A new study exploring the impacts of adult-use marijuana legalization on the hospitality industry finds that “hotel revenue increases by 25.2% (or $63,671 monthly) due to dispensary legalization, with the effect continuing to grow even six years after legalization.” The research article, published in the journal Production Operations and Management (POMS), draws its inferences from …
Marijuana Bill Could See Edibles Outlawed in US: What to Know
A Republican-controlled House subcommittee has voted to back a bill that makes most hemp-derived cannabinoid products, including edibles, illegal at the federal level. On Thursday, the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies endorsed the 138-page bill in a 9-7 vote. Newsweek contacted Republican Representative Andy Harris of Maryland, …
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Top 10 Marijuana Myths Debunked by Science and Experts
Despite growing global acceptance, marijuana still faces a wave of misinformation rooted in outdated policies, cultural taboos, and half-baked internet theories. With legalization expanding and education improving, it’s more important than ever to separate fact from fiction. Whether you call it weed, cannabis, or marijuana, the truth matters—especially when it influences public policy, personal decisions, …
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Ohio Adults Can Now Buy More Than Double The Amount Of Legal Marijuana Per Day Than They Could Previously
Ohio adults 21 and older can now buy more than double the amount of marijuana per day than they were previously permitted under the state’s voter-approved legalization law. Effective Wednesday, adults are now able to purchase up to 2.5 ounces of flower cannabis per day—a significant increase compared to the prior daily transaction limit of one ounce. …
Marijuana Legalization Is Putting ‘Pressure’ On Alcohol Industry, CEO Of Jack Daniel’s Parent Company Says Amid Profit Losses
The growing use of marijuana as an alternative to alcohol is putting “pressure” on the spirits industry, contributing to a decline in profits in recent years, the president of a major alcohol company with ancillary brands such as Jack Daniel’s and Woodford Reserve says. During an earnings call on Thursday, Brown-Forman Corporation CEO Lawson Whiting …
Surfer-Owned Cannabis Brand “Raw Garden” Is Pure To The Core
The rows of cannabis plants stretched on for about 100 yards in front of us, with another of the same size in the field below, there were some 25 hoop houses in each field and they must have housed over 300 plants each. The Raw Garden farm is located in Santa Barbara County, near Lompoc, …
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Sleeping, eating, or sex? There’s a cannabis strain for that
It sounds like something you’d hear from a sommelier. It’s also how Dr. Jason Iannuccilli talks about cannabis. Iannuccilli’s new software, based on a patent-pending algorithm he developed over seven years, uses a cannabis strain’s aromatic compounds — known as its terpene profile — to match it to a consumer’s desired activity or effect. Iannuccilli said the days …
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Study: Cannabis Use Among Older Adults Higher Than Ever
Older Americans are using cannabis at record levels, according to research published in the monthly medical journal JAMA Internal Medicine that found the number of cannabis consumers in the U.S. aged 65+ jumped over 40% from 2021 to 2023. Published Monday, the study included 15,689 adults aged 65 or older. Respondents reported a significant increase in past-month …
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Smoking weed in Amsterdam: a beginner’s guide for 2025
Ah, Amsterdam – the city of canals, cycling, and, of course, cannabis. The Dutch capital has become something of a mecca for stoners thanks to its famously relaxed attitude towards weed, but whiling away a few hours in a coffeeshop has also become a rite of passage for the curious, the adventurous, and ‘I’m-just-trying-it-once’ tourists alike. There are, …
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Can I Bring Cannabis on a Plane?
