Cannabis has had a long history in the country of Taiwan, with its use documented as early as 8,000 BCE. Neolithic archaeologists have found pottery with hemp cord markings on…
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In November of 2018, South Korea made headlines by revising its national drug policy to allow CBD imports for medical purposes. The move came as a surprise, especially since only…
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In 2018, the Mexican Supreme Court overturned the country’s ban on recreational cannabis. The justices determined that individual liberties outweighed any consequences that came from using cannabis. The court then…
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In June of 2019, the Southeast Asian country of Malaysia made headlines by announcing its intent to decriminalize small amounts of cannabis possession for personal use. Since that time, Health…
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Cannabis laws in Australia continue to progress, inching closer to full legalization every year. The country approved medical marijuana in October 2016 and one province, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT),…
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If you were charged with cannabis possession in Indonesia today, you would be facing 4-12 years in prison. This Southeast Asian nation has some of the strictest laws in the…
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New Zealand’s Criminal Bar Association President Wants A Legal Cannabis Industry
by Staffby StaffIn less than one month, the island nation of New Zealand will be holding a referendum to determine if the sale, use, and possession of recreational cannabis should be legalized.…
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A new study conducted by a doctoral student at the University of British Columbia in Okanogan shows that frequent cannabis use does not increase pain sensitivity in users. The findings…
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In December 2018, Thailand became the first Southeast Asian nation to allow medical cannabis for its citizens. The decision made worldwide headlines that painted the government as progressive and forward-thinking.…
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