Green Culture

August 1, 2026

Hank Thompson

With a Master’s in Corporate Law from Georgetown University, I am a retired corporate lawyer who specialized in cannabis brand/company mergers and acquisitions. My thorough understanding of corporate law and strategic insight make my contributions to Green Culture authoritative and informative. I love writing for Green Culture because it allows me to spread my knowledge and stay connected within the cannabis industry. My deep expertise in corporate governance and regulatory issues, combined with my clear, insightful perspective on the evolving cannabis market, makes my articles both engaging and knowledgeable.

Anebulo Pharmaceuticals Initiates Phase 1 Trial for IV Cannabis Toxicity Antidote, Bolstered by NIDA Funding

Hank Thompson06 mins

AUSTIN, Texas – Anebulo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANEB), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, has announced a significant milestone in its drug development program, dosing the first subjects in a Phase 1 single ascending dose (SAD) study of its investigational intravenous (IV) treatment, selonabant. This crucial trial, conducted in healthy young adults, is supported by a collaborative…

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Cannabix Technologies to Showcase Advanced Breathalyzer at Pivotal NIST Workshop on Cannabis Impairment

Hank Thompson07 mins

VANCOUVER, British Columbia – Cannabix Technologies Inc. announced its participation in a landmark workshop hosted by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a federal agency dedicated to advancing measurement science, standards, and technology. The workshop, titled “Building a Path Forward for Meaningful Cannabis Breathalyzer Realization,” is set to convene in September at…

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Willie Nelson Celebrates 10th Anniversary Outlaw Music Festival Tour with Limited-Edition Cannabis-Infused “Outlaw Bottle”

Hank Thompson06 mins

Nashville, TN – Music icon Willie Nelson is once again blending his legendary career with his pioneering spirit in the cannabis industry, announcing a special, limited-edition “Outlaw Bottle” for his popular hemp-derived THC-infused social tonic, Willie’s Remedy+. This commemorative release coincides with the 10th anniversary of his “Outlaw Music Festival Tour,” offering fans a unique…

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RISE Dispensaries Ignite Minnesota’s Adult-Use Cannabis Market with September 17 Launch

Hank Thompson06 mins

RISE Dispensaries, owned by Green Thumb Industries Inc., is set to make a significant mark on Minnesota’s evolving cannabis landscape by launching adult-use cannabis sales at five of its locations across the state on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. This expansion marks a crucial step in Minnesota’s journey toward a fully functional recreational cannabis market, which…

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Broken Coast Elevates Craft Cannabis Portfolio with Launch of Limited BC Selects Line, Featuring Sprits 26 Strain and Modern Blue Dream

Hank Thompson05 mins

Tilray Brands’ premium craft cannabis label, Broken Coast, is expanding its offerings with the introduction of BC Selects, a new limited-edition line of premium cannabis flower. This initiative underscores Broken Coast’s commitment to showcasing unique phenotypes from its proprietary genetic library and pushing the boundaries of craft cannabis production. The brand is also enhancing its…

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Tilray Brands’ Broken Coast Launches Premium ‘BC Selects’ Cannabis Line, Featuring New ‘Sprits 26’ Strain

Hank Thompson07 mins

NANAIMO, British Columbia – Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY; TSX: TLRY) has announced a significant expansion of its premium cannabis offerings through its craft brand, Broken Coast. The company has launched BC Selects, a new, limited-edition line of premium cannabis flower designed to highlight exceptional and unique phenotypes curated from Broken Coast’s proprietary genetic library….

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2025: The Cannabis Revolution – Tech, Policy, and Sustainability Reshape a Booming Industry

Hank Thompson07 mins

The year 2025 is marking a profound transformation for the cannabis industry, solidifying its position as a dynamic and rapidly evolving global market. Driven by expanding legalization, groundbreaking technological advancements, and a growing consumer appetite for sophisticated products, this sector is experiencing a revolution in cultivation, distribution, and consumption. As more regions embrace cannabis policies,…

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Lucas County Indicts Five in Major Drug Trafficking and Stolen Vehicle Title Fraud Ring

Hank Thompson06 mins

TOLEDO, Ohio – A comprehensive investigation has led to the indictment of five individuals accused of running a sophisticated criminal enterprise involving extensive drug trafficking and a complex stolen vehicle title fraud scheme. The Lucas County grand jury issued a combined total of 78 felony charges against Ahmed Zaitouni, 38, his brothers Mohammed Zaitouni, 21,…

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‘South Park’ Finally Ditches Tegridy Farms, Pivots to Fresh Satire

Hank Thompson07 mins

While the initial context pointed to the conclusion of a significant storyline, a broader investigation reveals that the episode “Sickofancy” (Season 26, Episode 6) indeed marked the end of the long-running Tegridy Farms arc. This storyline, which began with Randy Marsh’s venture into the cannabis business in Season 22, had spanned multiple seasons and specials,…

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