Berlin's metro network has come up with a curious idea to ease travel stress of commuters. It is selling edible tickets laced with hemp oil. hemp is cannabis grown for medicinal use.

"This way you can travel hassle-free around Berlin all day and then simply swallow your Christmas stress along with your ticket," said public transport operator BVG, known for its quirky marketing stunts.

The hemp tickets cost 8.80 euros (USD 9.95). The tickets have been made of edible paper. BVG says the edible paper has been sprinkled with "no more than three drops" of hemp oil.

They are valid for 24 hours and are "completely legal", the company said.

"Hemp oil is 100 percent vegetarian and also makes an excellent salad dressing," it added, suggesting that customers may like to wash their tickets down with one of Berlin's famous doner kebabs.&nbsp;

The new German government, sworn in last week, has agreed to legalise recreational use of cannabis.

But BVG said it was "against any kind of drug use -- whether illegal or legal. That is why there is a strict ban on drugs and alcohol in all BVG vehicles and stations."

In 2018, hundreds of people braved long early-morning queues when BVG launched a limited-edition pair of Adidas sneakers that also functioned as an annual metro ticket.

Retailing at 180 euros, the shoes bearing the design of seat covers on Berlin's U-Bahn trains were fitted with an annual ticket normally worth 761 euros.

(With inputs from agencies)

Berlin's metro network has come up with a curious idea to ease travel stress of commuters. It is selling edible tickets laced with hemp oil. hemp is cannabis grown for medicinal use.

Berlin's metro network has come up with a curious idea to ease travel stress of commuters. It is selling edible tickets laced with hemp oil. hemp is cannabis grown for medicinal use. "This way you can travel hassle-free around Berlin all day and then simply swallow your Christmas stress along with your ticket," said public transport operator BVG, known for its quirky marketing stunts. The hemp tickets cost 8.80 euros (USD 9.95). The tickets have been made of edible paper. BVG says the edible paper has been sprinkled with "no more than three drops" of hemp oil. They are valid for 24 hours and are "completely legal", the company said. "Hemp oil is 100 percent vegetarian and also makes an excellent salad dressing," it added, suggesting that customers may like to wash their tickets down with one of Berlin's famous doner kebabs. The new German government, sworn in last week, has agreed to legalise recreational use of cannabis. But BVG said it was "against any kind of drug use -- whether illegal or legal. That is why there is a strict ban on drugs and alcohol in all BVG vehicles and stations." In 2018, hundreds of people braved long early-morning queues when BVG launched a limited-edition pair of Adidas sneakers that also functioned as an annual metro ticket. Retailing at 180 euros, the shoes bearing the design of seat covers on Berlin's U-Bahn trains were fitted with an annual ticket normally worth 761 euros. (With inputs from agencies)

Berlin metro is selling edible hemp tickets for 'calming effect' on travellers

In what can be deemed as a first in European Union, Malta has become the first country to legalise cannabis at home and for personal use. Under the new law, people aged 18 and above will be allowed to have up to seven grams of cannabis and grow up to four plants at home.&nbsp;

However, consuming cannabis in public remains illegal and punishable by a 235 euro fine. Also, consuming the drug in front of a child - both in public or private could lead to a penalty of between 300 and 500 euros.

The new law also allows several non-profit organisations of up to 500 people to grow the drug for the use of their members.

This came after MPs approved a legal reform backed by Prime Minister Robert Abela's Labour party.&nbsp;

Earlier, Abela had said, "We are legislating to address a problem and taking the harm reduction approach by regulating the sector so that people do not have to resort to the black market to purchase cannabis."

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The new law will now go to the president for approval.&nbsp;

The law further introduces easier penalties for people found with larger amounts of cannabis. Adults in possession of between 7 to 28 grams of cannabis for their own use would face a tribunal rather than a court. They can also face a maximum 100 euro fine.

Minors caught with cannabis will be referred to a tribunal which may lead to a care plan or treatment.

Several other countries in the region tolerate its use to varying degrees.&nbsp;

A few weeks back, Luxembourg came forward with a similar proposal as the country’s government had announced that people aged 18 and above will be allowed to grow a maximum of four cannabis plants per household.

Locals will have to use their household boundary, indoors, outdoors, balcony, terrace or garden to grow cannabis at home. In addition to this, the consumption of 3 grams of cannabis will not be deemed as a criminal offence but will be charged as a misdemeanour with a fine of €25 for possession.

Above three grams, nothing changes, you will be considered a dealer," Justice minister Sam Tamson said. "Nothing changes for car drivers either: there is still zero tolerance."

(With inputs from agencies)

In what can be deemed as a first in European Union, Malta has become the first country to legalise cannabis at home and for personal use. Under the new law, people aged 18 and above will be allowed to have up to seven grams of cannabis and grow up to four plants at home.

In what can be deemed as a first in European Union, Malta has become the first country to legalise cannabis at home and for personal use. Under the new law, people aged 18 and above will be allowed to have up to seven grams of cannabis and grow up to four plants at home. However, consuming cannabis in public remains illegal and punishable by a 235 euro fine. Also, consuming the drug in front of a child - both in public or private could lead to a penalty of between 300 and 500 euros. The new law also allows several non-profit organisations of up to 500 people to grow the drug for the use of their members. This came after MPs approved a legal reform backed by Prime Minister Robert Abela's Labour party. Earlier, Abela had said, "We are legislating to address a problem and taking the harm reduction approach by regulating the sector so that people do not have to resort to the black market to purchase cannabis." Also read | Luxembourg becomes first European country to legalise cannabis The new law will now go to the president for approval. The law further introduces easier penalties for people found with larger amounts of cannabis. Adults in possession of between 7 to 28 grams of cannabis for their own use would face a tribunal rather than a court. They can also face a maximum 100 euro fine. Minors caught with cannabis will be referred to a tribunal which may lead to a care plan or treatment. Several other countries in the region tolerate its use to varying degrees. A few weeks back, Luxembourg came forward with a similar proposal as the country’s government had announced that people aged 18 and above will be allowed to grow a maximum of four cannabis plants per household. Locals will have to use their household boundary, indoors, outdoors, balcony, terrace or garden to grow cannabis at home. In addition to this, the consumption of 3 grams of cannabis will not be deemed as a criminal offence but will be charged as a misdemeanour with a fine of €25 for possession. Above three grams, nothing changes, you will be considered a dealer," Justice minister Sam Tamson said. "Nothing changes for car drivers either: there is still zero tolerance." (With inputs from agencies)

In a EU first, Malta legalises cannabis at home and for personal use

Malta will become the first European country to legalise the cultivation and possession of cannabis for personal use.

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There are various kinds of peculiar records, and a cannabis operator in the US decided to aim for one such high level record by baking world’s largest weed brownie.

Experts have managed to bake world’s largest ‘weed brownie’ that weighs nearly 385 kg. While a normal brownie contain&nbsp;2.5mg to 50mg of THC, this one has 20,000mg of THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol). This edible brownie is 15 inches tall, three feet wide and three feet long.
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In a bid to celebrate National Brownie Day, the company decided to bake this big edible and re-create their memories. "We wanted to do something big to celebrate the launch of our Bubby's Baked infused baked goods line, and what could be bigger than the World's Largest Cannabis Brownie," Ryan Crandall, Chief Product Officer at MariMed, told&nbsp;TMZ.

MariMed is a Massachusetts based American company that had recently launched a new product called ‘Bubby's Baked'&nbsp;. These are small brownie bites which have weed filled in them.
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"For many of us, homemade brownies were our first taste of cannabis-infused edibles. Bubby's recreates and elevates that nostalgic experience, infusing full-spectrum, craft-quality cannabis into timeless recipes, for a reliable high reminiscent of simpler times," Crandell added.

The big brownie was made up of 1,344 eggs, 36kg of flour and a huge amount of weed to bake this brownie. It took the efforts of five people who devoted a whole day in creating just a single piece of the 'pot brownie'.

There are various kinds of peculiar records, and a cannabis operator in the US decided to aim for one such high level record by baking world’s largest weed brownie.

There are various kinds of peculiar records, and a cannabis operator in the US decided to aim for one such high level record by baking world’s largest weed brownie. Experts have managed to bake world’s largest ‘weed brownie’ that weighs nearly 385 kg. While a normal brownie contain 2.5mg to 50mg of THC, this one has 20,000mg of THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol). This edible brownie is 15 inches tall, three feet wide and three feet long. In a bid to celebrate National Brownie Day, the company decided to bake this big edible and re-create their memories. "We wanted to do something big to celebrate the launch of our Bubby's Baked infused baked goods line, and what could be bigger than the World's Largest Cannabis Brownie," Ryan Crandall, Chief Product Officer at MariMed, told TMZ. MariMed is a Massachusetts based American company that had recently launched a new product called ‘Bubby's Baked' . These are small brownie bites which have weed filled in them. "For many of us, homemade brownies were our first taste of cannabis-infused edibles. Bubby's recreates and elevates that nostalgic experience, infusing full-spectrum, craft-quality cannabis into timeless recipes, for a reliable high reminiscent of simpler times," Crandell added. The big brownie was made up of 1,344 eggs, 36kg of flour and a huge amount of weed to bake this brownie. It took the efforts of five people who devoted a whole day in creating just a single piece of the 'pot brownie'.

