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Onekama Township board votes down marijuana business proposal
by Scott Fraley on June 28, 2025
Board members remain opposed to marijuana grow operations and sales in Onekama, saying "no" to revisiting the discussion on cannabis businesses.
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He Built a $800 Million Cannabis Business—Now He’s Tackling the Blue-Collar Tech Gap with AI
by Forbes on June 27, 2025
Ryan Smith previously founded LeafLink, a wholesale marketplace (valued at $800 million) serving the cannabis industry. He sat down with Forbes reporter Zoya Hasan to share why he left the company to launch Mura, a new startup using AI to empower frontline workers, like the technicians who repair your AC.
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Thailand goes back on decriminalized marijuana
by Joshua Yang on June 27, 2025
Three years after opening the door to a cannabis industry maelstrom, Thailand has reversed course.
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Thailand Takes U-Turn on Cannabis Decriminalization, Reinstalls Drug Penalties
by Tony Lange on June 27, 2025
The Southeast Asia nation is tightening up its cannabis laws by recriminalizing non-medical sales three years after pioneering reform.
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New York Recalls 28 Cannabis Products With Materials Sourced From Out of State
by CBT Staff on June 27, 2025
The New York Office of Cannabis Management issued the recall for flower and pre-rolls produced with inputs from unlicensed entities.
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Onekama Township board votes down marijuana business proposal
by Scott Fraley on June 28, 2025
Board members remain opposed to marijuana grow operations and sales in Onekama, saying "no" to revisiting the discussion on cannabis businesses.
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Matt Gaetz Pictured Reviewing Contract To Provide Top Marijuana Company With ‘Administration-Related’ Support Amid Rescheduling Push
by Kyle Jaeger on June 27, 2025
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) was reportedly photographed reviewing a document that appears to be a draft contract to provide services—including “administration-related guidance”—to a firm affiliated with the major marijuana company Trulieve. The visible portion of the document describes a lucrative bonus if a certain “matter resolves,” with an “additional ‘Super Success Fee'” for other
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Thailand Takes U-Turn on Cannabis Decriminalization, Reinstalls Drug Penalties
by Tony Lange on June 27, 2025
The Southeast Asia nation is tightening up its cannabis laws by recriminalizing non-medical sales three years after pioneering reform.
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Newsom joins last-minute 'Hail Mary' to avert Calif. cannabis industry crisis
by Lester Black on June 27, 2025
The support comes just days before a widely feared tax hike.
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Business of Cannabis Awards 2025: We Have Our Winners
by Business of Cannabis on June 27, 2025
The shortlist for the second annual Business of Cannabis Awards, Europe’s leading celebration of excellence across the cannabis sector, have been announced today.
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At least three Enterprise CBD specialty stores among several suspected of violating Alabama law
by Jacklynn Lambert on June 28, 2025
Searches of several CBD specialty stores across the state Monday morning led to the seizure of a large amount of marijuana and other drug paraphernalia.
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Worker at Clanton CBD store recounts state raid
by Lisa Crane on June 27, 2025
State Attorney General says products seized are no different than what illegal drug dealers sell.
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CBD store raids and impending AL hemp ban spark 'Smoke Out' on state Capitol steps
by Sarah Clifton on June 27, 2025
Protesters plan to smoke on the Capitol steps at 4:20 p.m. in response to HB 445, which will ban smokable hemp products.
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Alabama law enforcement raids CBD shops for illegal THC levels across multiple cities
by Tyson Evans on June 27, 2025
On Monday, June 23, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), along with the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, district atto
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Tilray Medical maps cannabinoid pharmacokinetics in new study
by @hpcimedia on June 27, 2025
The research looked into the pharmacokinetic parameters and relative bioavailability of cannabis-derived THC and CBD
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Drug dealer tells judge to ‘shove it up your hole’ after €139k crime cash seized
by Eamon Dillon on June 28, 2025
A DRUG dealer told a judge to shove it “up your hole” after being told €139,156 in a frozen bank account would be handed over to the State.
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British boy (6) arrested in Mauritius after £1.6m of cannabis found in luggage
by Neil Fetherstonhaugh on June 28, 2025
A six-year-old British boy has been arrested in Mauritius after £1.6million of cannabis was found in the luggage of the group he was travelling with.
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6 year old British boy caught in £1.6m Mauritius drug bust as cannabis found in luggage
by News Desk on June 28, 2025
A 6-year-old British boy was detained in Mauritius after authorities discovered cannabis worth £1.6 million in his luggage, sparking outrage over the use of a minor in a sophisticated drug trafficking operation.
