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High TimesJan 22, 2026
ICBC Berlin 2026 to Showcase Germany's Cannabis Industry Leadership

ICBC Berlin 2026 to Showcase Germany's Cannabis Industry Leadership

ICBC Berlin 2026 will highlight Germany's leadership in Europe's cannabis industry, offering networking opportunities for businesses and emphasizing regulatory developments

  • Germany leads Europe's cannabis market growth
  • ICBC Berlin 2026 to take place April 13–15
  • Event attracts operators, investors, and policymakers

by Europe’s Cannabis Industry Is Growing Fast. ICBC Berlin Is Where It Connects

High TimesJan 22, 2026
Spain's New Cannabis Regulations for Medical Use Face Criticism for Restrictions

Spain's New Cannabis Regulations for Medical Use Face Criticism for Restrictions

Spain approves cannabis prescriptions for medical use, but critics argue the regulations are too restrictive and lack adequate physician training

  • Spain approves cannabis prescriptions for four medical conditions
  • Critics argue the regulations are too restrictive and limit access
  • Concerns over inadequate physician training for prescribing cannabis

by The Cannabis Labyrinth in Spain: A ‘Timid’ Regulation for a Pain That Won’t Wait

DutchNewsJan 22, 2026
Dutch Customs Seize 24.5 Tonnes of Cocaine in 2025, Cannabis Seizures Quadruple

Dutch Customs Seize 24.5 Tonnes of Cocaine in 2025, Cannabis Seizures Quadruple

Dutch customs seized 24.5 tonnes of cocaine in 2025, a significant decrease from previous years, while cannabis seizures quadrupled to 65.5 tonnes

  • Dutch customs seized 24.5 tonnes of cocaine in 2025, down from 38 tonnes in 2024
  • Rotterdam was the primary location for cocaine seizures, with 11.5 tonnes intercepted

by Customs seize less cocaine but cannabis shipments surge

MJBizDailyJan 21, 2026
Congress Removes Hemp THC Protections, Putting Medicaid CBD Coverage in Doubt

Congress Removes Hemp THC Protections, Putting Medicaid CBD Coverage in Doubt

Congressional leaders have removed hemp THC protections from a key spending bill, placing President Trump’s promised Medicaid coverage for CBD treatments and the future of the U.S. hemp industry in jeopardy

  • Congress removed language delaying a hemp THC ban from a key spending bill
  • The U.S. hemp industry faces new THC limits of 0.4 milligrams per package starting in November
  • Efforts to secure a delay in the ban were blocked by opposition in the House Freedom Caucus
  • President Trump had promised Medicaid coverage for CBD, but implementation is now uncertain

by Medicaid coverage for CBD in limbo as Congress removes hemp THC protections from spending bill

MJBizDailyJan 21, 2026
Connecticut Faces Loss of Its Last Medical-Only Cannabis Dispensary Amid Regulatory Stalemate

Connecticut Faces Loss of Its Last Medical-Only Cannabis Dispensary Amid Regulatory Stalemate

Bluepoint Wellness, Connecticut’s last medical-only cannabis dispensary, may close or relocate after local zoning denials, signaling a shift toward hybrid cannabis retail statewide

  • Bluepoint Wellness faces closure or relocation due to Westport’s ban on recreational cannabis sales
  • Connecticut’s medical-only dispensary model may disappear as hybrid stores dominate the market
  • Medical cannabis patient numbers and sales have sharply declined since adult-use legalization

by Connecticut’s only medical marijuana dispensary may close

High TimesJan 21, 2026
Senator Rand Paul Reveals Alcohol and Cannabis Industries' Role in Hemp Crackdown

Senator Rand Paul Reveals Alcohol and Cannabis Industries' Role in Hemp Crackdown

Senator Rand Paul reveals lobbying by alcohol and cannabis industries behind hemp-derived THC crackdown, highlighting market protection motives over consumer safety

  • Senator Rand Paul discusses hemp THC restrictions on Joe Rogan's podcast
  • Alcohol and cannabis industries lobby for hemp-derived THC crackdown
  • Regulation sets a low THC limit, impacting hemp product viability

by ‘The Cannabis People Hate The Hemp People’: Inside The Quiet Alliance Between Big Alcohol And Big Cannabis

High TimesJan 21, 2026
PhilaDelic 2025 Highlights Barriers to Psychedelic Therapy Coverage

PhilaDelic 2025 Highlights Barriers to Psychedelic Therapy Coverage

PhilaDelic 2025 focused on the challenges of integrating psychedelic therapies into mainstream healthcare, highlighting coverage as the main barrier to accessibility

