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More than seven years after cannabis was legalized for adult use, Guam has officially issued its first operating license...
Curing (sometimes translated as «refining» or «maturation») is the controlled preservation stage of cannabis that follows drying and precedes consumption. It's a phase often overlooked by novice growers, yet decisive for the final quality of the product: aroma, smoke sweetness, potency and shelf life in [...].
You've just received a fine for cannabis use or possession and you're wondering if you can contest it? The answer is yes, but the procedure is technical, the time limits are short, and the consequences of a wrong decision can be worse than the fine itself. Here's everything you need to know before taking action. [...]
Broad spectrum is often presented as «the full THC-free spectrum», which is technically accurate but insufficient to understand what you're actually buying and why this format may be the best choice in many situations. Today, it's the recommended default format for the majority of CBD uses in France. What is a [...]
CBD is legal in France. Yet every year, thousands of consumers ask themselves the same question: can they test positive after consuming a CBD product? The short answer is: it depends on the product and the type of test. The full answer is more nuanced, and several French court cases have [...]
The cannabis in France has a long history of prohibition, dating back to Napoleon's return from Egypt. The legal restrictions on cannabis do not prevent its consumption on French territory, which since Europe's leading cannabis-smoking country. Newsweed covers all the latest developments on the decriminalization or legalization of cannabis in France, as well as the associations campaigning for a change in the law and the positions taken by French politicians on the subject. We also take a detailed look at what the cannabis law in France, and any future developments, such as the legality of CBD.
Cannabis is one of the most studied plants of the decade. Treatment-resistant epilepsy, chronic pain, spasticity, anxiety, insomnia, effects on cancer or Parkinson's patients: scientific publications are multiplying, clinical trials are piling up, and regulators are moving forward cautiously.
Since 2015, Newsweed has been tracking all the news at the intersection of cannabis and health: study results, market launches (Sativex, Epidiolex), prescription debates, patient testimonials and scientific controversies. A rigorous, French-language watch for patients, caregivers and the curious.
The cannabis market is undergoing an unprecedented global transformation. With the legalization of recreational cannabis in the United States, but now also in Europe and Asia, the expansion of medical cannabis and the structuring of the CBD sector in Europe, the industry is attracting investors, entrepreneurs and major groups to create or finance cannabis businesses.
Canada, Colorado, California... all these states witnessed a veritable green rush for the cannabis industry.
Newsweed deciphers the cannabis business in France and around the world: market trends, company strategies, investments, mergers and acquisitions, regulations, legalization and new trends in the cannabis industry.
The medical marijuana is now booming. Yet its therapeutic use dates back thousands of years to different cultures. Today, it is accepted for certain pathologies, and numerous studies are underway to determine the various applications of medical cannabis.
A growing number of countries now allow the medical use of cannabis, including Canada, Germany, 30 US states, Uruguay, Australia and Israel.
Medical cannabis can be prescribed in a variety of forms, from dried flower to tinctures and cannabis-infused foods.
In France, the medical use of cannabis is legal, even if no medication is available. However, it is possible to obtain a prescription for prescription for medical cannabis in France.
Dive into articles about the elements of culture around cannabis and how cannabis is shaping communities around the world.
A committee of the Irish Parliament, the Joint Committee on Drug Use, has published its final report, setting out 161 recommendations aimed at...
Since March 2021, Les Frères CBD has been building lasting relationships with its customers. This French brand, founded in Lyon, is built on three simple pillars:...
The Canadian hemp industry is calling for a comprehensive overhaul of the country’s regulatory framework, arguing that current rules continue to treat industrial hemp as...
In the French CBD market, which has become increasingly saturated in recent years, standing out is no easy feat. Some, however, are better at it...
The CBD market landscape in France is evolving rapidly and is expected to become more complex than ever by 2026. New market trends are reshaping every...
The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that regular cannabis use, in and of itself, does not automatically justify the loss of a person’s right to...
The hemp industry has never been more dynamic. After several years of profound changes, the sector continues to gain momentum both in France and internationally....
The French government is poised to take another step toward the absurdity of monitoring its own staff. According to a memo revealed by Politico, the Prime Minister...
Just a few weeks ago, the future of cannabis in Virginia seemed to be at a standstill. In May 2026, Governor Abigail Spanberger had vetoed two...
Researchers at the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV) in Brazil are studying whether hemp fibers could help improve the quality and shelf life of...
Los Angeles residents have approved a measure to tax illegal cannabis dispensaries, in a new attempt—which seems strange from our perspective—...
An urgent circular from the General Directorate of Health, dated June 11, 2026, sounds the alarm about a significant increase in cases of poisoning...
Nearly eight years after the Constitutional Court’s ruling authorizing the cultivation and possession of cannabis for personal use, South Africa is struggling...
HHC, THCP, THCJD, semi-synthetic or fully synthetic cannabinoids: in recent years, new compounds have proliferated on the European hemp market. For...
The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) posted another year of growth in 2025–2026, with sales reaching 809.5 million Canadian dollars (slightly...
New Zealand has raised the legal THC limit for hemp from 0.35% to 11%. These changes repeal the 2006 Hemp Regulations...
Nearly a million members of cannabis social clubs and coffee shops had their personal data exposed on the Internet for several weeks. The breach...
Editorial. «We don't have the capacity to deal with every case. The sentence doesn't come from an activist, but from a policewoman specializing in violence...
Cannabis remains by far the most widely consumed illicit substance in Europe, but its market is changing at a pace that makes it difficult to assess its...
On June 5, 2026, the Congress of New Caledonia adopted an ambitious strategic plan aimed at structuring a genuine hemp industry in the territory. À...
