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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…
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…
In The Weeds: A Closer Look At Legalizing Marijuana
Arizona, Montana, New Jersey and South Dakota voted to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, joining 11 other states and D.C. Days after the election, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced that he will introduce legislation to legalize…
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…
Michigan's Recreational Marijuana Industry Marks First Anniversary Of Legal Sales
Tuesday, Michigan marks one year of legal retail sales of recreational marijuana. Approved by voters in 2018, retail sales had to wait until state officials built a regulatory system to manage the fledgling industry. Since retail sales began Dec.
Some lawmakers have high hopes, but will the Texas Legislature approve marijuana legalization in 2021?
AUSTIN, Texas — Democratic Texas lawmakers will take another shot at legalizing marijuana in the Lone Star State when the legislature convenes in January. State Rep. Joe Moody of El Paso and State Sen. Roland Gutierrez of San Antonio have…
Rep.-elect Nancy Mace hires senior staff members with ties to SC and marijuana lobbying
U.S. Rep.-elect Nancy Mace, the new Republican representing South Carolina's 1st Congressional District, hired senior staff this week and several have ties to the Palmetto State. One key member of her new staff has organized efforts to legalize…
New Jersey weighs 'social equity' tax on marijuana
Loose marijuana. (DEA file photo) New Jersey lawmakers may include a so-called social equity tax in the legislation establishing a legal market for recreational marijuana, according to reports. Bills in the state Senate and Assembly would give…
Board gives nod to West Roxbury medicinal marijuana dispensary under a sex-toys shop and a liquor store
The Zoning Board of Appeal today approved plans for a medical dispensary in the basement of 1524 VFW Parkway, underneath Town Line Liquors and the Amazing sex-toys shop. 'Is there a Four Seasons landscaping there?' board member Mark Erlich joked.
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…
Laventille man charged with marijuana possession
A Laventille man is expected to appear virtually before a Port-of-Spain Magistrate today charged with possession of marijuana for trafficking. Shaquille Noel, 25, of Eastern Quarry, Laventille, was arrested and charged by PC Cato following an…
Breakingviews - Fed chief makes case for non-partisan high ground
NEW YORKNEW YORK (Reuters Breakingviews) - Jay Powell remains the adult in the room. The Federal Reserve chair testified in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday alongside Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin in a hearing on Covid-19 relief measures. He stuck to…
Troy police: 1 of 2 suspected porch pirates arrested, suspects wore masks while stealing packages
An 18-year-old Troy man was arrested recently on suspicion of stealing packages from porches. According to Troy police, a report came in at around 4:15 p.m. on Nov. 21 about two people taking the packages at homes in the 5900 block of Cliffside…
Should Freelancers Establish Themselves as an LLC? - Small Business Trends
Are you considering forming an LLC for your side hustle or freelance business? Research from Upwork says 59 million Americans have done some freelancing this year during the pandemic. Small Business Trends contacted Dustin Ray who leads business…
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U.S. House could vote to lift nationwide pot prohibition this week - but McConnell could block effort even with weed-friendly Biden presidency looming
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives are expected to cast a historic vote this week to end the nationwide prohibition on pot, though local leaders and cannabis advocates predict the potentially watershed piece of legislation will likely go…
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