The science of high-potency cannabis
What is in cannabis that can make it dangerously powerful? And what about claims of medical benefits? Newsbeat hears from two scientists who study the drug. Read more »
Despite legalisation, medicinal cannabis remains confusing dilemma for Australian doctors and patients
Frustrated Australian patients could still be several years away from their GPs prescribing medicinal cannabis, the Australian Medical Association’s (AMA) vice president has warned. Read more »
L.A. City Council approves new Cannabis Department head
The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday backed Mayor Eric Garcetti’s picks to oversee City Hall’s new Department of Cannabis Regulation, a vote that comes as officials prepare for legalization of recreational marijuana in California. Read more »
Is Jeff Sessions’ Justice Department Actively Blocking Cannabis Research?
More than two dozen federal applications to grow cannabis for research purposes have stalled as Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ Justice Department lets them languish. The bottleneck is frustrating researchers, doctors, and other stakeholders desperate to learn more about the drug. Read more »