After visiting the new Cookies Bangkok store in Thailand, Leafly’s Mikhail Harrison rolled up some GUMBO and ventured into the jungle for a super exotic session. If you could smoke weed with an elephant, which strain would you choose? I didn’t have Peanut Butter Breath on me. But luckily my friend Dumbo didn’t put his […] Original post here: I smoked a blunt on an elephant in Thailand

Although adult-use cannabis sales in Virginia were expected to begin no later than January 1, 2024, adult-use cannabis sales plans have stalled for the foreseeable future. Originally, cannabis for adult use was sent to the desk of former Gov. Ralph Northam by a Democratic-controlled General Assembly, who signed the law into law in April 2021. […] Original post here: Cannabis plans for adult use in Virginia have been halted due to failed bills

Cannabis research can be a fickle beast. Decades of Prohibition have created a lot of bureaucracy for researchers, so scientific understanding of the plant is still in its infancy. Because cannabis has not been extensively studied, research on it can go back and forth, and something that was proven one day may later be disproved […] Original post here: Does CBD reduce the effects of THC? Recent studies question a common belief

The Dutch government will launch a cannabis pilot program with the goal of full legalization. Wait, you might ask, doesn’t the country of Amsterdam cafes already have legal cannabis? Technically no. Not legal, like in Canada or Uruguay. The Dutch decriminalized cannabis in 1972, making possession of an ounce or less an offense. In 1976, […] Original post here: Netherlands launch cannabis pilot program

Camino Midnight Blueberry Gummies are #1 in a dreamy line of CBN-infused sleep products from Kiva. Sleep disorders are a common thread that confuses many. Lying awake, waiting for sleep that doesn’t come, waking up often, or getting up for the day unrested are all problems that plague a large number of people. If you’re […] Original post here: Meet Kiva's Dream Team, CBN-infused sleep edibles for a great night's sleep

There are just so many exciting jobs to discover when working in the cannabis industry. Recently, a German medical cannabis company – Cannamedical – just announced that it is recruiting a new employee interested in a quality assurance role. The job requirements are similar to those of a sommelier, but this time it’s about cannabis […] Original post here: Want a job as a cannabis sommelier smoking weed all day? Read this job advertisement!

Cannabis sales in Arizona topped $1 billion in 2022 as the state’s recreational marijuana market experienced strong growth in its second year of sales. Total cannabis sales last year were $1.4 billion, according to the Arizona Department of Revenue, an amount roughly in line with cannabis sales recorded in 2021. Adult cannabis sales in 2022 […] Original post here: Arizona Weed Sales Top $1 Billion in 2022

The strongest and wildest approach yet to discourage teenage tobacco use at the state level is taking shape. A new California law would ban all tobacco sales for residents born on January 1, 2007 or later. Under Assembly Bill 935, current smokers could continue to buy tobacco products, but anyone under the age of 16 […] Original post here: California law wants to ban the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 2006

Up until 3,500 years ago in ancient Greece, followers of a cult of the goddess Demeter participated in a secret and profound religious ceremony during which they consumed a hallucinogenic drink. The rituals were meant to re-enact the story of the goddess’ loss of her daughter to the god of the underworld and their subsequent […] Original post here: Psychedelics in Ancient Greece: Death and Rebirth During a Famous Religious Ceremony

Hundreds of Alaska residents will have their previous marijuana convictions removed from the state’s online court database. The move follows an order from the Supreme Court late last month, according to local media reports. Local news station KTUU reports that as of May 1, “marijuana possession convictions of nearly 800 Alaskan residents will be removed […] Original post here: Alaska scrubs hundreds of pot convictions from court database

Can you travel to the United States of America with cannabis? While states like Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and Washington do may have legalized it, cannabis is still banned federally. As such, cannabis may be […] Original post here: Can you travel to the United States with cannabis? - Hemp | weed

The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency this week suspended the license of one of the state-licensed marijuana processors, alleging that the company used illegal cannabis extract to manufacture some of its products. In an announcement from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) released Tuesday, the regulator said it had filed formal complaints against TAS Asset Holdings, […] Original post here: Michigan regulator suspends cannabis processor license

Eating edibles can be good for your health, but it’s important to mix it up. If you need to use cannabis for medical reasons, you can’t just eat infused baked goods and candy; especially if you consume it daily. Fear not because you can have your cake and eat it too… just not every day. […] Original post here: Cannabis Word Search - Play a game and eat your greens!

