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Canada’s Cannasseurs: Who Should You Know?

Cannabis is proving to be a plant with infinite possibilities. But with infinite possibilities comes a plethora of products and potential uses. This leaves cannabis enthusiasts and novices alike with countless options to explore and various products and experiences to navigate. Which means that Canada dispensaries are the oases of cannabis possibilities. When entering a dispensary, or even an online dispensary in Canada, it’s easy to be faced with “choice overload.” Oftentimes shoppers will rely

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Learn To Roll A Joint & Sushi With This Denver Workshop

Have you ever considered the notion that smoking joints and eating sushi may be a perfect match? Even better, you can learn how to roll joints and sushi like a master in this unique workshop session! The “Sushi & Joint Rolling Class” is one of the many canna tourism-related workshops, seminars, and guided tours that are offered by My420Tours in Denver. At Sushi & Joint Rolling Class in Denver, you will be walked through the

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Is Canna World Cup Amsterdam Festival 2022 Canceled?

Despite the fact that the Canna World Cup Amsterdam 2022 is scheduled to begin in precisely 2 months, the event has gone utterly quiet. Over the previous several months, no announcements have been made, and countless unanswered inquiries have been posted as comments on all of their social media accounts. The issue that remains unanswered is whether the Canna World Cup will make its premiere with a festival in Amsterdam in 2022, or if it

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10 Amsterdam Coffeeshops With On-Site Cannabis Vaporizers

If you’re looking for the greatest vape lounges in Amsterdam, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will assist you in locating the top coffeeshop lounges in Amsterdam equipped with vaporizers for vaping your cannabis dry herbs or hashish! Vaporizing cannabis is becoming more popular. We previously explored various reasons why marijuana users are switching from smoking cannabis to vaping their herbs. Portability is one of those factors. However, although many dry herb vaporizers

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Top 7 Reasons Why Cannabis Users Prefer Dry Herb Vaporizers

Cannabis consumption habits have shifted as a result of technological advancements in consumption methods. People are experimenting with a variety of methods of ingestion, like edibles and dry herb vaporizers, rather than just smoking cannabis, which has health hazards. The world is becoming more convenient, and people are always on the go, which is contributing to the increased use of dry herb vaporizers. A dry herb vaporizer is a device that uses heat to create

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How Long Do CBD Products Typically Last?

What is the shelf-life of CBD Products? How long does the potency really last? Short answer: it depends. Cannabidiol (CBD) itself generally has a shelf life of about 1-2 years before it expires. However, some CBD products (like cosmetics, edibles, topicals, etc.) contain additional ingredients in their formulations which may affect their lasting power. Some signs that CBD oil has probably gone bad include: A funky or unpleasant smell A thick or murky appearance A

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Legally Buying Cannabis At Sovereign Native American Recreational Dispensaries In New York

New York authorized recreational cannabis about 10 months ago, but the retail side of things has been reluctant to get started, to say the least. Adults 21+ and older may consume and possess it now, but without a medical license, can not legally source cannabis products.  There are no licensed recreational dispensaries operating in New York State at this time, and there are no rules allowing for home cultivation. Currently, still no timeline for recreational dispensary

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2021 Amsterdam Coffeeshop Awards (RECAP)

The Amsterdam Coffeeshop Awards wrapped up 2021 with a tripartite competition identifying the Netherlands’ best cannabis products. The inaugural edition of The Amsterdam Coffeeshop Awards included three competitions, each identifying and showcasing outstanding individuals and cannabis products in the Netherlands. Traditional judging by a panel of 20 industry professionals in the categories of Indica Flower, Sativa Flower, Hybrid Flower, Hash, Edible, Extract, Pre-roll, CBD product, and Cannabis Industry Game was accompanied this year by a

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The Best Black Friday Cannabis Seed Sales Are Here

It’s almost Black Friday and the best cannabis seed sales are here. Here, we go over the best cannabis seed sales from seed breeders and seed banks. This year the Black Friday cannabis seed sales are so amazing, it’s practically raining seeds! There is no better time than now to pick up your green thumb and start growing your own at home! Check out this compiled list of the best Black Friday marijuana seed sales

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Amsterdam Top 5: €5 Hash Deals (August 2020)

Amsterdam Top 5 Hash Deals Last month, we started a fun blog series, Amsterdam Top 5, and launched it with exciting deals that we found at the coffeeshops. We traveled around the entire city, checking out coffeeshop after coffeeshop to find the best quality buds at the €5 range, and we even found some priced under €5 per gram! After great feedback, we decided to keep the discount theme going for our second Amsterdam Top

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Testing Cannabis Potency at Coffeeshop Blackstar with Purpl Pro

Earlier this summer we began testing the potency of cannabis flowers from various Amsterdam Coffeeshops. We’ve analyzed THC & CBD potency of buds from coffeeshop menus at The Bushdocter, Popeye, De Kade, or Original Dampkring. Now we venture to Coffeeshop Blackstar to inspect potency levels of cannabis flowers. All testing is done using Purpl Purpl Pro by Purpl Scientific. This device allows for instant cannabinoid potency in the palm of your hand. Curious how it works?

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Testing Cannabis Potency at Original Dampkring with Purpl Pro

This summer we began testing cannabis potency levels at Amsterdam coffeeshops with Purpl Pro. We have already traveled to The Bushdocter, Popeye, and De Kade. This time, we inspect potency of levels of cannabis flowers at Coffeeshop Original Dampkring. Coffeeshop Original Dampkring is located at Handboogstraat 29, 1012 XM in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Original Dampkring has one of the most extensive and informative menus in the country. See the menu for yourself on our new Medication

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Amsterdam Top 5: Cannabis Deals €5 & Under (July 2020)

Shopping on a budget? Sometimes travel expenses can pile up quicker than you can blink. Don’t worry, after reading this list, you will be a pro at finding deals in Amsterdam! Check out our Amsterdam Coffeeshops Top 5: Cannabis Deals, €5 & Under. We traveled all over Amsterdam to hunt down the best deals in the city. Here are our favorite Amsterdam coffeeshop deals, €5 & under per gram. Blue Magic Kabouter – Boerejongens Sloterdijk

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Testing Cannabis Potency at Coffeeshop De Kade with Purpl Pro

Earlier this summer we began testing the potency of cannabis flowers from various Amsterdam Coffeeshops. We already traveled to Coffeeshop The Bushdocter and Coffeeshop Popeye to analyze flowers off their menu. Next we inspect cannabis flowers potency at Coffeeshop De Kade with Purpl Pro. Coffeeshop De Kade is a great location outside of Amsterdam’s main centrum rings. It is located in the south of Amsterdam at Stadionkade 107. While at Coffeeshop De Kade we analyzed the cannabis

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Testing Cannabis Potency at Coffeeshop Popeye with Purpl Pro

Last month we began testing the potency of cannabis flowers from various Amsterdam Coffeeshops. We stopped at Coffeeshop Popeye to analyze cannabis potency of strains off their menu with Purpl Pro by Purpl Scientific. This device allows you to instantly read THC & CBD levels of cannabis flowers. We tested potency of 3 strains from the Coffeeshop Popeye menu: Headband, Super Silver Haze, & Amnesia Haze. Headband: 24% Empty that jar on your top shelf and make way

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Testing Cannabis Potency at Coffeeshop Bushdocter with Purpl Pro

Last month we began testing the potency of cannabis flowers from various Amsterdam Coffeeshops. For our first testing we brought the Purpl Pro by Purpl Scientific to Coffeeshop Bushdocter to analyze cannabis potency of strains off their menu. The strains Coffeeshop Bushdocter are pretty well known to us. We have offered many educational workshops inside the shops smoking areas, including pressing dabs at our Coffeeshop Rosin Press events. Coffeeshop Bushdocter’s products are always reeking of

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Testing Cannabis Potency from Amsterdam’s Coffeeshops with Purpl Pro

Audio Kush is now offering Amsterdam coffeeshops cannabis potency testing with Purpl Pro. Over the course of the next several weeks we will be traveling across Amsterdam’s green light district to inspect cannabis flowers, and test their potency. Using Purpl Pro, we will be able to instantly analyze the potency levels of cannabis flowers. We will be traveling across Amsterdam with the Purpl Pro testing device, to analyze cannabis potency from various coffeeshops. We will

