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UK patients diagnosed with post-traumatic stress experience significant long-term benefits following use of medical cannabis. “Significant improvements in post-traumatic stress symptoms, anxiety, sleep quality & HRQoL were observed at all follow-up points”. #Legalise norml.org/news/2025/04...

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Tilray Medical launched pastilles into the Australian market. Three, in packs of 60, through the Special Access Scheme with THC, balanced & CBD. Pastilles a popular dosage form in recent months, March, 17% of SAS-B applications, up from 14% in January & February. www.cannabiz.com.au/news-in-brie...

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Leading UK trade assoc. said country’s regulatory framework for CBD products reached a “significant inflection point” after health & safety officials recently issued updated guidance, further tightening CBD approval process under rules for new/novel foods. hemptoday.net/trade-group-...

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In a candid interview Belfast Lord Mayor Micky Murray talks about drugs, putting forward the argument to legalise cannabis “at the very least for medicinal purposes”, praises the Portuguese Model & explains why injection centres should be opened in Belfast. www.hotpress.com/opinion/lord...

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Kazakhstan will legalise cultivation of industrial hemp. The Ministry of Internal Affairs issued four licences for cultivation. The new regulation is designed to enable use of industrial hemp in manufacturing sectors such as paper, textiles & construction. timesca.com/kazakhstan-t...

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Meanwhile, the Labor Party is preferencing Legalise Cannabis Australia ahead of the Greens in many federal election seats, while the Coalition seems to be in bed with Pauline Hanson! Just remember, early polling, postal voting or voting election day: L👀k for the Leaf🌿 Vote 1⃣ Legalise Cannabis Party

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Colorado, leader in establishing industry regulation, more than a decade later, gaps in testing oversight allow contaminated cannabis to reach stores. Since 2019, 63 recalls, products contaminated, bacteria, fungus, pesticides, heavy metals or other chemicals. www.mmjdaily.com/article/9725...

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L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1⃣ Legalise Cannabis Party for the Senate in Queensland (Column O) (on the ridiculously large white ballot paper)! Legalise Cannabis Party advocates to protect & uphold anti-discrimination, civil liberties, compassion, human rights, personal freedoms, privacy & tolerance.

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Curia of Hungary, aka the Supreme Court, overturned a police decision to ban the Hungarian Two-Tailed Dog Party from holding an event in Budapest, the Million Marijuana March. Co-chair Zsuzsanna Döme argued alcohol & designer drugs cause much greater social harm, www.euronews.com/2025/04/20/d...

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One resilient crop holds unique promise for Ukraine’s recovery: hemp. With wide-ranging uses—construction materials, food, textiles, bioplastics—hemp could play a foundational role in efforts to rebuild sustainably, backed by the country’s rich agricultural tradition. hemptoday.net/the-ukraine-...

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Drug-related law enforcement is more likely to increase violence than reduce it, indicates a report commissioned by the UK government. “Available evidence suggests that drug-related law enforcement activities are of limited effectiveness in reducing violence”. www.marijuanamoment.net/drug-enforce...

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Drug policy, one of the most hotly debated topics internationally. More & more countries/organisations promoting reform toward public health & human rights, a paradigm shift: abandoning the war on drugs, moving toward policies that protect lives, health & dignity. softsecrets.com/en-GB/articl...

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New York state celebrated its fifth 4/20 since legalising cannabis, but it remains illegal to possess on college campuses under federal law. While illegal on campuses, state cannabis industry skyrocketed since March 2021, generating over $1 billion in revenue in 2024. dailyorange.com/2025/04/expl...

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In US states where both medical and recreational cannabis use are legal, fewer patients are filling prescriptions for medications used to treat anxiety. Benzodiazepine use, like opioid use, can be dangerous, especially when the two classes of drugs are used together. hiphopcanada.com/legalized-ma...

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More than a hundred peaceful picnickers gathered in Melbourne’s Flagstaff Gardens in support of legalisation of cannabis on Sunday 20 April (420), during a federal election campaign in which independents & minor parties are expected to play a defining role #Auspol www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

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🌿Some studies from 2024 (and earlier) on the use of Cannabis sativa and mental health and the news is, Cannabis is good for your mental health (no surprise considering we have an Endocannabinoid System)!🌿We just need the prohibitionists to stop looking for the bad! www.lcqparty.org/cannabis_and...

