Prohibition has hindered the development of certifications in cannabis. Thus, a massive void exists in terms of the standardized education available, which is problematic considering the industry’s rapidly expanding into a global market and trade. Over the last few years, however, educational institutions focusing on the plant are starting to organize, and universities are scrambling…
A pair of Australian researchers are getting ready to conduct the world’s first clinical trial to determine if medical cannabis can slow the growth of glioblastoma, a highly aggressive type of brain tumor. There are about 1,000 people diagnosed with glioblastoma each year in Australia alone, with fewer than 5 percent surviving past five years….
Published: Aug 23, 2017, 3:31 pm • Updated: Aug 23, 2017, 3:31 pm By The Associated Press JUNEAU, Alaska — State regulators plan to take comment through Oct. 27 on a proposal that would allow authorized retail marijuana shops in Alaska to provide a place for people to consume cannabis products they buy. Alaska’s Marijuana…
But here’s the thing. Mr. Spicer’s opinion notwithstanding, there is growing consensus on adult use as well. The majority of Americans support full legalization. The number of states that have approved legalized recreational adult use doubled last November to eight, including my home state of California, the nation’s most populous state. Americans are realizing that…
Stock prices in several cannabis companies were up significantly Tuesday morning as voters headed to the polls with legal marijuana on the ballot in four states. The legalization of recreational marijuana is being decided in Michigan and North Dakota, and voters in Utah and Missouri will be asked to approve the medicinal use of cannabis. Analysts Predict…
Published: Oct 25, 2017, 2:31 pm • Updated: Oct 25, 2017, 2:31 pm By Nicholas Ibarra, Santa Cruz Sentinel Santa Cruz may be the first county in the state ready for recreational marijuana sales on January 1. On Tuesday, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to allow the 12 medical marijuana dispensaries…
The post Is A Rise In Pedestrian Deaths Really Due To Legal Cannabis? appeared first on High Times. Is a rise in pedestrian deaths really due to legal cannabis? A traffic story published earlier this week says that just might be the case. The study, published by the Governors’ Highway Safety Association, compiled records on…
iHeartMedia announced today that they would make a strategic investment deal with High Times Holding Corp. The $5,000,000 advertising deal comes alongside a $10,000,000 investment. Per the terms of the agreement, the iconic cannabis brand will gain access to the iconic radio brand’s inventory, outdoor advertising, mass media expertise, and other associated services. iHeart will…
Published: Mar 3, 2017, 12:13 pm • Updated: Mar 3, 2017, 12:43 pm By Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist Staff There may be uncertainty in regards to cannabis on the federal stage, but some U.S. lawmakers are trying to keep the legislative gears churning. A bipartisan quartet of congressmen in February launched the Congressional Cannabis Caucus,…
The post Chronically Ill 24-Year-Old Man Fired For Using Marijuana appeared first on High Times. A chronically ill 24-year-old man fired for using marijuana serves as a sobering reminder. Despite spreading legalization and acceptance, medical marijuana patients must often face an impossible decision. Do they prioritize their health or their careers? This kind of choice is…