  • PhilaDelic 2025 emphasized healthcare coverage as the main barrier to psychedelic therapy access
  • Ketamine, despite its low cost, remains inaccessible due to delivery model complexities

by The Real Psychedelic Bottleneck Is Coverage

High TimesJan 21, 2026
Brooklyn Nonprofit Leader Faces Licensing Delays in New York's Cannabis Market

Brooklyn Nonprofit Leader Faces Licensing Delays in New York's Cannabis Market

Shanduke McPhatter's Brooklyn dispensary remains closed due to licensing delays, highlighting challenges in New York's cannabis equity program

  • Shanduke McPhatter's dispensary remains unopened despite compliance
  • McPhatter's nonprofit aims to support community reentry and violence reduction
  • New York's cannabis licensing process faces criticism for delays

by He Followed Every Rule. New York Still Hasn’t Let Him Open

ThairathJan 21, 2026
Krabi Governor Suspends Cannabis Farm License Amid Legal Violations

Krabi Governor Suspends Cannabis Farm License Amid Legal Violations

Krabi Governor suspends cannabis farm license for 60 days due to legal violations, with potential for permanent revocation and prosecution of involved parties

  • Krabi Governor suspends cannabis farm license for 60 days
  • The farm allegedly operated using foreign ownership with Thai nominees

by ผู้ว่าฯกระบี่ สั่งพักใช้ใบอนุญาต “ฟาร์มกัญชา” เตรียมดำเนินคดีชาวต่างชาติ-นอมินีคนไทย

MatichonJan 21, 2026
Thai Party Leader Thawi Announces Plan to Recriminalize Cannabis and Target Drug Trade

Thai Party Leader Thawi Announces Plan to Recriminalize Cannabis and Target Drug Trade

Prachachat Party leader Thawi Sodsong pledged to reverse cannabis decriminalization and intensify drug crackdowns if elected, citing rising psychiatric cases since

  • Thawi Sodsong announced a 100-day plan to combat drugs and reverse cannabis liberalization
  • He claims psychiatric disorders have risen 6.5 times since cannabis was decriminalized

by ทวี ลั่นนโยบาย 100 วันแรก ลดราคาน้ำมัน-ปราบยาเสพติด รับไม่ได้ปลดล็อกกัญชา 21.01.26 | 10:37 น.

MJBizDailyJan 21, 2026
Florida Authorities Arrest Marijuana Legalization Campaign Workers Over Alleged Petition Fraud

Florida Authorities Arrest Marijuana Legalization Campaign Workers Over Alleged Petition Fraud

Florida law enforcement has arrested at least nine marijuana legalization campaign workers over alleged petition fraud as the state intensifies scrutiny ahead of the

  • Florida authorities have arrested at least nine campaign workers for alleged petition fraud tied to marijuana legalization efforts
  • Attorney General Uthmeier accuses campaign circulators of forging voter signatures, including those of deceased individuals
  • Smart & Safe Florida, backed by Trulieve, denies wrongdoing and claims to follow election laws closely

by Florida law enforcement is arresting adult-use marijuana legalization campaign workers

MJBizDailyJan 20, 2026
Michigan Cannabis Sales Volume Hits Record High in 2025 Amid Revenue Decline

Michigan Cannabis Sales Volume Hits Record High in 2025 Amid Revenue Decline

Michigan cannabis retailers sold record volumes in 2025, but overall revenue dropped by $113 million as price declines and new taxes pressured the state's

  • Michigan cannabis stores generated $3.17 billion in revenue in 2025, down $113 million from 2024
  • Retailers sold nearly 260,000 more pounds of marijuana flower year-over-year, but average flower prices fell 16%
  • The number of licensed cannabis stores dropped from 848 in 2024 to 838 in 2025 amid price compression and closures
  • A new 24% tax on wholesalers was introduced in early 2026, raising concerns about further business closures and job losses

by Michigan cannabis sales hit record high in 2025, but revenue drops

High TimesJan 20, 2026
New Jersey Bill Proposes Criminalizing Buyers of Unlicensed Cannabis

New Jersey Bill Proposes Criminalizing Buyers of Unlicensed Cannabis

New Jersey considers penalizing buyers of unlicensed cannabis, sparking debate over consumer criminalization and market control

  • New Jersey bill S3171 targets buyers of unlicensed cannabis
  • Proposed penalties include jail time and fines for consumers

by WTF, New Jersey!? Lawmakers Want to Criminalize Legacy Weed Buyers Again

High TimesJan 20, 2026
Green Day's Name and Legacy Rooted in Cannabis Culture and Punk Rock

Green Day's Name and Legacy Rooted in Cannabis Culture and Punk Rock

Green Day's name, rooted in cannabis slang, reflects the band's punk rock ethos and cultural impact