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Planted the plot with cannabis / 45-year-old man arrested, was taking care of the plants
by CNA on June 28, 2025
As part of Operation Coordination, a case of narcotics cultivation was uncovered in the village of Berzanë in the Zejmen Administrative Unit
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After Objections, CPD Agrees Officers Will Not Search Vehicles Based on Smell of Raw Cannabis: Reform Groups
by WTTW News on June 27, 2025
Chicago Police Department officials agreed to revise proposed new rules and prohibit officers from searching vehicles based on the smell of raw cannabis, a coalition of reform groups told the federal judge overseeing efforts to reform the Chicago Police Department.
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At least three Enterprise CBD specialty stores among several suspected of violating Alabama law
by Jacklynn Lambert on June 28, 2025
Searches of several CBD specialty stores across the state Monday morning led to the seizure of a large amount of marijuana and other drug paraphernalia.
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Worker at Clanton CBD store recounts state raid
by Lisa Crane on June 27, 2025
State Attorney General says products seized are no different than what illegal drug dealers sell.
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Alabama THC shops go up in smoke | News Radio 105.5 WERC
by @1055werc on June 27, 2025
AG's Office and ALEA allege local some "Smoke Shops" were selling illegal THC products
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Multi-agency operation leads to seizure of drug paraphernalia and marijuana
by WAKA Action 8 News on June 27, 2025
Officials say the operation was the result of a nearly year-long investigation into the sale of plant-based materials containing illegal levels of THC.
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ALEA cracks down on illegal THC sales at Alabama CBD and Vape Shops
by Elizabeth White on June 27, 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WRBL) – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has executed a large-scale, multi-agency operation targeting CBD and vape shops across Alabama suspected of selling illegal…
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Mary Jane Berlin Proves Europe Is the New Epicenter of Cannabis Culture
by Hazey Taughtme on June 26, 2025
Mary Jane Berlin 2025 drew 65K+ fans, global brands & Cali legends—cementing Europe’s takeover of the international cannabis scene.
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Does Elon Musk Smoke Weed? Tesla's New Robotaxi $4.20 Fee Is Allegedly a Nod to Weed Culture
by Shyna Mae Deang on June 26, 2025
Tesla's new robotaxi service in Austin charges a flat fare of $4.20—an eyebrow-raising figure linked to Elon Musk's history of cannabis-related humor.
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Method Man Partners With Zamnesia For Cannabis Collaboration,
by Bryson "Boom" Paul on June 24, 2025
Method Man’s TICAL brand has teamed up with Zamnesia, Europe’s top smartshop, for an exclusive cannabis seed drop that merges hip-hop
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Three New York Dispensaries Elevating Cannabis Retail Through Community and Culture
by Mark Ross on June 24, 2025
Dank 716, Smiley Exotics, and Nicklz Lead with Legacy, Local Engagement, and Trust in the Empire State
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Mary Jane Berlin 2025 Draws 65,000 as Cannabis Culture Takes Center Stage | stupidDOPE
by LeVar Thomas on June 22, 2025
Mike Tyson, Stefan Raab, and 500+ exhibitors shine as Berlin hosts the world’s largest weed trade fair.
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Mary Jane Berlin Proves Europe Is the New Epicenter of Cannabis Culture
by Hazey Taughtme on June 26, 2025
Mary Jane Berlin 2025 drew 65K+ fans, global brands & Cali legends—cementing Europe’s takeover of the international cannabis scene.
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Does Elon Musk Smoke Weed? Tesla's New Robotaxi $4.20 Fee Is Allegedly a Nod to Weed Culture
by Shyna Mae Deang on June 26, 2025
Tesla's new robotaxi service in Austin charges a flat fare of $4.20—an eyebrow-raising figure linked to Elon Musk's history of cannabis-related humor.
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The New Faces Of Weed: Meet The Cannabis Content Creators Doing What Big Brands Can’t
by Javier Hasse on June 24, 2025
Meet the creators shaping global cannabis culture through education, humor and activism, despite ad bans and platform stigma.
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RAW founder Josh Kesselman buys High Times, aims to revive the iconic cannabis brand
by Brandon Dunn on June 18, 2025
Josh Kesselman, the founder of RAW Rolling Papers, has officially acquired High Times, one of the most recognizable names in cannabis culture. The move
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New Businesses Blend Cannabis Retail and Motorcycle Culture
by By Breanna SteeleBy Stephen Dravis on June 18, 2025
Royal Enfield is a multinational motorcycle manufacturer; Motolicks will sell its products and custom work. POWNAL, Vt. — Last week saw the opening of two new businesses in...