1,344 eggs, 36kg flour and a lot of weed: US company makes world's largest 'pot brownie'

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Malawi has approached American heavyweight boxing great&nbsp;Mike&nbsp;Tyson&nbsp;to become brand ambassador for the southern African country's nascent medicinal cannabis industry in a bid to attract investment.

The request was contained in a letter written to&nbsp;Tyson&nbsp;early this month and seen by AFP this week. Tyson&nbsp;is expected to bring expertise and help start mass production as a&nbsp;member of a national cannabis industry association in the United States but is yet to respond to the proposition.

Malawi decriminalised cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes in 2020, following other African nations in seeking to profit from growing industrial demand for the hemp.

But the industry is struggling to grow, stalled by expensive licences and a lack of investors and buyers.

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The government hopes&nbsp;Tyson's backing would "rope in some investors and even potential buyers," said agriculture ministry spokesman Gracian Lungu.

"We have been facing a lot of challenges and the progress has been very slow," Lungu told AFP on Wednesday.

The retired professional boxer has long advocated the legalisation of cannabis and launched his own brand of weed products last month.

But his potential appointment has raised controversy, with a Malawian think-tank accusing the government of seeking to collaborate with a "sex offender".

Tyson, 55, was found guilty in 1992 of raping an 18-year-old woman. He was sentenced to six years' prison and four years' probation. He was released in 1995.

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In a statement, the Centre for Public Accountability said it failed to "comprehend why Malawi would want to have a convicted rapist as its brand ambassador" amid government efforts to curb violence against women. Lungu dismissed their concern, saying that&nbsp;Tyson&nbsp;was released on parole for good behaviour and had not committed any other crimes.

Malawi has approached American heavyweight boxing great Mike Tyson to become brand ambassador for the southern African country's nascent medicinal cannabis industry in a bid to attract investment.

Malawi has approached American heavyweight boxing great Mike Tyson to become brand ambassador for the southern African country's nascent medicinal cannabis industry in a bid to attract investment. The request was contained in a letter written to Tyson early this month and seen by AFP this week. Tyson is expected to bring expertise and help start mass production as a member of a national cannabis industry association in the United States but is yet to respond to the proposition. Malawi decriminalised cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes in 2020, following other African nations in seeking to profit from growing industrial demand for the hemp. But the industry is struggling to grow, stalled by expensive licences and a lack of investors and buyers. ALSO READ: AIBA's Women's World Boxing Championship postponed, to be held in March 2022 The government hopes Tyson's backing would "rope in some investors and even potential buyers," said agriculture ministry spokesman Gracian Lungu. "We have been facing a lot of challenges and the progress has been very slow," Lungu told AFP on Wednesday. The retired professional boxer has long advocated the legalisation of cannabis and launched his own brand of weed products last month. But his potential appointment has raised controversy, with a Malawian think-tank accusing the government of seeking to collaborate with a "sex offender". Tyson, 55, was found guilty in 1992 of raping an 18-year-old woman. He was sentenced to six years' prison and four years' probation. He was released in 1995. IN PICS: Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing: From street kid to superstar, here's a look at his career In a statement, the Centre for Public Accountability said it failed to "comprehend why Malawi would want to have a convicted rapist as its brand ambassador" amid government efforts to curb violence against women. Lungu dismissed their concern, saying that Tyson was released on parole for good behaviour and had not committed any other crimes.

Malawi asks boxing star Mike Tyson to become official ambassador for country's cannabis industry

Two Amazon executives in India have been booked in connection with the alleged smuggling of marijuana through the e-commerce platform, police said.

Action against the executives comes days after the arrest of two people on November 13 who were involved in the smuggling of cannabis. Around 20 kilograms of cannabis were confiscated from them at that time.

During a probe, the police found that the accused, who were arrested from Bhind town in India’s central Madhya Pradesh state, sold marijuana through the e-commerce service.

It has been claimed that 1,000 kg of marijuana, worth roughly $148,000 (around 10 million Indian rupees) was sold through the online platform, so far.

Explaining their modus operandi, police said the accused —Bijendra Singh Tomar and Suraj Paviaya—were smuggling cannabis, tagged as ‘curry leaves’, from southern Andhra Pradesh state and delivering it through the e-commerce service to other cities like Bhopal, Gwalior, Kota and Agra.

Following the arrest, the Amazon officials were booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, for providing contradictory answers and documents in response to the police questions.

Madhya Pradesh police had earlier issued a 20-point notice to Amazon as part of their investigation into the alleged smuggling of marijuana.

Earlier, Madhya Pradesh home minister Narottam Mishra&nbsp;called&nbsp;the online delivery of drugs a matter of "great concern".

“There are no guidelines for online businesses. We'll make guidelines for the state. Amazon was called but they're not cooperating. We will bring them. I appeal to Amazon's MD-CEO to cooperate or else we'll initiate action,” he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Two Amazon executives in India have been booked in connection with the alleged smuggling of marijuana through the e-commerce platform, police said. Action against the executives comes days after the arrest of two people on November 13 who were involved in the smuggling of cannabis.

Two Amazon executives in India have been booked in connection with the alleged smuggling of marijuana through the e-commerce platform, police said. Action against the executives comes days after the arrest of two people on November 13 who were involved in the smuggling of cannabis. Around 20 kilograms of cannabis were confiscated from them at that time. During a probe, the police found that the accused, who were arrested from Bhind town in India’s central Madhya Pradesh state, sold marijuana through the e-commerce service. It has been claimed that 1,000 kg of marijuana, worth roughly $148,000 (around 10 million Indian rupees) was sold through the online platform, so far. Explaining their modus operandi, police said the accused —Bijendra Singh Tomar and Suraj Paviaya—were smuggling cannabis, tagged as ‘curry leaves’, from southern Andhra Pradesh state and delivering it through the e-commerce service to other cities like Bhopal, Gwalior, Kota and Agra. Following the arrest, the Amazon officials were booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, for providing contradictory answers and documents in response to the police questions. Madhya Pradesh police had earlier issued a 20-point notice to Amazon as part of their investigation into the alleged smuggling of marijuana. Earlier, Madhya Pradesh home minister Narottam Mishra called the online delivery of drugs a matter of "great concern". “There are no guidelines for online businesses. We'll make guidelines for the state. Amazon was called but they're not cooperating. We will bring them. I appeal to Amazon's MD-CEO to cooperate or else we'll initiate action,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Two Amazon executives charged over online delivery of marijuana in India’s Madhya Pradesh

In a bid to bring fundamental changes in country’s approach towards recreational drugs, Luxembourg has become the first country in Europe to legalise growing and consuming cannabis.<o:p></o:p>

The country’s government announced on Friday that from now on, people aged 18 and above will be allowed to grow a maximum of four cannabis plants per household. <o:p></o:p>

Locals will have to use their household boundary — indoors, outdoors, balcony, terrace or garden — to grow cannabis at home. Nobody will be permitted to grow the recreational drug in public spaces.

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In addition to this, consumption of 3 grams of cannabis will now not be deemed as a criminal offence but will be charged as a misdemeanour with a fine of €25 for possession. "Above three grams, nothing changes, you will be considered a dealer,"&nbsp;Justice minister Sam Tamson said. "Nothing changes for car drivers either: there is still zero tolerance."<o:p></o:p>

People can purchase seeds in shops, in addition to importing them or purchasing them online.&nbsp;However, selling grown plants has not been permitted yet. In addition to this, a large-scale production chain and state-regulation distribution channels have also not been allowed yet as the plans are yet to be curated and reviewed.<o:p></o:p>

This step has been taken to ensure that a fundamental change can be brought in the country’s approach towards the usage of recreational drugs. The government had tried to prohibit the usage of the drug in the past, but had failed to control it. However, the government is hoping this can bring a change of perspective and citizens will now use it in appropriate manner.<o:p></o:p>

"We thought we had to act, we have an issue with drugs and cannabis is the drug that is most used and is a large part of the illegal market," Tamson said. "We want to start by allowing people to grow it at home. The idea is that a consumer is not in an illegal situation if he consumes cannabis and that we don’t support the whole illegal chain from production to transportation to selling where there is a lot of misery attached. We want to do everything we can to get more and more away from the illegal black market."<o:p></o:p>

In a bid to bring fundamental changes in country’s approach towards recreational drugs, Luxembourg has become the first country in Europe to legalise growing and consuming cannabis.

In a bid to bring fundamental changes in country’s approach towards recreational drugs, Luxembourg has become the first country in Europe to legalise growing and consuming cannabis. The country’s government announced on Friday that from now on, people aged 18 and above will be allowed to grow a maximum of four cannabis plants per household. Locals will have to use their household boundary — indoors, outdoors, balcony, terrace or garden — to grow cannabis at home. Nobody will be permitted to grow the recreational drug in public spaces. Also read | Marijuana: Magic plant or menacing drug, legal or illegal? It's a 'highly' complex issue In addition to this, consumption of 3 grams of cannabis will now not be deemed as a criminal offence but will be charged as a misdemeanour with a fine of €25 for possession. "Above three grams, nothing changes, you will be considered a dealer," Justice minister Sam Tamson said. "Nothing changes for car drivers either: there is still zero tolerance." People can purchase seeds in shops, in addition to importing them or purchasing them online. However, selling grown plants has not been permitted yet. In addition to this, a large-scale production chain and state-regulation distribution channels have also not been allowed yet as the plans are yet to be curated and reviewed. This step has been taken to ensure that a fundamental change can be brought in the country’s approach towards the usage of recreational drugs. The government had tried to prohibit the usage of the drug in the past, but had failed to control it. However, the government is hoping this can bring a change of perspective and citizens will now use it in appropriate manner. "We thought we had to act, we have an issue with drugs and cannabis is the drug that is most used and is a large part of the illegal market," Tamson said. "We want to start by allowing people to grow it at home. The idea is that a consumer is not in an illegal situation if he consumes cannabis and that we don’t support the whole illegal chain from production to transportation to selling where there is a lot of misery attached. We want to do everything we can to get more and more away from the illegal black market."