  • Green Day's name originates from Bay Area slang for smoking marijuana
  • The band changed their name from Sweet Children to Green Day in 1989
  • Billie Joe Armstrong confirmed the cannabis connection in a 2010 interview
  • Armstrong has openly discussed his substance use and recovery journey

by The Origins of ‘Green Day’: Rebellion, Punk Rock, and the Scent of Weed

High TimesJan 20, 2026
Czech Republic Legalizes Home Cultivation of Cannabis from 2026

Czech Republic Legalizes Home Cultivation of Cannabis from 2026

The Czech Republic will allow home cultivation of cannabis from January 2026, permitting individuals to grow up to three plants for personal use

  • Czech Republic legalizes home cannabis cultivation from January 2026
  • Individuals can grow up to three plants for personal use

by Home Grow Is Now Legal in the Czech Republic! What Changes in 2026

High TimesJan 20, 2026
Survivor Champions Ethan Zohn and Tyson Apostol Embrace Cannabis Advocacy

Survivor Champions Ethan Zohn and Tyson Apostol Embrace Cannabis Advocacy

Survivor champions Ethan Zohn and Tyson Apostol have become cannabis advocates, using the plant to cope with health challenges and promote its benefits

  • Ethan Zohn and Tyson Apostol, Survivor champions, advocate for cannabis
  • Zohn turned to cannabis during cancer treatment for symptom relief
  • Apostol uses cannabis for back pain and improved sports performance

by ‘Survivor’ Didn’t Break Them. Real Life Did. Then They Found Weed.

High TimesJan 19, 2026
Inmaculada's Legacy: A Billion Rolling Papers and a Fight for Equality

Inmaculada's Legacy: A Billion Rolling Papers and a Fight for Equality

Inmaculada, known as Macu, revolutionized the rolling paper industry with over a billion papers crafted and a legacy of equality and tradition

  • Inmaculada, or Macu, crafted over a billion rolling papers during her 50-year career
  • Macu was a pioneer for women in the male-dominated paper industry of the 1970s
  • She played a key role in the fight for equal pay and opportunities for women

by The Last Master Of Rolling Paper: Meet The Woman Whose Hands Worked Over 1 Billion Paper Sheets

MatichonJan 19, 2026
Prachachat Party Pledges Crackdown on Cannabis and Monopolies at Pattani Rally

Prachachat Party Pledges Crackdown on Cannabis and Monopolies at Pattani Rally

The Prachachat Party has vowed to crack down on cannabis liberalization and economic monopolies while targeting 10-15 parliamentary seats in a high-profile Pattani rally attended by over 20,000 people

  • Prachachat Party held a major rally in Pattani with over 20,000 attendees
  • Party leaders set a target of winning 10-15 seats and at least two ministerial posts

by ประชาชาติ ปราศรัยใหญ่ปัตตานี ตั้งเป้า 10-15 เก้าอี้ ทวี ประกาศสงครามกัญชา ทลายทุนผูกขาด 19.01.26 | 11:09 น.

High TimesJan 18, 2026
Proper Cup High Rollers Bracket Finale Awards $120,000 Today

Proper Cup High Rollers Bracket Finale Awards $120,000 Today

The Proper Cup High Rollers bracket finale today offers a $120,000 prize, with Preferred Gardens and Up The Hill competing live on YouTube

  • Proper Cup High Rollers finale offers $120,000 prize
  • Preferred Gardens vs. Up The Hill in final showdown

by The Best Weed Goes Head To Head For $120,000 Today

High TimesJan 18, 2026
Veterans in Florida Find Relief Through Free Medical Cannabis Access

Veterans in Florida Find Relief Through Free Medical Cannabis Access

Veterans in Florida benefit from free medical cannabis certifications, addressing financial barriers and improving their quality of life

  • Over 900 veterans in Florida received free cannabis certifications
  • Financial barriers often prevent veterans from accessing medical cannabis
  • State program fees range from $150 to over $400 annually
  • Nonprofits play a crucial role in providing access to essential care

by What 900 Veterans Taught Me About Cannabis, Pain, and the Cost of Staying Alive

DutchNewsJan 17, 2026
Dutch Customs Seize Over Three Tonnes of THC-Infused Sweets and Honey at Schiphol

Dutch Customs Seize Over Three Tonnes of THC-Infused Sweets and Honey at Schiphol

Dutch customs seized over three tonnes of THC-infused sweets and honey at Schiphol airport, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal drug trafficking

  • Dutch customs intercepted over three tonnes of THC-infused products at Schiphol
  • The seized goods included wine gums and honey from the United States
  • THC is classified as a hard drug under Dutch law, despite cannabis tolerance

by Dutch seize three tonnes of cannabis sweets and honey from US