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Pot Shop News™ Issue #009
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Issue #009 covers cannabis drive-thrus, federal rescheduling, inspection readiness, testing and quality, workforce development, careers and Jointalism™.
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What Does the Democratic Sweep Mean for US Cannabis?
by Ben Stevens on November 10, 2026After the midterm shock, ongoing state-level cannabis policy battles across the country will be reshaped and rebalanced.
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16 Governors From Across The U.S. Push Congress To Pass...
by Tom Angell on November 10, 2026A coalition of 16 governors from across the U.S. is calling on Congress to pass legislation to increase marijuana businesses’ access to banks, saying it will “protect public safety, increase revenues, and improve transparency in our states.” Citing the Trump administration’s move to federally reschedule marijuana, the governors wrote in a letter to […]
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The Cannabis Testing Market is Projected to Grow Rapidly at...
by Oliver Guirdham on November 10, 2026The Business Research Company's Cannabis Testing Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035
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Will a Leaner Canadian Cannabis Business Pay Off for Tilray...
by kalkineca on November 10, 2026Tilray will close its Foss facility, expand Masson and centralize pre-roll production while nudging its EBITDA guidance up.
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Gen. George S. Patton’s Family Honors Its Military Legacy...
by Chris Kudialis on November 10, 2026Descendants of the famed World War II commander have turned a Massachusetts family farm into a 55-employee cannabis business committed to hiring veterans, expanding cannabis access and supporting veterans charities.
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Federal THC cap threatens to wipe out Oregon's hemp CBD...
by mmjdaily.com on November 10, 2026A federal provision taking effect December 11, 2026 threatens to remove nearly all hemp-derived CBD products from the national market, pushing Oregon hemp farmers and processors into an…
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Cannabis and Modern Wellness: Understanding the Growing...
by Blaine on November 9, 2026Plant-based products are now common in food, skincare and personal care. Many people pay closer attention to the ingredients in the products they buy and want to know where they come from. Cannabis has also become part of these discussions, with people showing interest in hemp, CBD and other cannabis-based products. These products are not...
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As federal changes loom, Oregon hemp farmers brace for an...
by Alejandro Figueroa on November 9, 2026A federal law that takes effect in December could push Oregon's few remaining hemp farmers to pull out of the industry entirely.
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Medical Cannabis and Neurological Conditions: What the...
by Jodie Yettram on November 9, 2026What does research show about medical cannabis for multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, neuropathic pain and epilepsy? Explore the evidence and its limits.
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Attorney General Files Suit Against Dispensary
by Emily O’Leary on November 9, 2026The Missouri Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against a Des Peres dispensary, accusing the business of misleading consumers about the amount of THC in its products.
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66K views · 377 reactions | Haider Ali had progressed from...
by facebookapp on November 10, 2026Haider Ali had progressed from being a street dealer in 2014 to holding a significant role within the Adam OCG in 2024 into 2025 🚨 #manchestereveningnews #rochdale #crime
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New Oklahoma law could mean DUI charges for marijuana...
by Ben Fenwick, The Oklahoman on November 10, 2026A move to reclassify THC under state law means prosecutors could pursue DUI charges against medical marijuana patients, defense attorneys say.
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Birmingham Airport cannabis smuggling plot, couriers fined
by Reuben Virk on November 10, 2026Final couriers sentenced over £13.8m Birmingham Airport cannabis smuggling plot
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More couriers sentenced over £13.8 million cannabis...
by Ldn-Post on November 10, 2026The final two drugs couriers were sentenced at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday, 9 November. Jamal Clarke, 22, from Walthamstow, London, and Tasia Nelson, 22, from Newquay, Cornwall, were sentenced to 30 months imprisonment and 30 months imprisonment suspended for three years respectively. Five members of a drugs smuggling gang who were part of a
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Man arrested in Kildare following seizure of €235,000...
by Ciarán Mather on November 10, 2026The arrest follows an intelligence-led operation which was conducted by An Garda Síochána
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Opinion: Open dialogue, education can change cannabis...
by @dailybruin on November 8, 2026This post was updated Feb. 5 at 7:07 p.m. We pride ourselves on curiosity, questioning mindsets, breaking stereotypes and expanding knowledge at UCLA. Yet one topic is often left in a cloud of haze: cannabis use and its role in higher education.
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NCB-led drive clears over 450 acres of illegal cannabis...
by Animesh Singh on November 7, 2026The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Itanagar Zonal Unit, in a joint operation with the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Arunachal Pradesh Police, has cleared approximately 458 acres of illicit cannabis cultivation in the Kalaktang subdivision of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh.
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How cannabis content creators can build a professional...
by Dean Burgess on November 6, 2026Cannabis podcasters, YouTubers, Substack writers and Instagram creators today need visuals that match the quality of their ideas. Here's how.
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Nepal court gives green light to 'controlled' cannabis...
by The Standard 英文虎報 on November 5, 2026Nepal's top court gave the green light to regulated cannabis cultivation for some uses, decades after the Himalayan nation banned the crop, a petitioner in the case told AFP on Thursday.
