All posts tagged "legal cannabis"

Politics

New Zealand Approves Medical Marijuana, Confirms 2020 Legalization Vote

Days after legalizing medical marijuana, New Zealand's government has confirmed that a referendum on general cannabis...

Economics

First-Ever Legal Cannabis Price Index Released

One of the cannabis industry’s big data players just released an index that can help keep...

Medical

The Not-So-Great Utah Medical Marijuana Standoff

Medical cannabis is what Utah voters wanted, but not exactly what Utah lawmakers granted. And it...

Culture

iPhones, Social Media Bigger Threat to Alcohol Than Marijuana Legalization

If Big Alcohol were truly worried about its dwindling market share, it would try to buy...

Economics

After 5 Days of Marijuana Legalization, Massachusetts’ Sales Numbers are Wild

Two dispensaries serving more than 7 million people record $2.2 million in sales, in just five...

Legal

FDA Chief: Marijuana Not Likely Recognized for Medical Value, But Will be Legalized

Is victory imminent in the War on Drugs?

Medical

Maryland Sees Flood of Consolidation Deals

Outside firms are taking over state-licensed businesses despite prohibitions.

Legal

Lawsuit: California Police Conspired to Steal Marijuana

Attorney says “It’s organized crime. And it’s got to stop.”

Politics

Recreational Cannabis Sales Begin in Massachusetts

Massachusetts’ long journey towards adult-use cannabis sales ends today.

Economics

Canada Pot Stocks Dipped After Last Quarter Before Legal Sales

Numbers are affected by buyouts and upscaling.

Legal

Michigan Votes to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis, a First for the Midwest

Cannabis is set to become legal in Michigan after voters in the Wolverine State passed Proposal...

Legal

How to Tell If You’re Shopping at an Illegal Dispensary

Here are five warning signs that you might be purchasing cannabis from a noncompliant storefront.

Joint Opinions

Racist Set-Up & Outrageous Sentence in Mississippi Shows How Far U.S. Has to Go on Marijuana 

Man sentenced to eight years for cannabis he legally obtained.

In History

Mexico’s Supreme Court Rules Cannabis Use Must Be Legalized

Mexico’s Congress must now pass a bill legalizing cannabis for personal use in the next 90...

Politics

China, South Korea & Japan Warn Citizens Not to Consume Canadian Cannabis 

Some of the planet's most drug-intolerant governments are reacting with dismay to Canadian cannabis legalization —...

Books

‘Craft Weed’: How Family Farming Can Remain in Marijuana’s Future

A new book offers a case for craft marijuana as an industry staple.

Economics

Shopify Is Helping Canadian Governments Meet Online Demand for Cannabis

On the first day of legal cannabis in Canada, some suppliers ran out of stock — pointing...

Culture

Most Canadians Refuse to Admit They Smoke Marijuana

Even with legalization, a poll shows 60 percent of pot smokers prefer to keep their consumption...

Culture

Tommy Chong Missed Canada’s Marijuana Legalization

Canadian cannabis celebrity says he lost his passport.

In History

Canada’s First Legal Marijuana Buyer Reflects on Historic Event

Ian Power spoke with Cannabis Now about the adventures he undertook to be the first of...