The UK's cannabis laws are increasingly seen as outdated and ineffective as public support for legalization grows. With an underground market worth £3.57 billion, many Britons defy restrictive regulations. Despite the 2018 legalization of medical cannabis, access remains limited. Advocates urge reform, emphasizing economic benefits and a shifting cultural landscape.
Arkansas Supreme Court Crushes Medical Marijuana Expansion Just Weeks Before Election
Arkansas’ Supreme Court struck down a ballot initiative to expand medical marijuana, ruling that the measure was misleading to voters. With the election just weeks away, advocates are left reeling
DeSantis vs. Roe: Florida’s Weed War and Ron’s Ego Trip
Ron DeSantis is waging a personal war against his ex-ally Jeff Roe over weed legalization in Florida. Find out why this battle is about more than just politics—it’s about bruised egos and a high-stakes fight for control
Harris Calls for Cannabis Legalization to Empower Black Men
Vice President Kamala Harris is advocating for the nationwide legalization of recreational marijuana as part of her economic agenda aimed at uplifting Black men. Her plan seeks to address the racial injustices caused by the War on Drugs while providing opportunities for Black entrepreneurs and improving health outcomes for Black men. Could this be the federal shift cannabis advocates have been waiting for?
California’s Crackdown Continues: Cheech & Chong and U.S. Hemp Roundtable Face Setback in Court
California’s hemp industry faces a major setback as the Los Angeles Superior Court denies the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) filed by U.S. Hemp Roundtable and Cheech & Chong’s Cannabis Company. Governor Newsom’s emergency regulations remain in effect, banning hemp-derived THC products. Stakeholders express disappointment, but vow to continue advocating for fair regulation while maintaining consumer safety
Cannabis Use Disorder: Another Way to Demonize Weed?
Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) sounds scary, but is it really a problem? Or just another way to demonize cannabis users? Here’s why the latest panic over weed addiction is overblown