Luxembourg becomes first European country to legalise cannabis

On Tuesday, Singapore's highest court denied an appeal against a man's conviction and death sentence for allegedly smuggling cannabis weighing at least 2.2 pounds into the city-state from neighbouring Malaysia.

Omar Yacob Bamadhaj, 41, was detained in 2018 during a routine border checkpoint encounter when officials discovered three bundles of the narcotic in his car.

He was tried and condemned to death by hanging in February.

A court heard that his father, who was also in the car, was unaware of the narcotics and was not charged with any crime.&nbsp;

Omar's defence at trial was that he had no idea what the bundles were at the time.

He stated that his friends, Din and Latif, had put the packages in his luggage without his knowledge.

Singapore maintains a zero-tolerance stance on illegal narcotics and has executed hundreds of individuals, including dozens of foreign citizens, for drug charges in recent decades.&nbsp;

Another Singaporean was condemned to death by hanging in a narcotics case only last year—via Zoom call.

Singaporeans appear to believe that the country's harsh regulations make it one of the safest in the world.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

On Tuesday, Singapore's highest court denied an appeal against a man's conviction and death sentence for allegedly smuggling cannabis weighing at least 2.2 pounds into the city-state from neighbouring Malaysia.

On Tuesday, Singapore's highest court denied an appeal against a man's conviction and death sentence for allegedly smuggling cannabis weighing at least 2.2 pounds into the city-state from neighbouring Malaysia. Omar Yacob Bamadhaj, 41, was detained in 2018 during a routine border checkpoint encounter when officials discovered three bundles of the narcotic in his car. He was tried and condemned to death by hanging in February. A court heard that his father, who was also in the car, was unaware of the narcotics and was not charged with any crime. Omar's defence at trial was that he had no idea what the bundles were at the time. He stated that his friends, Din and Latif, had put the packages in his luggage without his knowledge. Singapore maintains a zero-tolerance stance on illegal narcotics and has executed hundreds of individuals, including dozens of foreign citizens, for drug charges in recent decades. Another Singaporean was condemned to death by hanging in a narcotics case only last year—via Zoom call. Singaporeans appear to believe that the country's harsh regulations make it one of the safest in the world. (With inputs from agencies)

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Sir Paul McCartney may have all the protection in the world, but even he needs to keep his valuable hemp hidden from local youngsters who like to grab it.

The Beatles icon has revealed that he is cultivating hemp on his own farm in Peasmarsh, near Rye, on his huge estate.

At his house in Peasmarsh in Rye, the 79-year-old Beatles legend began growing hemp, barley, rye, and pea beans. 
 
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Hemp is a plant that comes from the same species as cannabis and is allowed to cultivate in the UK with a licence.

Hemp, on the other hand, contains very low amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol compared to cannabis (THC).&nbsp;

Hemp is a plant that belongs to the same family as cannabis.

Hemp, on the other hand, has significantly lower amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which affects cannabis users.

Cloth, cosmetics, rope, printer's ink, wood preservative, detergents, soaps, and lighting oil are all made from hemp.&nbsp;

Sir Paul, who has been a vegetarian for decades, converted his farm to organic status 20 years ago and confesses that producing his own food and crops gives him a lot of joy.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Sir Paul McCartney may have all the protection in the world, but even he needs to keep his valuable hemp hidden from local youngsters who like to grab it. The Beatles icon has revealed that he is cultivating hemp on his own farm in Peasmarsh, near Rye, on his huge estate.

Sir Paul McCartney may have all the protection in the world, but even he needs to keep his valuable hemp hidden from local youngsters who like to grab it. The Beatles icon has revealed that he is cultivating hemp on his own farm in Peasmarsh, near Rye, on his huge estate. At his house in Peasmarsh in Rye, the 79-year-old Beatles legend began growing hemp, barley, rye, and pea beans. Also read | Justin Bieber announces a new cannabis line, names it 'Peaches' Hemp is a plant that comes from the same species as cannabis and is allowed to cultivate in the UK with a licence. Hemp, on the other hand, contains very low amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol compared to cannabis (THC). Hemp is a plant that belongs to the same family as cannabis. Hemp, on the other hand, has significantly lower amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which affects cannabis users. Cloth, cosmetics, rope, printer's ink, wood preservative, detergents, soaps, and lighting oil are all made from hemp. Sir Paul, who has been a vegetarian for decades, converted his farm to organic status 20 years ago and confesses that producing his own food and crops gives him a lot of joy. (With inputs from agencies)

Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney reveals he’s growing hemp on his farm

Surrounded by barbed wire and an electric fence, marijuana plants flourish under the bright sun on a farm in a mountainous area outside Rio de Janeiro.

But this farm has nothing to do with drug trafficking. It belongs, in fact, to a pioneering Brazilian NGO engaged in the production of medical cannabis to help patients with seizures.

Margarete Brito, a lawyer by training, first started growing cannabis several years ago to relieve the seizures of her daughter Sofia, now 12, who is suffering from epilepsy.

After seeing her condition improve, Brito decided to help other patients too. So she founded the Medical Cannabis Research and Patient Support Association, or Apepi, that produces artisanal therapeutic oils made from cannabis to help patients with conditions similar to her daughter's.

That work has required a lot of effort, since growing marijuana remains illegal in Brazil.

"If we follow the letter of the law, nothing authorizes us to do that," Brito told AFP.

But she and her husband, Marcos Langenbach, were able to obtain an unprecedented judicial authorization to cultivate cannabis for medical purposes in 2016.

Today, their farm -- about two hours by car from the Brazilian capital -- has 2,000 plants growing there to help patients with severe autism, multiple sclerosis and epilepsy.

And despite initial suspicion and pushback from some, Brito says the endeavour enjoys support in Brazil.

"We have real social legitimacy. That's what protects us," Brito said.

<h3>'People have prejudices'</h3>

On a recent visit to the farm, which is protected by an electric fence and barbed wire, agricultural engineer Diogo Fonseca made his way among marijuana plants growing in large black pots and marked with the names of their different varieties: Purple Wreck, Schanti, Doctor, Harle Tsu, Solar, CBG.

hese plants are used to produce therapeutic oils that meet the individual needs of each patient, depending on whether they require a higher or lower dose of cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychotropic substance with a relaxing effect.

Using a pocket microscope, the Fonseca examines each plant to assess the ideal time to pick.

In April, armed police with sniffer dogs raided the farm, after a person who had worked on renovating its laboratory reported Apepi to the authorities.

"A lot of people have prejudices," Brito said. "We explain how our project works to everyone, but this person believed that we were drug traffickers and informed against us," said Manoel Caetano, the farm's manager.

The police eventually realized the farm was a medical cannabis plantation, apologized and left, according to Brito.

<h3>More accessible&nbsp;</h3>

Apepi has forged partnerships with respected scientific institutions, such as the Fiocruz Foundation and the University of Campinas. And it has grown has fivefold over the past two years and now counts 1,500 members.

Among them is Gabriel Guerra, 19, who suffers from a severe form of autism and cerebral palsy. When he was eight, he would have 60 seizures a day. "But when he started to take the custom oil" -- a few drops three times a day -- "the attacks stopped. He started to have more independence, looking for ways to communicate," explained his father Ricardo Guerra.

Thanks to Apepi, the products have become much more accessible to patients: 150 reais ($28) for a 30 ml bottle, while imported products can cost anywhere from 600 to 3,000 reais ($113 to $565).

Apepi is now awaiting a court decision which they hope would allow the farm to increase its production to 10,000 plants starting next year.

But the group is not very optimistic about the prospect of legalization of medical cannabis any time soon -- President Jair Bolsonaro has already indicated that he would veto a bill being debated in Congress.

Surrounded by barbed wire and an electric fence, marijuana plants flourish under the bright sun on a farm in a mountainous area outside Rio de Janeiro. But this farm has nothing to do with drug trafficking.

