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In historic move, United Nations reclassifies cannabis as less-dangerous drug

Leafly

The UN's Commission on Narcotic Drugs finally admits that marijuana is not as deadly as heroin. The post In historic move, United Nations reclassifies cannabis as less-dangerous drug appeared first on Leafly.

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Does Cannabis Use Help or Harm COVID-19 Risk?

Cannabis Law Report

As another spike in coronavirus cases overtakes most of the world, Americans are once again facing lockdown protocols and increasing worries regarding susceptibility. This time, … Read More. The post Does Cannabis Use Help or Harm COVID-19 Risk? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Hemp vs Cannabis: The Differences Explained

Otherside Farms

The laws about cannabis use in the U.S. change every year, leading to some confusion. After the 2018 Farm Bill passed, it further muddied the waters. Now you need to track the federal cannabis laws on top of your state’s regulations. People new to the cannabis world can get in legal trouble mixing up hemp vs cannabis. Not only that, using each plant delivers a much different experience.

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United Nations Considers Cannabis as Medicine and Removes Cannabis from Schedule IV In Historic Decision

Americans for Safe Access

Early this morning in Vienna, Austria, the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) made a historic decision to adopt the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendation to remove cannabis and its resin from Schedule IV under the United Nations (UN) Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs of 1961.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Tomorrow: Federal Marijuana Vote

NORML

Tomorrow, members of the US House of Representatives are anticipated to take up the Marijuana Opportunity,… The post Tomorrow: Federal Marijuana Vote appeared first on NORML.

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History made: US House of Representatives votes to end federal marijuana prohibition

Leafly

The MORE Act now goes to the Senate, where it's expected to be blocked by majority leader Mitch McConnell. The post History made: US House of Representatives votes to end federal marijuana prohibition appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Executive Justin Costello-GRN Funds sued for Securities Fraud

Cannabis Law Report

The Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating Justin J. Costello’s cannabis company GRN Funds ($GRNF-$DCGD) according to a new securities fraud suit filed in King … Read More. The post Cannabis Executive Justin Costello-GRN Funds sued for Securities Fraud first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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HISTORIC: House of Representatives Approves Bill to End Federal Marijuana Prohibition

NORML

The House of Representatives approved the MORE Act to end federal marijuana prohibition in an historic vote. The post HISTORIC: House of Representatives Approves Bill to End Federal Marijuana Prohibition appeared first on NORML.

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What Are the Minor Cannabinoids? [A Look at 10 of the Rarer Cannabinoids]

Leafwell

There are lots of chemicals, otherwise known as cannabinoids, found in the cannabis plant. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), cannabichromene (CBC), tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV), cannabigerol (CBG) and cannabinol (CBN) are known as the “big six” cannabinoids. You’ve probably heard of most of them, especially if you’ve read some of our earlier cannabis science blogs.

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How pagans used cannabis at Christmastime

Leafly

Europeans have been celebrating the end of December since ancient times, and likely used cannabis to bring good fortune and good cheer at the winter solstice. The post How pagans used cannabis at Christmastime appeared first on Leafly.

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United Nations Reclassifies Marijuana

CannaMD

On December 2, 2020, the United Nations (U.N.) formally reclassified cannabis, removing the substance from Schedule IV (although cannabis and its derivatives still remain in Schedule I). Wondering what this means for the future of medical and recreational marijuana use in the United States? CannaMD breaks down everything you need to know! U.N. Removes Marijuana from Schedule IV.

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MORE Act Approved by House Rules Committee

NORML

Members of the House Rules Committee have advanced the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act, HR 3884, which removes marijuana from the federal Controlled Substances Act -- thereby eliminating the existing conflict between state and federal marijuana laws. The legislation is expected to be considered on the floor of the House of Representatives later this week.

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DEA Asks Court To Overturn Cannabis Rescheduling Appeal

Cannabis Law Report

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration reiterated that a lawsuit challenging marijuana’s classification as a Schedule 1 drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act should be … Read More. The post DEA Asks Court To Overturn Cannabis Rescheduling Appeal first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Spark up! It’s legal to smoke weed in Arizona starting today

Leafly

State officials certified the election results this morning. That means it's now legal to possess and enjoy marijuana in Arizona. The post Spark up! It’s legal to smoke weed in Arizona starting today appeared first on Leafly.

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The Week in Weed: December 4, 2020

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. The House will vote on the MORE Act today. The United Nations voted to reschedule cannabis. You can now get marijuana delivered in Massachusetts. A group in Virginia released a report on how to legalize. Mexico takes another step toward legalization.

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“No Evidence” that Adult-Use Marijuana Laws Influence Cannabis Use by Teens

NORML

Authors “found no evidence that RML [recreational marijuana legalization] was associated with [an] increased likelihood or level of marijuana use among adolescents. Rather, among adolescents who reported any use of marijuana in the past month, the frequency of use declined by 16 percent after RML.”. The post “No Evidence” that Adult-Use Marijuana Laws Influence Cannabis Use by Teens appeared first on NORML.