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Morocco cuts illegal cannabis cultivation by over 88% since...
by Khadija Tachfine on November 4, 2026Morocco’s Ministry of Interior said the area used for illegal cannabis cultivation fell from around 134,000 hectares in 2003 to 15,496 hectares in 2026,
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Edible Marijuana Dangers: How Parents Can Prevent THC...
by HealthyChildren.org on November 7, 2026It's important for parents understand how edible marijuana products are packaged, the amount of THC they contain, how the drug is absorbed in the body and what to do when a child accidentally eats them. Learn more here.
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Edible Marijuana Poisoning in Children
by UPMC | Life Changing Medicine on November 7, 2026The number of marijuana edible exposures in children increased drastically in recent years. Consuming edibles can have dangerous effects on kids. Learn more.
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Scientists discover a hidden warning sign of cannabis...
by ScienceDaily on November 7, 2026A study of more than 17,700 US adults found that people who use cannabis in multiple forms have dramatically higher rates of daily consumption and addiction symptoms than those who stick primarily to one method. Nearly 67% of those who used almost every form met criteria for cannabis use disorder, compared with just 15% of people who mainly consumed edibles.
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Canadian Cannabis Edibles: Brands, Formats, and Information
by RMR Staff on November 7, 2026A look at four licensed Canadian edible cannabis brands, the formats they come in, and how to read THC amounts on Canadian edible packaging.
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South Dakota Doubles Medical Marijuana Edible THC Limit to...
by Anthony Martinelli on November 6, 2026South Dakota has officially doubled the maximum amount of THC allowed in individual medical marijuana edible servings, increasing the limit from 50 milligrams to 100 … Continue reading
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on November 2, 2026Canada's cannabis job market continues to grow, with new career opportunities across the country. In our November 2026 job posting roundup, you'll find roles in...
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Cannabis Career Expo Highlights Jobs and Business...
by Melissa Bryan on October 28, 2026Prospective workers and business owners gathered Monday at My Brother’s Workshop on St. Thomas to explore employment opportunities and build partnerships within the Virgin Islands’ developing cannabis industry.
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New Rules For California Employers Testing for Marijuana...
by Adelyn Vigran on October 24, 2026New Rules For California Employers Testing for Marijuana Use Are Approaching Fast
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on October 2, 2026Explore the latest cannabis jobs in Canada for October 2026. Browse new career opportunities in retail, cultivation, production, and management across the country.
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Mass. marijuana industry employs nearly 18,000 people....
by Auzzy Byrdsell on September 25, 2026Workers worry about losing their jobs if voters kill their industry in November.
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What Does the Democratic Sweep Mean for US Cannabis?
by Ben Stevens on November 10, 2026
After the midterm shock, ongoing state-level cannabis policy battles across the country will be reshaped and rebalanced.
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16 Governors From Across The U.S. Push Congress To Pass...
by Tom Angell on November 10, 2026
A coalition of 16 governors from across the U.S. is calling on Congress to pass legislation to increase marijuana businesses’ access to banks, saying it will “protect public safety, increase revenues, and improve transparency in our states.” Citing the Trump administration’s move to federally reschedule marijuana, the governors wrote in a letter to […]
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Marijuana Would Be Legalized Statewide In Texas Under New...
by Tom Angell on November 10, 2026Just one week after the midterm elections put Texas Democrats in control of statewide offices and gave the party a majority in the House of Representatives, lawmakers have begun prefiling bills for the 2027 session to legalize marijuana and make other reforms to cannabis laws. HB 369, filed on Monday by Rep. Joe Moody (D),
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New Hampshire Democrats Talk Plans To Legalize Marijuana...
by Tom Angell on November 10, 2026New Hampshire Democratic lawmakers are discussing plans to use their newly won majorities in the Senate and House of Representatives to legalize marijuana in the state—even as voters last week also reelected a Republican governor who strongly opposes legalizing cannabis. Timothy Egan, a Democratic former state representative who won a House seat again […]
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Groundbreaking Push for Texas Cannabis Legalization Unveiled
by Joe Kelley on November 10, 2026New Texas bills aim to legalize recreational cannabis, permit home growing, and establish a regulated sales system for adults 21+ starting 2027. | NewsRadio 1080 KRLD
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Extreme heat is sending more people to the emergency room
by The Associated Press on August 27, 2026A Northwestern study of nearly 1 million Chicago ER visits found hot days spike gunshot wounds, kidney problems and even mental health issues.
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Cannabis Use Linked to Earlier Psychosis Onset
by August 26, 2026 August 26, 2026 on August 26, 2026Cannabis users experience psychosis onset 2.5 years earlier on average compared with non-users, a meta-analysis shows.
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Oldest evidence of marijuana use discovered in...
by newsfromscience on August 25, 2026THC levels in braziers show mourners along the ancient Silk Road inhaled
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Cannabis Inhalation Linked to Less Cardiac Ectopy in...
by Brian Ellis on August 24, 2026Adults without a history of cardiac arrhythmias have less cardiac ectopy on days they were randomly assigned to inhale cannabis than on days they abstained.
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News at a glance: Antibioticmaking clams, marijuana for...
by newsfromscience on August 24, 2026The latest in science and policy
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