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WednesdayApr 08, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Federal Government to Fund Research into Effects of COVID-19 on Marijuana Consumers

The last time the world faced anything as life-changing as the Coronavirus was a century ago. The pandemic has shown just how unprepared most countries were for a health crisis of this magnitude. The virus first appeared in Wuhan, China and has spread to all continents except Antarctica. Over 1.3 million individuals have been infected worldwide, with at least 73,000 lives lost. The virus shares many symptoms with pneumonia, and it attacks the respiratory system. Although everyone is at risk of infection, individuals with weak immune systems are at a higher risk of succumbing. Countries like Italy with a large…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Massachusetts Sees More Applications for Medical Marijuana Cards During COVID-19 Pandemic

As the novel Coronavirus keeps the world in a perpetual state of fear and uncertainty, Massachusetts has registered an upsurge in the number of people seeking medical marijuana cards. This has been a consistent theme in most states that allow medical marijuana, with both medical and recreational marijuana stores experiencing increased demand. COVID-19 first appeared in Wuhan, China in late 2019 and three months later has infected over 1.3 million individuals and claimed at least 73,000 lives. The U.S. has become the epicenter of the Coronavirus pandemic with over 360,000 infections and 10,764 deaths. Understandably, most of the country has…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 1:28 pm

Insights of the U.S Pot Consumers Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

The global pandemic coronavirus pushed people to stock up on goods when global leaders started to implement national lockdown to limit the spread of the virus. While the average person stocks up on food, toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and face masks, others stock up on marijuana. How many of them did so for medical purposes? What about recreational? A study conducted by the AmericanMarijuana.org involved 990 survey takers of the U.S. marijuana consumers and their purpose, usage, and preferred activity to perform at home during the quarantine or also known as “shelter in place” in some areas. U.S Marijuana Consumers'…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 11:42 am

SinglePoint Inc. (SING) Seizes Fresh Market Opportunities, Continues Capitalizing on Solar Amid Triple-Digit Growth

SING generated 190% year-on-year revenue growth, looking for more roll-up solar acquisitions Company expands into new lucrative markets as opportunities arise; launches hemp-infused hand sanitizers, expands rapidly into profitable commercial solar sector SING poses attractive investment opportunity, potential for high growth opportunities for investors Adept at analyzing market trends and selecting initiatives with untapped growth potential, SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) is a diversified holding company that focuses on acquisitions of small to mid-sized companies, assisting them to become multi-national brands while providing investors with high growth opportunities across a wide range of assets and industries. SING has reported significant revenue…

TuesdayApr 07, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – North Dakota Campaigners Suspend Marijuana Legalization Drive Due to COVID-19

Three months after first appearing Wuhan, China, the Coronavirus has left the entire world in a panic. Most of us have never experienced something of such epic proportions, with more than one million people infected and over 60,000 lives lost. Presently, most governments have issued directives to help curb the spread of the virus. People are directed to stay indoors and only leave when they absolutely have to, and all but the most essential businesses have shut down operations. Unsurprisingly, this hasn't been easy on the economy, with more than 6 million people filing for unemployment last week, the largest…

MondayApr 06, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – How Cannabis Retailers Can Protect Themselves and Their Clients Amidst COVID-19

To reduce the spread of the Coronavirus, most governments have implemented lockdowns of varying degrees. People are encouraged to stay indoors unless they absolutely have to, public gatherings have been banned and all but the most essential businesses have been shut down for the time being. Essential businesses include supermarkets and grocery stores, pharmacies, and daycare centers. To the delight of the patients and over 200,000 employees who rely on the industry, the cannabis industry has been deemed essential by a number of states. Cannabis is quite effective against stress, anxiety, and depression, after all. On top of that, a…

MondayApr 06, 2020 12:45 pm

SinglePoint Inc.’s (SING) Solar Energy Subsidiary Continues Revenue Growth, Expands into New Markets as Demand Escalates

Direct Solar posts 2019 unaudited gross revenue numbers of $2 million SING expands solar services into two new markets: Minnesota and Wisconsin Business model enables expansion without significant operational start-up costs due to leverage from existing infrastructure SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING), alongside subsidiary Direct Solar of America, is expanding its solar energy services into additional markets as the company continues its impressive revenue growth. The expansion comes as SING works to meet increased customer demand for solar solutions for homes and businesses. SinglePoint recently announced 2019 unaudited gross revenue numbers for Direct Solar of $2 million. That total is based…

MondayApr 06, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Gov. Cuomo Says Marijuana Legalization Unlikely This Year

The road to marijuana legalization in New York has been long, and according to state Governor Andrew Cuomo, it likely won't end this year. As the budget deadline rapidly approached with no concession on how to close a $15 billion budget gap, Cuomo stated that marijuana isn't going to be part of the state's budget this year. This is the second year in a row New York legislators have removed marijuana legalization from the state budget. When asked about the chances of including marijuana legalization in the annual budget during his daily Coronavirus briefing, the governor stated that it is…

FridayApr 03, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – COVID-19 Could Add Impetus to Campaigns for Marijuana Home Cultivation

Patients and industry players alike have applauded the decision by numerous states to classify marijuana as an essential commodity, allowing medical and recreational marijuana stores to remain open. As the Coronavirus pandemic ravages the U.S., several state governments have implemented statewide lockdowns to curb its spread. People are to practice self-isolation and only head outside for essentials like food and medicine, and all but the most essential businesses have been ordered to close. They are also encouraged to wash their hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer regularly. The open businesses include supermarkets, pharmacies, and daycare centers, and they…

FridayApr 03, 2020 12:18 pm

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) Well Positioned for Burgeoning Industrial Hemp, CBD Oil Market

Industrial hemp market estimated at $4.7 billion in 2019, expected to grow 15.8% by 2027 Company plans to capitalize on convergence of CBD within nutrition, health products market CIIX uniquely positioned to target China’s consumer base of nearly 2 billion people as CBD oil market becomes more mainstream As the leading financial information website for Chinese-speaking investors in the United States and China, ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) recognized early on the growing opportunity in the cannabis and industrial hemp industries. In a few short years the cannabis industry has grown rapidly and is expected to reach $2.1 billion in consumer…

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