California will offer millions in grants to expand access to the regulated cannabis industry, the state announced last week. The Department of Cannabis Control said the grant program will be the first of its kind in the United States and will “provide resources for local jurisdictions to expand access to regulated cannabis products to underserved […] Original post here: California Announces New Funding Program to Strengthen Cannabis Industry

Authorities found Andrew Thornton, a cocaine smuggler, dead in a Tennessee yard in September 1985. He was carrying a bag of cocaine, a parachute that wouldn’t open and the key to a small plane found at a crash site about 60 miles away. The remainder of Mr. Thornton’s inventory, which they believed discarded on his […] Original post here: Cocaine Bear has nothing to do with Reefer Raccoon or the DQ McFlurry Skunk

Oklahoma voters could make history next month if they pass a vote legalizing cannabis use by adults. In preparation for this, advocates have begun to ramp up efforts to educate residents and raise awareness with a new internet and television advertising campaign. “Get the facts on the state’s Question 820. The law will regulate and […] Original post here: Oklahoma Legalization Campaign releases new video to educate voters

Lawmakers in the New Hampshire House of Representatives voted Wednesday to move forward with legislation that would legalize recreational cannabis in the Granite State. Members of the House of Representatives voted 234 to 127 to submit the bill to a committee for further consideration. The measure “would legalize the possession and use of cannabis for […] Original post here: Legalization Bill Advanced in the New Hampshire House

The Washington Senate this week passed a bill designed to protect cannabis users from discrimination in the workplace. The measure, Senate Bill 5123, passed the state Senate by a 28-21 vote on Wednesday and is now under consideration by the Washington House of Representatives. Under the law, employers would be prohibited from refusing to hire […] Original post here: The Washington Senate passes legislation outlawing discrimination against workers for pot use

In a small Texas town, tensions build between police, lawyers and elected officials. In Denton, Texas, police, who have sworn to protect and serve, are reportedly ignoring the will of the people and are continuing with subpoenas and arrests despite a cannabis decriminalization measure approved last year. NBC DFW reports that a “fight is brewing” […] Original post here: Texas police ignore local decriminalization ordinance despite voter approval

Cannabis has become a major source of income in the United States due to its legalization and increasing popularity. With the ever-growing demand for cannabis and other derived products, the cannabis industry has created thousands of jobs and generated billions of dollars in revenue. According to a report by New Frontier Data, the legal marijuana […] Original post here: Guess what's conservative Utah's biggest cash crop right now?

Most people still think that the levels of either the psychoactive compound THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) or the anxiolytic, relaxing CBD (cannabidiol) in cannabis products are the most important factors to look out for. However, there is a growing number of educated cannabis users who know that THC and CBD don’t need to be in the spotlight. […] Original post here: New study demonstrates therapeutic benefits of terpenes for the human body

Reese Benton opened the Posh Green Cannabis Boutique cannabis dispensary in San Francisco in 2020, cementing her place in history as the first black woman and first recipient of social justice to become the sole owner of a retail cannabis business. It only got harder from there: COVID, a lawsuit, safety issues, federal ban taxes, […] Original post here: Posh Green owner Reese Benton's life lessons

The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington (the Court) has affirmed the residency requirement established by the Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) in Brinkmeyer v. LCB. The residency requirement, which requires individuals who own or control a licensed business to establish residency six months before applying for a license, barred […] Original post here: Washington's residency requirement upheld in court. . . Once again

There’s a mass cannabis exodus out of California, and no, that’s not a reference to the Bob Marley song, although you should snag Marley Natural while they’re still golden, Cali buddies. However, another legacy stoner brand, that of San Francisco-born Jerry Garcia, the late co-founder and lead singer of The Grateful Dead, the Garcia Hand […] Original post here: Jerry Garcia's cannabis brand joins California's mass extinction

Cannabis was once the black sheep of the plant world. It has been the subject of fierce debate, demonized by governments, feared by citizens, and shrouded in an aura of danger and mystery. For decades, the plant languished in the shadows, relegated to the fringes of society and relegated to illegal substance status. But over […] Original post here: Hop Latent Viroid - The invisible threat plaguing the cannabis industry

