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A Brief History of Getting High
Several ancient societies burned hemp during funeral ceremonies. What better way to part with the dead than by getting hella faded?
A Brief Global History of the War on Cannabis
Prohibitionists around the world have long used rhetoric to associate the plant with violence and depravity.
Feds Indict 24 in Mexico Cartel and China Drug Operation Alliance
The DEA and Department of Justice announced an operation led to the indictment of 24 individuals who allegedly laundered drug money.
From the Archives: African Khat (1978)
On safari in pursuit of loco weed, the cocaine of the Dark Continent.
German Police Encourage British Football Fans to Smoke Pot Instead of Downing Pints
Football season is in gear in Germany, and police encouraged British football fans to smoke pot instead of getting drunk.
Government in Canada Proposes Amendments to Cannabis Law, Lifting Burdens
Several amendments to Canada’s cannabis laws aim to ease some of the burdens that producers and distribution companies face.
Germany Bundestag Votes To Make Amendments to Cannabis Law
The amendments include changes to driving under the influence of cannabis and new restrictions for cannabis clubs.
Senate Resolution Calls For Release of Russian Cannabis Prisoner Marc Fogel
Fogel was arrested for possessing cannabis in 2021, and since then he has been sentenced to 14 years in a Russian prison.
‘Cannabis Factories’ in U.K. To Be Cleared for Student Housing
Police said that the total value of the plants was almost £4m.
Japan Government Opens Public Comment Period for Cannabis Reform
Over the next few weeks, public comments will be submitted regarding the future of Japan’s cannabis regulatory framework.