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Hemp Connect Forum Australian Hemp Council Hemp in modern construction 25-27 Jun 2025, Melbourne Hemp-based materials offer exceptional benefits—fire, pest, mould resistant, superior thermal properties & strength—yet lightweight, environmentally friendly australianhempcouncil.org.au/hemp-connect...

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Qld Candidate—House of Representatives for LEICHHARDT Nic knows the issues & that people are fed up with the major parties doing nothing. Now is the time for a big crossbench to work with both majors to get a better deal. L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1⃣ LCP! www.legalisecannabis.org.au/nicholas_dan...

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Critics of current drug policies argue incarcerating non-violent offenders burdens an overtaxed prison system & contributes to social and economic marginalisation. Family members & community leaders raise concern such penalties curtail future opportunities. independentaustralia.net/life/life-di...

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Legalise Cannabis Party message for today. We celebrate cannabis & its benefits for health & wellbeing. From reducing stress to aiding sleep, cannabis has been a gentle ally for centuries. Whether learning, growing, or enjoying the day, 420’s a time to connect, unwind & appreciate nature’s medicine!

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Some Bunny's Baked! Enjoy #fourtwenty 🌿 and Easter Sunday 🐣

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Qld Candidate—House of Representatives for McPHERSON Jeff overcame 2 bouts of cancer in 6 years. Terminally ill friend introduced him to edibles—he experienced significant improvement in sleep, pain management & appetite. L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1⃣ LCP! www.legalisecannabis.org.au/jeff_knipe_c...

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Queensland Candidate for the House of Representatives for BONNER Craig supports easier access to medicinal cannabis, legalisation of recreational use, personal freedoms, social justice and evidence-based policy. L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1⃣ LC Party! www.legalisecannabis.org.au/craig_hill

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Queensland Candidate for the House of Representatives for BLAIR Anthony joined LC Qld as a foundation member—to truly represent the people's voice. He went on to serve as LCQ President for three years before retiring. L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1⃣ LCP! www.legalisecannabis.org.au/anthony_hopk...

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Cannabis use by veterans with post-traumatic stress is linked to reduced stress & better same-night sleep quality. Researchers concluded: “Future research should aim to elucidate the chronic effects of cannabis use on sleep & stress to guide evidence-based recommendations”. norml.org/news/2025/04...

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Largest study investigating medical cannabis treatment for cancer—overwhelming scientific support for cannabis’ potential to treat cancer symptoms & fight cause of the disease as cannabis has the potential to fight cancer cells, killing them, stopping their spread www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

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Queensland Candidate for the House of Representatives for DICKSON David is dedicated to ensuring all Australians have freedom to choose cannabis without fear of unjust penalties or discrimination. L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1⃣ Legalise Cannabis Party www.legalisecannabis.org.au/david_zaloud...

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54% of Americans believe store-bought cannabis contains pesticides—62% concerned, not knowing exactly what’s in products they consume. Strong interest by consumers for growing their own—62% would rather cultivate themselves—76% say home grow would save money. www.ganjapreneur.com/survey-finds...

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Voter dissatisfaction with major political parties could open the door for the Legalise Cannabis Party at the upcoming federal election, as senate hopeful Fiona Patten formally announced plans to prioritise a new inquiry into medicinal cannabis if she is elected. www.cannabiz.com.au/voter-frustr...

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First company to release verified medicinal cannabis products in New Zealand is winding down operations following a strategic review. Tilray confirmed it will exit the NZ market 31 May with the company intending to focus efforts on growing business in Australia. www.cannabiz.com.au/tilray-to-ex...

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One of Australia’s leading prescribers, Dr Nic Giummarra, stepping back from industry amid rising frustration patients educated to treat clinics & the medicine “like McDonalds”. Industry advocates “wearing blinkers” in a “bubble”, “nothing else besides cannabis”. www.cannabiz.com.au/patients-tre...