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Eat This Edible: Dialed In Gummies 'Innovations' offer unique flavors and highs for all your needs
by Jake Louraine on June 27, 2025
The Pitch tried two Dialed In Gummies "Innovation" gummies and can say that they offer an enticing product that delivers on specific highs.
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Preventing accidental THC poisoning in children
by geisinger.org on June 27, 2025
Learn how to prevent accidental marijuana poisoning in kids with tips from a Geisinger pediatrician.
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Candy colors, THC inside: How cannabis edibles are tricking teen brains
by ScienceDaily on June 27, 2025
Teens are being misled by cannabis edibles dressed up like health foods. Bright colors, fruit imagery, and words like “vegan” make these products look fun, natural, and safe — even when they’re not. A WSU study warns that this could increase the risk of underage use and urges new packaging rules based on what actually appeals to teens.
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Mom learns her fate after giving weed, THC edibles, vape pens to children aged 6-15
by WKRC on June 27, 2025
She was ordered to have no contact with the children.
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Clear packaging, edible co-packs, other new products excite cannabis consumers
by David Brown on June 27, 2025
Following changes to the regulations earlier this year, new cannabis packaging and products are continuing to hit shelves across Canada.
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Preventing accidental THC poisoning in children
by geisinger.org on June 27, 2025
Learn how to prevent accidental marijuana poisoning in kids with tips from a Geisinger pediatrician.
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Candy colors, THC inside: How cannabis edibles are tricking teen brains
by ScienceDaily on June 27, 2025
Teens are being misled by cannabis edibles dressed up like health foods. Bright colors, fruit imagery, and words like “vegan” make these products look fun, natural, and safe — even when they’re not. A WSU study warns that this could increase the risk of underage use and urges new packaging rules based on what actually appeals to teens.
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Mom learns her fate after giving weed, THC edibles, vape pens to children aged 6-15
by WKRC on June 27, 2025
She was ordered to have no contact with the children.
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Clear packaging, edible co-packs, other new products excite cannabis consumers
by David Brown on June 27, 2025
Following changes to the regulations earlier this year, new cannabis packaging and products are continuing to hit shelves across Canada.
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5 Must-Try THC Gummies in 2025 for Cannabis Enthusiasts
by Bruno Walter on June 26, 2025
Now that certain amounts of THC are legal in the US, the market is flooded with all kinds of hemp-based products. But how can I be sure the online shop
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High Hopes: How Ohio’s Cannabis Industry Can Cultivate Quality Jobs
by Doug Guth on June 26, 2025
The Ohio cannabis workforce is stuck in limbo, facing lower wages within a still-developing market that is still battling against politicians
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Marijuana Industry Workers Are The Happiest In Any Job Sector In The U.S., Survey Finds
by Kyle Jaeger on June 25, 2025
Hourly workers in the marijuana industry rank at the top of the list of “happiest” employees across multiple sectors—with more than 9 in 10 reporting a “positive sentiment” in their job—according to a new survey. The annual Shift Pulse Report from the workforce management platform Deputy gauged how hourly workers felt about their jobs in
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Mature cannabis markets see job losses as emerging states boom
by Margaret Jackson on June 24, 2025
Cannabis operators are recalibrating in response to economic conditions, market saturation leading to price compression and burdensome taxes.
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Cannabis staffing platform Vangst makes third acquisition in 13 months
by Margaret Jackson on June 3, 2025
Cannabis staffing platform Vangst has acquired Se7en Staffing & Employment Solutions, marking its third acquisition in the past 12 months.
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on June 1, 2025
Explore new June 2025 job postings in the Canadian cannabis market. Find roles in retail, cultivation, and production today.
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Marijuana Industry Workers Are The Happiest In Any Job Sector In The U.S., Survey Finds
by Kyle Jaeger on June 25, 2025
Hourly workers in the marijuana industry rank at the top of the list of “happiest” employees across multiple sectors—with more than 9 in 10 reporting a “positive sentiment” in their job—according to a new survey. The annual Shift Pulse Report from the workforce management platform Deputy gauged how hourly workers felt about their jobs in
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Mature cannabis markets see job losses as emerging states boom
by Margaret Jackson on June 24, 2025
Cannabis operators are recalibrating in response to economic conditions, market saturation leading to price compression and burdensome taxes.
