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Trump Signs Funding Measure Ending Historic 43-Day Government Shutdown, Bans Hemp-Derived THC Products
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump signed a bipartisan spending package that reopens the federal government after a 43-day impasse, marking the longest such closure in American history. Tucked into the legislation, however, are new limits ...
Opinion: Lean In? Sometimes You Have To Lean Out
LOS ANGELES- For years, women have been told that if we want to succeed, we need to “lean in.” Work twice as hard to get half as much. Push through. Prove ourselves. Be unstoppable. And ...
OPINION: Careful What You Wish For, You Might End Up With A 12-Inch Pianist
LOS ANGELES- The regulated cannabis industry should be collectively objecting to the language in the Big Beautiful Bill that effectively makes intoxicating hemp products illegal in 12 months. They should be screaming from the roof ...
Ex-Curaleaf Executive Files Suit Alleging Ignored Warnings on Inventory Shortfalls at Illinois Facility
LOS ANGELES – A former compliance director for Curaleaf Holdings Inc. has filed a federal lawsuit accusing the Cannabis MSO of overlooking repeated alerts about missing inventory and unlicensed pesticide applications at its Illinois cultivation ...
Alcohol Trade Group Welcomes Hemp-Derived THC Beverage Maker as First in Category
WASHINGTON – The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), a key advocacy organization for the beverage alcohol distribution sector, has accepted CannaBuzz, a Kentucky-based producer of hemp-derived THC drinks, as its inaugural associate member ...
Verano Secures $75M Credit Agreement
CHICAGO – Verano Holdings Corp. has finalized a $75 million revolving credit facility, drawing $50 million immediately to pay down higher-cost debt and leaving $25 million on tap for future needs. The deal, arranged by ...
EU Releases Cannapol Toolkit to Aid Member States in Crafting Adult-Use Cannabis Rules
BRUSSELS – The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) unveiled the Cannapol toolkit, a set of resources intended to help national governments build regulated markets for recreational Cannabis. Developed over months of consultation with experts and ...
Trump Signs Funding Measure Ending Historic 43-Day Government Shutdown, Bans Hemp-Derived THC Products
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump signed a bipartisan spending package that reopens the federal government after a 43-day impasse, marking the longest such closure in American history. Tucked into the legislation, however, are new limits ...
Opinion: Lean In? Sometimes You Have To Lean Out
LOS ANGELES- For years, women have been told that if we want to succeed, we need to “lean in.” Work twice as hard to get half as much. Push through. Prove ourselves. Be unstoppable. And ...
OPINION: Careful What You Wish For, You Might End Up With A 12-Inch Pianist
LOS ANGELES- The regulated cannabis industry should be collectively objecting to the language in the Big Beautiful Bill that effectively makes intoxicating hemp products illegal in 12 months. They should be screaming from the roof ...
Maryland Launches Cannabis Workforce Development Program
LOS ANGELES- Maryland is set to launch a new Cannabis Workforce Development Program, aimed at supporting residents interested in joining the state's expanding cannabis industry. The program will prioritize individuals and communities directly impacted by ...
Virginia Cannabis Control Authority Postpones Decision on Medical Cannabis License
LOS ANGELES- The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) has delayed its decision to award a medical cannabis license for Health Service Area 1, which includes the Shenandoah Valley and parts of central Virginia. Originally scheduled ...
North Carolina Senate Approves Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill
LOS ANGELES- The North Carolina Senate has given final approval to a medical cannabis legalization bill, sending it to the House for consideration. This move marks a significant step toward legalizing medical cannabis in the ...
Daniela Williams Leading Paylient to New Heights in the Cannabis HR Space
LOS ANGELES – Paylient HR Solutions, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) tailored for the cannabis industry, proudly announces the appointment of Daniela Williams as their Chief Growth Officer (CGO). This strategic move signifies Paylient's commitment ...
Poland’s Medical Cannabis Sector Sees Rapid Growth Amid Decriminalization Debate
LOS ANGELES- The landscape of medical cannabis in Poland has experienced significant transformations in recent years. Surveys indicate strong public support for decriminalization, and the number of medical cannabis prescriptions has surged dramatically. However, challenges ...
Massachusetts Approves Historic Maritime Cannabis Transport
NEW YORK- The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has made a groundbreaking decision by permitting the first-ever maritime transport of state-legal cannabis between the mainland and the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. This historic ...
NCAA Removes Cannabis from Banned Substance List for Championships
NEW YORK- The NCAA Division I Council made a significant policy shift on Tuesday, voting to remove cannabinoids from the banned substance list for championships and postseason football participation, effective immediately. This decision marks a ...
Minnesota Receives Over 700 Social Equity Cannabis License Applications in 24 Hours
LOS ANGELES- Officials from the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management reported receiving more than 700 applications for social equity licenses within the first 24 hours of the application window opening. This surge in applications underscores ...
Cybin Inc. Reports Financial Results and Prepares for Phase 3 Study of Lead Drug CYB003
LOS ANGELES- Cybin Inc. announced its audited financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. The company, which currently has no revenue, reported cash holdings of C$209 million at the end of the ...
New Hampshire Residents Support Cannabis Legalization Despite Legislative Setback
LOS ANGELES- A recent poll by the University of New Hampshire Granite State Poll reveals that 65% of New Hampshire residents support legalizing cannabis for adult use, reflecting strong public backing. This contrasts sharply with ...
Brazil’s Supreme Court Decriminalizes Cannabis Possession for Personal Use
LOS ANGELES- Brazil's Supreme Court has voted to decriminalize the possession of cannabis for personal use, marking a significant change in the country's drug policy. This decision, reached after deliberations that began in 2015, reflects ...
Organigram Invests €14 Million in German Cannabis Firm Sanity Group
LOS ANGELES- Organigram Holdings Inc. has invested €14 million (~C$21 million) in Sanity Group, a German cannabis company. The investment comprises an €11.5 million unsecured convertible note and a €2.5 million equity stake, positioning Organigram ...
Ohio Approves First Provisional Dual Licenses, Paving the Way for Dispensary Rollout
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As Ohio inches closer to opening its doors to recreational cannabis sales, the state has taken a significant step forward by issuing the first provisional dual licenses to medical marijuana dispensaries. This ...
U.S. Cannabis Reforms Lead to 2.5 Million Pardons or Expungements
LOS ANGELES- Recent cannabis policy reforms in the United States have resulted in approximately 2.5 million pardons or expungements for cannabis-related convictions, according to a tally by the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana ...
Arizona Governor Signs Bill Allowing MDMA Therapy for First Responders with PTSD
LOS ANGELES- Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed a bill into law that enables firefighters and peace officers with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to receive workers' compensation coverage for MDMA therapy, contingent upon federal legalization. ...
