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Smokin’ study: More college kids using weed than cigarettes
The number of U.S. college students regularly smoking marijuana is greater than it has been in 35 years, according to a study released on Tuesday.
Pot smoking more popular than cigarettes at colleges as it hits 35-year high
The number of U.S. college students regularly smoking marijuana is greater than it has been in 35 years, according to a study released on Tuesday.
Colorado targets edible pot products, seeks ban on calling it ‘candy’
Edible marijuana products in Colorado may soon come labeled with a red stop sign, according to a draft of new rules released by state marijuana regulators.
Holy smokes! Teen marijuana use not linked to later health issues, study finds
Chronic marijuana use among teenage boys does not appear to lead to later physical or mental health issues — like depression or psychotic symptoms...
Gone to pot: Nearly half of Americans say they have smoked marijuana
If public opinion is any indication, nationwide marijuana legalization might not be such a pipe dream after all. Forty-four percent of Americans say...
Nearly half of United States has tried marijuana: Poll
If public opinion is any indication, nationwide marijuana legalization might not be such a pipe dream after all. Forty-four percent of Americans say...
Researchers developing breath test for pot
Researchers at Washington State University (WSU) are working on a breath test to determine if a driver is under the influence of marijuana.
Chilean moms show increased support for growing medical marijuana
Despite the risk of jail time, about 100 parents in Chile have formed a group called Mama Cultiva or “Mama Grows”, to share knowledge about...
No brainer: Smoke weed every day and you’ll flunk school, report says
Teenagers under 17 who use cannabis daily are 60 per cent less likely to complete high school or get a degree than peers who have never taken the drug,...
Supporters, foes of pot legalisation post rival ads in NY Times
Supporters and opponents of the federal ban on marijuana took to the pages of The New York Times this weekend with full-page colour advertisements that...
High time: First marijuana farmers market in Los Angeles opens
Medical marijuana users in Los Angeles will now be able to buy pot directly from a farmers market the same say they purchase fresh fruit and vegetables.
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