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Blast at Unlicensed LA Hash Oil Facility Sends 12 Firefighters to Hospital

12 Los Angeles firefighters have been taken to the hospital for burn treatment after responding to a fire at a cannabis oil production facility near the downtown region of Los Angeles. The presence of highly flammable solvents at the scene caused a great explosion, described by many on scene as a “fireball”. The fire blazed so powerfully, it melted parts of the helmets of several firemen. Major fire in Little Tokyo/downtown Los Angeles at San

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Product Demo: Purpl Pro – Mobile Cannabis Potency Testing

Product Demo: Purpl Pro – Instant Mobile Cannabis Potency Testing Purpl Pro is a mobile microlab by Purpl Scientific that provides instant cannabis potency measurement. Instantly test your cannabis flower with Purpl Pro’s potency analysis capabilities. Purpl Pro is perfect for coffeeshops, social clubs, dispensaries, homegrowers, events & expos, and more. Purpl Pro’s instant, mobile cannabis potency testing device is available in Europe exclusively through Delta 9 Analytics.  HOW TO USE PURPL PRO• Load your

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26-Year-Old Invents New Grinder With Simple Hack

Zachary McCreedy loves cannabis. The 26 year old from Norfolk, Virginia has a history of creating outrageous party accessories ranging from glow in the dark table tennis to giant bongs. When he created the ZAM Grinder, a compact metal device, only 1.1 inches (2.8 cm) in diameter, McCreedy hoped to reach a larger market by improving upon a product which millions of people rely upon daily. McCreedy’s business ventures began when he developed a website about

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Coffeeshop Rosin Press: Obama Kush (Flower) – Bushdocter Amsterdam

In February 2020, Audio Kush TV went to Coffeeshop Bushdocter in Amsterdam for an educational rosin press workshop. During this coffeeshop rosin press, we squished some lovely flower and hash that day, including the infamous Obama Kush. We were able to get multiple rosin presses from Coffeeshop Bushdocter‘s Obama Kush flower. Only one press is shown in the video. Some of the other strains pressed into rosin at Coffeeshop Bushdocter that day include their Grape

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Buy One Get One Cannabis Seeds: Fast Buds 420 Sale

Fast Buds runs an extended 420 sale, through April 30. Buy one pack of cannabis seeds at Fast Buds and get one pack of seeds for free. Fast Buds carries an extensive catalogue of autoflowering genetics including Wedding Cheesecake, Gorilla Glue, Purple Lemonade, and Tangie. Take advantage of their extended 420 buy one get one free sale and grow your own cannabis plant today! Why grow autoflower cannabis? You can harvest twice the amount of

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THE ULTIMATE 420 GIVEAWAY GUIDE (2020)

THE ULTIMATE 420 GIVEAWAY GUIDE Check out some of the hottest 420 giveaways of 2020 and enter for a chance to win the latest cannabis products! 420 is a special holiday for the cannabis community, a time to celebrate cannabis for all of its medicinal and recreational benefits and to acknowledge how far the global community has come over the past several decades. Many brands are celebrating with giveaways to express their appreciation to their

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Why Is Jack Herer The Best Strain To Smoke On April 15th?

While Sensi Seeds has not openly released the strain genetics, Jack Herer has been accepted to be a 3-way cross of Northern Lights #5, Shiva Skunk, & Original Haze. Jack Herer is a multiple award winning strain, with over a dozen reputable awards including several 1st Place awards at High Times Cannabis Cup and Highlife Cup. The 55% sativa dominant hybrid is a popular day-time strain, even though it has many properties of its indica

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Exxus Mini Vaporizer is 42% Off at Got Vape

LOOKING FOR A DRY HERB VAPE? The Exxus Mini dry herb vaporizer by Exxus Vape is on sale now at GotVape.com. Purchase Exxus Mini by Exxus Vape now for only $72.49! If you have been on the hunt for a light-weight & compact dry-herb vaporizer, then you should check out Exxus Mini vaporizer. This easy to use, dry herb vaporizer is offers an ergonomic design and an adjustable temperature of 320 to 410 degrees Fahrenheit.

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VIDEO: How To Rip A Cold Start Dab (aka. Reverse Dabs)

Different types of concentrates will vaporize at different temperatures. In order to get the perfect dab, every time, you might want to check out a cold start dab (aka. reverse dabs). Get a perfect low-temp dab every time with a cold start dab. HOW TO RIP A COLD START DAB • Put your concentrate in the bottom for the banger • Place the carb cab on top • Torch the bottom of the banger for

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Coronavirus Disrupts Amsterdam, 420 HempFest Postponed

As the Coronavirus outbreak continues to grow, it now causes disruptions in Amsterdam. 420 Hempfest, originally scheduled for 19 April, has been postponed until further notice. 420 Hempfest issued out a press release this afternoon:After much consideration the team behind 420 Hempfest have taken the steps to postpone the current edition to a later date in the year. This decision was made due to the current health concerns in Holland and we wanted to ensure

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Coronavirus Attacks Hemp Fair in Italy, Postponed Until Sept

Coronavirus continues to spike as it takes another 600 lives over the past 3 days. The Indica Sativa Trade Show 2020 at Unipol Arena in Bologna, Italy has been postponed until September 25-27. The original dates for the hemp fair were April 17-19. “Due to the health emergency that is affecting our country we decided to postpone the event to 25-26-27 September” – Indica Sativa Dutch Fem, cannabis genetic breeders from the Netherlands, state, “we

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Coronavirus Forces Major Conference Cancelations, Spannabis Continues With No Concern

Coronavirus continues to sweep the globe by storm. To be exact, 3,526 deaths, 104,184 confirmed cases, and 98 countries and territories have been effected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Mobile World Congress, scheduled February 24-27 in Barcelona, was the first major conference to cancel. The conference expected upwards of 100,000 visitors. In a recent statement, GSMA CEO John Hoffman states, “with due regard to the safe and healthy environment in Barcelona and the host country

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Amsterdam’s 420 HempFest – It’s 420 Everyday This April

“We are consciously redefining what ‘Cannabis / Hemp’ is, with this April 2020’s festivities.” – 420 Hemp Fest This April 2020 is 420 all month long! Amsterdam, get ready for a month long extravaganza including smoke sessions, community meet-ups, guest speakers, educational workshops, & demonstrations. On 19 April 2020, get ready for the big event at Radion; 420 HempFest. 420 HempFest brings together 50+ hemp vendors & exhibitors with live music. Hemp will be showcased

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Spannabis, World’s Largest Cannabis Trade Show, March 13-15

Spannabis is an annual event held in Barcelona, Spain.  It is the biggest cannabis trade show in the world, which draws 30,000 attendees. The 2020 edition is taking place on March 13-15 at Fira de Cornellá in Barcelona. Tickets start at €20 (€19 online) for 1 day and €50 (€49 online) for 3 day. Sponsors of Spannabis 2020 include DNA Genetics, Atami, Barney’s Farm, Davinci, Dinafem Seeds, Dutch Passion, Exxus, Green House Seed Co., Grotek, Hesi,

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Visit Vintage Art Exhibit & Smoke Weed Simultaneously in Amsterdam

Urban photographer Judocus van Soest brings us back to Amsterdam in the 1980s with photography. “In 1980 I moved with my family to Amsterdam. 19 years old I experienced the sub-culture of this busting city in the eighties. On my regular walks through town I used to took along a Pentax Single Lens Reflex camera with me. Photography became a passion and there was much to see and to record on camera. A colorful collection

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise (Time Lapse) • Jack Herer Cup 2019

On Friday, 17 May, 2019, the inaugural Jack Herer Cup was held at at the Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam. Before the ceremony began, we joined other VIP guests on a hazey canal cruise around Amsterdam Centrum. Presenting sponsors: Original Dampkring, Feels Good, & Royal Highness Marketing, Fun Fact: Amsterdam is home to more than one hundred kilometers of canals and 1,500 bridges. “Amsterdam is a place that was very important for Jack. He made many

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Today Is Virtual Cannabis Activism Day In New York State

Today, January 8th 2020, marks a significant date for New York’s medical marijuana program, and is coined “MMJ Virtual Lobby Day”. Currently, New York States medical program is pitiful. It is time to make significant amendments to this program! How To Get A New York Medical Marijuana Card Let us review the current NY Medical Marijuana Program. You may be eligible for medical marijuana if you have been diagnosed with one or more of the

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Start 2020 Right: Feed Your Soul With Brunch at Coffeeshop Kronkel!

