The mayor of Washington, D.C., Muriel Bowser, has signed a bill allowing non-residents to self-certify as medical marijuana patients while they’re visiting the nation’s capital without the need for any doctor’s recommendation—a move that supporters say could boost tourism. To self-certify, out-of-state applicants who are at least 21 years of age can apply online and pay …
Biden to pardon all federal offenses of simple marijuana possession in first major steps toward decriminalization
President Joe Biden is taking his first major steps toward decriminalizing marijuana, fulfilling a campaign pledge to erase prior federal possession convictions and beginning the process of loosening federal classification of the drug. He will pardon all prior federal offenses of simple marijuana possession, a move that senior administration officials said would affect thousands of …
Cannabis Might Improve Your Sex Life
Researchers have found that “sexual function in young people who use cannabis and alcohol more frequently was shown to be better than in those who do not use either, highlighting the need for more information aimed at the young population.” …. More specifically, cannabis users indicated more arousal, orgasms and better overall sexual function. It …
Increased Sales from Women Signify That the future of Cannabis is Female
Many people believe that cannabis consumers are unmotivated young men sitting on their couches eating Cheetos and playing video games. But as more markets legalize, stigma reduces, and education increases, the demographics of the cannabis consumer are also shifting, becoming more diverse in terms of age, gender, and socio-economic status. Women now represent the fastest-growing …
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Olympics keeps marijuana ban after review prompted by Sha’Carri Richardson suspension
Marijuana use will remain banned at sports events after the World Anti-Doping Agency on Friday resisted calls to change its status on the list of prohibited substances. The agency was asked to review the status of THC — the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis — after the case of United States sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, who could not …
Check in, smoke up and tune out: Cannabis-friendly vacation rentals are catching on
Cannabis-friendly vacation rentals have been popping up all over the country as legalization of recreational marijuana expands to more and more states. But like us, you probably already aware of this. This niche market of cannabis-friendly accommodations is growing real fast with recreational marijuana use now legal in 19 states and Washington. Cannabis tourism according …
Oakland church that gives cannabis and psychedelic mushrooms as communion sues over police raid
An East Oakland church that gives out cannabis and psychedelic plants as sacrament filed a civil rights lawsuit against the city of Oakland and the Oakland Police Department over a 2020 police raid. The Zide Door Church of Entheogenic Plants, an assembly of the Church of Ambrosia alleges that the city, Police Department and a police …
Five States to Vote on Legal Cannabis: Ballots & Boundaries
Voters in 5 states, Arkansas, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota and Maryland will consider recreational marijuana initiatives this fall. Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have passed laws by ballot measure or legislation. http://about.bgov.com/news/five-states-to-vote-on-legal-cannabis-ballots-boundaries/
Medical cannabis for doggies, kitties is fully legalized in California
Newly enacted bill in California allows veterinarians to “recommend” medical cannabis products for their furry patients. Before, vets could only “discuss” such products with their patients’ owners, leading many vets to avoid the topic rather than risk losing their license. http://www.leafly.com/news/politics/mmj-pet-legalization-california
California enacts cannabis users’ right to work law
Thousands and thousands of California workers unjustly denied jobs or fired for unscientific marijuana tests received new protections recently. A new bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom has made it illegal for employers to discriminate against workers solely for off-duty weed use. The bill effectively ends pre-employment urine testing, except for federal jobs and for …
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Looking for Las Vegas cannabis lounges? More than 20 could open soon
Ever since Nevada legalized adult-use cannabis in 2016, consumers (and especially tourists) have wanted to know: When can I light up in a Las Vegas cannabis lounge? Soon folks. There could be a couple dozen by early 2023. http://www.leafly.com/news/politics/looking-for-las-vegas-cannabis-lounges-more-than-20-could-open-soon
Flyin’ High: 2022 Cannabis Travel Guide
As countries around the world move toward legalization and more and more weed enthusiasts take to the skies for business and pleasure, it is becoming increasingly more important to know the rules for possessing weed – which can vary widely from place to place. Can you travel with weed? Across state lines? On a plane? …
We ate a $295 weed-infused dinner. Things got really wild
How’d you like a $295-per-person, 10-course, fine-dining, weed-infused dinner? You can do this at Chris “the Herbal Chef” Sayegh’s members-only Secret Supper Club. Here’s a story from a couple of people who did although, for obvious reasons, they cannot recall the whole evening with clarity. http://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2022-07-06/we-ate-295-cannabis-infused-dinner-this-is-what-happened
Best Weed-Friendly Countries for Travel in 2022
Are you one of the many weed enthusiasts with a desire to find vacation destinations where you can consume as safely, hassle-free, and comfortably as you do at home? But are there places where you can actually do this? Is there such a thing as a ganja friendly vacation destination? Yes, there is. Probably many …
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Where is weed legal around the world? Countries where cannabis is legal or decriminalized
The summer travel season is about to take off. And, if you are a weed lover, contemplating vacation, wouldn’t be nice to have a sense of the countries where cannabis is legal or decriminalized. Greenstate has summarized this for you. There’s a good chance you and a canna-loving friend will be able to find some …
Higher Education: What It Takes To Be A Cannabis Sommelier
Wanna become a ganjier? It’s a real thing. The cannabis equivalent of a sommelier. The marijuana business is booming, but not all cannabis is created equal. In this video, NBC’s Savanah Sellers meets budding experts to learn what it takes to be a certified ganjier.
