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BUSINESS
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D.C. Cannabis Tax Increase Removed From Budget
by Outlaw Report on June 9, 2026
D.C.’s proposed medical cannabis tax increase has reportedly been removed from the District budget after an industry lobbying push ahead of the Council’s vote.
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Cannabis Business Ordinance Public Hearing Set
by Karen Reisner on June 9, 2026
At the June 2 meeting of the Fillmore County Board, approval was given to hold a public hearing on June 23 at 10 a.m. regarding proposed amendments to the Cannabis Business Ordinance. Commissioner Larry Hindt was absent. Proposed amendments to the ordinance were reviewed; they include a simplified name of the ordinance and a change
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The Hemp Loophole Is Closing, But We Still Need to Fix What It Broke (Opinion)
by Kema Ogden on June 9, 2026
Congress is finally moving to regulate hemp-derived THC. Licensed cannabis operators have been waiting years for this moment. Now we need to make sure it actually sticks.
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Red White & Bloom buys Canadian cannabis company Ayurcann
by mmjdaily.com on June 9, 2026
Red White & Bloom Brands (RWB), a cannabis company listed on the Canadian stock exchange, has completed its purchase of Ayurcann Inc., a Canadian cannabis business that was going through…
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US (WA): Cannabis market faces pressure from federal changes and oversupply
by mmjdaily.com on June 9, 2026
Federal cannabis policy changes, market consolidation and difficulties with illicit-market enforcement remain among the biggest challenges facing Washington's legal marijuana industry,…
CBD
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Trump administration pushes Congress to preserve CBD access
by Rachelle Gordon on June 9, 2026
The Trump administration is yet again calling on Congress to ensure Americans can continue to access CBD products despite a looming ban.
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In HelloNation, Cannabis Expert Shellie Grammer Explains THC vs. CBD for Pain, Anxiety, and Sleep
by HelloNation on June 9, 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- Which cannabis products work best for pain relief, anxiety support, or a better night's sleep? That's the question explored in a HelloNation...
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Why Does Watching The World Cup Feel Like A Panic Attack? Weed Can Help, If You Don't Screw It Up.
by Hernán Panessi on June 9, 2026
A World Cup match can hit your nervous system like a real threat and send your cortisol through the roof. A psychiatrist with a cannabis specialty breaks down how THC, CBD, breathing and the right crowd can keep 90 minutes of tension from turning into a panic attack.
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The Inside Story Of The World’s First Cannabis-Based Painkiller
by Will Yakowicz on June 9, 2026
Now that Vertanical’s Exilby has been approved in Germany to treat chronic pain, Clemens Fischer, the pharma billionaire behind it, has set his sights on the U.S. market.
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Survey: One-Third of Adults Say Cannabis Helps Them Sleep
by TG Branfalt on June 9, 2026
A survey published this month from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) found that 33% of respondents report cannabis helps them sleep or provides
CRIME
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Drug dealer jailed after officers smelt cannabis wafting from Tranmere flat
by David JW Humphreys on June 9, 2026
A drug dealer has been jailed following an investigation after officers smelt cannabis wafting from a flat in Tranmere. In November last year, officers from Wirral were at a block of flats on Broug
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Drug smuggling methods change to evade detection
by Paul Reynolds on June 9, 2026
Transnational organised crime groups have diversified their drug trafficking routes and methods of smuggling to evade detection and bring multi-million Euro drugs consignments to Europe, according to the latest EU drugs report.
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After THC cookies sicken kids, teacher in Dunsmuir, complaint filed
by Staff reports on June 9, 2026
An incident in which students and a teacher were hospitalized after eating cannabis cookies left in a Dunsmuir classroom prompted the sheriff's office to file a complaint with the DA's office.
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Man arrested after ‘sophiscated’ cannabis growhouse found on Kerry-Cork border
by Sinead Kelleher on June 9, 2026
A man remains in garda custody in connection with the discovery of a ‘sophiscated’ growhouse on the Kerry-Cork border.
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22 Referred for Selling Vaporizable Narcotics in E-Cigarette Liquid
by Lee Seung-kyu on June 9, 2026
22 Referred for Selling Vaporizable Narcotics in E-Cigarette Liquid Daegu police seize synthetic cannabis and 7.75 million won in proceeds, tracking remaining funds and international accomplices
CULTURE
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Cannabis Hospitality Leading the Evolution of Cannabis Culture
by Philip Wolf on June 9, 2026
We are at a time where cannabis hospitality is on the rise and people’s consumption is being guided by professionals through experience.
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Does Weed Really Make You More Creative? What Artists and Science Have to Say About Cannabis and Creativity
by @Herbworthy on June 8, 2026
From flow states to writer's block, discover why so many artists use cannabis—and whether science supports the cannabis and creativity connection.
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Cannabis in Europe: A German Week (June 2026)
by Aurélien BERNARD on June 8, 2026
This week, Berlin is set to once again become one of the main hubs of the European cannabis market.
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How to recover a struggling cannabis cultivation facility: the case for controlled optimization
by mmjdaily.com on June 8, 2026
In this second part of the series, Christopher Leavitt, founder of Voyager Genetics, covers the cultural and financial dimensions of the seasoning process. What happens to teams and…
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How to Buy Weed in Grenada: 2026 Visitor Guide
by @Herbworthy on June 8, 2026
Discover how to buy weed in Grenada in 2026. Learn cannabis laws, possession limits, beach culture, Rastafari influence, and visitor travel rules.