Netherlands readers! Head on over to Coffeeshop Kronkel in Nijmegen to start your new year with some delicious soul food. The coffeeshop is hosting its annual New Year’s Day buffet beginning at 4 PM on 1 January, 2020. Kronkel opened to serve the Nijmegen region in 1986 and has been a hotspot for local residents and visitors alike since. The shop features the classic coffeeshop atmosphere with many added attractions including DJ events, pool tournaments,

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VIDEO: Turn CBD Flower Into Solventless Rosin Dabs

Ever want to make your own dabs? Now basically anyone can make their own medicinal dabs with legal industrial hemp CBD flower. For this video, we used the manual function on our Pneumatic Press, which is a great addition to the automatic press for anyone that is looking to press hash. This press was customized to work in Fahrenheit. It is currently available in Celsius. SAVE 5% ON YOUR ORDER AT nectarpress710.com WITH PROMO CODE:

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Coffeeshop Hop w/ Audio Kush & Top Cat – 13 Dec 2019

On 13th December, 2019, join Audio Kush & Top Cat for Coffeeshop Hopping, A Traveling Smoke Session across Amsterdam. Follow our Instagram feeds for live updates. We will be accompanied by some amazing sponsors, providing giveaways to make the festivities extra lit! Bongs, Bangers, e-Rigs, Collectors, & Cones available to use. The festivities start at 7pm and end at 1am! We will be hopping around to 3 different coffeeshops during the evening. Space is limited.

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Rage Against The Machine – 2020 World Tour Dates

We present to you….. Rage Against The Machine’s 2020 World Tour schedule. This tour schedule was leaked on their social media. Though, it was quickly removed. We are aware the North American dates are confirmed. So can this be true? We can only hope. In the mean time, let’s listen to one of our favorite Rage songs…… “BULLS ON PARADE!”

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Want a Career in Cannabis? Job Fair – Boston – Nov 15th

On Friday, November 15th, MCR Labs, in association with Massachusetts Recreational Consumer Council (MRCC), will be hosting ‘Cultivating an Industry’. This is an educational cannabis career fair that will be held at the Dewitt Center in Boston, Massachusetts. “Connect with industry leaders, advocates, and dispensaries to learn more about their career opportunities at our upcoming job fair.” –https://mcrlabs.com/ Here you will be able to network with a variety of cannabis employers and advocates including Cannabis

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13 Nov – #GirlyWeedSesh Returns – Amsterdam

On 13th November Girly Weed Smokers returns to Amsterdam with the 16th edition of #GirlyWeedSesh. This time the ladies are invading Coffeeshop Relax. And they are in for a treat since Relax’s menu is packed with some of the best Amsterdam Genetics flower strains, hash, & award winning edibles! Check out a recent Relax menu here. Want to get involved with this exclusive girls only smoke session in Amsterdam? Send GirlyWeedSmokers a message on Facebook

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Harvest Festival 2019

Thank you to everyone who made the inaugural WNY Harvest Festival possible! We want to acknowledge all of our wonderful sponsors: In:fusd, Cheech Glass, Beretta Graphics, Dam Terps, The Kokoro Way, LLC, Local Smoke Shop, Nectar Press, MagicalButter.com, Sweet Leaf Distribution, Wint’s Prints, HeadSpace Gifts & Glass, Lake Effect Extracts, Nature’s Little Helpers, Wholesale Holistic’s LLC, Amsterdam Genetics. Congratulations to the winners of the very first CBD Squash Off: Nature’s Little Helpers, Father Obsidian,Spaced Out Studioz, & One Hemp Holistics. It was

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Visiting Headspace Glass New Location on Transit in East Amherst, NY

East Amherst, NY – We took a trip over to Headspace Glass & Gifts new location in East Amherst. This is their forth location, since launching their first store on Elmwood Ave. in Buffalo, NY in 2010! Headspace carries a large selection of scientific glass, CBD products, kratom, apparel, gifts, & so much more! Visit them at one of their 4 locations in Buffalo, Tonawanda, Hamburg/Orchard Park, or East Amherst. Headspace Glass will be one

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Food Trucks Wanted For #wnyharvestfest

We have space available for a few more Food Truck’s to serve delicious munchies at the inaugural #wnyharvestfest on October 26th in Buffalo, NY! Contact us via email at audiokushhq@gmail.com for more info.

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CANNABIS INDUSTRY NEWS

Emerging Trends of THC Cartridges for Cannabis Consumption

Creating the future is the greatest – and only – method to foresee it. Every segment of the cannabis business, including distributors, dispensaries, customers, and growers, contributes to the industry’s advancement. One of the sectors with the quickest rate of growth worldwide is cannabis. Therefore, governments throughout the globe made moves toward legalizing, and financiers doubled down (paywall) on financing the technologies assisting in driving the sector ahead. One of the most exciting developments in

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Hemp vs. Whey Protein: Which Is Better for Muscle Building?

Most people know that diet is equally (or sometimes more) important for muscle building as exercise. Protein supplements can offer great support to fulfill any need. Whey protein and hemp protein are popular protein supplements (such as effective gummies or capsules) for muscle building. So, if you feel confused about which one is better, keep reading. Here, we will share a comparative guide to help you find the best one. Source What Is Hemp Protein? 

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Contribute To A Sustainable Future With Greengo

Greengo Products is a reputable and trusted company that has established itself as a leading provider of sustainable smoking accessories and rolling papers. With their commitment to offering 100% natural and unbleached rolling papers, filter tips, and upcycled accessories, Greengo is dedicated to building a sustainable future. Greengo provides customers with high-quality products that are not only eco-friendly but also free from harmful chemicals. Their range of sustainable smoking accessories caters to the growing demand

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Native Dispensaries In Minnesota Open

Minnesota became the 23rd state in the nation to legalize cannabis for recreational use on August 1, 2023, however, no regulatory market for sales has been established. State law (Chapter 63, HF100) permits Minnesotans over the age of 21 to possess and use cannabis and cannabis products in specified quantities. Adults over the age of 21 may possess or transport up to 2 ounces of cannabis flower, 8 grams of concentrate, and 800 milligrams within edibles. Possession

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Resident Looks To Repeal South Dakota MMJ Program

A South Dakota resident has recently launched a campaign to repeal the state’s current medical marijuana legislation. In 2020, South Dakotans voted overwhelmingly in favor of both medical and recreational marijuana. In 2021, however, the state Supreme Court overturned the legalization of adult use recreational cannabis. In South Dakota, the medical marijuana program did not begin until one year later, in July 2022. Ismay Wants To Repeal South Dakota MMJ Program Travis Ismay, a resident of

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Luxembourg Legalizes Cannabis For Personal Use

A new decision marks a significant shift in Luxembourg’s stance on cannabis, as it becomes the second country in Europe to legalize the drug for personal use. Despite facing delays over the past two years, the bill received majority support from 38 MPs, paving the way for the legalization of cannabis home cultivation and possession for recreational purposes. This move highlights a growing trend towards the relaxation of cannabis laws worldwide, as more countries recognize

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Amsterdam Cannabis Smoking Ban In Red Light District Begins

Within Amsterdam’s Red Light District, cannabis smoking will no longer be permitted outside as of today, the 25th of May, after the implementation of a new law. This means that cannabis use is restricted to licensed establishments like coffeeshops, and not in the open public. The new Amsterdam cannabis smoking ban was made by the city council, back by demand by Mayor Helasma, in an attempt to clean up the area. The ban applies to

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Europe Blocks Germany’s Cannabis Legalization, Now Moves To Decriminalize

On Wednesday, Germany met with the European Union, to learn the EU wants to obstruct their efforts to legalize cannabis. Now, Germany will concentrate on decriminalization of cannabis, including regulated pilot sales and small-scale home cultivation.  Germany scales back its cannabis legalization plans to focus on a 5-year research project that includes highly regulated sales and home cultivation, after the European Union blocked the country’s plans to fully legalize cannabis on Wednesday. In a position document from