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Pre-Employment Drug Testing Laws by State
by Paycor on June 5, 2025
Drug testing laws, including testing for marijuana use, vary by state. See what employers should be aware of for pre-employment testing laws in their state.
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Cannabis staffing platform Vangst makes third acquisition in 13 months
by Margaret Jackson on June 3, 2025
Cannabis staffing platform Vangst has acquired Se7en Staffing & Employment Solutions, marking its third acquisition in the past 12 months.
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U.S. Cannabis Employment Declines Amid Strategic Staffing And Growing Sales, Report Finds
by Dario Sabaghi on May 26, 2025
Jobs in the cannabis industry went down by 3.4% in 2024, even though retail sales went up by 4.5%, signalling that companies are changing the way they approach hiring.
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Thailand starts banning the sale of cannabis without a prescription
by JINTAMAS SAKSORNCHAI on June 27, 2025
The new order, which came into effect Thursday, comes three years after Thailand became the first country in Asia to decriminalize the plant.
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Thai Cannabis Industry Thrown Into Chaos As Government Aims To Recriminalize Weed
by Bloomberg News on June 27, 2025
The new rules have thrown the fledgling industry into chaos and sparked criticism from pro-cannabis activists, who championed liberalization as a way to boost Thailand’s wellness and tourism sectors.
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Embracing Marijuana Legalization Could Help GOP Win Over More Young Voters, Trump’s First Attorney General Pick Suggests
by Kyle Jaeger on June 27, 2025
President Donald Trump’s first pick for attorney general in the current administration is reiterating his support for rescheduling cannabis—suggesting in an interview with a Florida Republican lawmaker that the GOP could win more of the youth vote by embracing marijuana reform. In an interview on the One America News show he hosts, former U.S. Rep.
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Is THC as dangerous as Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick makes it out to be?
by Texas Tribune, By Hayden Betts And Atirikta Kumar on June 27, 2025
Although Patrick and hemp industry leaders have quarreled over the risks and benefits of THC, cannabis researchers say it can be addictive but doesn’t usually cause widespread psychosis or brain damage.
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Bill restricting county control over weed stores makes it out of Legislature
by Shane Brennan on June 27, 2025
A bill that would limit how counties control weed businesses passes the Delaware House on party lines and heads to Gov. Matt Meyer.
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Current and Future Cannabis Genetics Projects: Interview with Anna Schwabe, PhD
by Sebastian Krawiec,Erin McEvoy on June 28, 2025
In this interview clip from our Women in Grow: Leadership in Cannabis Genetics and Cultivation supplement, Anna Schwabe, PhD explains the cannabis projects and companies she is actively involved in, her goals for the future, plus past guests on her podcast, The Dank Hour.
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Arkansas Bans Hemp-Derived THC, While Texas Governor Vetoed Similar Bill
by Madeline Colli on June 27, 2025
Intoxicating hemp-derived THC products are now banned in Arkansas and creates a little bit of controversy regarding the recent bill veto by Texas Governor Abbott.
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Thailand Restricts Recreational Cannabis Use, Returns to Medical-Only Market
by Erin McEvoy on June 26, 2025
The newly published regulations classify cannabis flowers as controlled herbs, requiring prescriptions and licensed handling.
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ONE HEMP Shows Support for Recent Texas Governor Abbott SB 3 Veto
by Madeline Colli on June 25, 2025
ONE HEMP announced their support of the SB 3 veto from Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
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Randomized Clinical Trial Tests Effects of CBD on Behavior in Boys with Severe Autism
by Erin McEvoy on June 24, 2025
Results included improvements in aggression, hyperactivity, and communication, but a strong placebo effect was also observed.
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United States set to allow more facilities to produce marijuana for research
by newsfromscience on June 25, 2025
Drug Enforcement Administration opens door to more cannabis growers to supply drug for research
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Cannabis research database shows how U.S. funding focuses on harms of the drug
by newsfromscience on June 25, 2025
Analysis of 50 funders finds cannabis treatment research is growing slowly
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Oldest evidence of marijuana use discovered in 2500-year-old cemetery in peaks of western China
by newsfromscience on June 24, 2025
THC levels in braziers show mourners along the ancient Silk Road inhaled
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Texas governor vetoes ban on intoxicating THC products
by Marie-Rose Sheinerman,David Ovalle on June 23, 2025
Greg Abbott’s veto of a bill that his lieutenant governor supported underscores the patchwork nature of regulation of cannabis.
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U.S. moves to reclassify cannabis as a lower risk drug
by newsfromscience on June 23, 2025
Historic policy shift will make it easier for scientists to investigate potential medical uses