Surrounded by barbed wire and an electric fence, marijuana plants flourish under the bright sun on a farm in a mountainous area outside Rio de Janeiro. But this farm has nothing to do with drug trafficking. It belongs, in fact, to a pioneering Brazilian NGO engaged in the production of medical cannabis to help patients with seizures. Margarete Brito, a lawyer by training, first started growing cannabis several years ago to relieve the seizures of her daughter Sofia, now 12, who is suffering from epilepsy. After seeing her condition improve, Brito decided to help other patients too. So she founded the Medical Cannabis Research and Patient Support Association, or Apepi, that produces artisanal therapeutic oils made from cannabis to help patients with conditions similar to her daughter's. That work has required a lot of effort, since growing marijuana remains illegal in Brazil. "If we follow the letter of the law, nothing authorizes us to do that," Brito told AFP. But she and her husband, Marcos Langenbach, were able to obtain an unprecedented judicial authorization to cultivate cannabis for medical purposes in 2016. Today, their farm -- about two hours by car from the Brazilian capital -- has 2,000 plants growing there to help patients with severe autism, multiple sclerosis and epilepsy. And despite initial suspicion and pushback from some, Brito says the endeavour enjoys support in Brazil. "We have real social legitimacy. That's what protects us," Brito said. 'People have prejudices' On a recent visit to the farm, which is protected by an electric fence and barbed wire, agricultural engineer Diogo Fonseca made his way among marijuana plants growing in large black pots and marked with the names of their different varieties: Purple Wreck, Schanti, Doctor, Harle Tsu, Solar, CBG. hese plants are used to produce therapeutic oils that meet the individual needs of each patient, depending on whether they require a higher or lower dose of cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychotropic substance with a relaxing effect. Using a pocket microscope, the Fonseca examines each plant to assess the ideal time to pick. In April, armed police with sniffer dogs raided the farm, after a person who had worked on renovating its laboratory reported Apepi to the authorities. "A lot of people have prejudices," Brito said. "We explain how our project works to everyone, but this person believed that we were drug traffickers and informed against us," said Manoel Caetano, the farm's manager. The police eventually realized the farm was a medical cannabis plantation, apologized and left, according to Brito. More accessible Apepi has forged partnerships with respected scientific institutions, such as the Fiocruz Foundation and the University of Campinas. And it has grown has fivefold over the past two years and now counts 1,500 members. Among them is Gabriel Guerra, 19, who suffers from a severe form of autism and cerebral palsy. When he was eight, he would have 60 seizures a day. "But when he started to take the custom oil" -- a few drops three times a day -- "the attacks stopped. He started to have more independence, looking for ways to communicate," explained his father Ricardo Guerra. Thanks to Apepi, the products have become much more accessible to patients: 150 reais ($28) for a 30 ml bottle, while imported products can cost anywhere from 600 to 3,000 reais ($113 to $565). Apepi is now awaiting a court decision which they hope would allow the farm to increase its production to 10,000 plants starting next year. But the group is not very optimistic about the prospect of legalization of medical cannabis any time soon -- President Jair Bolsonaro has already indicated that he would veto a bill being debated in Congress.

In Brazil, an NGO grows medical cannabis to help patients

Italy is set to legalise small-scale cultivation of cannabis. A reform to that effect was passed by justice committee of the lower house of the Italian parliament on Wednesday.

The reform seeks to decriminalise growth of up to four female cannabis plants at home. The reform also seeks to increase punishment for trafficking and dealing cannabis. The punishment has been raised from up to six years to 10 years.

The reform was put forward by Italian PM Riccardo Magi. If the reform goes all the way through, it will make Italy one of first European countries to decriminalise domestic cultivation of Cannabis.

The reform has come two years after Italy's supreme court ruled that small scale cultivation of cannabis was legal. The landmark ruling came in 2019.

In UK, cannabis cultivation remains illegal. In 2018, medicinal cannabis was legalised in UK. Some British MPs have backed a move similar to Italy towards decriminalisation.

In United States, cannabis has been legalised in third of the states. Connecticut, New Mexico and Virginia have been the latest to join the list.

Italy is set to legalise small-scale cultivation of cannabis. A reform to that effect was passed by justice committee of the lower house of the Italian parliament on Wednesday.

Italy is set to legalise small-scale cultivation of cannabis. A reform to that effect was passed by justice committee of the lower house of the Italian parliament on Wednesday. The reform seeks to decriminalise growth of up to four female cannabis plants at home. The reform also seeks to increase punishment for trafficking and dealing cannabis. The punishment has been raised from up to six years to 10 years. The reform was put forward by Italian PM Riccardo Magi. If the reform goes all the way through, it will make Italy one of first European countries to decriminalise domestic cultivation of Cannabis. The reform has come two years after Italy's supreme court ruled that small scale cultivation of cannabis was legal. The landmark ruling came in 2019. In UK, cannabis cultivation remains illegal. In 2018, medicinal cannabis was legalised in UK. Some British MPs have backed a move similar to Italy towards decriminalisation. In United States, cannabis has been legalised in third of the states. Connecticut, New Mexico and Virginia have been the latest to join the list.

Italy set to legalise home cultivation of cannabis

A research study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal has claimed that adults under 45 years old who consumed cannabis within the last 30 days suffered from nearly double the number of heart attacks than the adults who didn’t smoke up.

The research, published by Canadian Medical Association Journal, raises eyebrows of many as there has been a movement across the world, including the US&nbsp;and Canada, to legalise the use, distribution and production of cannabis for personal use.

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The research notes, “With cannabis use on the rise, thanks in part to the pandemic, and legalization across the US continuing, its potential health risks have become an important area of research.”

The researchers also discovered that consuming cannabis in other ways was also linked to an elevated risk of heart attacks.

“Additionally, this association was consistent across different forms of cannabis consumption, including smoking, vaporization, and other methods such as edibles," study co-author Dr Karim Ladha, clinician-scientist and staff anesthesiologist at St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto in Canada, said in a statement.

"This suggests that no method of consumption is safer than another in this regard,” he said.

The researchers analysed health data from over 33,000 adults ages 18 to 44 who were part of the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention surveys in 2017 and 2018.

Of the 17 per cent of adults who reported using cannabis within the previous month, 1.3 per cent later had a heart attack while only 0.8per cent of non-cannabis users reported the same.

“Some people assume that consuming cannabis is safe and can’t harm your body, but that is incorrect," Ladha later told CNN.

“There’s increasing evidence that this could potentially be harmful to you, both in the short term and the long term,” he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

A research study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal has claimed that adults under 45 years old who consumed cannabis within the last 30 days suffered from nearly double the number of heart attacks than the adults who didn’t smoke up.

A research study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal has claimed that adults under 45 years old who consumed cannabis within the last 30 days suffered from nearly double the number of heart attacks than the adults who didn’t smoke up. The research, published by Canadian Medical Association Journal, raises eyebrows of many as there has been a movement across the world, including the US and Canada, to legalise the use, distribution and production of cannabis for personal use. Also read | Colombia authorises export of dried cannabis flowers The research notes, “With cannabis use on the rise, thanks in part to the pandemic, and legalization across the US continuing, its potential health risks have become an important area of research.” The researchers also discovered that consuming cannabis in other ways was also linked to an elevated risk of heart attacks. “Additionally, this association was consistent across different forms of cannabis consumption, including smoking, vaporization, and other methods such as edibles," study co-author Dr Karim Ladha, clinician-scientist and staff anesthesiologist at St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto in Canada, said in a statement. "This suggests that no method of consumption is safer than another in this regard,” he said. The researchers analysed health data from over 33,000 adults ages 18 to 44 who were part of the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention surveys in 2017 and 2018. Of the 17 per cent of adults who reported using cannabis within the previous month, 1.3 per cent later had a heart attack while only 0.8per cent of non-cannabis users reported the same. “Some people assume that consuming cannabis is safe and can’t harm your body, but that is incorrect," Ladha later told CNN. “There’s increasing evidence that this could potentially be harmful to you, both in the short term and the long term,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Smoking cannabis could double risk of heart attack, claims study

Cancer charities and the NHS in the UK are looking forward to investigating whether a cannabis-based mouth spray can treat brain tumours and help the patients.

The drug, already used in treating multiple sclerosis, was found to be tolerable in combination with chemotherapy, with the potential to extend survival, in phase I trial in glioblastomas earlier this year.

"The new three-year phase II trial (ARISTOCRAT), funded by The Brain Tumour Charity and co-ordinated by the Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit at the University of Birmingham, is due to begin recruiting more than 230 patients across all UK nations in early 2022, subject to sufficient funds being raised", read the news release by Leeds University.&nbsp;

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Professor Susan Short, the principle investigator on the new trial and Professor of Clinical Oncology and Neuro-Oncology at Leeds said, "The treatment of glioblastomas remains extremely challenging. Even with surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, nearly all of these brain tumours re-grow within a year, and unfortunately there are very few options for patients once this occurs".

She added, “Glioblastoma brain tumours have been shown to have receptors to cannabinoids on their cell surfaces, and laboratory studies on glioblastoma cells have shown these drugs may slow tumour growth and work particularly well when used with temozolomide".

Cancer charities and the NHS in the UK are looking forward to investigating whether a cannabis-based mouth spray can treat brain tumours and help the patients. The drug, already used in treating multiple sclerosis, was found to be tolerable in combination with chemotherapy, with the potential to extend survival, in phase I trial in glioblastomas earlier this year.

Cancer charities and the NHS in the UK are looking forward to investigating whether a cannabis-based mouth spray can treat brain tumours and help the patients. The drug, already used in treating multiple sclerosis, was found to be tolerable in combination with chemotherapy, with the potential to extend survival, in phase I trial in glioblastomas earlier this year. "The new three-year phase II trial (ARISTOCRAT), funded by The Brain Tumour Charity and co-ordinated by the Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit at the University of Birmingham, is due to begin recruiting more than 230 patients across all UK nations in early 2022, subject to sufficient funds being raised", read the news release by Leeds University. Also read | Reforestation might threaten global security, warns Oxfam Professor Susan Short, the principle investigator on the new trial and Professor of Clinical Oncology and Neuro-Oncology at Leeds said, "The treatment of glioblastomas remains extremely challenging. Even with surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, nearly all of these brain tumours re-grow within a year, and unfortunately there are very few options for patients once this occurs". She added, “Glioblastoma brain tumours have been shown to have receptors to cannabinoids on their cell surfaces, and laboratory studies on glioblastoma cells have shown these drugs may slow tumour growth and work particularly well when used with temozolomide".

