Boxing legend Mike Tyson, joining forces with a prominent coalition of athletes and entertainers, is publicly pressing former US President Donald Trump to champion significant marijuana reform. The group argues that current President Joe Biden has fallen short on his promises regarding the issue, prompting their shift in advocacy towards Trump. Speaking recently on Fox…
LISBON, Portugal – A significant step towards standardizing medicinal cannabis products has been achieved with the publication of a peer-reviewed scientific study validating a novel process for producing high-quality, full-spectrum cannabis oil. SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals LDA, an EU-GMP-certified Multi-Country Operator based in Portugal, in collaboration with Lusófona University, the largest private university in the country, announced…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California’s legal cannabis market saw a significant shift beginning July 1, 2025, as the state’s excise tax on all cannabis products climbed from 15% to 19% [8, 14]. This four-percentage-point increase marks another step in the state’s evolving taxation policy for the industry, bringing added costs to consumers and intensifying financial pressures…
As of June 30, 2025, the landscape of cannabis and drug policy continues to experience dynamic shifts, influencing political strategies, celebrity activism, and legislative action at local, state, and international levels. A comprehensive overview of recent developments, drawing insights from various sources including the Marijuana Moment newsletter dated June 30, 2025, reveals a complex environment…
Bangkok, Thailand — Thailand’s Health Ministry has announced a delay in the enforcement of new, stringent regulations governing the nation’s burgeoning cannabis industry. The decision, which postpones implementation by a period of up to two months, comes as a direct response to significant and widespread pushback from various stakeholders within the cannabis sector. The Context…
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…
A significant and rapid increase in cannabis consumption among adults aged 65 and older is becoming a notable trend across the United States, according to recent data. This demographic, traditionally less associated with cannabis use, is increasingly turning to the substance for a variety of reasons, even as health professionals and researchers highlight potential risks….
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is reportedly grappling with significant internal and legal challenges, including what some sources describe as a “constitutional crisis” stemming from issues within its Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) system. This comes amid escalating legal action from MMJ BioPharma Cultivation, which alleges the federal agency has deliberately obstructed its crucial medical…
In a significant development for the commercial cannabis industry, a new partnership between technology providers Cannatrol and Rhythm aims to streamline operations through comprehensive data integration. This collaboration is poised to offer cultivators enhanced insights and efficiency by providing a singular, end-to-end view of facility data, merging critical cultivation and post-harvest information. This strategic alliance…
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,…