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🗳️Early voting opens on Tuesday 22 April📆 🫵Use your vote to ensure we get the best outcome for cannabis law reform with this easy guide!🪴 Remember to L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1️⃣ Legalise Cannabis Party #Legalise 🌿 #Cannabis 🌱 #Homegrown 🪴 #PlantMedicine ⚕️ #Auspol2025 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 legalisecannabis.org.au

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Basketball players have started to use THC products as an aid for sleep & recovery. THC interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system, known to help regulate sleep cycles & stress responses & may reduce time it takes to fall asleep & promote deeper relaxation. www.talkbasket.net/193212-thc-f...

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In North Dakota, rows of tall, leafy hemp plants sway & in countless corners of the world, crops used for textiles, food, or insulation are now reimagined as walls, roofs & entire homes. Bio-based building materials—the future of housing starts in the soil #hemp offsiteinnovators.com/from-field-t...

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🌱Hemp seeds, nutritious plant-based protein source, provide many health benefits, including supporting digestion & heart health 100% Vegan All essential Amino Acids Complete Protein Dairy-Free Easy to Digest Gluten-Free High in Healthy Omega-3 & -6 Essential Fatty Acids www.lcqparty.org/hemp_seeds

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Chile may join the list of legalised nations, lawmakers having recently introduced a measure that would legalise cannabis for adult use. Advocacy groups are rallying behind it & a top presidential candidate has pledged to push for legalisation if elected. #auspol internationalcbc.com/chile-is-con...

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Cannabis sativa has not changed in thousands of years, 🔬 Science is only now rediscovering its value 🤝 Patients are guiding policy with lived truth 🌱 Doctors are learning what they were never taught We are not starting from scratch, we are returning to something that has always worked. 👨‍⚕️B Caplan MD

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To help educate Canadians about problems with Canada’s legal cannabis system, activists at FAIR Cannabis are proud to launch a website providing a unified platform for consumers, business owners, patients & advocates to rally behind a better cannabis landscape www.cannabisculture.com/content/2025...

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American alcohol retail industry group argues cannabis should be regulated like booze—incl. cannabis products sold only by businesses licensed to sell alcohol. The group contends alcohol retailers, “with many decades of proven compliance, are best positioned”. www.marijuanamoment.net/alcohol-reta...

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15 April, recreational sales begin in Colorado Springs. 22 storefronts secured active rec. licences. Voters in Colorado’s second-largest city passed a measure allowing retail pot last November, more than a decade after the state became first in the nation to legalise. www.cpr.org/2025/04/12/c...

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Exploring cannabis consumption stigma in Canada with consideration of age and gender differences Stigma remains a concern, particularly toward younger cannabis consumers highlighting importance of developing targeted, early interventions & education strategies. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Fresh efforts to decriminalise cannabis & kick start the industrial hemp sector to be introduced in WA. Legalise Cannabis MP Dr Brian Walker said, “Our industrial hemp industry is drowning in a sea of over-regulation... too many hoops for growers to jump through". www.cannabiz.com.au/legalise-can...

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Before prohibition. Cannabis has been banned for a century. It is way past time Cannabis is re-legalised for all its uses. Australia could lead the world in hemp products if only governments have the nous to invest in the future. On 3 May 2025 L👀k for the Leaf 🌿 Vote 1️⃣ Legalise Cannabis Party

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🔥 Lower temp 180–190°C 356–374°F 💨 Smaller, slower hits ⏱️ Skip the breath-hold: THC absorbs quickly 💧 Hydrate before, during & after 🧊 Cool down: Ice bongs, sip cold water 🚫 Avoid additives: Esp. PG/VG in oil pens 🧼 Keep it clean: Residues add irritants hempedification.wordpress.com/2025/04/13/c...

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Remember to L👀k for the Leaf🌿 Vote 1⃣ Legalise Cannabis Party 🌿Phytoremediation basically refers to the use of plants (and associated soil microbes) to reduce the concentrations or toxic effects of contaminants in the environment. #hemp #auspol #hemplime #hempcrete #hemphomes #hempindustry

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Argentina’s Patagonia marked a milestone with the first modern-era hemp harvest—potential economic & environmental transformation for southern tip of the country. Hemp stakeholders say growing global demand & supportive regulatory frameworks offer opportunity. #hemp hemptoday.net/stakeholders...

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