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Thailand to Allow Medical Marijuana, a First in Southeast Asia

Photo from NY Times article via Reuters Article by Richard C. Paddock, via The New York Times BANGKOK — In a region known for its harsh penalties for illegal drugs, Thailand is set to become the first nation in Southeast Asia to allow the use of marijuana...

Eddie Alvarez signs with Asia-based fight promotion One Championship

Article by Brett Okamoto, via ESPN Eddie Alvarez, one of the most accomplished lightweight martial artists of all time, has signed an exclusive deal with Asia-based fight promotion One Championship. One Championship officially announced the signing on Monday evening. Founder Chatri Sityodtong also posted a video of Alvarez...