June 21, 2026
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Phuket Cannabis Crackdown: Seven Cherng Talay Shops Closed Over Regulatory Violations on July 2, 2025

Hank Thompson08 mins

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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Regulatory Roadblocks, Tax Hike Threaten New Jersey’s Struggling Cannabis Industry

Hank Thompson06 mins

Nearly five years after New Jersey voters overwhelmingly approved the legalization of adult-use cannabis, the state’s licensed marijuana operators find themselves grappling with significant challenges, many struggling simply to survive. Despite early optimism and inherent market advantages, New Jersey’s cannabis industry remains notably underdeveloped and underperforming, particularly when compared to states like Missouri, which launched…

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Georgia Centralizes Drug Policy: Private Opioid Therapy Banned, State Takes Control

Hank Thompson07 mins

Tbilisi, Georgia — Georgia’s ruling party, Georgian Dream (GD), has enacted sweeping legislative changes that ban private entities from offering opioid replacement therapies and importing or distributing psychotropic drugs. The controversial amendments, passed during an extraordinary session of the GD one-party parliament on July 1-2, transfer the full responsibility for these critical services exclusively to…

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California Cannabis Market: Raw Garden Unveils July Promotions Featuring Sprout Vape, 710 Deals Ahead of 10th Anniversary

Heather Homer05 mins

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Raw Garden, a prominent Clean Green-certified brand specializing in cannabis concentrates, has announced a series of significant promotions across California retailers throughout July. The initiative coincides with the company’s 10th anniversary celebration and the upcoming 7/10 holiday, often recognized in the cannabis community as a day focused on concentrates and extracts….

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Thailand’s Cannabis Clampdown: Billions at Stake as Businesses Reel From Policy U-Turn

Hank Thompson07 mins

BANGKOK, Thailand – Just three years after becoming the first country in Southeast Asia to decriminalize cannabis, Thailand’s government has dramatically reversed course, implementing stringent new regulations that threaten to dismantle a burgeoning billion-dollar industry. The abrupt policy shift, spearheaded by Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, aims to curb recreational use and re-establish strict state…

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Raw Garden Marks 10 Years with Major California Cannabis Deals and Events for 7/10 Holiday

Hank Thompson08 mins

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Raw Garden, a leading Clean Green-certified cannabis concentrates brand headquartered in California, is embarking on a month-long celebration commemorating its 10th anniversary. As part of these milestone festivities and in recognition of the upcoming 7/10 holiday – a key date for cannabis oil and concentrate enthusiasts – the company has announced a…

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Viola and Tempters Launch 10mg THC Beverage Line with Former NBA Star Al Harrington

Hank Thompson08 mins

Viola, the acclaimed Black-owned cannabis brand founded by former NBA player Al Harrington, has entered a strategic partnership with Tempters, a recognized innovator in the hemp beverage sector, to introduce a pioneering line of THC-infused drinks. This collaboration marks a significant step in the evolving market for cannabis consumption, aiming to redefine the consumer experience…

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Cannabis Leader Viola, Tempters Unveil THC-Infused Beverage Line Featuring Al Harrington

Connor O'Reily07 mins

Los Angeles, CA — Viola, the leading Black-owned cannabis brand founded by former NBA player Al Harrington, has announced a significant strategic partnership with Tempters, an innovative company specializing in hemp beverages. This collaboration marks the debut of a new line of THC-infused beverages, poised to enter the burgeoning market for cannabis-infused consumables. A New…

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California Hikes Cannabis Excise Tax, Shifts Enforcement Costs to Broader Fund

Connor O'Reily07 mins

Sacramento, California – Effective July 2, 2025, California’s legal cannabis market faces significant fiscal restructuring as the state’s cannabis excise tax officially increases. This move, embedded within the state’s comprehensive 2025-2026 budget, aims to realign the financial burdens and funding mechanisms associated with regulating and enforcing the burgeoning legal industry. Concurrently with the tax hike,…

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California Increases Cannabis Excise Tax, Reworks Enforcement Funding in New State Budget

Connor O'Reily06 mins

Sacramento, California – The landscape of California’s legal cannabis industry is undergoing significant shifts following recent announcements tied to the state budget, impacting both taxation and enforcement strategies. As of July 2, 2025, the state’s cannabis excise tax is set to increase, a move that will add to the operational costs for businesses within the…

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