Policy & Politics: Massachusetts cannabis activists packed Boston Common to oppose Question 8, warning the ballot measure could roll back recreational sales and tighten home growing and possession limits. Medical Education: Disabled veteran-owned Silly Nice launched “THE FIELD MANUAL,” a veterans-focused, citation-heavy cannabis education resource that stresses harm reduction and separates personal experience from clinical findings. Workplace Impact: A University of Georgia study highlighted fewer work absences among Illinois medical cannabis users dealing with chronic physical pain. Health & Safety: A New York City survey of adults 65+ found 22.2% used cannabis in the past year, with adverse effects common and a sizable share meeting cannabis use disorder criteria. Regulatory Implementation: An op-ed argues DEA rescheduling rollout needs stronger federal coordination with state regulators to avoid mismatches with state medical marijuana systems. Enforcement & Supply Chain: Hong Kong Customs seized about 6kg of suspected cannabis buds at the airport, arresting two passengers. Community & Culture: Boston Celtics legend Robert Parish partnered with Canna Provisions on a cannabis line aimed at managing his back pain.