Researchers to test if cannabis-based mouth spray can treat brain tumours

As it tries to move away from selling traditional cigarettes, a giant tobacco company in the UK says cannabis will be a part of its future.

In an effort to accelerate its transformation, British American Tobacco says it will reduce the negative health effects associated with its products.

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In March, BAT acquired a 19.9 per cent stake in Canada-based medical marijuana manufacturer Organigram.

Additionally, the company signed a deal to research cannabidiol (CBD)-based adult cannabis products.

In analysing the future of BAT's portfolio, Jack Bowles, boss of the company, said the company is eyeing other markets beyond nicotine products as an additional wave of growth.

Bowles believes cannabis-related products will be part of the company's future growth. The company is currently testing a trial of a CBD vape product in Manchester.

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He added that despite the fact that CBD vaping is part of the future, the immediate challenge is to present alternatives for smoking and nicotine to reduce harm.

The tobacco giant's half-year results to the end of June saw revenue rise 8.1 per cent to £12,18billion.

Vuse, Velo, and Glo contribute more than a third of the company's revenues in the UK.

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Non-combustible product users —&nbsp;including vapes — grew by 2.6 million from 16.1 million, making it the company's largest gain in new customers.

After the end of coronavirus lockdowns, some countries were able to resume cigarette sales following a ban. BAT reported that cigarette sales have recovered in some developing nations since the end of the lockdowns.

In markets such as Brazil, Turkey and Pakistan, sales of brands such as Dunhill, Kent, Lucky Strike and Rothmans increased in the first half of the year.

However, combustibles revenue, which includes cigarettes and heated tobacco products, has fallen three per cent to £10.5bn, the company reported.

As it tries to move away from selling traditional cigarettes, a giant tobacco company in the UK says cannabis will be a part of its future. In an effort to accelerate its transformation, British American Tobacco says it will reduce the negative health effects associated with its products.

As it tries to move away from selling traditional cigarettes, a giant tobacco company in the UK says cannabis will be a part of its future. In an effort to accelerate its transformation, British American Tobacco says it will reduce the negative health effects associated with its products. Also read | Cannabis may have originated in China: Study In March, BAT acquired a 19.9 per cent stake in Canada-based medical marijuana manufacturer Organigram. Additionally, the company signed a deal to research cannabidiol (CBD)-based adult cannabis products. In analysing the future of BAT's portfolio, Jack Bowles, boss of the company, said the company is eyeing other markets beyond nicotine products as an additional wave of growth. Bowles believes cannabis-related products will be part of the company's future growth. The company is currently testing a trial of a CBD vape product in Manchester. Also read | Colombia authorises export of dried cannabis flowers He added that despite the fact that CBD vaping is part of the future, the immediate challenge is to present alternatives for smoking and nicotine to reduce harm. The tobacco giant's half-year results to the end of June saw revenue rise 8.1 per cent to £12,18billion. Vuse, Velo, and Glo contribute more than a third of the company's revenues in the UK. Also read | Urgent action required on vaping videos on TikTok: Study Non-combustible product users — including vapes — grew by 2.6 million from 16.1 million, making it the company's largest gain in new customers. After the end of coronavirus lockdowns, some countries were able to resume cigarette sales following a ban. BAT reported that cigarette sales have recovered in some developing nations since the end of the lockdowns. In markets such as Brazil, Turkey and Pakistan, sales of brands such as Dunhill, Kent, Lucky Strike and Rothmans increased in the first half of the year. However, combustibles revenue, which includes cigarettes and heated tobacco products, has fallen three per cent to £10.5bn, the company reported.

Tobacco giant eyes cannabis, says it's the future

Colombia gave the green light Friday to export dried cannabis flowers for use in medical products in addition to allowing manufacturers to produce goods such as textiles or food containing the plant.

In a bold embrace of a booming global market, President Ivan Duque signed a decree ending "the ban on the export of dried flower" in an event organised at Clever Leaves, one of the 18 multinationals that grows medicinal cannabis in Colombia.&nbsp;

Colombia "is coming in as a major player in the international market" for cannabis, Duque said.

Colombia, the world's top producer of cocaine and which has major cannabis production, legalised the production of medical marijuana in 2016.&nbsp;

Until now, however, it was only allowed to export extracts of the plant, not its flowers.

Authorities had feared that exportation of the flowers would allow them to be diverted to the illegal side of the trade.

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In a letter sent to Duque on July 14, the cannabis cultivation company Canamonte argued that a rule against exportation of the flowers prevented growers from "accessing the largest and most profitable market segment of the medical cannabis industry."&nbsp;

Flowers, which concentrate the plant's medicinal and psychoactive compounds, "may represent 53 percent of this market worldwide," according to Duque.&nbsp;

The new authorisation also allows for the manufacture of "non-psychoactive derivatives" from the plant.&nbsp;

"We are no longer only in pharmaceutical use. We are opening the space to do much more in cosmetics... food and beverages" and even textiles, the president said.&nbsp;

Fabian Currea, Canamonte's director of cultivation, told AFP that ending the ban on exporting flowers "gives us the chance to explore new markets" and take advantage of the plant's low production costs in Colombia.&nbsp;

The rule also "helps control the informal market for fraudulent products" based on marijuana that has had a recent boom in Colombia, Currea said.&nbsp;

The government estimates that by 2024 the medical cannabis business could become a $64 billion industry.&nbsp;

Other countries in the region such as Uruguay, Ecuador and Peru have also legalized the production of marijuana for medicinal purposes.&nbsp;

Colombia gave the green light Friday to export dried cannabis flowers for use in medical products in addition to allowing manufacturers to produce goods such as textiles or food containing the plant.

Colombia gave the green light Friday to export dried cannabis flowers for use in medical products in addition to allowing manufacturers to produce goods such as textiles or food containing the plant. In a bold embrace of a booming global market, President Ivan Duque signed a decree ending "the ban on the export of dried flower" in an event organised at Clever Leaves, one of the 18 multinationals that grows medicinal cannabis in Colombia. Colombia "is coming in as a major player in the international market" for cannabis, Duque said. Colombia, the world's top producer of cocaine and which has major cannabis production, legalised the production of medical marijuana in 2016. Until now, however, it was only allowed to export extracts of the plant, not its flowers. Authorities had feared that exportation of the flowers would allow them to be diverted to the illegal side of the trade. Also read | Colombia arrests 10 over attacks on Duque's helicopter, military base In a letter sent to Duque on July 14, the cannabis cultivation company Canamonte argued that a rule against exportation of the flowers prevented growers from "accessing the largest and most profitable market segment of the medical cannabis industry." Flowers, which concentrate the plant's medicinal and psychoactive compounds, "may represent 53 percent of this market worldwide," according to Duque. The new authorisation also allows for the manufacture of "non-psychoactive derivatives" from the plant. "We are no longer only in pharmaceutical use. We are opening the space to do much more in cosmetics... food and beverages" and even textiles, the president said. Fabian Currea, Canamonte's director of cultivation, told AFP that ending the ban on exporting flowers "gives us the chance to explore new markets" and take advantage of the plant's low production costs in Colombia. The rule also "helps control the informal market for fraudulent products" based on marijuana that has had a recent boom in Colombia, Currea said. The government estimates that by 2024 the medical cannabis business could become a $64 billion industry. Other countries in the region such as Uruguay, Ecuador and Peru have also legalized the production of marijuana for medicinal purposes.

Colombia authorises export of dried cannabis flowers

According to a study, the earliest roots of cannabis may have been stemmed from northwestern China and not South Asia as it was commonly believed earlier.&nbsp;

The cannabis sativa species is likely to be emerged in the region during Neolithic era (10,000-3,000 BC), the researchers said on Friday in a news release by the journal ‘Science Advances’, where the study was published. The 'much beloved and maligned plant' is widely used as a recreational drug. &nbsp;

One of the first plants domesticated by humans, cannabis has a long history of being utilised in textiles, food, etc, the study said. Nowadays, several nations are mulling over legalising marijuana use. &nbsp;&nbsp;

A team led by researchers in Switzerland and China compiled around 110 whole genomes in order to trace the origins of cannabis. It covered a spectrum of different wild-growing feral plants, domesticated varieties and modern hybrids of hemp and psychoactive forms of the plant with higher levels of the compound Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a recent study from the US National Institutes of Health has found that cannabis is linked with a higher probability of youngsters thinking about suicide.&nbsp;

The study published in the journal JAMA Network Open on Tuesday collected data of more than 281,000 people aged 18 to 34. These participants answered questions related to cannabis use or disorder, major depressive episodes and suicidality, which include suicidal ideation, plans or attempts in the last year.&nbsp;

Participants who have been unable to control cannabis use, used cannabis for a longer period than thought, and stopped important tasks because of cannabis, among others are kept under the category of cannabis use disorder.&nbsp;

In fact, people who claimed they didn't consume cannabis every day, or fewer than 300 days per year, "were more likely to have suicidal ideation and to plan or attempt suicide than those who did not use the drug at all," the researchers noted.&nbsp;

According to a study, the earliest roots of cannabis may have been stemmed from northwestern China and not South Asia as it was commonly believed earlier. The cannabis sativa species is likely to be emerged in the region during Neolithic era (10,000-3,000 BC), the researchers said on Friday in a news release by the journal ‘Science Advances’, where the study was published.

