Newsweed

Newsweed is a French-language publication dedicated to cannabis and related policy, culture, and industry news. It covers developments in France and abroad, often connecting local debates to wider European and international trends.

In cannabis reporting, Newsweed typically focuses on regulation, public health questions, market changes, and scientific updates, while also touching on culture and community. For French-speaking readers, it acts as a specialized lens on how cannabis is evolving in society and law.

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NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Stormrock Attracts CBD Enthusiasts with Competitive Offers and Premium Quality

Stormrock Attracts CBD Enthusiasts with Competitive Offers and Premium Quality

Stormrock attracts CBD enthusiasts with competitive offers and premium quality, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty

  • Stormrock offers high-quality CBD products with enticing promotions
  • Customers receive free samples and bonus grams with qualifying purchases
  • Significant promotions make premium CBD accessible to a wider audience

by stormrock-cbd-offres-allechantes

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
DARPA Launches Project to Develop Non-Hallucinogenic Psychedelic Drugs

DARPA Launches Project to Develop Non-Hallucinogenic Psychedelic Drugs

DARPA launches Focused Pharma project to develop non-hallucinogenic psychedelic drugs for treating mental health conditions in military settings

  • DARPA initiates Focused Pharma to explore non-hallucinogenic psychedelics
  • Project aims to treat PTSD, depression, and anxiety without hallucinations
  • Research influenced by promising results from private clinical studies
  • Animal testing will be conducted over four years to ensure drug safety

by armee-americaine-chercher-psychedelique-non-hallucinogenes

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Minnesota Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis, Opens First Dispensary

Minnesota Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis, Opens First Dispensary

Minnesota legalizes adult-use cannabis, opening its first dispensary while tribal nations lead early sales efforts

  • Minnesota legalizes adult-use cannabis as the 23rd U.S. state
  • Office of Cannabis Management oversees regulations and licensing
  • Retail sales expected next year; tribal nations begin sales
  • Governor Walz highlights economic and community benefits

by debut-ventes-cannabis-minnesota

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Washington D.C. Voters Approve Decriminalization of Psychedelic Plants

Washington D.C. Voters Approve Decriminalization of Psychedelic Plants

Washington D.C. voters have approved Initiative 81, decriminalizing certain psychedelic plants, making enforcement a low priority and aligning with other U.S. cities

  • Washington D.C. voters approve Initiative 81 to decriminalize psychedelic plants
  • The initiative makes enforcement of psychedelic plant use a low priority
  • Melissa Lavasani led the campaign, citing personal therapeutic benefits

by washington-depenalise-plantes-psychedeliques

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Guide to Selecting High-Quality CBD Seeds for Successful Cultivation

Guide to Selecting High-Quality CBD Seeds for Successful Cultivation

Selecting high-quality CBD seeds is crucial for successful cultivation, requiring thorough research and attention to genetics and seed characteristics

  • High-quality CBD seeds are essential for successful cultivation
  • Research reputable seed suppliers for reliable genetics
  • Understand CBD genetics and legal compliance ratios

by trouver-graines-cbd-qualite

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
New Study Highlights Enhanced Pain Relief with Whole Cannabis Plant Use

New Study Highlights Enhanced Pain Relief with Whole Cannabis Plant Use

A new study confirms that using the whole cannabis plant enhances pain relief, highlighting the promising role of terpenes in future pain therapies

  • Whole cannabis plant use enhances pain relief effectiveness
  • Study focuses on synergy between terpenes and cannabinoids
  • Terpenes mimic cannabinoid effects without psychoactive side effects
  • Research supports the entourage effect theory for pain relief

by etude-effet-entourage-cannabis-ameliore-soulagement-douleur

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Mastercard Halts Cannabis Debit Transactions in the U.S. Due to Federal Law

Mastercard Halts Cannabis Debit Transactions in the U.S. Due to Federal Law

Mastercard has directed U.S. banks to stop processing cannabis debit transactions, impacting dispensaries and highlighting federal-state legal conflicts

  • Mastercard stops U.S. cannabis debit transactions due to federal law
  • 38 states allow medical cannabis; 23 allow recreational use
  • U.S. cannabis sales remain cash-based, unlike in Canada
  • SAFE Banking Act seeks to protect banks serving cannabis businesses

by mastercard-bloque-achats-cannabis-legal-etats-unis

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Deli Hemp Expands from Modest Beginnings to Leading CBD Retailer in France

Deli Hemp Expands from Modest Beginnings to Leading CBD Retailer in France

Deli Hemp has evolved from a small shop in Paris to a leading CBD retailer in France, focusing on quality and transparency

  • Deli Hemp started as a small CBD shop in Paris's Marais district in 2018
  • The company prioritizes product quality and traceability, using third-party lab testing

by delihemp-debuts-modestes-1-cbd-france

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Cresco Labs and Columbia Care Cancel $2 Billion Merger Amid Industry Challenges

Cresco Labs and Columbia Care Cancel $2 Billion Merger Amid Industry Challenges

Cresco Labs and Columbia Care have canceled their $2 billion merger due to changing industry conditions and regulatory challenges, focusing instead on strengthening core operations

  • Cresco Labs and Columbia Care cancel $2 billion merger
  • No termination fees involved in ending the merger
  • Regulatory challenges and market conditions influenced the decision
  • Separate acquisition agreement with Sean 'Diddy' Combs also terminated

by cresco-labs-columbia-care-renoncent-fusion

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Cannabis Entourage Effect Gains Recognition for Enhancing Therapeutic Potential

Cannabis Entourage Effect Gains Recognition for Enhancing Therapeutic Potential

The entourage effect of cannabis compounds is reshaping medical and recreational use by enhancing therapeutic benefits through synergistic interactions

