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Is This the UK’s ‘Charlotte’s Web’ Moment?
Chris Roberts - Published on June 19, 2018Read moreShamed into action by the suffering of an epileptic child whose only relief came from cannabis oil, law enforcement and health authorities in the United Kingdom will begin an “unprecedented” review of the country’s cannabis policy.
Analysis: Will the NYPD Really Stop Frivolous Marijuana Arrests?
David Downs - Published on June 19, 2018Read moreNew York will take fewer marijuana smokers to police stations starting Sept. 1. Critics say it’s too little too late as the public clamors for bigger cannabis reforms.
Is FDA-Approved Cannabidiol a Blessing or Curse?
The Associated Press - Published on June 19, 2018Read moreAs the marijuana molecule cannabidiol nears FDA-approval, parents who for years have used cannabis to treat severe forms of epilepsy in their children are feeling more cautious than celebratory.
‘A Lot of Eyes on Us’: A Q&A With LA’s City Council President
Hayley Fox - Published on June 18, 2018Read moreLA City Council President Herb Wesson shares his thoughts on LA’s legal cannabis rollout—and what still needs to happen.
Confiscation of CBD Oil Sparks Backlash, Putting Pressure on UK Officials
Chris Roberts - Published on June 18, 2018Read moreObservers say law enforcement’s confiscation of CBD oil used to treat a boy’s epilepsy could prove to be a tipping point for legalization.
Is Massachusetts Fumbling Its July 1 Legalization Launch?
The Associated Press - Published on June 18, 2018Read moreMassachusetts is on track to miss its July 1 legalization launch day due to local and state red tape and foot-dragging.
The Roll-Up #38: Don’t Seize My CBD, Mr. Customs Man
Leafly Podcasts - Published on June 16, 2018Read moreCalifornia editor David Downs joins Bruce and Ben to recap the week’s news: California has a blowout sale, and CBD stays legal. Maybe.
Portugal Approves Use of Cannabis-Based Medicines
Leafly Staff - Published on June 15, 2018Read morePortugal’s parliament voted overwhelmingly Friday to give final legislative approval for the use of cannabis-based medicines.
Quebec’s Hardline Cannabis Law: Strict Limits, No Homegrow
Jesse B. Staniforth - Published on June 14, 2018Read more“Quebec will be ready for the legalization of cannabis this summer and which, I repeat, has been imposed by the federal government,” said Public Health Minister Lucie Charlebois.
Uruguay’s Legal Cannabis Customers Aren’t Very Happy
The Associated Press - Published on June 13, 2018Read moreMONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Laura Andrade recently walked out of a pharmacy in Uruguay cursing loudly because she couldn’t buy legal pot. The wine sommelier had taken a bus since pharmacies in her neighborhood don’t sell the drug, but a pharmacy employee told her to come back the next day. “I work, I can’t come […]