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DEA accused of bias in cannabis rescheduling hearings
In a new twist on Wednesday, a judge ordered the agency to respond to allegations that it opposes President Joe Biden’s directive of August 2023 to reschedule cannabis and that it is improperly conferring with cannabis opponents.
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Europe
5 stories- UK IBD patients report improved quality of life with medical cannabis treatments
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- Czech Republic allows sale of cannabis products containing up to 1% THC
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- Aurora launches internship program in Germany to support cannabis sector
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- High Tide acquires 51% of Purecan to enter Germany's medical cannabis market
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- Synbiotic announces four new investments in 2024 with further acquisitions planned
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United States
6 stories- Study highlights reductions in opioid use following medical cannabis laws
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- Wisconsin GOP senator supports medical marijuana legalisation but opposes state-run dispensaries
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- Intest partners with Prodigy USA to expand cannabis product development
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- Ascend Wellness closes US$15 million private placement for expansion
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- California cannabis group announces new funding program to boost equity participation
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- SEC fines Acreage Holdings US$225,000 for misleading financial statements
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Canada
7 stories- Tilray acquires Canadian beer brand in push for diversified cannabis offerings
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- Cannabix announces hardware advancements for marijuana breathalyser technology
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- Canadian medical cannabis exports rise reflecting strong international demand
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- Experts call for public funding to address ethics in cannabis research
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- Toronto hosts cannabis insolvency conference amid industry financial challenges
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- Trudeau's potential exit raises questions about Canada's cannabis policy
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- Tilray CEO remains optimistic despite missing Q2 earnings expectations
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LATAM & Caribbean
4 stories- Guyana appoints CEO for regulatory authority paving way for hemp industry
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- Neuquén province supports hemp cultivation at Mari Menuco lake region
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- Greencare receives approval for cannabis-based medication research in Brazil
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- Uruguay experiences significant increase in legal cannabis buyers in 2024
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Africa & Middle East
2 stories- Morocco's legal cannabis farmers prepare for potential recreational legalisation
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- Zimbabwe's $16.9M agro-industrial park includes focus on hemp development
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APAC
3 stories- Somai Pharmaceuticals partners with Paccan to expand cannabis in Thailand
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- Pakistan hosts first international event on industrial hemp value chain
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- Malaysia opens new Hemp Science Centre for industrial-level research
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Oceania
1 story- UIC introduces cannabis cultivation training day in Australia
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