Cannabis

Cannabis and Hemp Laws

Slightly Stoopid Lights Joint With Laser as Texas Debates Hemp Ban

At a recent concert in Texas, the band Slightly Stoopid lit up more than just the stage—they sparked a conversation. During their show, a band member used a high-powered laser to light a cannabis joint in front of the crowd, just as Texas lawmakers were actively debating a ban on hemp-derived THC products. The viral …

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Marijuana Gateway Drug

Japan Study Finds No Proof That Marijuana Is a Gateway Drug

A new government-backed study from Japan has found no scientific proof that marijuana leads to the use of harder drugs. This finding challenges a long-standing myth often used to block cannabis legalization and reform. The research was conducted by the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry, one of Japan’s leading government health agencies. After reviewing …

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Cannabis Mental Health

Marijuana and Psychedelics May Ease Eating Disorder Symptoms

A new study backed by the American Medical Association reveals that marijuana and psychedelics are rated the most helpful substances for people dealing with eating disorder symptoms. The research adds to growing evidence that cannabis, THC, CBD, and psychedelic compounds may offer real relief for conditions that are often difficult to treat. The study surveyed …

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Cannabis and Anxiety

Study Suggests Microdosing LSD May Help Dogs With Anxiety

A new case study is raising eyebrows in the world of pet health and psychedelics. Researchers found that microdosing LSD might help treat separation anxiety in dogs—offering a potential alternative for pets that don’t respond well to traditional medications. The case study was published in the Journal of Psychedelic Studies and followed a 4-year-old mixed breed dog …

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Marijuana Legalization

Legal Marijuana Dispensaries Linked to Drop in Opioid Deaths

A powerful new analysis shows that opening legal marijuana dispensaries may lead to a major drop in opioid-related deaths. Researchers found that in places where adult-use cannabis stores became available, opioid overdose deaths fell by more than 20%. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Social Science & Medicine, looked at death data across the United …

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Cannabis Legalization

Delaware Hits Nearly $1 Million in Legal Weed Sales Opening Weekend

Delaware’s adult-use cannabis market made a powerful debut, raking in nearly $1 million in sales during its very first weekend. The strong turnout shows just how much demand there is for legal marijuana, and it marks a major win for supporters of cannabis legalization in the state. Governor John Carney, who once opposed legalization, praised …

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Medical Marijuana

Florida Names New Medical Marijuana Chief

Florida has a new leader overseeing its medical marijuana program. This change comes after the previous director left to join Governor Ron DeSantis’s office. The new appointment could shape how the state handles cannabis rules, dispensary licensing, and access to THC and CBD treatments moving forward. Christopher Phillip, who previously worked with Florida’s Department of …

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Marijuana Legalization

Ohio Sells Over $700 Million in Recreational Marijuana

Ohio’s first year of recreational marijuana sales has already hit a massive milestone—over $700 million in sales since legalization. This number shows how strong the demand is and how quickly cannabis is becoming a normal part of daily life in many states. According to the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, both recreational and medical marijuana …

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Medical Marijuana Education

Hawaii Trains Doctors on Medical Marijuana

Hawaii is taking a bold step forward in cannabis education. State health officials are now offering classes to teach doctors how to better understand medical marijuana. These education sessions are designed to help doctors learn how to recommend cannabis more confidently and effectively to patients who may benefit from it. The Hawaii Department of Health …

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Massachusetts marijuana recriminalization

Massachusetts Eyes Recriminalization of Marijuana Sales Under Proposed 2026 Ballot Initiatives

Just as Massachusetts celebrates record-breaking cannabis sales and regulatory success, a new set of proposed 2026 ballot initiatives could threaten to unravel it all. State officials are now reviewing multiple proposals that aim to recriminalize recreational marijuana sales, potentially rolling back legalization efforts that have generated over $8 billion in adult-use sales. The controversial proposals, currently …

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