Category: Cannabis News
Complex world of Olympians and marijuana. A world where gold medals glisten under the spotlight, sharing the stage with a controversial leaf that’s been both demonized and celebrated. I’m not just talking about any athletes, but those who’ve scaled Olympus itself, their sweat-soaked bodies adorned with laurels, their lungs filled with more than just the…
In the wake of new guidelines regarding marijuana use, five White House staffers have been dismissed. The changing substance use landscape in America, evidenced by a recent study, reports that both college students and young adults reported a significant increase in past-year hallucinogen use. Additionally, college-aged adults and young adults reported an all-time high in…
As the debate surrounding marijuana legalization continues to heat up in Nashville, the city finds itself at a crossroads. While federal law still classifies cannabis as an illegal substance, there are limited legal allowances for its use in small amounts, with the exception of limited medical purposes. Despite this, interest in legal cannabis businesses, particularly…
As the legality of cannabis continues to evolve across the United States, many visitors or recent transplants are wondering if Tennessee is poised to legalize weed. Despite a growing national trend towards legalization, Tennessee remains one of the few states where both medical and recreational use of this plant material is still prohibited. However, with…
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has made a significant shift in its policy regarding marijuana use among players. The association ratified a collective bargaining agreement that drops cannabis from the list of banned substances, no longer requiring them to screen players for past cannabis use randomly. This tentative deal signed a few years ago, indicates…
Cannabis, one of the most common drugs in the UK, has a complex and intriguing presence in London. Despite its classification as a Class B drug with strict penalties for possession, growth, distribution, and sale, it is surprisingly pervasive. Secret cannabis cafes are scattered across the city, offering an underground haven for recreational use. Simultaneously,…
As New Jersey embraces the green wave with the initiation of recreational marijuana sales, a plethora of cannabis stocks are poised to capitalize on this newly opened market. However, it’s important to note that stocks have generally lost momentum recently,and the legalization might only provide a little sustained relief after some time. Nevertheless, companies like…
As of today, recreational marijuana remains illegal in Indiana, making it one of only 12 states without an effective medical cannabis law. Compared to neighbouring states that have embraced the legalization of cannabis, Indiana seems to be ‘falling far behind.’ This lag not only impacts potential users but also forfeits the substantial tax revenue other…
In 2018, the subject of marijuana legalization was a hot topic across several states in America. With cannabis ballot measures qualifying in numerous regions, the move to legalize the medical use of the plant was gaining momentum. The year saw several statewide marijuana legalization ballot initiatives, with voters in various states having the opportunity to…
Major League Baseball (MLB), like many professional sports leagues, has a comprehensive drug policy in place to ensure fair competition and promote the overall health and well-being of its athletes. This drug policy includes a rigorous drug screening program designed to detect the use of banned substances, including marijuana. However, recent changes in attitudes towards…