From the Archives: African Khat (1978)
By A. Craig Copetas and Gary Putka Khat: the cocaine of Africa—the mint green leaf of the shrub Catha edulis—is a way […]
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German Police Encourage British Football Fans to Smoke Pot Instead of Downing Pints
Anything is better than an invasion of arrogant, drunken football fans from England—including cannabis—at least according to German police who spoke out […]
Government in Canada Proposes Amendments to Cannabis Law, Lifting Burdens
The Canadian government is proposing a series of amendments to federal cannabis regulations ranging from packaging to reporting requirements, all part of […]
Germany Bundestag Votes To Make Amendments to Cannabis Law
On June 6, the German Bundestag (German federal parliament) voted to adjust the currently existing adult-use cannabis law, including changes to restrictions […]
Senate Resolution Calls For Release of Russian Cannabis Prisoner Marc Fogel
Marc Fogel received a 14-year sentence for “large-scale drugs smuggling” after he was found in possession of just half an ounce of […]
Japan Government Opens Public Comment Period for Cannabis Reform
The Japanese government announced on May 30 that it would officially begin accepting public comments about its cannabis reform bill. One of […]
‘Cannabis Factories’ in U.K. To Be Cleared for Student Housing
Three years ago, police in a British city found that a pair of old buildings had been used as a massive cannabis […]
Study To Determine Impact of Cannabis on Driving Ability Delayed
An Australian trial that will investigate the impact of medical cannabis on driving ability won’t be finished until late 2025. The Guardian […]
Twenty-One of 27 European Union Countries Legalized Medical Cannabis, Report Highlights
Medical cannabis is taking over Europe, as well as efforts to decriminalize cannabis in numerous countries and at local levels. In a […]
Ports in Belgium and the Netherlands, Europe’s ‘Cocaine Superhighway,’ Tackle Drug Problem
The ports in Antwerp, Belgium and several cities in The Netherlands are fighting to curb the illicit trade of cocaine, which is […]