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Washington D.C. – In a significant move reflecting shifting societal norms and persistent military recruitment challenges, Congress is advancing critical amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). These proposals aim to broaden eligibility for military service by expanding waivers for recruits with past marijuana use and to clarify policies allowing service members to use…

Thailand is undergoing a significant policy shift regarding cannabis, moving back to a medical-only framework just three years after decriminalizing the substance. The recent announcement has split society, creating anxiety among businesses and relief for those advocating stricter controls. Background: From Decriminalization to Crackdown In June 2022, Thailand made history by becoming the first country…

The recent dismissal of eight employees from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) who criticized Trump administration policies has sent ripples through federal agencies, sparking questions about accountability and the potential for similar actions within the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Specifically, the DEA’s Diversion Control Division faces mounting scrutiny for its handling of medical cannabis licensing,…

Nextleaf Solutions, a prominent innovation-driven life science company and licensed cannabis processor, has announced its fourth consecutive profitable quarter, reinforcing its financial resilience and strategic execution within the dynamic Canadian cannabis sector. Sustained Financial Performance Drives Fourth Profitable Quarter For the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, ending June 30, 2025, Nextleaf Solutions reported robust…

As the United States navigates a complex and evolving legal terrain for cannabis, brands are strategically fortifying their intellectual property (IP) portfolios, even before widespread federal legalization. The booming cannabis industry, projected to surpass $45 billion in sales by 2025, faces a significant hurdle: cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance federally, preventing direct federal…

WildBrain Ltd., a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has announced a significant strategic shift that will see the cessation of its Canadian television broadcast business, including Family Channel, Family Jr., WildBrainTV, and Télémagino. This move comes after the company was unable to negotiate a new carriage agreement with Rogers Communications Canada Inc. for…

Five individuals, including three brothers, their father, and a cousin, have been indicted in Toledo, Ohio, on a combined total of 78 felony charges stemming from an alleged drug trafficking conspiracy and a sophisticated stolen vehicle title fraud scheme. The indictments, handed down by a Lucas County grand jury, detail a criminal enterprise involved in…

In a significant victory for environmental protection and law enforcement, authorities have dismantled a sprawling 13-acre illegal cannabis cultivation site within the pristine wilderness of Sequoia National Park. The bust, announced recently by the National Park Service (NPS), highlights a disturbing trending pattern of well-organized drug-trafficking operations exploiting California’s protected lands, leaving a trail of…

A significant data breach at CB1 Medical, a prominent UK medical cannabis clinic, has sent ripples of concern through its patient community. The incident, which came to light through a Reddit post and subsequent official confirmation, involves the exposure of sensitive patient information, prompting immediate investigation by the clinic and raising questions about data security…

The potential federal rescheduling of cannabis is sending ripples of concern through the American trucking industry, a critical development in the ongoing, complex evolution of cannabis policy across the United States. On August 18, 2025, the American Trucking Associations (ATA), a major trucking group, conveyed its “deep concern” to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy regarding the…