New York to announce legalization of medical marijuanaJanuary 6, 2014 - 16:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is to announce the legalisation of medical marijuana for those with serious illnesses in his state, Belfast Telegraph said. New York will join 20 other U.S. states and Washington DC in permitting the sale, possession and use of marijuana for medical purposes. Washington state has also legalised recreational marijuana. According to The New York Times, Governor Cuomo will unveil the plans in his annual State of the State address on Wednesday, Jan 8. Several bills to legalise the drug have made it through the New York state assembly only to be stalled in the Republican-controlled state senate. Governor Cuomo intends to overrule the senate with an executive order, allowing 20 New York hospitals to prescribe cannabis to patients suffering from serious conditions. Governor Cuomo’s change of heart reflects a growing shift in public opinion on the issue of marijuana legalisation. Recent polls suggest about half of the U.S. population now supports an end to its prohibition. Related links: Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |