A groundbreaking scientific review has shed new light on one of the most defining—and mysterious—traits of marijuana: its smell and flavor. While terpenes have long been credited as the primary drivers behind cannabis’s wide-ranging aromas, this new analysis reveals a more complex picture. According to researchers, it’s not just terpenes like limonene, myrcene, or pinene …
Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program experienced a significant expansion after anxiety was added to the list of qualifying medical conditions, according to a new study highlighting the influence of policy changes on patient enrollment and access. The research, conducted by the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and Temple University, examined how the July 2019 decision …
More than six months into oversight by former Trump administration officials, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) says the marijuana rescheduling process remains stalled. Despite significant progress under the Biden administration—including a historic recommendation by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III—the DEA has yet …
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This year marks a major milestone in cannabis history: 50 years since California became the first state in the U.S. to decriminalize marijuana. Activists, lawmakers, and advocates across the Golden State are recognizing the moment as a testament to the enduring fight for cannabis reform and social justice. In 1975, then-Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate …
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Alabama’s long-delayed medical marijuana program may finally be on track to serve patients by the end of 2025, according to the state’s top cannabis regulator. John McMillan, director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), expressed optimism during a recent update, stating he is “very hopeful” that legal medical cannabis products could reach patients within …
Marijuana reform is gaining renewed momentum in Oklahoma as a group of activists has cleared a key hurdle in their push to put a cannabis legalization measure on the 2026 ballot. The campaign, led by the group Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action (ORCA), submitted revised language that successfully avoided legal challenges—a major win for the …
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Hawaii is tightening its grip on hemp regulation with a new bill signed into law by Governor Josh Green. The legislation mandates that all hemp product distributors and retailers operating in the state must register with the Hawaii Department of Health, aiming to improve oversight and safety in a rapidly expanding market. The new law …
A new national survey of adult cannabis consumers reveals a striking trend: marijuana users are over five times more likely to exercise regularly than to indulge in fast food. This data challenges outdated stereotypes that paint cannabis users as sedentary or unhealthy. Survey participants reported their routines, with a significant majority engaging in weekly exercise—activities …
Boxing heavyweight legend Mike Tyson has stepped into the spotlight again—this time as a cannabis entrepreneur. After meeting with former President Donald Trump, Tyson visited a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) laboratory to tour its facilities and promote his Tyson 2.0 cannabis brand. Tyson’s brand, which he co-founded, offers a range of premium cannabis products including …
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In a surprising shift, the U.S. legal cannabis industry reported a 3.4% drop in full-time equivalent jobs last year—even as sales hit a record $30.1 billion, marking a 4.5% increase from 2023. This represents the sharpest employment decline the industry has seen since federal efforts to track cannabis jobs began in 2017. The data reveal that …
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