
Spannabis Announces 2026 Bilbao Expo Dates
Spanish cannabis exposition, Spannabis has announced the dates of the 2026 event, happening on 17, 18, and 19 April, 2026. Spannabis 2026 will be held at the Bilbao Exposition Center (BEC) in northern Spain. Spannabis’ move to Bilbao was announced in early 2025, shortly before the 2025 edition of Spannabis held at Fira Cornellà in Barcelona. The expo’s move is a result of the scheduled demolition of the Fira Cornellà venue, Spannabis’ home for the

Proposed Legislation For Medical Cannabis in Slovenia
Slovenia is making strides in the cannabis industry with a proposed medical cannabis law that is projected to boost the market by 4% annually, reaching over €55 million by 2029. Now, Slovenia joins France as the most recent European country to propose medical cannabis reform. The proposed bill aims to provide patients with access to medical cannabis products while also creating a regulatory framework that promotes transparency and quality control. The team at the International

French Medical Cannabis Proposal Awaits EU Approval
In a groundbreaking move, the French government has officially advanced plans for a medical cannabis program, marking a significant shift in drug policy within the country. Just last month, patients were bracing for the end of the 4-year pilot period and the need to seek alternative remedies. The government had recently instructed the 1,600 participants in the French medical cannabis experiment, which began in 2021, to seek alternative treatments as they prepared to wean themselves

Next Phase Of Netherlands ‘Wiet Experiment’ Begins
The “Experimental Phase” of the Netherlands Closed Coffeeshop Chain Experiment began on Monday.

ICBC Berlin 2025 Returns April 29-30 To Estrel Hotel
As cannabis policy modernization sweeps across Europe, Germany remains at the forefront. Already home to the largest medical cannabis industry in Europe, Germany’s adult-use industry is beginning to ramp up. Now with legalization and the opening of social clubs, Germany is poised to become a major player in the global cannabis market. The country’s progressive approach to cannabis regulation is attracting investment and fostering innovation within the industry. The International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) offers

Spannabis 2025, A Final Hoorah In Barcelona, Moves To Bilbao in 2026
Spannabis, Europe’s largest cannabis trade show and fair, has announced that its event in March 2025 will be the final one held in Barcelona. The event has taken place in the Spanish city of Barcelona since it began back in 2002. On March 13-15, 2025, Spannabis 2025 will celebrate its 22nd edition. However, they have announced that the event will be its final year in Barcelona. The 23rd edition of Spannabis will be moved to

NY Governor Proposes Cannabis Odor as Reasonable Cause
The governor of New York wants to allow police to use cannabis odor as reasonable cause for a driver’s impairment. Gov. Kathy Hochul’s recent budget plan included provisions to eliminate the prohibition on allowing law officers to establish probable cause for car searches, drug testing, and arrests based only on the scent of cannabis. The ban on searches based on scent was a fundamental component of New York’s 2021 legalization statute. A clause in a

OCM Begins Accepting Applications For Minnesota’s Recreational Cannabis Businesses
On Tuesday, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) began accepting applications for cannabis business licenses, eighteen months after the state legalized marijuana for adult use. This marks a significant milestone in the implementation of Minnesota’s recreational cannabis industry, as businesses can now start the process of legally selling recreational cannabis products to consumers. “Getting licenses into the hands of business owners is our priority. We’re looking forward to working with applicants to take the

Rochester’s Buddeez Dispensary Grand Opening March 8
Get ready to celebrate the grand opening of Buddeez Dispensary in Rochester, NY on March 8, 2025! This Veteran owned dispensary is sure to bring top-quality products and exceptional service to the community. Don’t miss out on this exciting event at 1460 Lyell Ave. Suite #200. Experience a unique shopping experience at Buddeez Dispensary, where you can support a Veteran-owned business while enjoying premium cannabis products. The current product line includes variety items from brands

WWE Cannabis Policy – Michin Confirms Wrestlers Can Smoke Weed
In the past, WWE had a strict zero-tolerance policy towards cannabis use among its talent. Disciplinary action, including suspension and terminations, would be taken against any wrestler found to be using marijuana. Now, cannabis is confirmed to no longer be on WWE’s banned substance list, allowing wrestlers to use it for both medicinal and recreational purposes. Brief History Of WWE’s Stance On Cannabis Usage Arrests for marijuana-related offenses hampered the careers of several wrestlers. Notably,

Military Police Destroy 7,755 Cannabis Plants in Cambodia
On February 14, military police in Cambodia’s Kampong Speu province destroyed 7,755 cannabis plants from three different operations. During an early morning raid, the cultivation sites, which encompass one hectare of land, were found. The cannabis cultivation operations were situated within a mountainous forest region in Kampong Speu, Cambodia. An operation was conducted at 7:36 AM on February 14 and was carried out by a combined team of eight provincial investigation officers and seven district

With Reduced Fact-Checking, Meta Restricts Cannabis Content
A new policy for reduced fact-checking will allow dangerous & malicious content on the platform, but still, Meta restricts cannabis content. Meta’s new policy on reducing fact-checking has sparked controversy among users and experts alike. While the social media giant claims that this move is aimed at promoting freedom of speech, many are concerned about the potential spread of misinformation on the platform. Interestingly, despite loosening restrictions on fact-checking, Meta continues to enforce stringent restrictions