The containing wave of legalization has sparked an ever-increasing interest among travelers who wish to bring their cannabis on a plane to their destinations. And the stats are clear: The burning questions asked to Google include “Can you take weed on a plane,” which is up by 204% and “Bring CBD on a plane,” which …
Men Are More Likely Than Women To Smoke Marijuana, While Females Prefer Cannabis Edibles, Drinks And Lotions, Federal Study Shows
A new report from a federal agency examines the various modes of marijuana consumption preferred by Americans, finding that while smoking remains the most common method overall, it’s also far more popular among male consumers than female ones. Meanwhile, women are more likely to consume cannabis edibles, beverages and topicals than men are. http://www.marijuanamoment.net/men-are-more-likely-than-women-to-smoke-marijuana-while-females-prefer-cannabis-edibles-drinks-and-lotions-federal-study-shows/
Delivered Inc.: A dispensary at your doorstep
In a cannabis market only beginning to recognize the potential of home delivery, Delivered Inc. is already setting the standard. Founded by Ruben Seyde, Eddy Twal, and Tut Liu, Delivered Inc.—based in Worcester, Massachusetts—launched in July 2023, becoming the fifth licensed home delivery operator in the state. http://www.leafly.com/news/industry/delivered-inc-a-dispensary-at-your-doorstep
Worried about weed: should London follow New York and decriminalise cannabis?
The last time London dabbled in decriminalising cannabis, it brought one part of the capital to a brief but giddy high. In 2001, an enterprising Scotland Yard borough commander empowered his officers in Lambeth to caution rather than arrest those carrying small amounts of the drug for personal use – freeing them, according to the …
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Does Cannabis Lower Sperm Quality? New Study Reveals a Surprise Result
With cannabis now legal in much of the US, the focus is shifting from the ethics of using the drug to the health implications. New research suggests smoking cannabis doesn’t lower sperm quality, challenging the results of some previous studies. Semen samples from 921 men were analyzed as part of the study, which was led by …
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10 Places to Visit from Bob Marley’s Life in Jamaica
The Hon. Robert Nesta Marley O.M. departed from this worldly realm on 11th May 1981. He was reportedly en route to Jamaica but lost his 8-month battle with cancer at age 36 while in Miami. Pieces from various stages of Bob Marley’s Life in Jamaica can be found around the island — from former homes …
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How to travel with cannabis this Memorial Day weekend 2025
The long weekend of Memorial Day gives us the opportunity to celebrate—servicemen, the coming of summer, time spent with our favorite people. Whether you’re throwing a party, taking a trip, or heading to a more rustic setting for some R&R, cannabis pairs perfectly with all of them. http://www.leafly.com/news/lifestyle/how-to-travel-with-cannabis-this-memorial-day-weekend-2025?utm_source=blast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trf-nl-all
Tribal cannabis dispensaries to open across Minnesota with White Earth Nation tribal-state compact
The state of Minnesota and White Earth have finalized a cannabis compact agreement. The almost 90-page document lays out the terms and conditions under which the tribe may regulate and operate cannabis businesses outside tribal lands. The news came in a short announcement from Gov. Tim Walz’s office on Tuesday. http://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/20/cannabis-dispensaries-now-allowed-off-tribal-lands-in-minnesota
The Guide on Cannabis Tourism for UK Travelers
Cannabis tourism has already transformed into a legitimate travel sector with quality experiences. The industry now offers UK travellers well-organized tours, regulated dispensaries, and educational opportunities in destinations where cannabis is legal. As more countries develop their cannabis tourism infrastructure, UK travellers have access to experiences that were unimaginable just a few years ago. http://www.feast-magazine.co.uk/lifestyle-2/the-guide-on-cannabis-tourism-for-uk-travelers-57293
Where is weed legal around the globe?
