The historical, intertwined relationship between music and cannabis, once largely confined to the smoky secrecy of jazz clubs in the 1920s or the counter-cultural surge of psychedelic rock in the 1960s, is experiencing a profound transformation. Propelled by increasing legalization efforts, particularly across the United States and Canada, this cultural intersection is becoming more overt…
The cinematic portrayal of cannabis has undergone a profound and dramatic transformation, moving from cautionary tales rooted in fear and exaggeration to more nuanced, genre-diverse narratives that reflect evolving societal perspectives. Decades ago, films depicting cannabis were often characterized by blatant misinformation and scare tactics. A prime example is “Reefer Madness” (1936), a notorious propaganda…
The global cannabis technology market is poised for substantial and rapid expansion, driven by increasing demand and continuous innovation. According to a new market research report, the sector, valued at an estimated USD 5.15 billion in 2025, is projected to skyrocket to USD 25.41 billion by 2032. This trajectory represents a robust compound annual growth…
BANGKOK — Just three years after making history as the first Asian nation to decriminalize cannabis, Thailand is poised to drastically reverse course, plunging its burgeoning industry into uncertainty. New regulations, set to take effect on Thursday, June 26, 2025, will fundamentally alter access to the plant, mandating a medical prescription for purchases and imposing…
Thailand’s burgeoning cannabis industry, which exploded following decriminalization in 2022, is facing significant disruption. A sweeping reversal of policy, set to take effect on Thursday, June 26, 2025, will mandate that purchases require a medical prescription, effectively dismantling the recreational market. This abrupt shift has plunged the sector into chaos, drawing sharp criticism from stakeholders…
BANGKOK – Thailand’s burgeoning cannabis industry, which has flourished since the kingdom became the first Southeast Asian nation to decriminalize the plant in 2022, has been thrown into significant turmoil following sweeping new regulations that effectively reverse the policy for recreational use. The new rules, which officially took effect on Thursday, June 26, 2025, mandate…
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Hemp Doctor, a prominent name in the hemp and cannabinoid product sector, has announced the release of its most extensive collection of THCA flower to date. The launch introduces 26 distinct strains under the ZAZA THCA Flower line, cultivated indoors and representing a significant expansion of the company’s offerings. This latest…
Thailand Reverses Course on Cannabis, Tightening Rules in Blow to $1 Billion Industry Bangkok, Thailand – Just three years after making history as the first country in Southeast Asia to decriminalize cannabis, Thailand’s government has moved decisively to tighten regulations, a move that is sending shockwaves through a nascent industry estimated to be worth $1…
BANGKOK – Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has enacted significant amendments to the nation’s cannabis regulations, introducing stricter controls and mandatory certification requirements that took effect on June 26, 2025. The changes, formally published in the Royal Gazette on June 25, 2025, amend the existing Announcement on Controlled Herbs (Cannabis) B.E. 2565. The revised framework…
LANSING, MI – In a notable move reflecting evolving societal norms and the increasing integration of licensed cannabis operations into community life, Pure Options, a prominent state-licensed cannabis retailer, is set to participate in Lansing Pride. The event, scheduled for Saturday, is a cornerstone celebration for the city’s LGBTQ+ community and is held in the…
