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The exploding health benefits of CBD + adaptogens
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Medical News
The benefits of CBD as well as adaptogens clearly fill a massive void in western medicine so it’s not surprising to see patients fall for their charms. Cannabidiol (CBD) may seem like it’s been a hot topic on the wellness front for quite some time now. After all, the non-psychoactive compound of marijuana has touted for its stress and anxiety-relie
When Howard Hesseman was busted for marijuana in 1963
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Cannabis News
In 1979, the New York Times wrote about TV actor Howard Hesseman and his Dr. Johnny Fever DJ character on WKRP in Cincinnati for 80 episodes from 1978-1982: "Dr. Johnny Fever, as Mr. Hesseman makes clear in his portrayal of the disk Jockey, has ingested a fair share of drugs in his lifetime. He is one of the first characters on commercial televisio
Ron DeSantis hints at decriminalizing marijuana in Florida but opposes its recreational use due to its 'putrid' stench
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Politics
Despite suggesting he is in favor of its decriminalization, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis cited the "putrid" scent of cannabis as a reason he may remain opposed to fully legalizing its use in the state, Politico reported. "I think a lot of those other areas that have done it you know have ended up regretting it," DeSantis said Wednesday during a press
Mums-to-be who smoke cannabis during pregnancy ‘double risk of stunting baby’s growth’
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Medical News
Women who smoke cannabis during pregnancy double the risk of stunting their baby’s growth, a study warns. Risks of premature birth, lower birth weight and possible low intelligence in later life were all increased. The report came from data on 60,000 mothers in the US, Canada and Jamaica in 16 studies. Chances of newborns being small for their age
'We're not giving up': Push for medical marijuana continues in Nebraska
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Politics
Nebraskans for medical marijuana were out over the weekend trying to get signatures on two petitions that could put the issue on the November ballot. It's the latest attempt after the Nebraska Supreme Court barred a measure to legalize medical marijuana back in 2020. As they kick things into high gear, volunteers and campaign managers say they’re f
Groundhog Day for High Times as they announce their IPO (again)
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Business & Finance
Lucky for High Times, there are numerous disclaimers within the offering that there is no guarantee that the stock will ever trade. With snow on the ground and a whisper of spring in the air, it means it is time for High Times to make their annual announcement of going public. Original link
SAFE Act just got re-added to defense bill as amendment, but could it pass on its own?
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Politics
The removal of the SAFE Act from the defense bill is not the end of the road, but rather another indication of the steep climb to federal cannabis legalization. The majority of cannabis advocates and supporters in the United States were let down by the Senate’s decision to pull out the SAFE ACT from the defense bill last month. Now that the shock o
VHS vs. THC: How old video stores are helping weed businesses in Ohio
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Cannabis News
A chain of video rental stores will now be used as cannabis dispensaries in Ohio, increasing the number of dispensaries in a state that sorely needs them. Remember the abandoned video store near the home where you grew up in? It may now be a cannabis dispensary. At least, if you live in Ohio. The Columbus Dispatch reports that over a dozen video re
Petitioners fall short on North Dakota marijuana ballot measure
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Politics
Supporters of a ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana through North Dakota's constitution have again fallen short of signatures to prompt a public vote. Their deadline was Jan. 22 to submit at least 31,164 valid signatures to the secretary of state. They did not do so. Measure sponsoring committee member Dustin Peyer, of Driscoll, told
Bill legalizing medical marijuana for autism passes in health committee
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Politics
At only two years old in 2016, Jaxsyn Carwile was diagnosed with autism, and the months and years after his diagnosis his symptoms escalated. “It was like a snowball effect after his diagnosis,” said Jaxsyn’s mother, Tiffany Carwile. “Insomnia, self-injurious behavior, he had silent seizures for a while.” But Tiffany said the pills that his doctor
FBI and San Bernardino County sheriff accused of breaking law by seizing marijuana cash
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Politics
The driver of an armored car carrying $712,000 in cash from licensed marijuana dispensaries was heading into Barstow on a Mojave Desert freeway in November when San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputies pulled him over. They interrogated him, seized the money and turned it over to the FBI. A few weeks later, deputies stopped the same driver in Ranch
Survey reveals risks, rewards of cannabis use
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Medical News
Some people with Parkinson’s disease find that using cannabis products helps to ease certain symptoms, according to results from a survey. The findings notably suggest that cannabis products with high levels of the chemical THC are more likely to induce both positive and negative effects in Parkinson’s patients. “These survey results offer a broad
Bill filed to cap THC levels in Illinois cannabis products
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Politics
 After a record number of calls to the Illinois Poison Center (IPC) in 2021 related to cannabis, legislation has been filed at the Statehouse to limit the potency of some products sold at cannabis dispensaries. For the bill sponsor, Rep. Mark Batinick, R-Plainfield, he says the bill isn't likely to pass as written, but he wanted to file it before t
Real talk for parents – Cannabis and your kids
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Cannabis News
As various forms of Cannabis have been made available around the country, Fremont County Prevention and WASCOP encourage families, schools and communities to have honest and educated conversations about the risks associated with using Cannabis. For the purpose of this discussion, Cannabis can be broken down into four categories. This includes FDA-a
Cannabis committee advancing bill to pave way for social consumption sites in Mass.
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Politics
The Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy is polling its members on legislation that appears to address the persistent issues with host community agreements and social equity in the new cannabis industry, and that would pave the way for social consumption sites in Massachusetts. Members of the committee have until 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 28, to weigh i
Getting high on the job and other ways the tech community is embracing weed
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Business & Finance
Frankly, with all things considered, it may be fair to assume that tech is one of the most cannabis-friendly industries to work in. There aren’t many industries that have been more welcoming to the cannabis community than tech. And the industry’s adoption of cannabis couldn’t have come at a better time.   Because cutting edge technology has been cr
Fed. legalization is needed to learn cannabis' health merits
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Politics
I just read about the research study from Oregon State University, which found that consuming two cannabinoids (called cannabigerolic acid, or CBG-A, and cannabidiolic acid, or CBD-A) could prevent the spread of COVID-19. Awesome! But the study falls short. CBG-A and CBD-A are both derived from hemp (i.e., part of the cannabis sativa species, but w
Stoned or celebrated: How cannabis is viewed in different cultures around the world
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Cannabis News
For decades, myths and tales have surrounded cannabis like no other plant Opponents demonise it, supporters praise it as a universal remedy: for decades, myths and tales have surrounded cannabis like no other plant. Here is how cannabis is viewed around the globe. Mythical plant This is the hemp plant of legend. Intoxicating cannabis can be obtaine

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