There has been immense progress in the legalization of medical cannabis in countries around the world, including some that have legalized or decriminalized the plant for adult recreational use. Nonetheless, navigating the many jurisdictions can be tricky. Rules and regulations surrounding cannabis vary wildly from country to country. And though there are some countries where weed …
Product Picks for this Memorial Day Weekend
Travelers, hosts, grill-masters, chillers of all stripes! We’ve got a fresh batch of product picks for you, hand-trimmed for the holiday weekend ahead. Spend this Memorial Day Weekend in style and comfort with our favorite weed essentials of the moment. We’ve pulled the best strains to smoke, unforgettable edibles to sip, snack, or make yourself …
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How Los Angeles Is Embracing Cannabis Culture
Los Angeles isn’t just keeping up with the cannabis movement—it’s setting the pace for the nation. From sleek dispensaries on Sunset Boulevard to open-air festivals celebrating all things green, cannabis has found a new home in LA’s mainstream. The city’s creative spirit and progressive outlook have sparked innovative businesses, wellness experiences, and public events that make cannabis …
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Cannabis Sellers Warn Against Taking Marijuana Into Yellowstone
Lone Peak Cannabis Co. sits just outside the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Business picks up at the recreational marijuana dispensary this time of year, and with the seasonal spike in first-time customers comes a slew of questions about how best to consume marijuana inside the park. http://cowboystatedaily.com/2025/05/11/cannabis-sellers-say-getting-stoned-in-yellowstone-invites-a-federal-charge/
More Than 1 Out Of Every 7 German Pharmacies Offers Medical Cannabis
Germany has served as the largest legal medical cannabis market in Europe for several years, with cannabis pharmacies being the foundation of Germany’s emerging industry. Legal medical cannabis sales first launched in German pharmacies in 2017. Since the launch of initial sales, safe access to medical cannabis via Germany’s pharmacies has increased dramatically, as demonstrated by …
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10 Mother’s Day Gifts for Every Kind of Canna-Mom
May isn’t just about florals and Mother’s Day brunch reservations; it’s also Women’s Health Month and Mental Health Month, making it a time to prioritize the well-being of the women who do it all. Unlike the nightly glass of wine, which may feel like a reward but can disrupt sleep, spike anxiety and strain long-term …
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What weed shouldn’t smell like
People compare particular strains to a variety of scents: lemon, pine, cloves, wood, skunk, and even diesel. There are many things cannabis can smell like, but do any of them indicate a whiff of trouble? Here are the most common olfactory clues that something’s wrong with your cannabis: http://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/what-cannabis-should-not-smell-like?utm_source=blast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trf-nl-all
On Mothers & Marijuana: 7 Celebrities Talk About Smoking While Parenting
Mothers are increasingly leading cannabis reform efforts in the United States. Across the country, mothers have pushed forward laws — even in conservative states — allowing for the use of THC or CBD for children with severe epilepsy and other illnesses. http://cannabisnow.com/mothers-and-marijuana/
Creative Cannabis Spaces Shaping New York’s Elevated Culture
The cannabis industry has come a long way over the past decade, with dispensaries now dotting the map like corner stores. And while 420-friendly spaces to gather and consume may seem like a recent trend, they’ve actually been woven into the cultural fabric—albeit in more clandestine settings—of cities like New York since the 1880s. The …
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Marijuana industry will add $123.6 billion to US economy this year
The total U.S. economic impact of regulated marijuana sales could top $123.6 billion in 2025, about 9% more than last year, according to a newly released MJBiz Factbook update. While the overall industry continues to struggle – especially in some Western states – expanding markets such as New York and Ohio will add stability going into 2025. With more new …
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White House Drug Czar Could Endorse Marijuana Legalization Under New Bill To Repeal ‘Ludicrous’ Restriction
Democratic congressional lawmakers have announced the filing of a bill that would remove a restriction that’s prevented the White House drug czar from advocating for the legalization of marijuana or other Schedule I drugs under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). http://www.marijuanamoment.net/white-house-drug-czar-could-endorse-marijuana-legalization-under-new-bill-to-repeal-ludicrous-restriction/
Forget Ozempic Cannabis Can Help You Get a Summer Body
Summer is peaking through and people are starting to think about swimsuit weather. Achieving a summer body is about more than quick fixes-it’s about embracing a holistic, sustainable approach supporting both your physical and mental well-being. March and April follows December as busy times at gyms as people begin to feel summer. But some people …
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