#Gravitas Germany has reportedly approved the world's first cannabis-derived medicine specifically designed to treat chronic pain. A move that experts say could potentially offer hope to millions of patients who rely on powerful opioid drugs.

The World’s First Cannabis-Based Painkiller

The United States is moving toward reclassifying marijuana in what could become one of the most significant federal drug policy changes in decades. The proposed shift would move cannabis from the most restrictive category to a less-regulated classification, easing barriers to medical research and reducing tax burdens on cannabis businesses.

US Moves to Reclassify Marijuana in Major Policy Shift

April 20, or 4/20, marks an informal cannabis holiday rooted in counterculture. Users across the world celebrate the day by partaking in cannabis consumption. The day blends celebration, activism and commerce as individuals gather in large numbers across the United States and Europe. 

4/20, the stoner holiday: From its debated origins to global celebrations – All you need to know

Over 7,000 cannabis shops in Thailand close due to stricter regulations and new law. This comes after stricter laws made it harder for businesses to comply, leading to significant financial losses for operators in the country.


Thailand Cannabis Shops Face Mass Closures; New Laws Shrink Market 

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that will expand access to cannabis, a long anticipated move that would mark the most significant shift in US drug policy in decades.


Trump Expands Access to Cannabis in a Major Shift in Drug Policy

Trump hints at big weed shift | Trump says the White House is actively considering easing federal marijuana rules, including reclassifying cannabis for research. Here's what he said.

Marijuana 'research' material but fentanyl a 'weapon of mass destruction'? Trump's explosive announcement on devil's lettuce

A Brown University randomized trial finds cannabis may reduce alcohol consumption by 19–27 per cent, offering the strongest experimental evidence behind the “California sober” idea.

Does cannabis help with alcoholism? Researchers found surprising results

Nearly 100 people experienced the after-effects of THC after being accidentally fed food made with oil that carried the drug. People complained of dizziness, anxiety and nausea. Investigations revealed what had actually happened in the kitchen of a restaurant.

'Pot' pizzas accidentally intoxicate nearly 100 people. The shocked restaurant owner revealed...

Cannabis use is rising among adults aged 65 and over, with many turning to it for pain, sleep, and anxiety relief. Legal changes and reduced stigma drive the trend, but health experts urge caution due to risks and interactions with other medicines.

Why are more older adults turning to cannabis for health relief in the US?

In a boost to South Africa's cannabis industry, the government has lifted its ban on the product as well as hemp-derived foodstuffs. The decision reverses its earlier prohibition, which had made it a criminal offense to engage in any commercial activity related to cannabis food items. Watch in for more details!

South Africa withdraws ban on cannabis food products

Rahul Chaudhary, a man from Greater Noida, was arrested for growing cannabis in a high-tech setup inside his apartment. He had been cultivating premium cannabis, known as "OG," in over 50 pots for the past four months.

India: Man arrested for cultivating cannabis at home in Greater Noida, selling on dark web

A woman working with a charity that seeks to help people with alcohol and drug issues was caught drinking and driving in Cheshire, a county in England. The Telegraph reported that Eliza Loftus crashed her car into a tree and went hiding in the bushes after a night of drinking on April 7.

Executive at addiction charity caught drunk driving, crashing car and hiding behind a bush

Former Arsenal footballer Emmanuel Thomas has been sacked by Scottish club after being charged in connection with an attempt to smuggle £600,000 of cannabis through Stansted Airport.

Ex Arsenal Footballer Emmanuel Thomas Sacked After Being Charged Over Cannabis Seized at Airport

Former Arsenal and Ipswich Town forward Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has been charged after he was arrested by Scotland's National Crime Agency (NCA) in connection with the seizure of 60 kg of cannabis worth 600,000 pounds ($793,620) at Stansted Airport.

NCA charges former Arsenal forward Jay Emmanuel-Thomas over cannabis seizure worth £600,000

A Singapore man has been sentenced to four years in prison for attempting to incriminate his wife by planting cannabis in her car. Tan Xianglong planted 500 grams of cannabis in his wife's vehicle, fully aware that possessing such a large amount could result in the death penalty under Singapore's strict drug laws, reported The Straits Times.

Singapore man jailed for framing wife with cannabis in her car to speed up divorce

Can cannabis reduce the ageing of brain? As per new research done on mice, long-term, low-dose use of the active ingredient of cannabis has an anti-ageing effect.

Cannabis found to have anti-ageing effect on brains of mice. So can pot make you younger?

According to reports, Morocco's King Mohammed VI granted pardons to nearly 5,000 individuals who were either convicted or wanted on charges related to illegal cannabis farming. As per reports, this move is part of a broader strategy aimed at transforming Morocco’s cannabis industry from an illegal operation into a legitimate and regulated sector.

Morocco's King Pardons 5,000 Cannabis Farming Convicts

South Africa has become the first country in the continent to legalise the use of Cannibas. Just one day before the historic ballot last month, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the cannabis for private purposes act. Ramaphosa believes that the industry has the potential to unlock huge investment.

South Africa becomes first African nation to allow Marijuana use

Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin ordered a u-turn on the country’s landmark cannabis policy, saying the plant should be soon classified as a narcotic again and its use limited to medical and health purposes. Watch in for more details!

Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin seeks to criminalise cannabis again

In contrast to the popular stereotype, stoners aren’t lazy, a new study suggests. The study had found that constant cannabis users don’t appear to experience any reduction in motivation or willingness to exercise effort as a result of their consumption.

Regular cannabis use doesn’t lead to laziness or less motivation, study suggests

Police have busted an international gang involved in swindling people of 645 million euros ($686.41 million) across 35 countries. They defrauded people through a fake investment opportunity centred around medicinal cannabis plants.

$686 million medicinal cannabis scam busted, international gang’s nine members arrested

Watch the top headlines of the hour: - Israel braces for attack by Iran - China's top legislator in North Korea - Six killed in Sydney attack - 645 million Cannabis scam busted in Spain - Iran confirms attack on vessel

China's top legislator in North Korea | 645 million Cannabis scam busted in Spain

You've heard of the "high road," but what about "high tourism"? In Colombia, an American man nicknamed "cannabis Jimmy" has been arrested for orchestrating "cannabis tours" where people could get high on free samples as they learned everything about the narcotic.

Exploiting the 'high': American caught for selling 'cannabis tours' in Colombia

Germany has taken a Monumental decision towards legalization of cannabis. Watch in for more details!

Germany: Cannabis users celebrate relaxation of laws

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