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NH House Passes Marijuana Legalization Bill… Again

Round 2… fight! On Thursday February 20th, the New Hampshire House has once again voted to legalize recreational marijuana. In 2019, the House passed an earlier edition of the bill, which sought to instate a regulated & taxed retail market. Unfortunately, this bill was dead upon arrival in the Senate. The amended bill has now scrapped the idea of regulation and taxation. If the 2020 bill is passed, NH adults would be allowed to carry

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Cuomo Embarks Upon Tour Of Cannabis States Paving Way For New York Legalization

New York’s own, Governor Andrew Cuomo will be taking his team on a multi-state tour of states which have legalized recreational cannabis with an ultimate goal of furthering New York’s cannabis legislation to make way for legal recreational cannabis. The Cuomo team will head to Massachusetts and Illinois, as well as either California or Colorado with the aim of examining each state’s approach to the legalization of cannabis and to meet with representatives from each

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Today Is Virtual Cannabis Activism Day In New York State

Today, January 8th 2020, marks a significant date for New York’s medical marijuana program, and is coined “MMJ Virtual Lobby Day”. Currently, New York States medical program is pitiful. It is time to make significant amendments to this program! How To Get A New York Medical Marijuana Card Let us review the current NY Medical Marijuana Program. You may be eligible for medical marijuana if you have been diagnosed with one or more of the

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Home Grows Allowed For Personal Use In Italy

An Italian Supreme Court ruling has legalized small scale cannabis cultivation and personal use. Cannabis had been legal to some extent in Italy since a 2016 law was adopted by parliament, yet this new ruling clarifies terms of the law. Italy’s Court of Cassation has decided that the crime of growing cannabis should exclude “small amounts grown domestically for the exclusive use of the grower”. A 2008 Supreme Court ruling declared the cultivation of cannabis

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Recreational Cannabis Begins In Michigan On December 1… Kind Of

Michigan is set to legalize recreational cannabis next week, but many Michiganians will not have easy access. Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids are two of the small number of Michigan cities ushering in recreational cannabis on December 1, 2019. 1,411 municipalities across Michigan have opted out of the marijuana law’s establishment licensing, which means that cannabis retail sale can not happen in these areas. The Detroit city council has temporarily closed all of the adult-use

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New York State Adds Opioid Prescription Replacement To MMJ Program Qualifications

“In a 2017 piece uncovering the extent of the family’s reach, the New Yorker stated that Purdue Pharma funded research to support OxyContin, and even paid doctors to say that concerns over opioid addictions were blown out of proportion.”((((https://www.theextract.co.uk/science/research-papers/cannabis-opioid-crisis/)))) It’s about time that we see some much needed change to New York States failing Medical Marijuana Program. New York Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker states, “Medical marijuana has been shown to be an effective treatment

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Historic Vote Approves Marijuana Legalization Bill By Congressional Committee

Legislation decriminalizing cannabis has been approved for the first time today by a United States Congressional Committee in a 24-10 vote. The Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act was approved on Wednesday November 20, 2019 by the House Judiciary. Under this bill, cannabis would be federally descheduled and prior cannabis conviction expunged. The bill also states to impose a five percent tax on cannabis sales, reinvesting revenue in communities disproportionately impacted by the war

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Residents of Public Housing Face Eviction For Legal Cannabis Use

The upcoming legalization of cannabis in Illinois brings the concern of public housing back to our attention. As seen in other states, residents of public housing can be evicted for using cannabis because public housing program abides by federal rather than state law. Illinois legalizes recreational cannabis on January 1 of 2020, but residents of units managed or subsidized by the Chicago Housing Authority and other public housing divisions still can face eviction for using

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NYPD Works With FedEx to Confiscate Legal Hemp – How to Mail Hemp in 2019

The NYPD took to Facebook today to publicly congratulate officers of the 75th Precinct who, working alongside shipping giant, FedEx, seized 106 pounds of cannabis in the form of legal hemp flowers. The individual allegedly arrested for this shipment reports that the flowers confiscated were legal hemp flowers. He took to Facebook this evening: “These officers tossed out all the legal documents that was in each box. They were emailed by the farm that is

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Is Cuomo Manipulating Legalization To Benefit Big Business?

On Sunday, Governor Cuomo was interviewed live on MSNBC by Kendis Gibson. During this interview the governor was questioned if the recent deaths caused by vaping illicit carts are leading him to reconsider marijuana legalization statewide. His responses are extremely frightening. “You can legalize marijuana and sell THC in compounds that do not require you to smoke the marijuana, and we do not support smoking of marijuana,” he said. “There are compounds that have the

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Thailand’s Proposed Draft Law Allows Six Cannabis Plants Per Household

BANGKOK: A party in Thailand’s ruling coalition has proposed a draft law that would allow Thais to grow a limited amount of cannabis at home, less than a year after the country legalized the drug for medicinal purposes and research. Under Thailand’s current drug laws, recreational users of cannabis can incur tough penalties, including up to 10 years in prison for possession and hefty fines. “The principle is for medical use. You can have it at

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Belgian Customs Shuts Down CBD Dispensary In Antwerp

The pop-up store created by Ian Thomas and the web shop, Ganō, was short-lived. The store was opened two days ago, slated to stay open through September 1st. However, yesterday it was closed by a police order. The store sold CBD oils, derived the hemp plant. The Antwerp attorney had the store closed due to administrative shortcomings. A plant? Are you guys kidding?Today the police sealed the Ian Thomas x Gano CBD pop up store

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New York’s “New” Decriminalization Laws Now In Effect

Today, New York’s (new) decriminalization laws go into effect. This new law reduces unlawful possession, while increasing the amount one can carry. This law will also help to expunge and or seal some 200,000 cases. Though, this was not the full legalization that many wanted, this can be seen as being a step in the right direction. Below are some of the highlights of New York’s 2019 Decriminalization law. Unlawful marijuana possession & class B

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Hawaii Chops Down Hemp Crops Because High THC

In order for flowers to be considered “Hemp” and not “Cannabis”, they need to test under .3% tetrahydrocannabinol, or better known as THC. This regulation is exactly the issue behind the destruction of hard work in Hawaii! Unfortunately, over the past year, several crops that had been cultivated for Hawaii’s hemp industry have actually tested higher than the legal federal limit of .3% THC. Due to this, 18 crops have been destroyed by the state.

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Bernie Sanders Discusses Plan to Legalize Cannabis with Joe Rogan

For the first time, it appears that cannabis policy reform may be an important deciding factor in the United States presidential election. With many Democratic candidates vying to be the party’s nominee, interested voters are paying careful attention to where they stand on current issues. Bernie Sanders took to the Joe Rogan show to discuss his plans for cannabis and drug reform. During a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Sanders reaffirmed that he

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Equinox Music Festival To Allow Legal Cannabis On Grounds

Equinox Music Festival states, “THIS IS BIG NEWS 😳” “Laws in the state of Maine in conjunction with our new and amazing host venue – have all conspired to make it possible to allow an amazing new innovation on an ancient technology.” “Cannabis is now recreationally legal and may be distributed by certain certified caregivers in the state. We’ve had an enormous amount of interest from this community and are now working to ‘stack the

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Pardons For Simple Cannabis Possession Convictions Now Available For Canadians

“I am very pleased to announce the coming into force today of bill C-93, an act to provide no cost, expedited pardons, for simple possession of cannabis. Starting today people who have a criminal record, only for simple possession of cannabis, can apply for a free no-wait pardon using this expedited process, making it easier to work, go to school, travel, and actively participate in our communities.” – Federal Justice Minister David Lametti

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Amsterdam Coffeeshops Look To Reopen Outdoor Terraces On March 31

On March 8, outgoing Dutch minister De Jonge announced that, if it is possible to keep the contamination number (R value) below 1, he will reopen catering terraces on March 31. Since mid-October, coffeeshops have remained open for take-away only options. Coffeeshops and their patrons now hope that they are aloud to reopen outdoor terraces on March 31. De Jonge has verified the catering industry may open terraces at the end of March. COFFEESHOPS &

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Germany’s Cannafair 2021 Postpones To August 2022

