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U.N. Reclassifies Cannabis as a Less Dangerous Drug
A United Nations commission voted on Wednesday to remove cannabis for medical use from a category of the world's most dangerous drugs, such as heroin, a highly anticipated and long-delayed decision that could clear the way for marijuana research…
From ETFs to over-the-counter stocks, here's how to invest in the booming cannabis industry, according to 2 expert investors
The cannabis industry is complex, in part because it's federally illegal in the US. This makes it difficult for retail investors interested in the space to know which stocks are worth buying. David Bonnier, founding partner at cannabis investment…
Cannabis Is Officially a Medicine, Following Historic UN Vote - VICE
A historic vote at the United Nations today finally recognised the medicinal value of cannabis – a plant that has been used therapeutically for thousands of years. After a recommendation from experts at the World Health Organisation, the…
Some Cannabis Activists Are Urging Congress To Vote 'No' On The MORE Act
With the House of Representatives preparing to vote on a landmark bill to legalize marijuana at the federal level this week, it's a sure bet that members of Congress are hearing from activists on both sides of the issue who hope to sway support in…
Coming soon to a college in Rhode Island: Cannabis 101
Rhode Map By Edward Fitzpatrick Globe Staff,Updated December 2, 2020, 1 hour ago In this Aug. 15, 2019 file photo, marijuana grows at an indoor cannabis farm in Gardena, Calif. Richard Vogel/Associated Press If you have friends or relatives who…
Home Cannabis Cultivation Continues, Despite Opposition From Many Marijuana Companies
Home cultivation has emerged as a clear sticking point in cannabis reform across many states. While it faces pushback, including from several cannabis brands, home grow is making incremental progress in medical and adult use markets, and ushering…
A Deeper Dive Ahead Of A Key Day In Congress For Cannabis
It's time. Cannabis history is having its moment. The election is over, cannabis had its biggest voter approval day ever on November 3, and everyone who has a stake in the cannabis industry is saying it out loud: The cannabis legalization battle is…
Cannabidiol (CBD) in cannabis does not impair driving, landmark JAMA study shows
A landmark study on how cannabis affects driving ability has shown that cannabidiol (CBD), a cannabis component now widely used for medical purposes, does not impair driving, while moderate amounts of the main intoxicating component…
UP apologies on behalf of entire cannabis industry
More than two years after recreational cannabis was legalized for sale in Canada, many producers have been struggling to stand out with consumers. In an attempt to change that, Hexo is tackling a common consumer pain point that many brands have…
United Nations commission votes to remove marijuana from list of most dangerous drugs
A United Nations panel has voted to remove medical cannabis from a list of dangerous drugs. In the Wednesday vote, the Commission for Narcotic Drugs voted on several World Health Organization recommendations related to cannabis. Among them was a…
8 Celebrities Cashing In On Cannabis
Legally speaking, cannabis has slowly been making progress, shifting our cultural perspective so much so that it seems like celebrities openly embracing the drug should be the norm. It isn't. Despite the fact that cannabis is more mainstream than…
Cannabis conundrum: Arizonans can now use recreational pot but can't buy it legally yet
PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) - When Gov. Doug Ducey certified elections results Monday, parts of Proposition 207 -- the voter-approved initiative that legalized recreational marijuana -- went into effect. There's somewhat of a Catch-22, though. 'Consumers…
3 Red Flags for Aurora Cannabis' Future
Canada-based Aurora Cannabis had a disastrous 2019. Its stock price slid so far that the company risked being delisted from the New York Stock Exchange (which will boot a company if its price stays below $1 for long enough). Only a 1-for-12 reverse…
Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority to hold town hall meeting
The Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority (BMCLA) will holds its first town hall meeting on Wednesday, December 9, in the auditorium at Queen's College, Husbands, St James at 6 p.m. Chief executive officer of the BMCLA, Dr Shantal…
Innovative Industrial Properties Is Set To Ride The U.S. Cannabis Legalization Wave (NYSE:IIPR)
Regulatory changes are a big catalyst for IIPR. The company has a moat in the cannabis REIT industry.
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