EDIBLES
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Co-use of Cannabis Edibles and Alcohol Increases Driving Impairment, suggests JAMA study
by Dr Riya Dave,Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli on June 7, 2026
According to new research, combining cannabis edibles with alcohol significantly worsened driving performance and increased feelings of intoxication compared with using either substance alone....
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Hidden driving danger when edible cannabis and alcohol mix
by ScienceDaily on June 7, 2026
Using cannabis edibles and alcohol together may make drivers far more impaired than either substance alone, according to new research from Johns Hopkins. Even more concerning, common field sobriety tests often failed to detect the cannabis-related impairment.
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Study Finds Mixing Edible Cannabis, Alcohol Impairs Drivers More
by Carrier Management on June 4, 2026
Combining cannabis edibles and alcohol together may impair drivers far more than either substance alone, according to new research from Johns Hopkins Medicine. More worrisome is that standard field sobriety tests often failed to detect impairment caused by cannabis, whether it was consumed by itself or alongside alcohol. The findings, published in JAMA Network, indicate … Continued
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The TSA Updated Its Cannabis Policy — Here's What It Means for Travelers
by https://www.facebook.com/foodandwine on June 4, 2026
Planning to fly with medical marijuana this summer? The TSA recently updated its guidance to list medical marijuana as a permitted item in carry-on and checked bags, though state laws, airline policies, and local law enforcement can still complicate travel. Here's what experts say travelers should know before heading to the airport.
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Edibles Maker Pot + Pan Is Going Nationwide
by Cannabis Equipment News on June 3, 2026
The company's products had only been available in one state up until now.
JOBS
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Ensuring the high road in Cannabis: Legalization offers a chance to make the cannabis industry a model of good jobs—if workers are given a voice
by Sebastian Hickey on June 7, 2026
What this report finds: There are many potential paths for cannabis workers under broader cannabis legalization likely to come. Under the low-road scenario outlined in this report, cannabis workers are subject to the same harmful practices inflicted on nonunionized workers in agriculture and other industries with parallels to cannabis: low wages, few workplace benefits, unprotected…
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on June 1, 2026
Explore the June 2026 Canadian cannabis jobs update, featuring positions in cultivation, production, retail, and more across provinces and territories. Find your next role in Canada’s cannabis industry.
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Fluent trims New York cannabis operations ahead of Vireo deal
by Margaret Jackson on May 13, 2026
And a second cannabis MSO is closing a Michigan cultivation operation for combined job losses of more than 100 employees.
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Chestertown cannabis facility with 37 jobs facing closure
by Larry Rulison on May 11, 2026
Etain LLC, which had become part of Fluent Corp., reports that it plans to close its Chestertown facility in August.
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on May 1, 2026
Our May 2026 jobs roundup highlights new cannabis industry openings across Canada, spanning retail, production, brand representation, and more.
POLITICS
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Republicans should listen to Ronald Reagan, not Joe Rogan, on cannabis
by Matt Poling on June 9, 2026
When it comes to cannabis, Republicans should listen to Ronald Reagan, not Joe Rogan, writes Matt Poling, a family physician.
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Intoxicating hemp industry seeks rescue in Congress as ban looms
by Nathaniel Weixel,The Hill on June 8, 2026
The intoxicating hemp industry and its allies are quickly running out of time to convince Congress to delay or stop a looming ban on their products. Without action, a ban on hemp-de…
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Michigan’s wholesale cannabis tax is failing exactly as everyone predicted
by Kyle Kaminski on June 8, 2026
A new state wholesale tax was supposed to help fix Michigan's roads. Instead, it's breaking the cannabis industry—and the potholes still need to get filled.
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‘These sorts of confusion and delays can cause real issues’
by https://theweek.com/author/justin-klawans on June 8, 2026
Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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Idaho Lawmakers Approve Ballot Language For Measure To Block Voters From Legalizing Marijuana
by Tom Angell on June 8, 2026
Idaho lawmakers have approved ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment that would prevent voters from ever being able to decide to legalize marijuana via an initiative. The Legislative Council, a bicameral group of lawmakers, voted on Thursday to sign off on a statement of meaning and purpose for the measure, as well as arguments
SCIENCE
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Oldest evidence of marijuana use discovered in 2500-year-old cemetery in peaks of western China
by newsfromscience on June 8, 2026
THC levels in braziers show mourners along the ancient Silk Road inhaled
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Science
by abcnews on June 5, 2026
Stay up to date with the top Australian science news, and industry information.
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United States set to allow more facilities to produce marijuana for research
by newsfromscience on June 5, 2026
Drug Enforcement Administration opens door to more cannabis growers to supply drug for research
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After 4-year delay, DEA will review dozens of requests to grow marijuana for research
by newsfromscience on June 5, 2026
New rules would govern companies and organizations seeking to produce cannabis for medical studies
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Cannabis research database shows how U.S. funding focuses on harms of the drug
by newsfromscience on June 2, 2026
Analysis of 50 funders finds cannabis treatment research is growing slowly