As hopes are up with Coronavirus measures loosing around the world, we may be seeing a glimpse of the what’s to come, as Germany’s Cannafair 2021 postpones its cannabis expo to next year, August 2022. Cannafair is an annual cannabis and hemp exposition that takes place at Mitsubishi Electric Halle in Düsseldorf, Germany, bringing together over a hundred of top industry brands and thousands of visitors. Cannafair’s last annual event took place in 2019, as

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UK Travel Ban Lifted, Traveling Allowed To Netherlands Again

The Netherlands will welcome travel from United Kingdom again. Starting at midnight on 9 March 2021, the travel ban to the Netherlands from UK will be lifted. The previous ban on travel from UK has been deemed no longer necessary since the British variant of coronavirus has already spread across the Netherlands. The Netherlands will allow travel from UK again, starting at midnight on 9 March. Though, a ban was initiated in United Kingdom, preventing

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Curfew In Netherlands Generates Over €500,000 In First Two Nights

Just two nights into curfew and the Netherlands has generated a massive €500,000 from curfew violations. If you are caught violating the new COVID-19 curfew measures, you risk receiving a €95 fine. On Saturday (and early Sunday morning), the first night saw 3,600 fines being issued for violating curfew measures. The second night, 2,100 fines were issued. However, it is understood that more fines may have been issued, had the police not been preoccupied by

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Amsterdam Mayor Plans To Ban Tourists From Coffeeshops

The first week of the new year is coming to a close and Amsterdam’s Mayor has wasted no time in proposing legislation with the potential to ban tourists from visiting Amsterdam’s (in)famous Coffeeshops. According to information from the City of Amsterdam, on the morning of Friday, 8 January, 2021, Mayor Halsema has sent her latest proposal for reform in Amsterdam’s tourism sector to the city council with the hope that new legislation will lead to

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New COVID-19 Measures For Holidays, Coffeeshops To Stay Open

Despite new measures being put in place starting tonight, well technically 15th December at 00:00, coffeeshops remain open for takeaway options. “Users of soft drugs can still go to their coffee shop to pick up their order”, reports NOS. New COVID-19 measures will take effect until 19 January, which means through Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Years Eve. Do not panic! Cannabis users need to not worry. The new measures being addressed tonight at a 19:00

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Could Cookies Be Coming To Amsterdam?

The iconic Cookies brand, founded by hip hop artist Berner, may be making its way to Amsterdam. Last week, Cookies teased the industry with a new, blank Instagram account, @cookies.amsterdam. Just today, the brand provided us another teaser, this time in the form of a post that simply states, “Coming Soon!”. Could Cookies really get their own coffeeshop in Amsterdam? While, it is easy for just anyone to create an Instagram account, it is notable

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Explosion At Coffeeshop Terminator Forces Doors To Close

An explosion on 10 November 2020 at Coffeeshop Terminator in Amsterdam West forces Mayor Halsema to close its doors. At around 3:30 am, an explosion went off at Coffeeshop Terminator which destroyed the shutters of the coffeeshop, as well as hundreds of windows of neighbouring apartments, and cars. It is still unclear what type of explosive was used and is currently under investigation. Effects from the explosion were felt up to 150 meters from Coffeeshop

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Jack Herer Cup Amsterdam 2020 Goes Virtual

Originally planned for May 15, 2020, Jack Herer Cup Amsterdam hits another obstacle because of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Now due to extended coronavirus measures in Holland, Jack Herer Cup Amsterdam 2020 faces a tough decision. Postpone again, cancel until next year, or go completely virtual. Jack Herer Cup Amsterdam organizer, Mark, tells AudioKush, “we hoped for something different. We’ll do a virtual one this year”. With current COVID-19 safety protocols in place, and the

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Final Push To Fight COVID-19 In Netherlands. More Closures To Come.

The Dutch government is calling for stricter guidelines to help fight the COVID-19 outbreak. The cabinet is expected to announce new measures tonight during their 7pm press conference. Dirk Beljaarts, director of Koninklijke Horeca Nederland tells NOS Radio 1, these new plans are a “final push” to attempt to reduce the increasing number of corona infections across the Netherlands.  These measures are rumoured to included a complete closure of the catering industry for up to

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New COVID-19 Restrictions Close Nijmegen Coffeeshops Early

Just a week ago we learned that new coronavirus measures forced coffeeshops in 6 regions across the Netherlands to limit their hours. Starting Sunday, 27 September at midnight, Nijmegen coffeeshops will close early due to the new COVID-19 restrictions. Tightened COVID-19 restrictions have forced Nijmegen coffeeshops to reduce their late-night hours from 1:00am to 12:00am. All 13 coffeeshops in Nijmegen will close early starting 27 September, in an attempt to curve COVID-19 outbreaks. Coffeeshops Dreadlock

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Coffeeshops To Limit Hours In Response To New COVID Measures

All Amsterdam coffeeshops to close by midnight daily as of Sunday, 20 September. A Friday evening press conference by Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte announced new measures which will be effective as of 18:00 on Sunday 20 September, 2020 in attempt to quell the second wave of COVID-19 overtaking the Netherlands. New guidelines will be enforced in 6 regions: Amsterdam-Amstelland, Rotterdam-Rijnmond, Haaglanden, Utrecht, Kennemerland and Hollands Midden.  In response to this, coffeeshops will be limiting

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Amsterdam’s Newest Coffeeshop Opens. Take a Peek Inside Strain Hunters! (VIDEO)

Amsterdam’s newest coffeeshop opened its doors on Friday evening. Coffeeshop Strain Hunters opened September 18, 2020 with a special reception to showcase the new shop which honors the adventures and contributions of owner Arjan Roskam and long time partner Franco Loja, the “Strain Hunters”. KEEP READING FOR A PEEK INSIDE STRAIN HUNTERS. Guests eagerly await the launch of Coffeeshop Strain Hunters Yesterday, shortly before 19:00, the first guests entered Coffeeshop Strain Hunters in Amsterdam. This

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Strain Hunters To Open Coffeeshop In Amsterdam

Strain Hunters by Green House is getting its first Amsterdam coffeeshop. On 18 September 2020 Coffeeshop Strain Hunters opens Singel 387 in Amsterdam. Strain Hunters started as a documentary series in which Green House co-founders Arjan Roskam and the late Franco Loja sought out rare landrace genetics from around the globe. Through their exciting travel series, which even aired on HBO, they explored various regions of the world, including Morocco, India, Jamaica, and Congo. What

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Undercover Corona Checks Coming Soon To Amsterdam

While several catering establishments in Amsterdam have been following corona measures, many others continue to break the rules. Gementee Amsterdam stated this earlier today on Twitter as they begin to tighten up the enforcement. Expect agents in plain clothing to conduct corona checks at various catering establishments. Undercover corona checks will now be carried out in Amsterdam. Businesses can now be closed for four weeks. The previous 2-week closure has now been extended to 4-weeks.

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Want To Sit At The Coffeeshop? You Must Register Your Contact Details

Are you heading to Amsterdam and plan to sit inside one of Amsterdam’s 166 coffeeshops? You will now need to register your contact details in order to sit down at a coffeeshop. Recently, Netherlands placed new COVID-19 measures within the catering industry to allow for better tracing of Coronavirus. We had previously reviewed the unfortunate possibility of coffeeshops closing smoking rooms again. Luckily, that is not the case here. Dutch coffeeshops remain open. That is,

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UK Imposes 14-day Quarantine For Travelers From Netherlands

Travelers from the Netherlands require a 14-day quarantine upon arrival in the United Kingdom starting 04:00 on Saturday. Britain adds the Netherlands to its quarantine list along with several other countries due to rising COVID-19 infections. Travelers from France, Malta, Monaco, Aruba, and the Netherlands must also self-isolate for two weeks. Britain does not recommend travel to the Netherlands, and imposes 14-day quarantine. Transport minister Grant Shapps announced earlier today the newly imposed will help,

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The Blues Hits Amsterdam as Café Hill Street Blues Closes Its Doors

Café Hill Street Blues, the legendary cannabis smoke-friendly lounge in Amsterdam, closes its doors. Reports confirm that Hill Street Blues closes its doors and employees confirm they have been let go. Café Hill Street Blues was a former coffeeshop, which turned into a cannabis friendly bar and lounge. Here, you could order milkshakes, gourmet coffee, alcoholic beverages, and smoke your coffeeshop purchases. You could expect to hear a solid selection of Hip Hop, Drum &

