Thai Cannabis Community Protests Government’s Recriminalization Push Amid Economic, Health Debates

BANGKOK – Tens of thousands of cannabis advocates and industry participants are preparing for a major demonstration, dubbed “Operation 7-7,” scheduled for Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Ministry of Public Health in Thailand. The rally signals escalating opposition to the government’s proposed reversal of its cannabis policy, which would reinstate the plant on the…

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Canadian Cannabis Sector Navigates Financial Shifts, Regulatory Changes, and Expansion in Early July 2025

Canada’s burgeoning cannabis industry experienced a dynamic week in early July 2025, marked by significant corporate developments, crucial regulatory updates across several provinces, and ongoing discussions around national policy and enforcement. Financial reporting delays, strategic expansions, and shifts in provincial oversight dominated headlines, reflecting the sector’s continued evolution and the challenges and opportunities operators face…

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Canada Cannabis Week in Review: Regulatory Shifts, Market Dynamics, and Enforcement Actions (July 5, 2025)

The Canadian cannabis sector continued to navigate a complex landscape this past week, marked by significant developments in corporate finance, regulatory policy, Indigenous governance, and federal oversight leading up to July 5, 2025. Corporate and Financial Developments Several publicly traded companies provided updates impacting investors and the broader market. Christina Lake Cannabis announced a delay…

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DEA Under Scrutiny: Report Alleges Failures in Cannabis Safety Oversight and Pharmaceutical Research Blockades

A recent report published via ACCESS Newswire on Morningstar on July 4, 2025, has ignited debate regarding the effectiveness of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in managing the complex landscape of cannabis regulation in the United States. The report levels significant criticism against the agency and, specifically, its Deputy Administrator Thomas Prevoznik, who heads the…

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DEA Under Scrutiny Amid Allegations of Cannabis Contamination Failures and Research Obstacles

A recent report has leveled significant allegations against the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), particularly targeting Deputy Administrator Thomas Prevoznik. The report claims the agency has allegedly failed in its duty to prevent contaminated cannabis products from entering state-regulated markets across the United States, leading to concerns that consumers are being exposed to potentially harmful substances….

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Phuket Cannabis Crackdown: Seven Cherng Talay Shops Closed Over Regulatory Violations on July 2, 2025

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…

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Alabama Enacts Sweeping Hemp Restrictions: Smokable Products Banned, Age Raised to 21

MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA – A new era for the hemp industry in Alabama commenced on July 1, 2025, as a comprehensive law, House Bill 445 (HB445), officially took effect, implementing stringent new regulations across the state. The legislation significantly curtails the availability of certain hemp-derived products, notably imposing a ban on the sale and possession of…

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Thai Cannabis Crackdown: New Prescription Rules Threaten 12,000 Shop Closures

Bangkok, Thailand – Thailand’s burgeoning cannabis industry faces a significant upheaval following the announcement of stringent new regulations that could force the closure of thousands of retailers across the country. Under draft ministerial regulations from the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM), an estimated 12,000 existing cannabis flower retailers may be unable to…

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California State Fair Honors Cannabis Excellence, Signals Industry’s Mainstream Rise with 2025 Awards

SACRAMENTO, CA – The California State Fair has announced the highly anticipated medal winners for the 2025 Cannabis Awards, celebrating the state’s burgeoning cannabis industry and its commitment to quality and innovation. This annual competition, recognized as the largest and most prestigious sanctioned cannabis contest globally, highlights excellence across a diverse range of cannabis products,…

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