Minnesota Budget Deal Includes Cannabis Tax Hike, New Medical Licenses Minnesota state lawmakers have finalized an agreement on the state budget, a deal that includes a significant adjustment to the cannabis excise tax, along with plans to expand the state’s medical cannabis program. The budget’s provisions reflect a continued evolution of Minnesota’s approach to regulated…
A broad coalition of state attorneys general is calling on Congress to address a critical issue within the burgeoning cannabis industry: the need for banking reform. These officials are advocating for legislation that would allow marijuana businesses to access banking services, a move they say is essential for public safety and the smooth operation of…
Zac Brown Band and Snoop Dogg Team Up for Country-Rap Anthem In a move that’s sure to raise eyebrows and potentially light up the charts, the Zac Brown Band and Snoop Dogg have joined forces on a new single, “Let It Run.” The collaboration marks an unexpected but intriguing fusion of country and rap, creating…
Minnesota’s Premier Cannabis Festival, The Legacy Cup, Announces Lineup and Ticket Details The Legacy Cup, a highly anticipated cannabis festival, is set to return to the Surly Brewing Festival Field in Minnesota on September 27. This year’s event promises a day filled with music, art, cannabis culture, and community, all while offering remarkably accessible ticket…
PHUKET, Thailand – Authorities in Phuket conducted a sweeping operation on July 2, 2025, targeting cannabis businesses in the popular Cherng Talay neighborhood. The coordinated enforcement action resulted in the immediate closure of seven retail establishments found to be in significant violation of regulatory guidelines governing Thailand’s evolving cannabis industry. The operation underscores the government’s…
Nearly five years after New Jersey voters overwhelmingly approved the legalization of adult-use cannabis, the state’s licensed marijuana operators find themselves grappling with significant challenges, many struggling simply to survive. Despite early optimism and inherent market advantages, New Jersey’s cannabis industry remains notably underdeveloped and underperforming, particularly when compared to states like Missouri, which launched…
Tbilisi, Georgia — Georgia’s ruling party, Georgian Dream (GD), has enacted sweeping legislative changes that ban private entities from offering opioid replacement therapies and importing or distributing psychotropic drugs. The controversial amendments, passed during an extraordinary session of the GD one-party parliament on July 1-2, transfer the full responsibility for these critical services exclusively to…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Raw Garden, a leading Clean Green-certified cannabis concentrates brand headquartered in California, is embarking on a month-long celebration commemorating its 10th anniversary. As part of these milestone festivities and in recognition of the upcoming 7/10 holiday – a key date for cannabis oil and concentrate enthusiasts – the company has announced a…
BANGKOK, Thailand – Just three years after becoming the first country in Southeast Asia to decriminalize cannabis, Thailand’s government has dramatically reversed course, implementing stringent new regulations that threaten to dismantle a burgeoning billion-dollar industry. The abrupt policy shift, spearheaded by Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, aims to curb recreational use and re-establish strict state…
Viola, the acclaimed Black-owned cannabis brand founded by former NBA player Al Harrington, has entered a strategic partnership with Tempters, a recognized innovator in the hemp beverage sector, to introduce a pioneering line of THC-infused drinks. This collaboration marks a significant step in the evolving market for cannabis consumption, aiming to redefine the consumer experience…
