Shares of British American Tobacco (BAT) saw a notable increase today following the release of the company’s first-half earnings report. Despite some challenges, the global tobacco...
Author: Maria Garcia
British American Tobacco Pays $110 Million Fine, FCCPC Discloses
In a significant regulatory development, British American Tobacco (BAT) has paid a $110 million fine imposed by Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The...
Texas AG Ken Paxton’s Lawsuit Over Weed in San Marcos Dismissed
In a significant legal development, a lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton against the city of San Marcos over its marijuana policies has been...
Minnesota Opens Cannabis Social Equity License Preapproval Window
In a significant step towards fostering an inclusive cannabis industry, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has opened the preapproval window for social equity business...
Sustainability in the Cannabis Industry: Truly Going Green
As the cannabis industry continues to expand, so does its environmental impact. While many associate cannabis with eco-consciousness, the reality is more complex. Commercial growers have...
St. Louis County Board Places Five-Month Moratorium on New Cannabis Businesses
The St. Louis County Board has voted to implement a five-month moratorium on the establishment of new cannabis businesses. This decision, made during a recent public...
Pregnant Women with Medical Marijuana Cards Not Guilty of Child Neglect, Court Rules
In a groundbreaking decision, the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has ruled that pregnant women with medical marijuana cards cannot be prosecuted for child neglect if...
Heated Tobacco Products: A New Era in Smoking Alternatives
Heated tobacco products (HTPs) have emerged as a significant innovation in the tobacco industry, offering a smoke-free alternative to traditional cigarettes. These products heat tobacco without...
Customs Foil Attempt to Smuggle Marijuana and Psychotropic Substances
In a significant operation, Muscat International Airport Customs successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of marijuana and psychotropic substances into Oman. The suspect,...
Louisville Mulling Medical Marijuana Business Rules as Applications Roll In
Louisville is currently navigating the complexities of establishing local regulations for medical marijuana businesses as applications for licenses begin to pour in. With Kentucky’s new law...