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Minnesota Senate Blocks Votes To Legalize Cannabis

On Wednesday, May 18th, members of the Minnesota Senate blocked a vote on whether the state should legalize marijuana for recreational use. An attempt by Democrats to pursue cannabis legalization legislation was rebuffed by the Republican-controlled Minnesota Senate. By a vote of 33 to 31, the chamber, dominated by Republicans, voted against the motion to consider the measure. The bill’s sponsor, Senate Minority Leader Melisa López Franzen, DFL-Edina, indicated that Minnesotans support efforts to legalize

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan Looks To Legalize Cannabis

London Mayor Sadiq Khan is conducting research to analyze the possibility to legalize cannabis in UK. Khan’s four-day journey to the United States includes an investigation of the California’s 2016 decision to legalize cannabis. Sadiq Khan, mayor of London, tweeted, “As part of my time in LA, I’ll be meeting with experts and seeing first-hand the approach they have taken to cannabis here.”   Each day, the worldwide movement for cannabis legalization gains momentum. This week,

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Germany Set To Legalize Recreational Cannabis By Late 2022

By the end of 2022, Germany plans to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis. Karl Lauterbach, the SPD-affiliated German Minister of Health, said that he intends to place cannabis legalization on the parliamentary agenda this summer. Lauterbach said, as reported by German media, that he had changed his views on cannabis recently. “I’ve always been an opponent of cannabis legalization, but I revised my opinion about a year ago,” the minister stated. Lauterbach predicts that technical discussions will

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Thailand To Provide 1 Million Free Cannabis Plants To Residents

Thailand’s Minister of Public Health plans to provide 1 million free cannabis plants to residents. When cannabis is legalized on June 9th, Thailand’s Minister of Public Health Anutin Charnvirakul states they will be giving away one million cannabis plants to Thai residents. Profitability is one motive for the legalization push. Anutin states that legalization efforts, “will enable people and the government to generate more than 10 billion baht [per year] in revenue from marijuana and hemp”. Just last

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US House Votes To Legalize Recreational Cannabis

The United States House of Representatives gathered on Friday to examine and vote on whether to legalize recreational cannabis on a federal level. In a vote to remove marijuana from the federal list of illegal narcotics, Democrats beat Republicans by a margin of 220-204. Despite the fact that recreational cannabis has been legalized in a number of states around the nation, marijuana is still classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. When

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Louisiana Minors Threatened With Jail For Low-Level Cannabis Possession

Minors in the state of Louisiana are being threatened with harsh penalties for committing low-level cannabis possession offenses. Under a newly proposed Louisiana bill, minors would be imprisoned if caught carrying small amounts of cannabis.  Louisiana legislators may decide to reinstate the possibility of jail-time for possession of up-to 14 grams of cannabis. This bill would only focus on children and adolescents under the age of 18. Adults who are arrested with marijuana, even if

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New Jersey Begins Applications For Recreational Cannabis Dispensaries

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission began accepting applications for marijuana dispensary licenses at 9 a.m. on Tuesday. Nearly 200 applications had been received and processed as of 4 p.m. This week, the state of New Jersey started accepting applications for recreational marijuana dispensary licenses. According to a press release, the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) received 172 applications before the conclusion of the business day. According to the Cannabis Regulatory Commission’s statement, the first

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Criminal Charges Against Russian Oligarch Seeking Cannabis Licensing

A Russian oligarch who wants to get his hands in the marijuana industry has been charged in the United States for making illegal political contributions to US politicians. Monday, authorities in the United States charged 47-year old Russian oligarch Andrey Muraviev, who is said to have sought out unlawful means to obtain cannabis industry licensing. Andrey Muraviev has been charged of organizing a $1,000,000 illegal donation scheme. Andrei Muraviev, set out in 2018 to get U.S. cannabis industry

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Atlantic City, New Jersey Looks To Open Cannabis Consumption Lounges

The Cannabis Regulatory Commission of New Jersey is conducting an investigation into how to regulate cannabis consumption lounges, among other complicated regulatory issues facing the newly legal cannabis business. Kashawn McKinley, the Director of Constituent Services for Atlantic City, made the request at Thursday’s virtual meeting of the commission’s board of directors. Atlantic City, he says, is not just the state’s largest conference town, but also the East Coast’s convention hub. This has led officials

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Legally Buying Cannabis At Sovereign Native American Recreational Dispensaries In New York

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NY Cannabis Control Board Meets • Adds Flower To Dispensaries

The inaugural meeting of New York’s five-member Cannabis Control Board, which will oversee the legalization of recreational marijuana, took place on Tuesday. The board made major reforms to the states medical cannabis program. New York’s Cannabis Control Board approved changes, including the elimination of application fees, the authorization of whole flower sales, and an increase in supply. New York Cannabis Control Board Meets For The First Time For the first time, medical marijuana dispensaries in New

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Will Cannabis Smoking Be Banned at NY State Fair 2022?

Governor Kathy Hochul (D) of New York has requested a review of the Fair’s cannabis smoking policy in response to public outcry. The cannabis smoking policy at the Great NY State Fair may soon change. Smoking is permitted at the fair in any other areas not prohibited by New York State law. Though, it is banned in all buildings, picnic areas, the midway, military & 9/11 memorials, the State Park, Chevy Court, and the the ‘kiddieland’ children’s section

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First USA Cannabis Industry Antitrust Verdict Reached

The United State’s first antitrust verdict against the cannabis industry was delivered on September 23rd by a jury in Martinez, California. A seven-week trial in the Superior Court of California has declared that, according to antitrust regulations, a judgment of $15 million dollars, plus incurred fees will be awarded to plaintiff, Richmond Compassionate Care Collective. The lawsuit emerged after three dispensaries in Richmond, California allegedly plotted to prevent Richmond Compassionate Care Collective from establishing a competing dispensary and retail

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Netherlands Mayors Call On Government to Legalize Cannabis

A statement signed last week by nearly 40 mayors from across the Netherlands calls on the government to legalize soft drugs including cannabis and hashish as part of a campaign to fight organized crime and drug offenders infiltrating respectable companies and organizations. According to these mayors, the majority of whom hail from the Southern Netherlands, the issue must be given top priority in the next cabinet’s plans. According to the manifesto, vulnerable individuals may be

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Heady Glass, Quality CBD, & More At Mad Hatter’s Hideaway

Mad Hatter’s Hideaway, established in July 2011, strives to provide the finest quality smoking paraphernalia at the most accessible pricing in Rochester. With over a decade of experience, Mad Hatters Hideaway takes pride in getting some of the best pricing from their distributors, and in turn, passes those prices directly onto you. Mad Hatters Hideaway carries a variety of items, including their own branded Wonderland CBD products, locally crafted glass, kratom, cigars, national & international

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Locally Sourced CBD by Lions Mane Infusions

Lions Mane Infusions is committed to providing only the best quality CBD products, which is why all of their raw materials and finished goods are sourced locally in Western New York. Their full spectrum CBD products are made from hemp grown in the Hudson Valley utilizing sustainable and organic agricultural methods. The goal of Lions Mane Infusions is to create healthy, balanced lifestyle products for their customers. There are also things for your four-legged pals!

