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Hemp-based THC revenue may make cannabis stocks more appealing—but there are risks

With cannabis stocks showing steep losses this year on stalled legalization on the U.S. federal level, some companies in the sector are turning to the more thinly-regulated business of THC derived ...

Business - MarketWatch - 6 hours ago

While legalizing marijuana is in limbo, FDA clears a PTSD study that could boost cannabis stocks over time

The move marks a rare action by the FDA to sanction a study on cannabis despite the plant’s current Schedule I classification under federal law as a drug with no therapeutic use, in the same ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 22

Willie Nelson on his new album, cannabis cookbook, Kris Kristofferson and what makes a good song

Willie Nelson, who is 91, will release “Last Leaf on the Tree" on Friday, his second studio album this year

Entertainment - ABC News - November 1

Willie Nelson Shares New Album, Cannabis Cookbook, and What Makes a Song a Hit

Legendary musician Willie Nelson released his 153rd album and has no plan to slow down.

Business - Inc. - November 1

Florida Rejects Recreational Marijuana as Cannabis Stocks Plunge

A ballot measure to legalize recreational pot failed to reach the required 60 percent threshold for passage, and publicly listed companies’ shares dropped after a major market was closed to them.

Business - Inc. - November 6

The Dow traded above 45,000 for the first time. It may be time to rethink what makes a milestone.

The Dow flirted with another 1,000-point threshold Friday, but such milestones are growing ever less impressive.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 hours ago

Five things you may have missed from NFL Week 11: Missed and blocked field goals, Lions make history and more

Some major moments from around the league this week

Sports - CBS Sports - November 18

The real cannabis policy power lies beyond the Oval Office

Only Congress has the authority to fundamentally change cannabis laws.

Politics - The Hill - November 1

4 states had cannabis on the ballot Tuesday: Here's what happened

Voters in four states faced questions regarding marijuana legalization on Monday.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Cannabis stocks crater as Florida fails to garner needed votes for adult use

North Dakota and South Dakota also failed in their efforts to legalize cannabis for recreational use, while a medical measure passed in Nebraska.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

Cannabis stock valuations and investments hobbled by regulatory uncertainties, experts say

A reality check around regulatory challenges facing the cannabis sector has taken hold among some of the leading financiers in the industry, as optimism around the promise of a legal market has faded.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

Bottom Line: Cannabis industry calls in Trump transition alum

Marijuana The US Cannabis Council hired Mercury Public Affairs to lobby on issues related to the cannabis industry. The lobbyist on the account is Bryan Lanza, who served as communications ...

Politics - The Hill - November 19

YouTuber Rosanna Pansino smokes cannabis grown from her father’s ashes

Influencer lights joint in first episode of podcast to honor dying wish of father, who appeared in videos as Papa Pizza. A YouTube baking influencer made her late father the star of the first ...

World - The Guardian - November 19

Weed for PTSD? Eager for Better Cannabis Science, F.D.A. Clears Study.

The decision is the latest sign that federal health officials want more research on medical marijuana as its use grows.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 20

This Cannabis Company Is Snapping Up America's Craft Beer Brewers

Canada’s Tilray Brands built itself into one of biggest craft brewers in U.S.—“I’m either real smart or real dumb,” its CEO said.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Green Thumb Industries looks past ‘tricky time’ for cannabis stocks as the company notches another profit

Green Thumb’s Ben Kovler says the big drop in canna stocks this week isn’t causing the Chicago-based company to change course.

Business - MarketWatch - November 8

Trump AG pick Gaetz could be great for cannabis — but stock moves suggest confirmation is unlikely

If controversial Republican Matt Gaetz manages to win confirmation as attorney general, his tenure at the Justice Department is expected to be positive for the cannabis industry.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

France has the highest cannabis consumption in Europe. It’s high time to tax it | Alexander Hurst

With the nation’s finances in a parlous state, decriminalisation could raise millions of euros – as well as cut crime. France might not be broke , but the state of its public finances is, well, ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

To Whom It May Concern

Some tips for whoever ends up winning.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Jerry: 'Not crazy' Cowboys could keep McCarthy

Mike McCarthy's future as Dallas' coach has been a seasonlong question, but Jerry Jones said it's "not crazy" to think McCarthy could get a contract extension.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

An Israel-Hizbollah ceasefire may not be the end

Benjamin Netanyahu’s confidence risks hubris, while the militant group will already be plotting its rehabilitation

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

England's last executed 'witch' may have survived

A spelling error in a court document could mean the woman was not hanged, a Southampton historian says.

Jobless claims retreat for third straight week, hit lowest level since May

Initial jobless claims fell by 12,000 to 216,000 in the week ending Oct. 26, compared with economists’ expectations that claims would rise to 230,000.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

The Jobs Report on Friday May Be a Fluke and a Political Football

Economists expect the October data to show unusually weak job creation. But hurricanes and strikes may account for much of the shortfall.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

How the US election may unsettle Europe

Europeans mostly prefer Harris to Trump but challenges lie ahead on democracy, defence and economics

World - Financial Times - November 2

The Best Ever Game Controller May Be Set for a Comeback

The GameCube's controller remains a titan, which is why so many have “borrowed” from its design. But now things are afoot that signal Nintendo could be about to resurrect this gaming gem.

Tech - Wired - November 3

Watchdog says cladding removal deadline may be missed

It says up to 60% of buildings with dangerous cladding have still not been identified.

You May Not Be Able to Outrun a Vampire Bat

Scientists put the bloodsucking mammals on a treadmill to understand how they get the energy to chase down their next meal.

Science - The New York Times - November 7

With Trump Win, Musk’s Mars Dream May Advance

After bold, even overly ambitious comments about reaching the red planet, the billionaire founder of SpaceX may be positioned for added government support.

Business - Inc. - November 8

Assisted dying: caution and compromise may end in dissatisfaction

Politicians who support a law change in principle may still vote against the bill that currently falls short

World - Financial Times - November 12

At Long Last, the Surge in S.T.I.s May Be Leveling Off

Rates of gonorrhea declined in 2023, while diagnoses of syphilis and chlamydia held roughly steady, according to new C.D.C. data.

Health - The New York Times - November 12

The Trump majority may soon feel buyers’ remorse

The 2024 election results suggest that the Trump majority may soon have cause for second thoughts, as the proposed tax cuts and tariffs could lead to increased inflation and worker shortages, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Trump needs concessions from Putin — they may be forthcoming

The Russian president wants to save face on Ukraine but this doesn’t mean he won’t give anything away

World - Financial Times - November 14

Jobless claims fall to lowest level since May

Companies may not be hiring at the same pace as earlier in the year — but they are also not firing workers.