  • Cannabis compounds interact synergistically, creating the entourage effect
  • Full-spectrum products offer more potent effects than isolated CBD
  • Research highlights terpenes' role in enhancing cannabinoid effects
  • Genetic diversity in cannabis leads to varied therapeutic potentials

by effet-dentourage-composes-cannabis-cannabinoides

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Ethan Russo Advocates for Synergistic Cannabis Approaches in Modern Medicine

Ethan Russo Advocates for Synergistic Cannabis Approaches in Modern Medicine

Ethan Russo champions the use of synergistic cannabis compounds in modern medicine, highlighting their potential in addressing chronic pain and the opioid crisis

  • Ethan Russo is a key figure in cannabis research and the entourage effect
  • He advocates for whole plant extracts over isolated compounds for medical use

by ethan-russo

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Israeli Study Finds Terpenes Enhance THC's Interaction with CB1 Receptors

Israeli Study Finds Terpenes Enhance THC's Interaction with CB1 Receptors

Israeli researchers discover that terpenes enhance THC's effects on CB1 receptors, potentially revolutionizing cannabis-based treatments

  • Israeli study finds terpenes enhance THC interaction with CB1 receptors
  • Terpenes amplify THC effects, supporting the entourage effect theory

by terpenes-renforcent-thc-interagir-recepteurs-endocannabinoides

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Ontario Cannabis Store to Reduce Margins to Support Producers and Compete with Black Market

Ontario Cannabis Store to Reduce Margins to Support Producers and Compete with Black Market

Ontario Cannabis Store will lower wholesale margins to support producers and compete with the black market, potentially saving the industry $60 million annually

  • OCS to reduce wholesale margins to 25% for most products and 23% for dried flower
  • Move aims to better compensate producers and compete with the black market

by ontario-cannabis-store-reduira-marges

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
CBD Purple Launches Unique Swiss-Inspired CBD Product Line in France

CBD Purple Launches Unique Swiss-Inspired CBD Product Line in France

CBD Purple introduces a Swiss-inspired CBD product line in France, focusing on quality, variety, and competitive pricing to redefine the market

  • CBD Purple launches Swiss-inspired CBD products in France
  • Company offers free samples and gifts to enhance customer loyalty
  • Extensive product catalog caters to diverse consumer needs

by cbd-purple-suisse

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Czech President Endorses Cannabis Legalization and Amnesty for Related Offenses

Czech President Endorses Cannabis Legalization and Amnesty for Related Offenses

Czech President Petr Pavel supports cannabis legalization and amnesty for related offenses, citing studies on its relative harm. Discussions with the justice minister are underway

  • Czech President Pavel supports cannabis legalization and amnesty
  • Research shows cannabis is less harmful than other legal drugs

by le-president-tcheque-soutient-la-legalisation-du-cannabis

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
California Senate Committee Approves Bill to Decriminalize Psychedelics

California Senate Committee Approves Bill to Decriminalize Psychedelics

California Senate committee approves bill to decriminalize psychedelics, setting stage for potential state-wide reform

  • California Senate committee approves psychedelic decriminalization bill
  • Bill includes task force to explore regulatory changes

by californie-comite-senat-approuve-possession-psychedeliques

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Portugal Expands Drug Decriminalization Law to Ease Personal Use Regulations

Portugal Expands Drug Decriminalization Law to Ease Personal Use Regulations

Portugal's parliament has passed amendments to the narcotics law, expanding personal drug use regulations and requiring proof of intent to distribute for trafficking charges

  • Portugal expands drug decriminalization to ease personal use regulations
  • New law requires proof of intent for drug trafficking charges

by portugal-elargit-depenalisation-drogues

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Colombian Lawmakers Reintroduce Cannabis Legalization Bill After Senate Setback

Colombian Lawmakers Reintroduce Cannabis Legalization Bill After Senate Setback

Colombian lawmakers have reintroduced a bill to legalize cannabis nationwide, aiming to overcome a recent Senate setback and advance drug policy reform

  • Colombian legislators reintroduce cannabis legalization bill after Senate setback
  • The bill previously passed Parliament but failed to secure enough Senate votes

by colombie-reprise-campagne-legalisation-cannabis

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
New York Bill Proposes Decriminalization of Psilocybin Mushrooms

New York Bill Proposes Decriminalization of Psilocybin Mushrooms

New York considers decriminalizing psilocybin mushrooms, potentially transforming mental health treatment and joining other cities in psychedelic reform

  • New York proposes bill to decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms
  • Psilocybin shows potential in treating mental health disorders

by new-york-proposition-depenaliser-champignons-psilocybine

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
Cresco to Acquire Columbia Care in $2 Billion Cannabis Industry Deal

Cresco to Acquire Columbia Care in $2 Billion Cannabis Industry Deal

Cresco Labs is set to acquire Columbia Care for $2 billion, significantly expanding its market presence in the U.S. cannabis industry

  • Cresco Labs to acquire Columbia Care for $2 billion
  • The acquisition strengthens Cresco's presence in eastern and western U.S. markets
  • The deal is one of the largest in cannabis industry history
  • The merger reflects broader consolidation trends in the cannabis sector

by 2-milliards-cresco-columbia

NewsweedDec 29, 2025
CBD Teas Gain Popularity as a Holistic Approach to Well-being

CBD Teas Gain Popularity as a Holistic Approach to Well-being

CBD-infused teas are gaining traction as a holistic option for wellness, combining cannabidiol with herbal blends for potential benefits in sleep, anxiety, and stress relief

  • CBD teas offer a soothing method to consume hemp without psychoactive effects
  • The synergy between CBD and herbal compounds enhances therapeutic benefits
  • Antioxidants in CBD and teas protect against oxidative stress and inflammation

by infusion-cbd-bien-etre

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