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Netherlands Legal Cannabis Wietexperiment Postponed

As the Netherlands prepares to establish a regulatory system for the cannabis industry (wietexperiment), many other parts of the world push for legalization with home grow laws. The Wietexperiment cannabis trial, scheduled to start March 2021 in ten Dutch cities, has been postponed indefinitely. Arnhem mayor Ahmed Marcouch declared the wietexperiment formally postponed in a letter to the municipal council on Thursday. Currently, there is no standardized system regulating the quality and safety of cannabis

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In-House Genetics Partners With Genesis Cannabis In Oklahoma

This week, In-House Genetics revealed an exclusive & strategic partnership with Genesis Cannabis in Oklahoma. In-House Genetics in the coming months will enter the Oklahoma market with Genesis to offer seeds, cannabis floral goods, extracted products, and edibles. The key objective of Genesis Cannabis and In-House Genetics’ strategic relationship is to maintain the high level of genetics that is very much expected. This allows In-House Genetics to remain at the forefront when it comes to

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New York Plans To Give First Recreational Dispensaries To Those Convicted Of Marijuana Crimes

In an announcement made on Thursday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said that the state’s first adult-use retail licenses will be made accessible to those who have previously committed crimes involving marijuana. Individuals who have been convicted of a marijuana-related crime prior to legalization and also have expertise operating a small business will be offered this chance under the Seeding Opportunity Initiative. People convicted of marijuana-related crimes or the families of those who have been convicted

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Atlantic City, New Jersey Looks To Open Cannabis Consumption Lounges

The Cannabis Regulatory Commission of New Jersey is conducting an investigation into how to regulate cannabis consumption lounges, among other complicated regulatory issues facing the newly legal cannabis business. Kashawn McKinley, the Director of Constituent Services for Atlantic City, made the request at Thursday’s virtual meeting of the commission’s board of directors. Atlantic City, he says, is not just the state’s largest conference town, but also the East Coast’s convention hub. This has led officials

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Legally Buying Cannabis At Sovereign Native American Recreational Dispensaries In New York

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Real-Life South Park Tegridy Weed

This past summer, South Park creators Matt Stone & Trey Parker struck an agreement with ViacomCBS for $900 million US dollars. In an interview with Bloomberg, Matt Stone hinted that they would be using these funds for a variety of projects, including a new South Park video game and real-life Tegridy Weed. Yes, that is correct! The weed produced by Randy Marsh at his Tegridy Farms cannabis farm in the South Park adult-cartoon comedy TV

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Justin Bieber’s Cannabis Pre-Roll, “Peaches”

According to Forbes, Justin Bieber has collaborated with cannabis pre-roll brand, Palms (aka. Tres Palmas Inc), to develop “Peaches.” Cannabis pre-rolls with the name of a song from his latest album, “Peaches,” are now on the market. The Justin Bieber “Peaches” pre-roll will be made from cannabis cultivated indoors with THC content ranging between 23% and 27%. A limited run of Peaches pre-rolled joints are now accessible in three adult-use markets, California, Nevada, & Massachusetts. Packed with 7-half gram pre-rolls, the

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NY Cannabis Control Board Meets • Adds Flower To Dispensaries

The inaugural meeting of New York’s five-member Cannabis Control Board, which will oversee the legalization of recreational marijuana, took place on Tuesday. The board made major reforms to the states medical cannabis program. New York’s Cannabis Control Board approved changes, including the elimination of application fees, the authorization of whole flower sales, and an increase in supply. New York Cannabis Control Board Meets For The First Time For the first time, medical marijuana dispensaries in New

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Will Cannabis Smoking Be Banned at NY State Fair 2022?

Governor Kathy Hochul (D) of New York has requested a review of the Fair’s cannabis smoking policy in response to public outcry. The cannabis smoking policy at the Great NY State Fair may soon change. Smoking is permitted at the fair in any other areas not prohibited by New York State law. Though, it is banned in all buildings, picnic areas, the midway, military & 9/11 memorials, the State Park, Chevy Court, and the the ‘kiddieland’ children’s section

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Boost Your Grow Organically With Prime Superior Nutrients

Prime Superior nutrients are manufactured by LPC Naturals LLC, which is located in Williamsville, New York. LPC Naturals LLC is part of Lackawanna Products Corporation, a commodities trading firm founded in 1982 that offers a variety of agricultural products and logistics services. Of course, their recently developed Prime Superior assortment of agricultural products is among the most notable of these for cannabis growers.  There are three components to the Prime Superior range of nutrients, which

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First USA Cannabis Industry Antitrust Verdict Reached

The United State’s first antitrust verdict against the cannabis industry was delivered on September 23rd by a jury in Martinez, California. A seven-week trial in the Superior Court of California has declared that, according to antitrust regulations, a judgment of $15 million dollars, plus incurred fees will be awarded to plaintiff, Richmond Compassionate Care Collective. The lawsuit emerged after three dispensaries in Richmond, California allegedly plotted to prevent Richmond Compassionate Care Collective from establishing a competing dispensary and retail

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Gifting Connoisseur Cannabis Products In WNY w/ Mayor Of Puffalo

New York legalized adult-use cannabis earlier in 2021, however the establishment of legal cannabis retailers is still a work in progress. That hasn’t stopped young business-minded people from providing cannabis products to clients, while they have found a loop-whole in the States legislation, allowing for “gifting” and “donations”. That is exactly how Spencer (aka. The Mayor Of Puffalo) operates his new start-up. While Spencer does not have a brick and mortar, you may find his

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Buffalo New York’s Premium Headshop, Headspace Glass & Gifts

Buffalo, New York-based Headspace Glass & Gifts has been locally owned and operated since 2010, and supplies the region with one of the largest selections of scientific glass. Starting with only one small store front on Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo (Allentown), Headspace Glass & Gifts now operates four locations: Orchard Park/Hamburg, Tonawanda, East Amherst, & Buffalo (Allentown).  The original Headspace location in Buffalo (Allentown) can be visited at 67 Elmwood Avenue, just past Allen Street

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DEA & FBI Raid Champs Trade Show Las Vegas, Shut Down Delta-8 Booths

The Champs Trade Show is currently taking place in Las Vegas, NV, and it wasn’t long before the DEA and FBI decided to raid the event. Booths are being checked for any supply of Delta-8 THC and are being shut down immediately if any are discovered. We are hearing that the State Attorney General was provided a CBD or Delta-8 infused edible, which sparked the raid. In the state of Nevada, Delta 8 is a

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Jones Soda Plans To Make Cannabis Infused Beverages

Jones Soda is launching a new endeavor that will feature cannabis-infused beverages. You know, that brightly colored soda in glass bottles with quirky labels, that’s found at some of the dankest delis and bodegas around? Jones Soda is now branching out into the cannabis sector with a range of THC infused products. Jones Soda Set To Enter Cannabis Industry With THC Infused Beverages According to a news release from Business Wire, Jones Soda is planning to enter the

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In-House Genetics Partners With Genesis Cannabis In Oklahoma

This week, In-House Genetics revealed an exclusive & strategic partnership with Genesis Cannabis in Oklahoma. In-House Genetics in the coming months will enter the Oklahoma market with Genesis to offer seeds, cannabis floral goods, extracted products, and edibles. The key objective of Genesis Cannabis and In-House Genetics’ strategic relationship is to maintain the high level of genetics that is very much expected. This allows In-House Genetics to remain at the forefront when it comes to

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Skittles Sues Zkittlez Over Trademark Infringement

Mars Wrigley sues TerpHogz LLC., the creator of marijuana strain Zkittlez, with infringement violations of their registered trademark Skittles. On Monday, May 3, 2021, lawsuits were lodged to stop any Zkittlez-branding, including cannabis, infused edibles, paraphernalia, clothing and other commodities. “The lawsuit is intended to stop the illegal and dangerous misuse of its world-famous trademarks,” Mars Wrigley states in a press release. These proceedings were filed in two United States federal courts, Illinois and California,

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NYPD Police Officers Told Not To Stop People Smoking Weed In Public

A new memorandum issued to officers of the NYPD (New York Police Department) has instructed police not to stop individuals smoking weed in public. On Wednesday, New York signed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) into law, legalizing adult recreational cannabis statewide. Under the MRTA, smoking marijuana outside in public places including parks, sidewalks, and in front of homes and businesses “is not a basis for an approach, stop, summons, arrest or, search.” Under

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New York Is The 15th US State To Legalize Recreational Cannabis

Recreational cannabis is now legal in New York State. A Tuesday debate on the passage of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) in the New York State Senate has ended the statewide prohibition of adult-use cannabis. Tuesday, March 30, New York legislators voted to pass recreational marijuana, making it the 15th state to legalize cannabis in the United States. On Wednesday morning New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo signed the bill into effect. After years

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Jay-Z’s Cannabis Brand Monogram Confronts US Cannabis Law Hypocrisy

Shawn ‘Jay-Z’ Carter and his cannabis brand Monogram launched a public awareness campaign earlier this month on cannabis law hypocrisy in United States. A press release confirms. The multi-state and online campaign highlights the hypocrisy of current cannabis legislation in the United States. Monogram’s campaign emphasizes the lack of progress since the beginning of the War on Drugs. Even after decades of changing policies, many victims are still facing outrageous repercussions. “Cannabis laws are out

