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PepsiCo takes a leaf out of Coca-Colas book and explores the world of weed-infused beverages

PepsiCo takes a leaf out of Coca-Cola’s book and explores the world of weed-infused beverages

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 16, 2018

While it might have been dismissed as a rumor, word of Coca-Cola discussing “dope” deals with cannabis companies has spread like wildfire. It seems that a competitor of the fizzy drink's producer could...

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Louisiana regulators lift patient cap on the state’s medical cannabis program

During the meeting of the State Board of Medical Examiners, regulators voted 8-1 to tackle the problem
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 9, 2018

Louisiana's medical cannabis program has been salvaged, thanks to the removal of a patient cap on physician recommendations. The state's medical cannabis program was destined for failure before regulators...

Former U.S. Attorney describes cannabis Schedule 1 classification as “absurd”

Former U.S. Attorney describes cannabis’ Schedule 1 classification as “absurd”

Grissom’s passion for pot prompted him to visit the NORML office in Washington, before he resigned from his position as U.S. Attorney
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 7, 2018

Voting time is fast approaching for Missourians. Next month, residents of the “Show-Me State” will be given a chance to vote for medical cannabis legalization in Missouri. Advocates of cannabis...

Cannabis study: Whole-plant cannabis is more powerful at treating epilepsy than CBD

Cannabis study: Whole-plant cannabis is more powerful at treating epilepsy than CBD

Brazilian researchers say that "CBD-rich extracts seem to present a better therapeutic profile than purified CBD"
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 5, 2018

The number of cannabis studies demonstrating the plant’s medical potency for the treatment of epilepsy, among many other ailments, is rapidly increasing.  In June, the Food and Drug Administration...

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Texas is changing its mind about cannabis

October 5, 2018

Thor Benson / Cannabis News Box Contributor Sen. Ted Cruz is facing a close Senate race against his opponent Beto O’Rourke this year, and a topic that has been discussed widely during this race is...

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California Governor Jerry Brown vetoes bill which would have allowed parents to bring medical cannabis to school

October 3, 2018

Thor Benson / Cannabis News Box Contributor A bill that would have allowed parents of schoolchildren to bring their medical cannabis to their school for use during the day has been vetoed by Calif....

https://www.marijuana.com/news/2017/06/head-of-va-seemingly-supports-medical-marijuana/

U.S. senators file legislation to legalize medical cannabis for Military Veterans

Cannabis advocates have praised the legislation to legalize medical cannabis for veterans
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 2, 2018

A bill to legalize medical cannabis for veterans has been filed by two Democratic U.S. senators. The Senate bill, named the Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act, would entitle physicians who...

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New Mexico’s top health official rejects use of cannabis for opioid addiction (again)

“I cannot say with any degree of confidence that the use of cannabis for treatment of opioid dependence and its symptoms would be either safe or effective,” wrote Gallagher
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 29, 2018

Another request has been rejected by Mexico's top health official that would permit the use of medical cannabis to treat opioid addiction.   Cannabis advocates responded to the decision, stating that...

DEA reschedules CBD, with a few exceptions

DEA reschedules CBD, with a few exceptions

September 28, 2018

On Thursday, the Drug Enforcement Agency rescheduled CBD, a non-psychoactive cannabinoid, from a Schedule 1 drug to a Schedule 5 drug. Although, not all CBD products are included under the rescheduling. Only...

UNM researchers discover cannabis potential for symptom relief

UNM researchers discover cannabis’ potential for symptom relief

LUNM researchers were able to report positive outcomes for the use of cannabis to treat 27 different medical ailments
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 27, 2018

A cannabis experience app called the Releaf App has been utilized by a team of researchers at the University of New Mexico to demonstrate cannabis' efficacy at treating various medical symptoms.   Over...

Mormons oppose and support legalizing medical cannabis in Utah

Mormons oppose and support legalizing medical cannabis in Utah

September 21, 2018

Thor Benson / Cannabis News Box Contributor Mormon leaders in Utah are telling residents to vote against a proposal that would legalize medical cannabis in the state while also calling for lawmakers...

Biotech company signs $122 million deal to produce pharmaceutical-worthy weed

Biotech company signs $122 million deal to produce pharmaceutical-worthy weed

Eight cannabis compounds will now be produced by Gingko in Cronos' labs
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial September 21, 2018

A biotech startup that specializes in designing custom microbes for customers across various markers has revealed its plans to produce lab-grown cannabis. Gingko Bioworks will join forces with Cronos...

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