Aurora Cannabis Inc. has recently secured two significant licenses from the Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (BfArM) under Germany’s new Medical Cannabis Act (MedCanG)....
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Recreational Cannabis Legalization Linked to Decreased Intimate Partner Violence Rates
A recent study has found a significant link between the legalization of recreational cannabis and a reduction in intimate partner violence (IPV) rates. Conducted by researchers...
Medical Marijuana Shows Promise in Treating Suicidal Thoughts and Depression
A groundbreaking study has revealed that medical marijuana may be an effective treatment for suicidal thoughts and depression. Conducted by the UK-based research group Drug Science,...
Marijuana Laws and Child Protective Services: A Complex Intersection
The evolving landscape of marijuana laws in the United States has created a complex intersection with Child Protective Services (CPS) cases. As more states legalize marijuana...
Three Years After Medical Marijuana Passed, Alabama Patients Still Waiting
Three years have passed since Alabama legalized medical marijuana, yet patients are still waiting for access to their prescribed treatments. Despite the law’s passage in 2021,...
British American Tobacco Stock Surges on Better-Than-Expected Earnings
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...
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...
Russian Tobacco Regulator Proposes Retail Licensing
In a significant regulatory move, Russia’s alcohol and tobacco regulator, Rosalkogoltabakkontrol, has proposed extending the country’s tobacco licensing requirements to include retail sales. This proposal aims...
Union Budget 2024: Cigarette Prices Unchanged as Tobacco Tax Remains Steady
In a notable decision during the Union Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that there would be no increase in the existing tax rates on...
Smokescreen Unveiled: 81% of Tobacco Seized for Nesting in 2024
In a startling revelation, the Tobacco Commission (TC) of Malawi has reported that 81% of the tobacco seized during the 2024 selling season was due to...