession on the basis of “emergency” treatment. The case...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 11, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Home Grow In Italy: Just Around The Corner?

The country is poised to follow a trend seen in multiple European countries – namely introducing recreational reform with a...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 11, 2022. Posted in Policy.

The Bleeding Edge Of International Cannabis Reform Is Being Forged By Women

Women are on the front lines of the war to legalize cannabis – and paying a heavy price There are two high-profile cannabis cases...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 11, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Will Boris Johnson’s Departure As Prime Minister Speed British Cannabis Reform?

The controversial politician was forced to announce his resignation last week. How will this affect the pace of British cannabis...

Written by Frank Schuler on July 7, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Argentina’s Supreme Court Upholds Medical Cannabis Cultivation Rights

Medical cannabis advocates have tried for many years to get home cultivation officially approved in Argentina. Unfortunately, it has...

Written by Frank Schuler on July 7, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Lawmaker Survey Finds Strong Support For Cannabis Reform In Guernsey

Guernsey is an island located within the English Channel off the coast of Normandy. It’s part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, a...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 5, 2022. Posted in Policy.

The German Cannabis Legalization Hearings

The several weeks-long hearing process has now come to an end. These are the takeaway high points The hearings on the legalization of...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 5, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Employment Law And Cannabis In South Africa

An employment case over personal (and medical use) has caught the attention of a country in transition on cannabis reform The issue of...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 5, 2022. Posted in Business, Policy.

Isle Of Man Issues First Medical Cannabis License

The island off the northwest coast of England is moving into the medical cannabis game The Isle of Man, located to the west of the UK...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on July 4, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Related Political Prisoner? The Brittney Griner Case Goes To Court

The two-time Gold Medallist faces up to 10 years in prison for possession of less than 1 gram of cannabis. Critics are crying foul...

Written by Johnny Green on July 4, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Why Is It Taking So Long To Legalize Cannabis Cultivation In Italy?

Formal talks to explore legalizing cannabis home cultivation nationwide in Italy are officially underway. Per Corriere delle Alpi as of...

Written by Frank Schuler on July 4, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Indonesia Exploring Medical Cannabis Reform

Indonesia is home to some of the harshest cannabis penalties on earth. In fact, people can still receive the death penalty as a...

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Written by Frank Schuler on June 29, 2022. Posted in Policy, Science.

Pakistan’s Ministry Of Science And Technology Is Forming Cannabis Authority

Industrial hemp is legal in Pakistan, with the country harvesting its first legal hemp crop late last year. Unfortunately, all other...

Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 29, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Cannabis Use Increases Across The World

According to the UN, legalization and the Pandemic have increased use globally The UN Office on Drugs and Crime has come to an...

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Written by Marguerite Arnold on June 29, 2022. Posted in Policy.

Setting Cannabis Home Grow Standards Across Europe

Current proposals range from 4-5 plants – but is this a number based on any kind of reality? Malta has just allowed it. Luxembourg...