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Week In Review: Cannabis News Highlights for the Week Ending June 26th

Cannabis News You May Have Missed For The Week Ending June 26th
Cannabis News You May Have Missed For The Week Ending June 26th
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Cannabis Legalization

Los Angeles City Council Unanimously Moves To Restart Its Legal Marijuana Market

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The LA City Council gave initial approval to expand licensing and provide assistance to those unfairly affected by the nation’s uneven drug enforcement policies. These revisions will provide new delivery and retail licenses to social-equity applicants -- individuals who were arrested for marijuana offenses and residents disproportionately suffering from social injustice at the hands of law enforcement.


Israel Closer To Legalizing Cannabis

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A bill to legalize cannabis use was approved by the Israeli Ministerial Committee for Legislation on Sunday, passing its first hurdle on the way to becoming law. The legislation will decriminalize the possession of up to 50 grams of marijuana in Israel, while fully legalizing the possession and consumption of up to 15 grams by individuals above the age of 21.

Cannabis Culture

70% Of Americans View Consuming Marijuana As 'Morally Acceptable', New Gallup Survey Says


In a new Gallup study published Tuesday, seventy percent (70%) of Americans find "smoking marijuana" to be 'morally acceptable'. The latest finding represents a +5 point increase versus last year's survey, reflecting a more informed population regarding the pros and cons of marijuana use, particularly for Health and Wellness.

Looking for a Great Article on Social Injustice and the Cannabis Industry?

The Conversation on Social Injustice in Cannabis ContinuesThe Conversation on Social Injustice in Cannabis ContinuesPhoto by Derick Anies on Unsplash

Then check out Ika Washington's piece "Hey, cannabis industry your silence is deafening!" featured in MEDIUM.

Cannabis Industry

Aurora Cannabis Announces Another Round Of Jobs Cuts And Facility Closures


In an effort to transform its business and move to profitability in 2021, Aurora Cannabis will  immediately cut 25% of its selling, general and administrative staff, while reducing production staff by 30% over the next two quarters. The company also said it would close operations at its Aurora Prairie, Aurora Mountain, Aurora Ridge, Aurora Vie, and Aurora Eau facilities. Part of the Vie facility in Quebec will remain operational for “higher margin products.”

Sign Of The Times? Acreage Holdings Secures $15M Loan at 60% Interest


Evidencing how difficult capital market access can be for cannabis companies, Acreage Holdings entered into a definitive $15M four month funding agreement at an unbelievable annual interest of 60%. The proceeds will be used to "keep the lights on" which means working capital and general corporate expenses.

Cannabis Health & Wellness

Two New Cannabis Research Studies Show Promising Results


Two new medical marijuana research studies were released this week and added more evidence to the health and wellness benefits of marijuana. Topline findings among patient samples demonstrated significant improvements in quality of life including a reduction hospital/ER visits, prescription drug intake, as well as decreased discomfort from pain and inflammation.

Best Marijuana Strains For A Good Night's Sleep

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Having trouble sleeping in these troublesome times? The Bluntness reviews our favorite cannabis strains to help you fall asleep more quickly and sleep soundly.

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There are several different ways to consume cannabis, and some of them don’t even involve actual consumption. Cannabis candles are beginning to take over the candle game, allowing cannabis enthusiasts to enjoy the smells they’re used to having to cover up and hide: the danky goodness of weed.

As cannabis becomes less stigmatized in modern culture, people are beginning to come out and admit to their cannabis use. While smoking weed used to be something people felt they had to keep on the down low, the culture is becoming increasingly mainstream and the scent is now sought after rather than condemned. Many cannabis candles feature complex scent profiles, including notes of amber, which contribute to a rich and layered aromatic experience.

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If you've tripped on psilocybin (a.k.a., magic mushrooms) before, you're already well aware what an intense experience it can be. And if shrooms can take an average activity like listening to music to an entirely different universe, you can probably imagine what sex on shrooms might feel like.

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The sprawling mountains of Iran bloom with native flora every year: elms and ironwood trees, tulips and daffodils, even something called Dwarf Eelgrass. But scattered throughout the forests and flowerbeds, like in neighboring Afghanistan and Pakistan, another flower has been thriving for thousands of years: cannabis.

Through Iranian genetics sourcing, cannabis in Iran is collected from specific regions, emphasizing the unique and wild plant varieties. Mag Landrace is just one of the Persian nation’s homegrown strains, beloved for its intense indica effects, deep green and purple hues, and abundance of trichomes, resins and oils that make it ideal for smoking and hash-making. It’s finally in the states and available for patients and casual users alike to discover and delight in, and here’s why.

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