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In Netherlands, Lines Outside Marijuana Coffee Shops Ahead of Lockdown
While other countries are stocking up on groceries and toilet paper in response to the coronavirus pandemic, Netherlands residents are lining up outside weed coffee shops ahead of a lockdown.
Degree in Marijuana Will Be Offered by Colorado University
University officials announced plans to launch a new degree program in fall 2020 that would offer students training geared toward the state's flourishing cannabis industry.
Chicago Doctors Already Report Spike in ER Visits After Weed Legalization
Doctors report higher incidents of cannabis-related problems, such as confusion, anxiety, paranoia and hallucinations.
Eating Cannabis Also Carries Risks, Warn Doctors
The effects of edibles can take many hours to hit, experts warned.
Using Cannabis Appears to Change the Structure of Your Heart
"Although a lot of research has been published on the effects of smoking cigarettes much less is known about the effects of recreational cannabis use," Dr. Mohammed Khanji of Queen Mary, University of London, told Newsweek.
Legalizing Cannabis Linked to Less Opioid Prescriptions
Researchers looked at data on over 1.5 billion individual opioid prescriptions between 2011 and 2018.
Where to Buy Limited-Edition Cannabis-Infused Hot Chocolate for Christmas
The hot chocolate is infused with 5 milligrams of THC per pouch states Kiva, the company behind cannabis-infused turkey gravy.
Rep. Gaetz Calls Out Kellyanne Conway on Marijuana Stance
In an appearance on CNN, the Republican congressman stressed that marijuana legalization has a generational divide, rather than a partisan one.
Get Paid to Smoke Weed: American Marijuana Wants Someone to Review Cannabis
The reviewer will be sent a box of cannabis products to test and review in blog posts and videos each month.
Woman in Argentina Caught Wearing Fake Baby Bump to Smuggle Cannabis
The woman was traveling with a man who was also arrested for carrying the drug.
Cannabis Use Disorder is Rising in U.S. States Where Weed is Legal
Problematic cannabis use rose by 37 percent, from 0.90 percent to 1.23 percent, after recreational marijuana legalization.
Cannabis Could Ease Symptoms of Depression in PTSD Patients
"We're only just beginning to understand what the therapeutic potential of cannabis may be for a variety of health conditions," an author of the study said.
These Are the Industries Where Staff Are Most Likely to Smoke Weed
Researchers looked at data on over 200,000 adults from the U.S. National Survey on Drug Use and Health.
Microscopic Images Reveal Cannabis Flowers in Incredible Detail
The images show how the structures and chemicals of the different hairs differ, revealing that mushroom-shaped hairs produce the most cannabinoids and terpenes.
Marijuana Breath Tests Could Be Available by 2020
The devices being developed are designed to look for evidence of tetrahidrocannabinol (THC) in the body—the main psychoactive compound in cannabis.
Sheriff Major Demoted After His Official Car Was Found Abandoned in Ditch
The former major remains on personal leave after being demoted.
Man Caught With 1000 Marijuana Plants Told Police They Were 'Peppermint'
Police say they stopped the man during a routine patrol when they saw him performing an "irregular maneuver."
Using Cannabis During Pregnancy Linked to FASD-like Symptoms
"There may be no safe level of use of alcohol and cannabis during pregnancy," an expert told Newsweek.
Pregnant Women Using Cannabis Numbers 'Rapidly Increasing,' Experts Warn
Smoking weed during pregnancy could cause neurodevelopmental problems, experts told "Newsweek."
Ilhan Omar: Marijuana Must Be Legalized Nationwide to Fight Inequality
Omar noted that Americans are still being jailed under harsh anti-drug laws, even though several states have already legalised recreational marijuana use.
Colorado's Booming Marijuana Industry Reaches Major New Revenue Milestone
Since legalization, Colorado's retail marijuana sector has grown strongly and is pouring more money than ever into the state's public services. Here's how it's spent.
'Earliest Evidence' of Cannabis Smoking Found in Ancient Chinese Tomb
Humans have been cultivating the cannabis plant for thousands of years, but we know very little about when it was first used for its psychoactive properties.
Does Cannabis Affect Fertility in Men and Women? What We Know So Far
The drug could reduce men's sperm count and delay or prevent ovulation in women, research suggests.
Millions Could Suffer from Cannabis Dependence
All drugs carry a degree of risk, and cannabis is no exception.
Beachgoers Find More Than $1m Worth of Cannabis and Cocaine Washed Up
One member of the public at the vacation spot described the incident as "pretty crazy."
Teenage Cannabis Use Linked to Memory Problems
Scientists studied almost 4,000 students in Canada.
LAX Authorities Report Surge in Marijuana Arrests After Legalization
Los Angeles International Airport has seen arrests surge 166 percent since marijuana was legalized across the state of California in 2016.
Mexico Wants to Decriminalize Drugs, and for the U.S. to Do the Same
Mexico's plan points to the failure of the decades-long international war on drugs.
Weed Users Find Drug Can Boost Workout Motivation: Study
New study shines light on the impact of cannabis on exercise.
Cure 4/20 Munchies With These Cannabis Holiday Deals
Yes, you do need a gigantic brownie on 4/20.