"Germany Embraces Legal Recreational Cannabis Use"

Germany has become the largest European Union country to legalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana for recreational use, allowing adults to carry up to 25 grams and keep up to 50 grams at home. The purchase and sale of cannabis remains prohibited, but adults can grow up to three plants for personal use or join licensed nonprofit growing cooperatives. The law also imposes restrictions for young adults and minors. The move has been celebrated by cannabis advocates and marks a significant shift in drug policy within the EU, although it has also sparked concerns about potential risks and challenges.