According to a study, the earliest roots of cannabis may have been stemmed from northwestern China and not South Asia as it was commonly believed earlier. The cannabis sativa species is likely to be emerged in the region during Neolithic era (10,000-3,000 BC), the researchers said on Friday in a news release by the journal ‘Science Advances’, where the study was published. The 'much beloved and maligned plant' is widely used as a recreational drug. One of the first plants domesticated by humans, cannabis has a long history of being utilised in textiles, food, etc, the study said. Nowadays, several nations are mulling over legalising marijuana use. A team led by researchers in Switzerland and China compiled around 110 whole genomes in order to trace the origins of cannabis. It covered a spectrum of different wild-growing feral plants, domesticated varieties and modern hybrids of hemp and psychoactive forms of the plant with higher levels of the compound Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Meanwhile, a recent study from the US National Institutes of Health has found that cannabis is linked with a higher probability of youngsters thinking about suicide. The study published in the journal JAMA Network Open on Tuesday collected data of more than 281,000 people aged 18 to 34. These participants answered questions related to cannabis use or disorder, major depressive episodes and suicidality, which include suicidal ideation, plans or attempts in the last year. Participants who have been unable to control cannabis use, used cannabis for a longer period than thought, and stopped important tasks because of cannabis, among others are kept under the category of cannabis use disorder. In fact, people who claimed they didn't consume cannabis every day, or fewer than 300 days per year, "were more likely to have suicidal ideation and to plan or attempt suicide than those who did not use the drug at all," the researchers noted.

Cannabis may have originated in China: Study  

Stoners in Mexico could soon be able to relish marijuana in peace after country’s top court urged Congress to legalise its recreational use.

Mexico’s Supreme Court on Monday ordered the government to issue permits facilitating the limited growth of marijuana in the country after the Congress missed multiple opportunities to approve a legalisation law.&nbsp;Eight of the 11 judges backed the decision declaring the drug's prohibition under the health law to be unconstitutional.

Once active, the country would move a step closer to creating one of the world’s largest legal markets for the misunderstood plant.

The bill to approve legalisation has languished in Mexican Congress after undergoing a few modifications and with this Supreme Court ruling, it could be fast-forwarded.

The law is backed by the current administration of President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, and would mark a major shift in Mexico where drug cartels dictate the trade.

Once completely legalised, a huge market would open up for the US and Canada.

"A historic day for freedoms… The right to free development of the personality is consolidated in the case of recreational or recreational use of marijuana”, Mexican Supreme Court Judge Arturo Zaldivar Lelo de Larrea wrote on Twitter.&nbsp;

Monday’s declaration removes a legal obstacle which prevented the health ministry from authorising activities related to the consumption of marijuana for recreational purposes, as per the court statement.

The ruling marked the final step in a long court procedure aimed at declaring a prohibition on non-medical use of marijuana and its main ingredient THC as unconstitutional.&nbsp;

Marijuana is still not legal in Mexico. The court’s order simply means that anybody seeking permit to consume the plant legally may be allowed to, in addition to&nbsp;growing their own cannabis at home. Naturally, certain restrictions would be put in place.

Activists have urged authorities to only allow recreational use among people aged 18 and above.

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Stoners in Mexico could soon be able to relish marijuana in peace after country’s top court urged Congress to legalise its recreational use. Mexico’s Supreme Court on Monday ordered the government to issue permits facilitating the limited growth of marijuana in the country after the Congress missed multiple opportunities to approve a legalisation law.

Stoners in Mexico could soon be able to relish marijuana in peace after country’s top court urged Congress to legalise its recreational use. Mexico’s Supreme Court on Monday ordered the government to issue permits facilitating the limited growth of marijuana in the country after the Congress missed multiple opportunities to approve a legalisation law. Eight of the 11 judges backed the decision declaring the drug's prohibition under the health law to be unconstitutional. Once active, the country would move a step closer to creating one of the world’s largest legal markets for the misunderstood plant. The bill to approve legalisation has languished in Mexican Congress after undergoing a few modifications and with this Supreme Court ruling, it could be fast-forwarded. The law is backed by the current administration of President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, and would mark a major shift in Mexico where drug cartels dictate the trade. Once completely legalised, a huge market would open up for the US and Canada. "A historic day for freedoms… The right to free development of the personality is consolidated in the case of recreational or recreational use of marijuana”, Mexican Supreme Court Judge Arturo Zaldivar Lelo de Larrea wrote on Twitter. Monday’s declaration removes a legal obstacle which prevented the health ministry from authorising activities related to the consumption of marijuana for recreational purposes, as per the court statement. The ruling marked the final step in a long court procedure aimed at declaring a prohibition on non-medical use of marijuana and its main ingredient THC as unconstitutional. Marijuana is still not legal in Mexico. The court’s order simply means that anybody seeking permit to consume the plant legally may be allowed to, in addition to growing their own cannabis at home. Naturally, certain restrictions would be put in place. Activists have urged authorities to only allow recreational use among people aged 18 and above. Also read: Cannabis use may be linked with suicidal thoughts in adults: Study Also read: UK police accidentally discover Bitcoin mine while searching for cannabis warehouse Also read: Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high

Mexico's top court decriminalises marijuana use, paving pathway for world's largest cannabis market

At a time when several nations are mulling over legalising marijuana use, a new study can make them give it another thought.

A new study from the US National Institutes of Health has found that cannabis is linked with a higher probability of youngsters thinking about suicide.

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The study published in the journal JAMA Network Open on Tuesday collected data of more than 281,000 people aged 18 to 34. These participants answered questions related to cannabis use or disorder, major depressive episodes and suicidality -- which include suicidal ideation, plans or attempts in the last year.

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Participants who have been unable to control cannabis use, used cannabis for a longer period than thought, and stopped important tasks because of cannabis, among others are kept under the category of cannabis use disorder.

In fact, people who claimed they didn't consume cannabis every day -- or fewer than 300 days per year -- "were more likely to have suicidal ideation and to plan or attempt suicide than those who did not use the drug at all," the researchers noted.

At a time when several nations are mulling over legalising marijuana use, a new study can make them give it another thought. A new study from the US National Institutes of Health has found that cannabis is linked with a higher probability of youngsters thinking about suicide.

At a time when several nations are mulling over legalising marijuana use, a new study can make them give it another thought. A new study from the US National Institutes of Health has found that cannabis is linked with a higher probability of youngsters thinking about suicide. Also read | Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high The study published in the journal JAMA Network Open on Tuesday collected data of more than 281,000 people aged 18 to 34. These participants answered questions related to cannabis use or disorder, major depressive episodes and suicidality -- which include suicidal ideation, plans or attempts in the last year. Also read | Young adults vaping cannabis more likely to get Bronchitis, says study Participants who have been unable to control cannabis use, used cannabis for a longer period than thought, and stopped important tasks because of cannabis, among others are kept under the category of cannabis use disorder. In fact, people who claimed they didn't consume cannabis every day -- or fewer than 300 days per year -- "were more likely to have suicidal ideation and to plan or attempt suicide than those who did not use the drug at all," the researchers noted.

Cannabis use may be linked with suicidal thoughts in adults: Study

In today’s weird news, four children have been hospitalised in England’s Epsom, Surrey after ingesting what the police suspect to be cannabis laced sweets. Yes, you read that correctly -&nbsp;the children had weed candy!<o:p></o:p>

The case came to light when the Surrey police responded to a call from&nbsp;ambulance services on Saturday at 2:15 local time.

When they arrived at the scene situated around a shopping street near a local park, they discovered three children - a girl and two boys, projectile vomiting, and falling in &amp; out of consciousness after eating some mysterious sweets.

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All the three victims are&nbsp;12-13 years old. Another boy aged twelve&nbsp;who had also eaten the sweets but displayed none of the symptoms, was also taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure. <o:p></o:p>

Detective Sergeant Lee Marks said, "We are, of course, trying to understand what these sweets are, where they came from and what they contain...These types of products, which may be marketed as ‘cannabis infused’ or ‘THC infused’ are illegal, and therefore unregulated, in the UK. They can appear to be commercial products with professional packaging, but this should not be taken as a sign that they are safe or legal".

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According to a press release by the police, there have previously been similar reports from the area. Earlier the sweet in question was “Jelly apple rings”. The person who had ingested these laced jelly apple rings didn’t have symptoms this bad. <o:p></o:p>

Police are now investigating where the laced sweets came from, who gave these children the sweets and if they were given the sweets at the park.<o:p></o:p>

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In today’s weird news, four children have been hospitalised in England’s Epsom, Surrey after ingesting what the police suspect to be cannabis laced sweets. Yes, you read that correctly - the children had weed candy!

