News About Weed
Pancreatic cancer makes up just 3 percent of all cancers in America. But with a one-year survival rate of just 20 percent (and five-year survival rate of less…
Despite ongoing efforts by the Florida Legislature to thwart the will of the people, Florida likely has the fastest- growing medical marijuana program in the…
Arizona Iced Tea, as Eater once noted, has “always been cool.” The company produces the tallboy of iced teas, almost always for 99 cents a pop, the…
Border Patrol agents on Thursday discovered nearly four tons of marijuana hidden in a shipment of jalapeño peppers traveling from Mexico to the US,…
For decades, growers have used selective breeding to create strains with ever-higher levels of THC. Some have done the same to produce low-THC, high-CBD profiles….
In the past few years, dedicated scientists have spent countless hours sticking tiny adhesive discs containing cannabidiol (CBD) and THC onto the skin of small rodents and then…
Iconic women became legends by daring to be themselves, no matter the status quo. Today, the torch has been passed. Women in weed conjure courage and…
Plenty of people want to try cannabis, but they don’t want to put anything into their lungs, so they turn to edibles. Problem is,…
With dozens of declared candidates ready to take on President Trump in Nov. 2020, America’s aspiring chief executives are scrambling for ways to catch…
Canadian pot company Cronos said Friday it is buying access to the CBD market in the U.S. by acquiring Redwood Holding Group, the firm behind…
Starting on Friday, doctors in Colorado will be able to legally recommend medical cannabis for patients who might otherwise get prescribed opioids. That’s thanks…
Distillate & CO2 OilOne of the most popular products in Florida’s Medical Marijuana program is distillate or C02 concentrate. Each dispensary may call it…
A decade ago, I finished my first year of grad school in Los Angeles, and my boyfriend and I went on a short getaway…
B12 deficiency nearly caused my death in 2015; did you have any idea that’s something to worry about? Like me four years ago, you…
The cannabis industry and cryptocurrency have both generated considerable interest in recent years. Now, the two worlds are converging. The Greek billionaire Alkiviades David…
Ask a dozen smokers what their favorite strain is, and you may receive a dozen different answers. Some prefer their high to be mellow,…
A new report by Gannett, the publisher of USA Today and dozens of other publications, has found that cannabis use by new consumers correlates…
Flavonoids are an often-overlooked part of cannabis, and two weed-specific flavonoids may soon become mass-produced to make pain-killing medications. When discussing cannabis and medical…
A year ago, AARP launched a free weekly digital newsletter called “The Girlfriend,” aimed at what we see as an often-overlooked demographic — Gen X women….
On the fifth floor of Barneys in Beverly Hills, past the racks of plaid $390 Burberry slides and spiky $1,995 Christian Louboutin sneakers, sits…
The cannabis industry is continuing to expand throughout the United States as increasingly more states, and jurisdictions legalize the use of recreational marijuana. Massachusetts…
The saying “men are from Mars and women are from Venus” may have started as a lighthearted comment to highlight the differences between temperaments…
When the new marijuana shop opened up just down the street from his own marijuana shop, Greg Meguerian, owner of The Reefinery in Los…
A study published today in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs found that many customers at Colorado’s adult-use cannabis stores use the product not just for fun,…
Weed may be legal in California, but the black market is still the top spot for buyers looking for bud on a budget. Flower…
Brick-and-mortar dispensaries have evolved considerably since the early days of Dutch coffeeshops and private patient collectives in California. Nowadays, storefronts exist across many cities…
Figuring out where the cannabis industry is heading next is no easy task. The industry is filled with a seemingly daily deluge of noise…
It seems that, soon enough, Coke really will be “it.” The Atlanta-based beverage giant revealed that it’s in “serious talks” with Canadian marijuana producer Aurora Cannabis to develop cannabis-infused drinks as…
At first glance, it may seem like a strange partnership—one of the most vocal critics of the ever-advancing tide of cannabis legalization and one…
When it comes to choosing between a high-THC or a high-CBD cannabis product, it really comes down to your personal needs and preferences. For some,…
The world of cannabis extracts is expanding rapidly with no intention of slowing down. In most legal markets, concentrate sales are increasing steadily as they continue…
With marijuana now medically legal in 33 states and recreationally legal in 11 states (plus D.C.), the concept of smoking, vaping, or eating it is fair game in…
Do you want the details on the good news or the bad news first? Ok, here is the good news. Aurora Cannabis (TSX: ACB) (NYSE:…
Curaleaf shares listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) surged 19.20 percent to $10.12 at 2:18 p.m. ET. The combined company would hold 131…
Many wholesale cannabis growers choose to compete on quality, even while market forces favor growers who can reliably supply low-cost cannabis. Nearly half of…
Men who smoke marijuana may have higher sperm counts than those who have never used the drug, a surprising new study suggests. The findings are “not…
The marijuana compound CBD, or cannabinol, is surging in popularity in the wellness community, for its alleged health benefits, without the high normally associated with…
Before I begin, let me take you to 2737 BC. It has been described that during that period, the first direct reference was found…
I grew up in an evangelical Christian minister’s home during America’s “Just Say No” era, which means I spent most of my life believing…
Dabs are concentrated doses of cannabis that are made by extracting THC and other cannabinoids using a solvent like butane or carbon dioxide, resulting in sticky…
When browsing cannabis strains or purchasing cannabis at a shop, you may notice strains are commonly broken up into two distinct groups: indica and sativa. Most consumers have…
Cannabis is a fascinating plant genus best known for its mind-altering and medicinal properties. Its use and cultivation date back as far as written language itself…
An age-old question for many cannabis consumers has been, how long does weed stay in my system? There are several different answers to this…
It’s safer and more cost efficient: As we’ve discussed in previous sections, medical marijuana is often a safer alternative to many prescription drugs like…
Relieving pain is medical marijuana’s most popular purpose; however, it is also a powerful ally for fighting more nuanced diseases and disorders like depression….
Adults who purchase retail cannabis typically report using it to mitigate pain and to improve sleep, and often use it in place of conventional…
In the world of plants, reproduction can happen in a variety of ways. Hermaphrodite plants grow single flowers that have both male and female…
A new survey of more than 1,000 arthritis patients found that 57% of those questioned had tried cannabis for their symptoms, and more than 90% said…
Ask a dozen smokers what their favorite strain is, and you may receive a dozen different answers. Some prefer their high to be mellow,…
One Canadian company is hoping to sell pre-rolled cannabis cigarettes assembled with the all-too-familiar beige filters present on many tobacco cigarettes in Canada. And…
Restaurant and hotel workers smoke the most pot in Colorado, a new survey shows. The first breakdown of marijuana use in Colorado shows that…
