Germany retreats on cannabis legalization after EU negotiations.

Germany has presented scaled-back plans to liberalize its cannabis rules, including decriminalizing possession of limited amounts and allowing members of nonprofit "cannabis clubs" to buy marijuana for recreational purposes. The proposal differs from one presented in October, which foresaw allowing the sale of cannabis to adults across the country at licensed outlets. The German government revised the plan following talks with the European Union's executive commission. The proposed new legislation foresees legalizing the possession of up to 25 grams of cannabis for recreational purposes and allowing individuals to grow up to three plants.