Cannabis vending machines – now capable of labeling and dispensing cannabis products in real time – represent a significant shift in the way cannabis products are normalized and are the new norm in Colorado. Boulder, Colorado-based Terrapin has installed its first technology-driven ACE (Automated Cannabis Experience) vending machine at its Aurora Terrapin Care Station location. […] Original post here: Cannabis vending machine with live labels and bags in Colorado City

Alright, now that the lovey holiday’s over & I’m not ruining anyone’s relationship, let’s get into the weird. I’m treading lightly here, but this is the best shot I can take at explaining the vibrant subcultures of a foreign world while still respecting our domestic political-correctness. Please don’t cancel me. Nana Plaza I’ll admit up […] Original post here: The Gang Goes to Thailand: Learning the Thai Way (Part 3)

Cannabiz Media’s Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating, does a recap of the 2022 Licensing Leaderboards and shows you what we’ve seen in looking back at all the licenses that were issued. Press the Play button below to listen to the podcast. ⇨ Follow the Link to Listen to Previous Episodes of the Cannacurio Podcast.‍ ⇨ […] Original post here: Cannacurio Podcast Episode 47 2022 Licensing Leaderboard Recap

Can you travel with cannabis in Canada? Canada has legalized cannabis for recreational use, but there are still some rules and restrictions on traveling with cannabis within the country. It is generally legal to travel within Canada with recreational cannabis as long as you meet certain requirements. For example, you must be of legal age […] Original post here: Can you travel with cannabis in Canada? - Hemp | weed

Cannabis “hangovers” don’t affect next-day performance, new study finds Weed hangover: We all know that. Maybe you smoked too many joints the day before, smoked one huge hit too many from a bong, or consumed some really strong edibles. Then you wake up the next day feeling groggy and tired, similar to how you would […] Original post here: No cannabis hangover? New study says cannabis use has no effect on next-day performance

Democratic lawmakers in Iowa on Tuesday introduced legislation that would legalize adult marijuana use in the state and pave the way for a regulated cannabis market. “We’ve been listening to Iowans and hearing from people of all parties in every corner of the state who firmly believe it’s time to legalize marijuana. This sensible bill […] Original post here: Iowa Democrats introduce bill legalizing pot

Police in the Republic of Ireland announced this week that law enforcement officers have seized more than 250 pounds of cannabis as part of an ongoing effort to crack down on organized crime activity in the Dublin area. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Garda (Irish national police) said the seizure led to the […] Original post here: Irish police seize more than 250 pounds of weed

How PassYourTest can support your annual abstention. We here at Leafly pride ourselves on being cannabis’ most passionate advocates, but even our most dedicated daily dabbers agree that sometimes it’s good to take a break. Taking a break from your cannabis use for a few weeks can have numerous benefits that make the time spent […] Original post here: More Than a T-Break: The Benefits of a Yearly THC Detox

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) says Delta-8 and -9 THCO are controlled substances, even if they’re derived from hemp. The DEA said that delta-8 and -9 THCO “do not occur naturally in the cannabis plant and can only be obtained synthetically and therefore do not fall within the definition of hemp.” Since the Farm Bill […] Original post here: THCO is a controlled substance: DEA

Cannabis has gained widespread acceptance and use over the years, but it’s not just humans who are part of this trend. Many pet owners give their furry friends cannabis-based products. While the potential benefits of cannabis for treating certain pet diseases are being explored, it is important to note that cannabis intoxication in dogs is […] Original post here: Does your dog like to get high?

There have been promises of pardon, but that seems like nothing but hot air! The concept of political promises and failure to keep them has been a recurring theme throughout the story. From the Treaty of Versailles, which promised an end to the war but instead led to another global conflict, to the New Deal, […] Original post here: President Biden made promises of forgiveness, but were they nothing but hot air?

A US Senate panel last week approved a bill directing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to research cannabis as a treatment for chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The bipartisan bill, introduced Feb. 9 by Democratic Sen. Jon Tester of Montana and co-sponsored by Sen. Dan Sullivan, a Republican from Alaska, was approved […] Original post here: Senate panel approves cannabis research bill

Nicht jeder ist bereit, in dem Moment, in dem er Ihre E-Mail-Marketing-Nachricht erhält, bei Ihnen zu kaufen. Das ist eine grundlegende Wahrheit, die Sie akzeptieren müssen, sonst werden Ihre E-Mail-Marketing-Initiativen niemals die Ergebnisse liefern, die Ihr Unternehmen will und braucht. Aus diesem Grund ist die Erstellung von E-Mail-Marketing-Funnels, die darauf ausgelegt sind, potenzielle Kunden von […] Original post here: Aufbau eines E-Mail-Marketing-Funnels für den Vertrieb