In today’s weird news, four children have been hospitalised in England’s Epsom, Surrey after ingesting what the police suspect to be cannabis laced sweets. Yes, you read that correctly - the children had weed candy! The case came to light when the Surrey police responded to a call from ambulance services on Saturday at 2:15 local time. When they arrived at the scene situated around a shopping street near a local park, they discovered three children - a girl and two boys, projectile vomiting, and falling in & out of consciousness after eating some mysterious sweets. Also read | Virginia governor signs bill to legalise marijuana possession from July 1 All the three victims are 12-13 years old. Another boy aged twelve who had also eaten the sweets but displayed none of the symptoms, was also taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure. Detective Sergeant Lee Marks said, "We are, of course, trying to understand what these sweets are, where they came from and what they contain...These types of products, which may be marketed as ‘cannabis infused’ or ‘THC infused’ are illegal, and therefore unregulated, in the UK. They can appear to be commercial products with professional packaging, but this should not be taken as a sign that they are safe or legal". Also read | 'Giggling bread' and 'dancing salad': Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers According to a press release by the police, there have previously been similar reports from the area. Earlier the sweet in question was “Jelly apple rings”. The person who had ingested these laced jelly apple rings didn’t have symptoms this bad. Police are now investigating where the laced sweets came from, who gave these children the sweets and if they were given the sweets at the park.

England: Children hospitalised after eating cannabis-laced candy

The legal marijuana industry is adding an estimated $2 billion to the economy of the Washington state and generating total tax revenues of more than $883 million, according to a new report.

A report by Washington State University has said that with the innovations and planned nurturing the cannabis industry can grow even more. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-white-house-staffers-fired-over-drugs-marijuana-use-371851">Also read: Five White House staffers fired over drugs, marijuana use</a>

Washington had become the first U.S. state to legalize recreational use of marijuana on December 6, 2012, second in recreational marijuana sales. The state had previously legalized medical marijuana in 1998. Under state law, cannabis is legal for medical purposes and any purpose by adults over 21.

The economic contributions of the cannabis sector are strong and growing. Among the findings of the report, marijuana excise taxes are the fastest-growing component of the Washington state’s general and selective sales tax revenue streams.

Here are the major study findings:

1. In 2020 the Washington cannabis sector contributed $1.85 billion to gross state product.

2. The sector, directly and indirectly, supported nearly 18,700 full-time equivalent jobs.

3. Retail cannabis sales grew 21% between 2019 and 2020 and grew 605% between 2015 and 
2020.

4. Marijuana Excise taxes are the fastest-growing component of the state’s General &amp; Selective Sales Taxes revenues.&nbsp;

The report is the first to detail the positive economic impacts associated with the state’s newest agriculture industry. It was compiled by Washington State University's Impact Center for the Washington State Cannabis Alliance.

(With inputs from agencies)

The legal marijuana industry is adding an estimated $2 billion to the economy of the Washington state and generating total tax revenues of more than $883 million, according to a new report.

The legal marijuana industry is adding an estimated $2 billion to the economy of the Washington state and generating total tax revenues of more than $883 million, according to a new report. A report by Washington State University has said that with the innovations and planned nurturing the cannabis industry can grow even more. Also read: Five White House staffers fired over drugs, marijuana use Washington had become the first U.S. state to legalize recreational use of marijuana on December 6, 2012, second in recreational marijuana sales. The state had previously legalized medical marijuana in 1998. Under state law, cannabis is legal for medical purposes and any purpose by adults over 21. The economic contributions of the cannabis sector are strong and growing. Among the findings of the report, marijuana excise taxes are the fastest-growing component of the Washington state’s general and selective sales tax revenue streams. Here are the major study findings: 1. In 2020 the Washington cannabis sector contributed $1.85 billion to gross state product. 2. The sector, directly and indirectly, supported nearly 18,700 full-time equivalent jobs. 3. Retail cannabis sales grew 21% between 2019 and 2020 and grew 605% between 2015 and 2020. 4. Marijuana Excise taxes are the fastest-growing component of the state’s General & Selective Sales Taxes revenues. The report is the first to detail the positive economic impacts associated with the state’s newest agriculture industry. It was compiled by Washington State University's Impact Center for the Washington State Cannabis Alliance. (With inputs from agencies)

Marijuana adds $2 billion to Washington state economy: Study

Lawmakers in New York state passed a bill to legalise adult use of marijuana on Tuesday,&nbsp;making it the 15th US state to allow recreational use of pot. Governor Andrew Cuomo said that he intends to sign the bill into law.

"New York has a storied history of being the progressive capital of the nation, and this important legislation will once again carry on that legacy," Cuomo said in a statement.

The bill was passed in New York Senate with 40-23 votes. The Assembly had passed it by 100-49. According to the governor’s office, the legalisation could bring in $350 million annually after full implementation.&nbsp;A deal is close to being finalised, as reported by The New York Times earlier.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/science/emissions-from-cannabis-production-are-driving-temperatures-high-369330" hreflang="en">Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high</a>

According to NYT, a large part of this money will be used for “equity” programmes and provide loans, and grants, especially to those who were disproportionately affected by the criminalisation of marijuana. Once passed, the possession of less than three ounces of marijuana will be allowed, and previous offences against people will be dropped.

The new agreement will impose a 13 per cent sales tax on cannabis sales. Out of this, 9 per cent will be meant for state use, while 4 per cent would go to localities.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/giggling-bread-and-dancing-salad-thailand-serves-up-cannabis-cuisine-to-happy-customers-357134" hreflang="en">'Giggling bread' and 'dancing salad': Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers</a>

The Wall Street Journal reported that the state intends to create an “Office of Cannabis Management” to provide licenses.

Those aged 21 and above will be allowed to use marijuana, and delivery of the drug will be allowed. In addition, the state will allow the establishment of cannabis clubs. People will also be allowed to grow their own marijuana with over six plants allowed for personal use.

Lawmakers in New York state passed a bill to legalise adult use of marijuana on Tuesday, making it the 15th US state to allow recreational use of pot. Governor Andrew Cuomo said that he intends to sign the bill into law.

Lawmakers in New York state passed a bill to legalise adult use of marijuana on Tuesday, making it the 15th US state to allow recreational use of pot. Governor Andrew Cuomo said that he intends to sign the bill into law. "New York has a storied history of being the progressive capital of the nation, and this important legislation will once again carry on that legacy," Cuomo said in a statement. The bill was passed in New York Senate with 40-23 votes. The Assembly had passed it by 100-49. According to the governor’s office, the legalisation could bring in $350 million annually after full implementation. A deal is close to being finalised, as reported by The New York Times earlier. Also read: Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high According to NYT, a large part of this money will be used for “equity” programmes and provide loans, and grants, especially to those who were disproportionately affected by the criminalisation of marijuana. Once passed, the possession of less than three ounces of marijuana will be allowed, and previous offences against people will be dropped. The new agreement will impose a 13 per cent sales tax on cannabis sales. Out of this, 9 per cent will be meant for state use, while 4 per cent would go to localities. Also read: 'Giggling bread' and 'dancing salad': Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers The Wall Street Journal reported that the state intends to create an “Office of Cannabis Management” to provide licenses. Those aged 21 and above will be allowed to use marijuana, and delivery of the drug will be allowed. In addition, the state will allow the establishment of cannabis clubs. People will also be allowed to grow their own marijuana with over six plants allowed for personal use.

New York passes bill to legalise marijuana, becoming 15th US state to do so

The US state of New York is close to legalising recreational use of marijuana, after Governor Andrew Cuomo and lawmakers reportedly reached an agreement.

The state legislature is expected to vote on the bill in the near future. If passed, New York will legalise the recreational adult use of cannabis - the 15th American state to do so.

According to the governor’s office, the legalisation could bring in $350 million annually after full implementation.&nbsp;A deal is close to being finalised, as reported by The New York Times on Thursday.&nbsp;

According to NYT, a large part of this money will be used for “equity” programmes and provide loans, and grants, especially to those who were disproportionately affected by the criminalisation of marijuana. Once passed, the possession of less than three ounces of marijuana will be allowed, and previous offences against people will be dropped.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/science/emissions-from-cannabis-production-are-driving-temperatures-high-369330" hreflang="en">Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high</a>

The new agreement will impose a 13 per cent sales tax on cannabis sales. Out of this, 9 per cent will be meant for state use, while 4 per cent would go to localities.

The Wall Street Journal reported that the state intends to create an “Office of Cannabis Management” to provide licenses.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/science/young-adults-vaping-cannabis-more-likely-to-get-bronchitis-says-study-352232" hreflang="en">Young adults vaping cannabis more likely to get Bronchitis, says study</a>

Those aged 21 and above will be allowed to use marijuana, and delivery of the drug will be allowed. In addition, the state will allow the establishment of cannabis clubs. People will also be allowed to grow their own marijuana with over six plants allowed for personal use.

Recently, nearby areas like New Jersey have passed measures to legalise the recreational usage of cannabis for adults.

The US state of New York is close to legalising recreational use of marijuana, after Governor Andrew Cuomo and lawmakers reportedly reached an agreement. The state legislature is expected to vote on the bill in the near future.