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5 Great Must-Have Apps For Musicians And Artists

Cannabis Life Network

Whether you’re on the SkyTrain and the perfect melody slips into your head, or get a message from The Based God asking for beats while you’re hiking (true story), the 21st-century musician is just a tap away from making their personal music goals possible virtually anywhere, thanks to the world of smartphone apps. Like a […]. The post 5 Great Must-Have Apps For Musicians And Artists appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Arizona prosecutors drop thousands of marijuana charges as legalization takes effect

Leafly

Nearly 6,000 cases are expected to be dropped in Maricopa County alone. The post Arizona prosecutors drop thousands of marijuana charges as legalization takes effect appeared first on Leafly.

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By The Slimmest of Margins: 2020 CND votes on recommendations for cannabis and cannabis-related substances

Cannabis Law Report

And the result of the vote? It was much closer than you would imagine. The United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) on Wednesday accepted … Read More. The post By The Slimmest of Margins: 2020 CND votes on recommendations for cannabis and cannabis-related substances first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Arizona: Prop. 207 Legalization Measure Officially Takes Effect

NORML

Provisions legalizing marijuana possession, use, and personal cultivation take immediate effect. The post Arizona: Prop. 207 Legalization Measure Officially Takes Effect appeared first on NORML.

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The Process by Aidan Lawson, A Lesson In Graphic Design

Cannabis Life Network

The ability to use photoshop is a great skill to add to your resume. Welcome to The Process by Aidan Lawson, a lesson in graphic design. We’ll go over his process of graphic design using Adobe Photoshop, including key features such as layer masking, using a photofilter, and using the transform tools. For reference, he […]. The post The Process by Aidan Lawson, A Lesson In Graphic Design appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: December 2020 horoscopes

Leafly

Congratulations for finishing the year strong, Star Gazers! Find out what else is in store for you with your December 2020 horoscope. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: December 2020 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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Here’s How to Identify Good-Quality CBD Manufacturers

Cannabis Law Report

By now, you’ve probably come across a thousand CBD oil products in almost every market category. CBD oil products, just like any other product out … Read More. The post Here’s How to Identify Good-Quality CBD Manufacturers first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Florida Cyber Monday Medical Marijuana Sales (2020)

CannaMD

As Florida’s fastest growing network of medical marijuana physicians, CannaMD is committed to making sure patients have access to affordable cannabis care. That’s why we’re proud to offer patients up to $75 off a year with our referral program ! On top of that, all veterans and active duty service members receive 10% off every appointment.

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Israel Declares Plans to Legalize Recreational Cannabis in Less Than a Year

Veriheal

From the discovery of one of the most famous cannabinoids, THC , to coining the entourage effect and pioneering cannabis research , Israel takes another giant step in support of cannabis. Israel has announced that they plan to legalize recreational cannabis within 9 months. Justice Minister Avi Nissenkorn stated that Israel is planning on legalizing recreational cannabis while balancing “liberalism and responsibility”. .

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What BET’s SMOKE: Marijuana + Black America showed us about the future of weed

Leafly

BET's SMOKE: Marijuana + Black America premiered in November of 2020, but the concepts will shape the entire future of weed. The post What BET’s SMOKE: Marijuana + Black America showed us about the future of weed appeared first on Leafly.

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Cornwall UK: Change.org Petition To Protect Tony Bevington, 80-year old cannabis patient from prosecution.

Cannabis Law Report

UK based Global Cannabinoid Solutions an organisation that has worked alongside the cannabis social movement since 2016 to support grass roots patient initiatives has started … Read More. The post Cornwall UK: Change.org Petition To Protect Tony Bevington, 80-year old cannabis patient from prosecution. first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannabis and Yoga – Meditating with Marijuana

Leafwell

We know the word ‘wellness’ has been overused in the past few years. But it is undeniable that this increased focus on our mental and physical health (and how interlinked these two components are) has led to several positive movements. Acceptance of cannabis as medicine is growing, allowing individuals to gain access to this natural and effective medical option.

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Best soil for growing weed

Marijuana Seeds NL

For cannabis.you’ve got to nourish to flourish, and it all begins with the roots or base of your plants. Using soil is one of the most popular growing mediums, and is ideal for beginner growers. But, choosing the right or best soil for marijuana is key. The type of cannabis soil you choose can not only affect your plant’s life cycle of growth, but your end yields at harvest time too.

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Eaze’s Momentum business accelerator invites applicants

Leafly

Leafly speaks with key players for the Momentum business accelerator - a grant and resource program for underrepresented cannabis businesses. The post Eaze’s Momentum business accelerator invites applicants appeared first on Leafly.

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