After five years of legal medical-marijuana in Arizona, health department officials say this week they have no evidence that marijuana has been the cause of any death in the state. Nor can the same officials present to the public any supporting evidence behind a 2013 study that claims the deaths of 62 kids were “associated” […]
Month: June 2015
Song Premiere: Nattali Rize & NOTIS’ ‘Midnight Remedy’
NattaliRize'sdebut EP is dropping in early July, and to celebrate we've decided to share her new song — "Midnight Remedy." Read article here: High Times
Please Welcome Our New Sponsor – Raysace LED Grow Lights
Please join us in welcoming our new sponsor Raysace LED Grow Lights to our mission of spreading Cannabis Awareness to the world. 420 Magazine exists so that you can fully appreciate the cannabis plant and interact with thousands of like-minded individuals around the world, sharing and gaining knowledge with us in our endeavor to end […]
Chris Christie’s Ominous Shadow
New Jersey legalized medical marijuana in 2009. But Governor Chris Christie has fought legal cannabis—medical or recreational—since taking office. Now he wants to be president. Read article here: High Times
Israel: New Study Shows Marijuana May Help Fight Cancer
Israel-based One World Cannabis Ltd. has developed a cannabinoid-based drug therapy that was shown to be effective in fighting multiple myeloma cells. In clinical trials, a combination of cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) was able to decrease the survival of cancerous cells, a big step for the medical marijuana community. Promising Results Multiple myeloma is […]
Louisiana Governor Denies Clemency to Non-Violent Pot Offenders
Although it is predicted that Louisiana Governor BobbyJindalwill sign legislation in the coming weeks to reduce the state’s penalties for possession of marijuana, his sudden change of heart in regard to cannabis crimes may be more of a political scam tha… Read article here: High Times
Ohio Investor Says Legal Marijuana Could Be $100B Industry, Big Issue In 2016
In this perennial swing state, a fascinating political experiment is unfolding this year. A group of wealthy investors is betting tens of millions of dollars on a ballot initiative that could net them billions if Buckeye State voters decide this November to legalize marijuana – in a very particular way. Along with The Center for […]
White House Lifts Research Restrictions on Medical Marijuana
Uncle Sam is finally offering researchers a more assessable approach to studying the medicinal benefits of marijuana. On Monday, the Obama Administration announced that it would no longer force the scientific community to endure some of the bureaucratic red tape that has … Read article here: High Times
Colorado Hemp Grows From Novelty To Industry With Potential
The hype over hemp that erupted last year during Colorado’s first sensational flirtations with the marijuana look-alike is now starting to live up to expectations. A handful of growers in 2014 planted and harvested small-scale crops that attracted large-scale attention under hemp’s newly legal status. This year, hype is being replaced with indicators of hemp’s […]
Obama Administration Removes Crucial Barrier to Marijuana Research
Big Win for Marijuana Reform Advocates but More Has to Be Done Senate Hearing on Medical Marijuana Scheduled for Wednesday In a long-sought move anticipated by many marijuana reform advocates, the White House today announced that it was removing a major obstacle to marijuana research – the Public Health Service (PHS) Review. “This announcement shows […]