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Archipelago 11 months ago

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Authorities deny closing Semeru National Park over illegal cannabis farms

In September of last year, the Lumajang Police discovered approximately 6,000 square meters of cannabis crops spread across 59 locations within the popular park and arrested six individuals from a nearby village in connection with the illicit activity.

Health 4 years ago

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Fighting for medicine: Three mothers’ uphill struggle to legalize medical marijuana

Three mothers of children with cerebral palsy fight to legalize marijuana for healthcare purposes.

Lifestyle 4 years ago

Farming pot abroad: The Indonesians living overseas as marijuana farmers

A growing number of Indonesians have found a career in farming marijuana -- just not in their home country

National 5 years ago

Mother’s love: Three women want cannabis legalized to help their children

Three mothers of sick children are fighting for legal changes to allow the use of cannabis for medical purposes.

National 5 years ago

Up in smoke: Ministry to revoke marijuana’s designation as ‘medicinal plant’

Agriculture Minister Syahrul Yasin Limpo has committed to “eradicate drug abuse”.

World 5 years ago

Lebanon legalizes medical marijuana amid virus, economic collapse

Lebanon's parliament voted to legalize growing marijuana for medical use on Tuesday, amid an economic crisis exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.

SE Asia 6 years ago

Indonesian activist prepares ground for future cannabis industry

A Jakarta-based activist is campaigning to change public perception and Indonesian policy so that patients suffering from chronic disease and pain can access the potentially life-changing treatment.

National 6 years ago

Cannabis coffee: Indonesia's sharia stronghold sidesteps drug ban

Pot was once so common in Aceh that locals grew it in their backyards and marijuana was sold to the public.But it was outlawed in the Seventies and Muslim majority Indonesia has since adopted some of the world's strictest drug laws, including the death penalty for traffickers.

National 7 years ago

Bali fashion designer arrested for growing marijuana

The Denpasar Police have arrested a fashion designer identified only as Nandi for allegedly growing marijuana at his house in Canggu, North Kuta, Bali. The police seized at least 22 marijuana plants, including dried marijuana leaves and seeds.

City 8 years ago

Small-time musician arrested for growing marijuana at home

A cafe musician Kaifu Loangadi, also known as Kevin, 26, was arrested by police in South Jakarta for allegedly growing marijuana inside his house in Kebagusan, Pasar Minggu.