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Lanzarote Cannabis Social Club THC Broken Into • Entire Dispensary Robbed

This morning at 4:56 a.m., thieves broke into THC, a cannabis social club on the Spanish Canary Island of Lanzarote, and ransacked the place. A group of masked burglars crashed through the wall of the next building, gained access inside THC, and looted the establishment. One of the criminals went around with a hammer, smashing the security camera, while others filled duffle bags full of product from the dispensary. Cannabis products, video game systems, and more were

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New York Opens Second Recreational Dispensary

Smacked Village (Smacked LLC.), New York State’s second recreational cannabis dispensary has officially opened its doors. The marijuana dispensary is located on Bleeker Street in New York’s historic Greenwich Village. It is the first legal recreational dispensary launching in New York State that is operated by someone with a past marijuana conviction. Roland Connor is now trying to transform poison to medicine through this new business venture. Smacked Village owner Roland Connor was present for the

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Sticker Shop In Buffalo Robbed During Blizzard

During a state of emergency from the region’s worst ever recorded blizzard, Quality Canna, a sticker shop in Buffalo, NY, was looted. On Christmas night, thieves struck at Quality Canna, a CBD & sticker shop in the Kaisertown neighborhood of Buffalo, New York. During the holiday weekend, Buffalo, New York was the epicenter of a devastating blizzard that claimed the lives of over three-dozen individuals.  While the entire region was under a state of emergency and

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Cops Raid Terminally Ill Patients Room In Kansas

A Kansas hospital was raided after a report of a terminally ill patient was using cannabis products was reported to police. Greg Bretz, 69, is living out his final stages of inoperable cancer at Hays Medical Center in Kansas, where his doctor gave him permission to use cannabis to ease his excruciating symptoms. Despite cannabis being illegal, even for medical purposes, in the state, the doctors, knowing the benefits it can provide, allowed the patient

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New York’s First Licensed Cannabis Dispensary Opens (Take A Peek Inside!)

Today, New York’s first licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary opens in New York City’s East Village. Housing Works Cannabis Co. is located at 750 Broadway in New York, NY. A grand opening event will take place from 4:20 PM until 7:10 PM on the evening of Thursday December 29, 2022.  Housing Works is a dispensary with a mission to “advance our work supporting people experiencing homelessness, people with HIV/AIDS, and people who have been harmed by

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WBNA Star Brittney Griner Is Free in U.S.-Russia Prisoner Exchange

The release of Brittney Griner from Russian custody is the outcome of an arrangement negotiated by  American President Joe Biden. A senior administration official has confirmed that WNBA star Brittney Griner was freed from a Russian jail camp on Thursday after the Biden administration secured her freedom in return for a weapons dealer. Known as the “Merchant of Death,” Russian weapons dealer Viktor Bout will be traded for Brittany Griner. The President of the United States

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Armed Robbery At Coffeeshop The Plug West

Early this morning at 12:30 a.m., The Plug West, a coffeeshop in Amsterdam West, was robbed by two men, with a suspected third accomplice. Two men walked into the take-away only coffeeshop and threatened The Plug West staff with a gun and a knife. Fortunately, no one was injured during the armed robbery. The two suspects fled on a scooter with the stolen money, and police mention they anticipate a third culprit was involved in

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Cannabis Grow Accidentally Discovered After Fire In Haarlem

On Monday morning, a large cannabis grow operation was unintentionally discovered after a fire broke out at the restaurant Emin Oglu in Haarlem. In a home on Teding van Berkhoutstraat, 300 cannabis plants were discovered. The blaze began at about 11:30. The smoke from the fire forced the evacuation of numerous nearby residences. When the residences above and adjacent to the restaurant were examined, they accidentally found the plantation. Two persons who remained in the attic were hurt, according to

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Amsterdam Top 5: €5 Coffeeshop Cannabis Deals 2022

You’re on a tight budget, so how can you shop? Expenses for travel may build up in a matter of seconds. This list will make you a specialist at discovering bargains at Amsterdam coffeeshops after reading it! Check out our list of the best cannabis deals at Amsterdam’s coffeeshops, priced at just €5 per gram, joint, or piece! This list include pre-rolled options, flower, and even edibles! If you are looking for Amsterdam hash deals, check out this

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UK Blocks Bermuda From Marijuana Legalization

The United Kingdom prevents Bermuda from legalizing marijuana on the same day the new British Prime Minister becomes sworn into office. At least twice in recent years, the United Kingdom has taken the unprecedented step of meddling in prospective cannabis legislation in one of its territories. In 2020, lawmakers in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) enacted the Cannabis Licensing Act, but it was quickly banned by the United Kingdom. Now the United Kingdom is under

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Massachusetts College Partners With Green Flower To Offer Cannabis Courses

Green Flower and Massachusetts College collaborate on cannabis education courses. This September, Worcester Polytechnic Institute and cannabis education startup Green Flower will work together to provide cannabis certificates. They will offer four courses. This marks the first collaboration between a cannabis education firm and a college in Massachusetts. WPI now offers four cannabis-focused programs: Cannabis Health Care and Medicine, Cannabis Law and Policy, Cannabis Business, and Cannabis Farming and Horticulture. The courses are $2,950 apiece and last six

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Dutch Rapper Joe Davinci Drops Music Video Filmed at Resin Coffeeshop

Joe Davinci, a Dutch hip hop artist, has released a music video that was filmed at Resin Coffeeshop. The music video was shot during Squish The Summer High 2022, an educational solventless rosin workshop & coffeeshop dab tour. Squish The Summer High 2022 sponsors include Mascotte, Dab Rite, G Pen, Stündenglass, Amstedam Coffeeshop Awards, and more. Listen to Zomervacht (Lifer Mix) by Joe Davinci below and follow the artist on social media. Joe Davinci on

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Maine Offers $20,000 To Municipalities To Allow Cannabis Businesses

Maine Office of Cannabis Policy is paying up to $20,000 to communities that permit adult cannabis sales to aid with cost regulation. Currently only 7% of the cities and towns have opted-in to adult-use cannabis sales. Local governments may use the money to pay for things like legal representation, ordinance writing, and staff work, and there’s hope that it will persuade communities who have banned business from operating inside their boundaries to change their minds.

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Amsterdam Coffeeshop Happy Days Closed From Aug 8 – 21

Coffeeshop Happy Days and its staff will be taking some time off to enjoy the end of the summer. But do not worry, they plan to reopen soon! Starting 8 August until 21 August, Coffeeshop Happy Days will be closed, for both on-site consumption and takeaway. The coffeeshop will reopen on 22 August. Coffeeshop Happy Days completed renovations last year to their Amsterdam cannabis dispensary.

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15 Bullets Fired At Amsterdam Coffeeshop Roots

On Saturday, July 16, 2022, a hail of bullets rained down on Coffeeshop Roots on Hoekenrode, which is located at Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena station. In the morning at around 6 a.m. on July 16th, windows and doors of the Amsterdam coffeeshop were struck by shelling. The glass of Coffeeshop Roots was riddled with gunshot holes, and 15 round casings were located in front of the establishment. The majority of the shells impacted Coffeeshop Roots, but a couple struck Taco

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Denver No Longer Requires Residency To Open Cannabis Business

Ownership of a Denver marijuana business no longer requires proof of legal residency, and the rest of the state may soon follow. On July 5, the Denver Department of Excise and Licenses stated that state lawmakers had eliminated the need for the residency verification which had been in place since 2006. In accordance with Colorado Senate Bill 21-199, receiving public benefits from local governments and municipalities as well as the state was no longer subject

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Ice-T and Charis B Approved To Open New Jersey Cannabis Dispensary

Rapper and entertainer, Ice-T and former Playboy model, Charis Burrett, are opening a cannabis store in New Jersey together. Ice T and Charis B’s planned dispensary, The Medicine Woman New Jersey, was authorized by the Jersey City Cannabis Control Board on July 25, and is slated to launch sometime in the fall. Charis B, the former Playmate, and her husband Luke founded The Medicine Woman in California in 2019 as a non-profit delivery service.  Now Ice T and

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