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New Jersey governor: Push to legalize pot is short on votes
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TRENTON, N.J. — Days ahead of a planned vote in the Legislature that would make New Jersey the 11th state to legalize recreational marijuana, Gov. …
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The man who co-invented Viagra is now developing cannabis products so women can have better sex
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It’s a man’s world, but if this cannabis-based vaginal gel makes it to the market, not for long. Men have a wide variety of resources to help them …
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Cannabis community is not impressed with OrganiGram CEO’s latest comments
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Greg Engel, CEO of licensed producer OrganiGram Holdings Inc., has infuriated the cannabis community with comments published earlier this week on …
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No pot in front of tots: Kids like to imitate the actions of adults, Saskatchewan Prevention Institute says
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The Saskatchewan Prevention Institute (SPI) is shining the spotlight on cannabis for the currently-in-progress National Poison Prevention Week. From …
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Real bummer! Medical weed can help you work hard until you die: study
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A new study published by the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management has found a correlation between regions with legalized medical cannabis and a …
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Insta-gram: Teen accused of using platform to advertise weed
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DURHAM, N.C. — A North Carolina teen who went by “itslilhotgirl” on Instagram is accused of using the social media platform to sell marijuana. Citing …
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Police investigating after pot-laced brownies served at community lunch
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PARRY SOUND, Ont. — Ontario’s provincial police say they’re investigating after several people appeared to “overdose” on cannabis after eating …
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‘Cannabis consumers aren’t just buying it to get high’
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When Mihi’s team set out to better understand cannabis users, they may not have expected quite so much intimate detail. A 38-year-old mother, for …
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Consumers are replacing pharmaceuticals with medical marijuana
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Overdoses due to prescription drugs is the top leading cause of accidental deaths in the U.S. Over the years, prescription drugs, especially opioids, …
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Tidying up: spring cleaning your cannabis gear
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Winter is (thankfully) done. And while it may not exactly feel like spring has sprung where you live, you can get a start on some spring cleaning …
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New Jersey makes huge stride in legalizing cannabis
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New Jersey has finally taken a step forward in the long, arduous journey to legalizing recreational cannabis by advancing a new piece of legislation. …
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Cheaper pot coming… hopefully sometime soon
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Cheap, plentiful and vapourized: A new report hints at a promising future for the pockets of cannabis consumers everywhere. The report, provided by …
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Mutual respect cornerstone of Indigenous involvement in the cannabis space
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The role of Indigenous communities in Canada’s cannabis sector remains unclear and contentious. A senior executive at one global medical cannabis …
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John Boehner’s becoming an unlikely spokesperson for cannabis industry
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You can remind people that John Boehner was “unalterably opposed” to cannabis reform during his tenure as Speaker of the House. You can remind them …
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P.E.I. gears up for tourism season with government-sponsored info sessions for cannabis in hospitality industry
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Prince Edward Island’s government is sponsoring cannabis information seminars as the province’s first tourism season since cannabis legalization …
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Ottawa estimates up to 10,000 Canadians could be pardoned by proposed cannabis amnesty bill
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Approximately 10,000 individuals are expected to apply for free pardons for convictions of cannabis possession incurred during prohibition if the …
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Beto O’Rourke was an early supporter of cannabis reform
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Although the latest pool of Democratic presidential candidates has come out in support of cannabis legalization at the national level, there is some …
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Cannabis, cocaine most common drugs used by patients seeking treatment for alcohol use: study
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Cocaine and cannabis are the drugs most commonly used by patients seeking treatment for alcohol addiction, concludes a new Irish study released by …
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One in four cannabis consumers in legal states have been high at work
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Work in an office long enough and concepts like boozy lunches or work-sponsored afternoon happy hours can become part of the routine as much as …
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Jefferies expects CBD beauty market to reach US$25 billion in 10 years
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After initiating coverage of the cannabis industry Feb. 25, Jefferies analysts have followed up with their take on the CBD segment, particularly CBD …
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Marijuana won’t solve opioid crisis, but could be part of the solution
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Die-hard cannabis advocates would like to convince the population that cannabis legalization will be the magical cure-all for the opioid epidemic. …
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Four delicious CBD smoothie recipes to blend up this week
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Smoothies may already be your current go-to breakfast in the morning, or post-workout refuel in the evening. You probably already love them for the …
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Travel checklist: What flies and what doesn’t when it comes to cannabis accessories
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On Jan. 9, Patrick Moher turned to Twitter to gain more insight regarding travelling with cannabis accessories by plane. It turned out to be a timely …
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WATCH: Can a provider be charged if the product is improperly marketed or designated? | Is It Legal?
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Can you be charged if your cannabis product is marketed incorrectly?We asked Canadian cannabis lawyers your most burning questions about weed …
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How CBD can positively impact borderline personality disorder
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Approximately 1.6 percent of adults in the U.S. suffer from borderline personality disorder (BPD), a condition characterized by difficulty regulating …
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Smoking strong pot daily raises psychosis risk, study finds
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LONDON — Smoking high-potency marijuana every day could increase the chances of developing psychosis by nearly five times, according to the …
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Poll: Support rises in all age groups for legal pot
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LOS ANGELES — A growing majority of Americans say marijuana should be legal, underscoring a national shift as more states embrace cannabis for …
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Emily Post’s great-granddaughter to release a book on pot etiquette
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Lizzie Post, the great-great-granddaughter of iconic etiquette maven Emily Post, is following in her relative’s footsteps. Although it may not have …
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Emily Post’s great-granddaughter to release a book on pot etiquette
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Lizzie Post, the great-great-granddaughter of iconic etiquette maven Emily Post, is following in her relative’s footsteps. Although it may not have …