The US state of New York is close to legalising recreational use of marijuana, after Governor Andrew Cuomo and lawmakers reportedly reached an agreement. The state legislature is expected to vote on the bill in the near future. If passed, New York will legalise the recreational adult use of cannabis - the 15th American state to do so. According to the governor’s office, the legalisation could bring in $350 million annually after full implementation. A deal is close to being finalised, as reported by The New York Times on Thursday. According to NYT, a large part of this money will be used for “equity” programmes and provide loans, and grants, especially to those who were disproportionately affected by the criminalisation of marijuana. Once passed, the possession of less than three ounces of marijuana will be allowed, and previous offences against people will be dropped. Also read: Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high The new agreement will impose a 13 per cent sales tax on cannabis sales. Out of this, 9 per cent will be meant for state use, while 4 per cent would go to localities. The Wall Street Journal reported that the state intends to create an “Office of Cannabis Management” to provide licenses. Also read: Young adults vaping cannabis more likely to get Bronchitis, says study Those aged 21 and above will be allowed to use marijuana, and delivery of the drug will be allowed. In addition, the state will allow the establishment of cannabis clubs. People will also be allowed to grow their own marijuana with over six plants allowed for personal use. Recently, nearby areas like New Jersey have passed measures to legalise the recreational usage of cannabis for adults.

New York set to legalise marijuana for adult recreational use

The bill was previously passed by the Senate in November, but it will have to be voted on again following changes made in the lower chamber.

Mexico to legalise Marijuana use soon

Mexico's lower house of Congress has voted Wednesday in favour of legalising recreational marijuana use.

A landmark Supreme Court ruling in 2015 opened the door to the recreational use of marijuana in Mexico. But it is still illegal to carry more than five grams (0.18 ounces). The amount would increase to 28 grams under the proposed law.

Up to eight plants would be allowed to be grown at home for personal consumption.

The lower house of Congress, the Chamber of Deputies, Wednesday approved the bill by 316 votes to 129. The law would make Mexico, home to 126 million people, one of just a few countries, including Uruguay and Canada, to legalize cannabis for recreational use.

The legislation, which still needs final approval by the upper house, is partly aimed at curbing drug-related violence that claims thousands of lives each year in the Latin American nation.

"In theory, it will create the largest legal market in the world due to Mexico's production capacity," the director of Mexico United Against Crime, a non-governmental organisation said.

The legislation was already approved by the upper house, the Senate, in November, but it will be sent back for another vote following changes by the lower chamber.

The opposition Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) and conservative National Action Party (PAN) voted against the bill. But they are outnumbered by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador's Morena party and its allies in both chambers, and the legislation looks almost certain to be approved.

Mexico's lower house of Congress has voted Wednesday in favour of legalising recreational marijuana use. A landmark Supreme Court ruling in 2015 opened the door to the recreational use of marijuana in Mexico.

Mexico's lower house of Congress has voted Wednesday in favour of legalising recreational marijuana use. A landmark Supreme Court ruling in 2015 opened the door to the recreational use of marijuana in Mexico. But it is still illegal to carry more than five grams (0.18 ounces). The amount would increase to 28 grams under the proposed law. Up to eight plants would be allowed to be grown at home for personal consumption. The lower house of Congress, the Chamber of Deputies, Wednesday approved the bill by 316 votes to 129. The law would make Mexico, home to 126 million people, one of just a few countries, including Uruguay and Canada, to legalize cannabis for recreational use. The legislation, which still needs final approval by the upper house, is partly aimed at curbing drug-related violence that claims thousands of lives each year in the Latin American nation. "In theory, it will create the largest legal market in the world due to Mexico's production capacity," the director of Mexico United Against Crime, a non-governmental organisation said. The legislation was already approved by the upper house, the Senate, in November, but it will be sent back for another vote following changes by the lower chamber. The opposition Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) and conservative National Action Party (PAN) voted against the bill. But they are outnumbered by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador's Morena party and its allies in both chambers, and the legislation looks almost certain to be approved.

Mexico close to legalising recreational marijuana use

Are you among&nbsp;many who believe in the power of nature’s magic plant - cannabis? Turns out, it may not be magical for the planet.

Indoor production of cannabis is majorly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Even though its environmental consequences depend on where it is grown, it can still cause considerable damage.

According to a new study published in Nature Sustainability titled “The greenhouse gas emissions of indoor cannabis production in the United States”, the light used to grow marijuana indoors consumes a lot of electricity.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/a-modified-strain-of-cannabis-was-recently-able-to-kill-cancer-cells-316647" hreflang="en">A modified strain of cannabis was recently able to kill cancer cells</a>

But that’s the tip of the iceberg, for a lot more energy is consumed to ensure the plans grow in optimum conditions. To attain this, rigorous heating/cooling is required. To also yield a healthy crop, producers pump carbon dioxide into the environment. CO2 alone accounts for 11-25 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions.

But none of this causes as much as harm as another activity. To maintain the correct temperature and humidity, producers to bring in outside air, as ScienceAlert claims. Considered a highly energy laden process, this exchange process causes emissions.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/indonesia-even-with-strict-preventive-laws-in-place-people-are-brewing-cannabis-coffee-279039" hreflang="en">Indonesia: Even with strict preventive laws in place, people are brewing cannabis coffee</a>

But this distribution is not even, at least in the United States. In the Mountain West, Midwest, Alaska, and Hawaii - higher emissions were recorded, as compared to the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, which reported lower emissions. 
 
This is imply owing to milder climates along the coasts, and the usage of clean energy in some areas. In the US, Southern California accounts for the lowest emissions with 64 kg (143 pounds) per ounce of cannabis. Hawaii, on the other hand had the highest emissions at 146 kgs per ounce.

Are you among many who believe in the power of nature’s magic plant - cannabis? Turns out, it may not be magical for the planet. Indoor production of cannabis is majorly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

Are you among many who believe in the power of nature’s magic plant - cannabis? Turns out, it may not be magical for the planet. Indoor production of cannabis is majorly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Even though its environmental consequences depend on where it is grown, it can still cause considerable damage. According to a new study published in Nature Sustainability titled “The greenhouse gas emissions of indoor cannabis production in the United States”, the light used to grow marijuana indoors consumes a lot of electricity. Also read: A modified strain of cannabis was recently able to kill cancer cells But that’s the tip of the iceberg, for a lot more energy is consumed to ensure the plans grow in optimum conditions. To attain this, rigorous heating/cooling is required. To also yield a healthy crop, producers pump carbon dioxide into the environment. CO2 alone accounts for 11-25 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions. But none of this causes as much as harm as another activity. To maintain the correct temperature and humidity, producers to bring in outside air, as ScienceAlert claims. Considered a highly energy laden process, this exchange process causes emissions. Also read: Indonesia: Even with strict preventive laws in place, people are brewing cannabis coffee But this distribution is not even, at least in the United States. In the Mountain West, Midwest, Alaska, and Hawaii - higher emissions were recorded, as compared to the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, which reported lower emissions. This is imply owing to milder climates along the coasts, and the usage of clean energy in some areas. In the US, Southern California accounts for the lowest emissions with 64 kg (143 pounds) per ounce of cannabis. Hawaii, on the other hand had the highest emissions at 146 kgs per ounce.

Emissions from cannabis production are driving temperatures high

In a move to bolster an economy ravaged by the pandemic, the South African government plans to formalize the Cannabis sector. WION tells you more.

Exclusive: South African government plans to formalize Cannabis market

A month after Cannabis was removed from Thailand's Narcotics list, one restaurant has rolled out a weed inspired menu which has some curious customers flocking to experience its euphoria-inducing fare.

Thai hospital restaurant rolls out weed-inspired menu

The restaurant at the Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital in Prachin Buri started serving its own happy meals this month, after Thailand de-listed cannabis as a narcotic, allowing state-authorised firms to cultivate the plant.

Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers

Connection between vaping cannabis and respiratory health issues were not known fully before but a recent study has found that yound adults who vape cannabis are at increased risk of getting Bronchitis and other issues. The study has found that vaping cannabis at any frequency increases the likelihood of respiratory diseases and even Covid-19 infection in teens around the age of 19.

Towards the end of 2019, mysterious cases of lung injury associated with vaping came to be noticed in the US. The US Centre for Disease Control (CDC) said that More than 2,800 people from all 50 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands died due to respiratory issues arising from vaping or e-cigarettes.

COVID-19 virus attacks a person's respiratory system and affects lungs.

Jessica Braymiller, the study's first author said that these mysterious illnesses were seen in people who had vaped nicotine or cannabis

During the course of the study, more than 2000 young adults, who responded to an online questionnaire reported history of vaping and smoking behaviours and respiratory problems.

Those who had vaped cannabis had stronger link to symptoms of Bronchitis, cough and wheezing compared to those who had never vaped cannabis.

Connection between vaping cannabis and respiratory health issues were not known fully before but a recent study has found that yound adults who vape cannabis are at increased risk of getting Bronchitis and other issues.

Connection between vaping cannabis and respiratory health issues were not known fully before but a recent study has found that yound adults who vape cannabis are at increased risk of getting Bronchitis and other issues. The study has found that vaping cannabis at any frequency increases the likelihood of respiratory diseases and even Covid-19 infection in teens around the age of 19. Towards the end of 2019, mysterious cases of lung injury associated with vaping came to be noticed in the US. The US Centre for Disease Control (CDC) said that More than 2,800 people from all 50 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands died due to respiratory issues arising from vaping or e-cigarettes. COVID-19 virus attacks a person's respiratory system and affects lungs. Jessica Braymiller, the study's first author said that these mysterious illnesses were seen in people who had vaped nicotine or cannabis During the course of the study, more than 2000 young adults, who responded to an online questionnaire reported history of vaping and smoking behaviours and respiratory problems. Those who had vaped cannabis had stronger link to symptoms of Bronchitis, cough and wheezing compared to those who had never vaped cannabis.

Young adults vaping cannabis more likely to get Bronchitis, says study

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