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Former Texas Governor Rick Perry Champions Ibogaine Research at Dallas Documentary Films Event
DALLAS – Former Texas Governor Rick Perry called for broader access to ibogaine, a psychedelic compound derived from the African iboga shrub, during a panel discussion following a screening of documentary clips on Thursday night. ...
Poll Finds Broad Voter Support for Legal Hemp with Stricter Safeguards
WASHINGTON – A national survey released this week reveals that a solid majority of American voters back the continued legality of consumable hemp products, provided federal authorities introduce tougher safety and licensing rules aimed at ...
Alternaleaf Rolls Out Targeted Cannabis Program for UK Women’s Health Issues
LONDON – Alternaleaf, the United Kingdom's online medical Cannabis clinic, launched a new service this week aimed at treating gynecological and hormonal disorders with therapies involving Cannabis. The initiative marks the first of its kind ...
The Scrappy Cannabis Retailer’s Playbook
LOS ANGELES- A Practical Guide to Building a Smarter Marketing System by Tim Naughton. The Cannabis retail landscape is competitive, taxed heavily, and increasingly crowded by new entrants including Hemp and THCA brands selling direct ...
NY OCM Shifts to Metrc for Inventory Tracking
NEW YORK – New York's Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has decided to replace BioTrack and announced transition to Metrc as the state's official seed-to-sale tracking system, following a review prompted by a corporate deal ...
Curaleaf Set to Join S&P/TSX Composite Index
STAMFORD – Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. announced it has been selected for inclusion to the S&P/TSX Composite Index later this month, marking it as the initial U.S.-headquartered company in the sector to achieve this status. The ...
Maryland Collects $18.4M in Cannabis Tax Revenue for April-June Quarter
ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland Comptroller's Office issued a quarterly report showing the state gathered more than $18.4 million in sales tax from adult-use Cannabis between April and June 2025, a period that saw the Central ...
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry Champions Ibogaine Research at Dallas Documentary Films Event
DALLAS – Former Texas Governor Rick Perry called for broader access to ibogaine, a psychedelic compound derived from the African iboga shrub, during a panel discussion following a screening of documentary clips on Thursday night. ...
Poll Finds Broad Voter Support for Legal Hemp with Stricter Safeguards
WASHINGTON – A national survey released this week reveals that a solid majority of American voters back the continued legality of consumable hemp products, provided federal authorities introduce tougher safety and licensing rules aimed at ...
Alternaleaf Rolls Out Targeted Cannabis Program for UK Women’s Health Issues
LONDON – Alternaleaf, the United Kingdom's online medical Cannabis clinic, launched a new service this week aimed at treating gynecological and hormonal disorders with therapies involving Cannabis. The initiative marks the first of its kind ...
Cannabis Legalization Yields Over $20 Billion in Tax Revenue
LOS ANGELES- The wave of cannabis legalization across the United States is creating a significant economic impact, with legalized states collectively generating over $20 billion in tax revenue from adult-use cannabis sales. This milestone not ...
Colorado Survey Shows Significant Drop in Teen Cannabis Use
LOS ANGELES- The latest Healthy Kids Colorado Survey reveals a notable decline in cannabis use among high school students, with a 37% decrease in reported use over the past month from 2013 to 2023. Additionally, ...
Inspector General Calls for Receiver for Dysfunctional Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission
LOS ANGELES- The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) is in such disarray that lawmakers need to appoint a receiver to manage the regulatory agency, according to a recent letter from the state's inspector general. Inspector ...
Dutch State Committee Report on MDMA Highlights Public Health and Therapeutic Uses
LOS ANGELES- On June 6, 2024, the Dutch State Committee MDMA presented its report titled "MDMA: Beyond Ecstasy" to the Dutch Minister of Medical Care. The six-member committee, chaired by Brigit Toebes and co-chaired by ...
New York Task Force Shuts Down Over 100 Illegal Cannabis Dispensaries in Three Weeks
LOS ANGELES- Since its inception three weeks ago, New York’s task force dedicated to shutting down illegal cannabis dispensaries has closed 114 storefronts. The enforcement actions, which have led to the seizure of more than ...
California State Fair Introduces Cannabis Sales and Consumption Area
LOS ANGELES- This year’s California State Fair, beginning July 12 in Sacramento, will feature cannabis sales and a designated consumption area, signaling the growing acceptance of cannabis in mainstream America. This marks the first time ...
Highly Capitalized: ‘Inside Cultivation with Advanced Nutrients’
LOS ANGELES — Highly Capitalized Network is thrilled to introduce “Inside Cultivation with Advanced Nutrients,” a new online news show that will air fortnightly on HighlyCapitalized.com. This program aims to provide deep insights into cannabis ...
Psilocybin Study Highlights Potential for Psychiatric Treatment
LOS ANGELES- A recent study available through the National Library of Medicine provides new insights into the use of psilocybin for treating psychiatric disorders and its potential in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. This study is the first to ...
High Tide Inc. Secures $15 Million Financing to Support Canadian Expansion
LOS ANGELES- High Tide Inc., known for its innovative approach to cannabis retailing, has announced a significant financial maneuver to facilitate its growth plans across Canada. Under the leadership of CEO Raj Grover, the company ...
Texas Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Local Cannabis Reforms
LOS ANGELES- A Texas judge has dismissed a lawsuit by Attorney General Ken Paxton that sought to nullify voter-approved local cannabis decriminalization ordinances in Austin, Denton, Elgin, Killeen, and San Marcos. Last week, a Texas ...
Study Shows Reduced Opioid Prescriptions Near Cannabis Dispensaries
LOS ANGELES- A recent study has found that communities in Oregon with cannabis dispensaries nearby have lower rates of opioid prescriptions. The research, titled “Recreational cannabis dispensary access effects on prescription opioid use and mortality,” ...
Minnesota Codifies Ban on Cannabis Odor as Sole Reason for Searches
LOS ANGELES- Minnesota lawmakers have codified a Minnesota Supreme Court decision that prevents law enforcement from using the smell of cannabis as the sole basis for searching a vehicle. This decision follows the legalization of cannabis ...
AMA Approves Support for Drug Decriminalization
LOS ANGELES- The American Medical Association (AMA) voted to support drug decriminalization at its annual House of Delegates meeting in Chicago on June 12. MD/PhD candidate Ryan Englander highlighted the inefficacy of the war on ...
Michigan Surpasses California in Cannabis Sales Volume
LOS ANGELES- Michigan has overtaken California as the largest cannabis market in the U.S. in terms of sales volume, according to data from multiple market intelligence firms. Michigan surpassed California over the winter in the ...
Psychedelics Linked to Improved Cognitive Functioning in Older Adults
LOS ANGELES- Older individuals who have used psychedelics exhibit better cognitive functioning and fewer depressive symptoms compared to those who have not, according to new research published in Gerontology & Geriatric Medicine. However, psychedelic usage ...
