Day: July 5, 2017

On:

Recent research shows that Los Angeles, California’s 2010 mass closure of “unregistered” dispensaries was associated with a significant crime spike in the surrounding area  — not just immediately in front of the closed shops, but blocks away. A new study published in the Journal of Urban Economics found that the closure of moreContinue Reading

On:

After decades of prohibition, the nation is “turning its page,” the prime minister says. It joins six other European nations with legal medical cannabis. The post Greece Will Legalize Medical Cannabis appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Greece Will Legalize Medical CannabisContinue Reading

On:

The Greek government has agreed to make cannabis available for medicinal purposes, joining a growing number of European countries that have legalized medical marijuana. “From now on, the country is turning its page, as Greece is now included in countries where the delivery of medical cannabis to patients in need isContinue Reading

On:

Carl Sagan, known for his immense contributions to science, was an avid supporter of cannabis. Learn about his views and experiences with the plant. The post Why Scientist Carl Sagan Embraced Cannabis Throughout His Lifetime appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Why Scientist Carl Sagan Embraced Cannabis ThroughoutContinue Reading

On:

More than 42 million tourists flock to Las Vegas every year. Visitors to Nevada are expected to make nearly 2 of 3 adult-use cannabis purchases in the state. The post Nevada Cannabis Sales Exceed Stores’ Expectations appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Nevada Cannabis Sales Exceed Stores’ ExpectationsContinue Reading

On:

Delaware’s General Assembly has passed a resolution creating an Adult Use Cannabis Task Force to study “a model for regulation and taxation” of a legalized recreational marijuana program in the state. The resolution, approved Saturday, directs the group to study specifics such as taxes, banking issues, local authority and control,Continue Reading

On:

There are many ways to use cannabis topicals. Herbs have been used to treat skin problems for thousands of years. Five thousand years ago, Ayurvedic practitioners used marijuana preparations. Cannabis-enriched lotions, salves, and other topically applied products are still used today. Marijuana’s active ingredients — cannabinoids and terpenoid essential oilsContinue Reading