Marijuana-Epilepsy Trials Proposed in Scotland
Researchers at Edinburgh University in Scotland hope to conduct clinical trials on an experimental epilepsy drug derived from marijuana.
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Legalising Cannabis: Uruguay's President Jose Mujica Asks World for Support
The South American country of Uruguay will become the first in the world to legalise, regulate and participate in the production and sale of marijuana.
Great Music While High: Mogwai
Mogwai makes the kind of music that almost seems designed to be listened to while high. A post-rock band from Glasgow, Scotland, Mogwai have been bringing blissful (mostly) instrumental rock tunes into the world for almost two decades,
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Ten Reasons Why the UK Needs Drug Policy Reform
Mike Power describes the failures of prohibition, giving ten reasons why the UK needs drug policy reform.
Did Cannabis Really Kill Gemma Moss? - You Decide
The death of British resident Gemma Moss is, without a doubt, a tragedy any way you look at it. I want to be very clear at the outset that, while I am suspicious of the coroner's ruling of a cannabis overdose, I in no way intend
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Vice: Meet the Guys Trying to Bring Cannabis Cafes to the UK
Vice tells the stories of two cannabis activists that are trying to bring cannabis cafes to the UK.
British Woman Does the Impossible, Dies of Weed Overdose
Gemma Moss reportedly died this week of a cannabis overdose. This is notable because it’s widely understood that death from pot is virtually impossible.
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Nottingham, UK: Bar Closed for Hosting Cannabis Club Event
A Nottingham bar was closed for hosting the Nottingham Cannabis Club, and law enforcement reminds us that all drugs destroy user's lives... Except alcohol.
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Reform Campaigner Opening Cannabis Cafe in Manchester
Colin Davies, a reform campaigner famous for giving the Queen a bouquet containing cannabis, is opening a cannabis cafe in Manchester, England.
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Vice: Is Britain Set for Its Very Own Cannabis Revolution?
Author Doug Fine recently spoke in London about the US cannabis revolution, asking if Britain is ready for its own.
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Cannabis Grow Accidentally Photographed in Real Estate Ad
Remnants of a UK cannabis grow were accidentally included in the photos on a real estate ad.
Cannabis Reform Could Earn UK Billions a Year, Studies Say
A recent study found that the UK would gain up to £1.25bn a year. Reynolds believes cannabis reform's potential economic benefits are outweighed by politics
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Cannabis Could Be Legalized in UK
The review could encourage the legalization of cannabis based on recent changes in US policy, and may even encourage legalizing 'club drugs'
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Scotland Police Left Cannabis in Rental Van
Trash bags packed with cannabis were found in a rental van after Coatbridge Police rented it.
Study: Drugs Cheaper and More Prevalent Despite Prohibition
The global supply of drugs has not been reduced in two decades. In particular, the data suggest that the supply of opiates and cannabis have increased
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UK Police Chief: It Is Time To End The War On Drugs
Mike Barton, Durham's chief constable says it's time to end the war on drugs. "What I am saying is that drugs should be controlled."
United Kingdom MMJ Patient Openly Passes Customs With Cannabis
A United Kingdom medical cannabis patient recently brought 18 tubs, containing 5 grams of cannabis each, home from a trip to Amsterdam. Openly declaring
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UK Conservative Party Deputy Leader's Call to Legalize Cannabis Welcomed
Peter Lilley urged Tory leadership contenders to urgently think about liberalizing the UK laws on cannabis.