PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – A growing public health concern is emerging among South Africa’s youth, characterized by the escalating co-use of vaping products and cannabis. The University of Pretoria (UP) is sounding an urgent alarm, calling for coordinated action across various sectors to address what is being described as a “silent storm” brewing among young…
In a significant policy shift aimed at bolstering its struggling legal cannabis industry, California has reversed a recent state tax increase. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 564 (AB 564), which freezes the state’s cannabis excise tax at 15% until 2028, effectively rolling back an increase to 19% that took effect in July 2025. This…
In a significant legal victory for New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry, the Supreme Court of New York has granted a preliminary injunction, temporarily shielding more than 150 licensed dispensaries from potentially ruinous relocation or closure mandates. The court’s order effectively halts the enforcement of new directives issued by the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM)…
TRENDS Dispensary Pioneers AI-Powered Product Guidance with “Relief IQ” Launch TRENDS, a prominent cannabis dispensary located in Queens, New York, has made history by becoming the first U.S. dispensary to introduce “Relief IQ,” an innovative AI-powered wellness technology. This cutting-edge platform is designed to demystify the cannabis shopping experience, offering customers personalized, research-informed guidance to…
A pivotal congressional hearing on September 19, 2025, ignited a fierce debate among lawmakers regarding the complex intersection of cannabis legalization and organized crime, particularly concerning illicit operations linked to Chinese transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability convened to address what witnesses described as a burgeoning black…
NANAIMO, British Columbia – Tilray Brands’ premium craft cannabis marque, Broken Coast, has officially launched its highly anticipated BC Selects line, a new, limited-edition collection of premium cannabis flower. This exclusive series showcases exceptional phenotypes meticulously curated from the brand’s proprietary genetic library, reinforcing Broken Coast’s dedication to quality over quantity. The inaugural release under…
Broken Coast Cannabis Elevates Craft Portfolio with New Premium Lines and Strain Innovations Vancouver, BC – Broken Coast Cannabis, a premium craft cannabis brand under Tilray Brands, has significantly expanded its offerings with the introduction of its new limited-edition BC Selects line and a contemporary rendition of the beloved Blue Dream strain. This strategic move…
Jersey’s Attorney General has introduced new guidance aimed at steering individuals caught with controlled drugs for personal use away from the criminal justice system and towards cautions and fixed fines. This significant policy update is being hailed by advocates as a crucial step in minimizing the harms associated with criminalizing personal drug use, a move…
SEOUL, South Korea – An incident involving two middle school students apprehended by Seoul police for allegedly smoking marijuana at a playground has ignited fresh concerns over the escalating problem of adolescent drug use in South Korea. The arrest, which occurred late on April 25th in a residential area of Seoul’s Nowon district, has brought…
WASHINGTON D.C. – In a move that significantly impacts the trajectory of federal cannabis policy, a key congressional committee has voted to block the U.S. Department of Justice from using federal funds to reschedule marijuana. The decision, made by the GOP-controlled House Appropriations Committee on September 10, 2025, throws a wrench into ongoing efforts to…