When it comes to dabbing, there are so many ways to dress up your gear. If you’re an enthusiast, it can be difficult to quell your urge for the latest toy, and if you’re new to this world, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here’s a handpicked selection of dab rigs and […] Original post here: The best dab rigs of 2023 [$60-$400]

Driving stoned. It has become one of the most vexing law enforcement challenges in the age of legalization, as police officers across the country struggle to reconcile their jurisdiction’s new cannabis laws with their job of keeping the streets safe. The Washington Post detailed how a Maryland police department, where voters passed a measure last […] Original post here: The police get people high as part of the "Stoned Driving" training

Cannabis for ovarian cancer shows promise as researchers test cannabinoids in new studies According to the American Cancer Society, over 19,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2023. Another 13,000 women will die from this terrible disease. It is the eighth most common cancer in women worldwide. It’s difficult to diagnose because the […] Original post here: Cannabis Compounds That Fight Ovarian Cancer?

By John Schroyer The Sunshine State is apparently full of cannabis fans. According to state data, the number of registered medical marijuana patients in Florida increased 71% in the last two years alone, skyrocketing to 779,465 by the end of 2022. That’s an increase from 455,425 registered MMJ patients in 2020, The Center Square reported. […] Original post here: The number of medical marijuana patients in this state increased by 71% in two years

By Fiona Jackson Sativa strains have long been known to have potent psychedelic effects. This is the strain you would run to if you needed to have a creative breakthrough or if you need to work the graveyard shift. Though the effects of sativa strains are often desirable and helpful, sometimes they can literally cause the […] Original post here: What Does Sativa Do? And What Are The Best Strains?

February 20th is Plant Medicine Thank You Day, when we celebrate the benefits and healing properties of plant medicine. Of course, this is a grassroots movement. The United Nations declare May 12 “International Plant Health Day” when they seek to raise global awareness of “how protecting plant health can help end hunger, reduce poverty, reduce […] Original post here: Plant Medicine Thank You Day: 5 Plants to Say Thank You - Cannabis | weed

City leaders in Solvang, California, made a decision Monday on whether or not to allow the sale of recreational cannabis in their jurisdiction. The Santa Maria Times reports that City Council members in Solvang, about 130 miles offshore Los Angeles, “voted 3-2 to seek further input from law enforcement before considering an update to the […] Original post here: Solvang, CA. Delays the decision on whether to allow recreational pot sales

Stoner Meets A.I – When Creativity, Cannabis and Generative Art Mix You get Magick!   There’s so much content on the internet it’s absolutely mindboggling. I know I have added a tiny droplet in the infinite pool of content you can find online – however, for the most part – the content online isn’t “all […] Original post here: When AI Generated Art and Creativity Meet Cannabis

While browsing an antique shop in Quito, I came across a book called Shabono: A Visit to a Remote and Magical World in the South American Rain Forest, written by an anthropologist named Florinda Donner. Published in 1982, I expected it to be like most academic texts: interesting but long-winded and dusty. Instead, I got […] Original post here: The anthropologist who became the leader of the shaman cult

Amsterdam bans smoking weed in the red light district The Red Light District of Amsterdam is a haven for tourists seeking relief from the rules and regulations of everyday life. However, residents of this vibrant neighborhood strive to tone down the wild vibe. The City Council recently announced that cannabis use would be banned on […] Original post here: Everyone is rushing to legalize weed, but Amsterdam can't get rid of it fast enough?

A Virginia legislature this week declined to introduce a bill to regulate retail cannabis sales, effectively scrapping a proposal that would have set the stage for recreational marijuana sales to begin by 2024. The measure, Senate Bill 1133 by Democratic Sen. Adam Ebbin, was defeated by a House subcommittee on Tuesday by a 5-3 vote […] Original post here: Virginia Legislature throws out retail cannabis law

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In a seismic departure from the way nearly all major social media platforms handle cannabis ad content, Twitter announced that it will be the first to allow US-based cannabis-related ads Twitter announced that it will allow advertisers to promote cannabis-related branded and informational content in the following categories: CBD and related cannabinoid products; THC and […] Original post here: Twitter allows THC, CBD and related ads in the US