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Current Events

Cookies Opens in Thailand–With Stipulations

 The arrival of a major US multi-state operator in Bangkok is a sign of the global...

Politics

Congressional Panel Holds Key Cannabis Legalization Hearing

A congressional subcommittee held a hearing last week to discuss the legalization of marijuana.

In The Magazine

Hall of Fame: Keith Stroup

The founder of NORML has spent much of his professional life working to legalize cannabis.

Politics

Maryland and Missouri Vote to Legalize Cannabis

Voters in Maryland and Missouri voted to approve ballot measures to legalize adult-use cannabis, while Arkansas,...

In The Magazine

Flying High at HQ Barcelona

HQ Barcelona, arguably the best and coolest weed gathering place on the planet, leads by example.

Legal

Australian Capital Territory Decriminalizes Possession of Illicit Drugs

The government of the Australian Capital Territory has passed legislation to decriminalize small amounts of illicit...

In The Magazine

Cannabis Around the World

Thailand, Canada, Israel and Costa Rica move the weed conversation forward.

Politics

President Joe Biden’s Stance on Cannabis Reform

President Biden will wait until after the midterm elections to act on cannabis policy reform, according...

Industry Events

Tommy Chong Electrifies Vegas at Cannabis Conference

The legendary comedic actor and musician received the Cannabis Conference’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award.

Culture

Study: Cannabis Is Good for Kids–and Parents

Across-the-board reduction in foster-case placements follows legalization, study finds---another sign the stigma against parents using pot...

Politics

Just What Is Joe Biden’s Marijuana Policy?

Failed campaign promises, unforced errors, and unclear ideas: If Joe Biden has a marijuana policy directive,...

Politics

President Biden ‘Working On’ Releasing Cannabis Prisoners

President Joseph Biden says his administration is “working on” releasing federal marijuana prisoners. But he still...

Legal

Man Faces Life Sentence After Federal Cannabis Conviction

Jonathan Wall faces ten years to life in prison after being convicted of conspiracy to distribute...

In The Magazine

Aussies Follow America’s Roadmap

When it comes to cannabis, Canberra and Washington, DC have a lot in common.

Politics

Catholic Church Against Cannabis Legalization in Minnesota

The Catholic Church has thrown its weight behind an effort to defeat legalization in the Gopher...

Politics

US Senate Candidates Embrace Cannabis Reform Issues in Campaign Strategy

Two Democratic candidates for the US Senate have made cannabis policy reform a key issue of...

Legal

Seattle City Council Passes Measure to Decriminalize Psychedelics

The Seattle City Council recently voted to support the decriminalization of natural psychedelics, calling on police...

Culture

A Q&A with Matt Barnes: Former NBA Player Turned Cannabis Advocate

The NBA vet talks cannabis use in the league, pushing Biden on the ’94 crime bill,...

Legal

Federal Drug Official Admits Legalization Doesn’t Increase Teen Use

Nora Volkow, the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, recently admitted that cannabis legalization...

Politics

Cannabis Ballot Initiatives Win Big on 2020 Election Night

Five states passed new cannabis measures in yesterday’s election, with Oregon going one step further by...