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Economic Watch: Chengdu World Games ignite sports, event-related economies
Xinhua News Agency
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by Xinhua writers Wu Qiong and Shi Yifei CHENGDU, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- The 12th World Games, being held in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, is not only a spectacular display of athletic prowess but also a powerful catalyst for local...
Golden Acre, Cape Town Station, The Mutual: How this CBD precinct got its groove back
IOL
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With the R781-million sale of Cape Town’s Golden Acre Shopping Centre finally a done deal - what can Capetonians expect in this bustling heart of the CBD? Well, a completely new world, say property experts. Three major redevelopments in this...
Three stays that prove the Joburg CBD still has style
Mail & Guardian
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August 13, 2025
Reflecting the past?: The Rand Club is filled with history. Johannesburg’s woes are well known — even more so those of the inner city. So why would you want to stay there for business or pleasure purposes? Surely, hotels there are rundown too … or...
Europe’s safest cities ranked: The top destination offers both historic charm and peace of mind
Euronews
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August 12, 2025
Dubrovnik is Europe’s safest city, according to new research by tour operator Riviera Travel, which unveiled its ranking of the safest cities on the continent. Although factors like activities, weather and budget usually shape holiday...
SUNY New Paltz launches online cannabis workshop
Daily Freeman - New York
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August 14, 2025
NEW PALTZ, N.Y. — The SUNY New Paltz School of Business has launched a new “Cannabis On-Demand Workshop,” an online program designed for dispensary owners, operators and retail professionals, according to an announcement. The announcement said the...
Lumberjack amputates ears and penis during psychotic episode linked to cannabis and kratom use
PsyPost
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August 14, 2025
A new case report published in Frontiers in Psychiatry describes the harrowing experience of a 31-year-old man in the Czech Republic who amputated both ears and his penis during a psychotic episode. The incident occurred after he consumed a...
KOICA sends 2 volunteers to Lanka as part of World Friends Korea Programme
The Island
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August 14, 2025
The government’s plan to launch cannabis cultivation in Mirigama through seven foreign companies has drawn sharp criticism from the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC), which has raised concerns over security and economic viability. ADIC...
Delta-10 vs. Delta-8: Which One Wins? (Plus, Top 12 Picks to Try)
The Ripon Commonwealth Press - Wisconsin
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5. Apollo Small, American-owned brand. Plenty of product options to choose from. 30-Day money-back guarantee on all orders. Sells both delta-8 and delta-10 products. Apollo has taken a different approach by cutting out the middleman in...
Here's everything you need to know about the new Western Sydney International Airport
Time Out
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Jetsetters of the Harbour City, we’ve got updates. Back in 2014, the Australian Federal Government committed to transforming a greenfield site on the western outskirts of Sydney into a huge international airport. Now, the architecturally striking...
CBD Research Roundup
Cannabis Science & Technology
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August 12, 2025
Recent Study Finds THC Labeling More Accurate in Concentrate Products Than Cannabis Flower According to a recent study titled, “Accuracy of labeled THC potency across flower and concentrate cannabis products”, research showed that out of the...
Hayfork, California Launches World's First Cannabis-Forward Destination Brand: Adventure Grows In Hayfork
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- ACCESSWIRE) HAYFORK, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / August 14, 2025 / In a groundbreaking move for tourism and cannabis culture, Hayfork, a remote mountain town in California's famed Emerald Triangle, has launched the world's first...
State auditor finds widespread mismanagement at Cannabis Control Commission
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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An audit of the state’s troubled Cannabis Control Commission has found widespread mismanagement, violations of state regulations, and procedural inequities at the agency charged with regulating the marijuana industry in Massachusetts, State...
How to Choose the Best CBD Gummies for Your Health Goals
International Business Times
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August 14, 2025
The popularity of CBD products continues to rise as people look for natural ways to support their physical and mental wellbeing. Among the many available options, CBD gummies have become a favorite for beginners and experienced users alike. Their...
Don’t discard Cannabis leaves – they contain rare flavoalkaloids
IOL
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In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers at Stellenbosch University have identified a rare class of chemical compounds, flavoalkaloids in the leaves of Cannabis plants for the first time. These compounds, known for their antioxidant and...
Canada: Nearly Eight in Ten Consumers Say They Obtain Cannabis Exclusively From Legal Markets
NORML
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August 14, 2025
Waterloo, Canada: Most Canadian cannabis consumers have transitioned to the legal marketplace following nationwide legalization, according to survey data published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Review. An international team of investigators from...
Texas Lawmakers Take Up Bill To Ban Hemp THC Products As Democratic Walkout Prevents Floor Vote
Marijuana Moment
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August 14, 2025
Texas lawmakers took up a bill on Wednesday that would ban consumable hemp products containing THC. But despite the committee hearing being held, the legislation isn’t expected to advance during an ongoing special session as Democratic state...
Students gear up for world solar car challenge
The SE Voice
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August 14, 2025
Using a fully solar-powered vehicle built from scratch, university students will race across Australia as part of the world’s biggest solar car challenge aimed to foster sustainable transport innovation. The biannual event, Bridgestone World Solar...
Cannabis ETFs Light Up As Trump Eyes Marijuana Reclassification
Benzinga
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Cannabis stocks and ETFs launched a blistering rally last week after President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration is considering a historic reclassification of marijuana to a less restrictive drug category. Tilray is up around 35% in...
GOP lawmaker files federal cannabis rescheduling bill (Newsletter: August 14, 2025)
Marijuana Moment
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August 14, 2025
IN gov: Fed marijuana reform could boost state legalization; DEA “drug slang” quiz; Study: Medical cannabis for pain; SXSW psychedelics panels Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best...
From Amsterdam to America: Why US Growers Choose European Genetics
The Daily Caller
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August 14, 2025
As cannabis legalization sweeps across the United States, a quiet shift is taking place in the world of cultivation. While American breeders dominate headlines with flashy hybrids and sky-high THC figures, a growing number of home growers and...