How cannabis-fed chickens may help cut Thai farmers’ antibiotic use
The medicinal and cooking benefits of cannabis have long been recognized in Thailand. Local cooks use cannabis leaves as a food additive and as an ingredient in chicken noodle soup. Now they are feeding it to chickens. Yes, you can buy infused chickens at the supermarket! http://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jun/15/cannabis-fed-chickens-may-help-cut-farmers-antibiotic-use-thai-study-shows
The Cannabis Supper Club Elevates Weed-Infused Fine Dining
There is an ever increasing abundance of very sophisticated cannabis experiences for weed lovers with great taste and fat wallets. One example is this LA Cannabis Supper Club where you can enjoy seven decadent courses of mind-blowing culinary creations infused with weed while also sipping smoke out of a champagne glass.
This Colorado town might change its name to ‘Kush’ to celebrate its growing cannabis industry
Cannabis has been so good to this very small Colorado town (about 120 residents) that it’s considering changing its name to Kush. Grateful citizens eager to identify with the plant that is bringing them prosperity. True, this is a tiny town but it is indicative of the dramatic ways in which attitudes towards weed are …
Is it legal to fly with marijuana? Here are the laws you need to know
America’s confusing patchwork of cannabis laws sometimes makes it difficult to know what is legal and what is not – and that includes air travel. Even when you’re traveling with prescription medicinal weed in a state where it is legal. http://www.leafly.com/news/lifestyle/what-to-expect-if-you-try-to-fly-with-cannabis
NY weighs giving pizza joints, other eateries OK to sell cannabis-infused food
New York State is weighing whether to allow pizzerias and other eateries to sell fresh cannabis-infused grub and packaged pot edibles. Weed – one more choice of toppings for that large sausage and cheese pizza. Sounds like a big deal for both weed and pizza sales. http://nypost.com/2022/04/24/nyc-weighs-giving-pizza-joints-other-eateries-ok-to-sell-cannabis-infused-food/
California Bill Would Allow Cannabis Sales at Farmers Markets
Once again California leads the way! A bill proposed in the California legislature would allow cannabis to be sold at farmers markets and establish permits for offering cannabis at temporary state-licensed events, The measure passed the Assembly Business and Professions Committee on Tuesday. http://www.ganjapreneur.com/california-bill-would-allow-cannabis-sales-at-farmers-markets/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=california_bill_would_allow_cannabis_sales_at_farmers_markets_canopy_growth_lays_off_another_245_workers_and_more&utm_term=2022-04-29
South Carolina Lawmaker Files ‘420 Day’ Bill To Require Annual Marijuana Pardons On Cannabis Holiday
South Carolina lawmaker JA Moore has proposed legislation to create “420 Day”. The measure would direct the state Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services to provide relief to at least 20 percent of those who’ve completed their sentence for simple marijuana possession every year on April 20.
Florida Wedding Guests Are Sickened by Marijuana in Food, Police Say
If you are going to serve weed to your wedding guests, make sure you tell them ahead of time and that it’s not so much as to send them to the emergency room. And, that you and your caterer do not end up in jail. One very starnge thing about this story is that the …
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Thanks to a never-ending pandemic and more opportunities to telecommute, many Americans are picking up and moving. If you’re a weed lover, you may want to consider these cities.
Moving is never enjoyable, but if you are a weed lover looking to pull up roots and move somewhere new to live, there are several cities in the U.S. that you should consider. Some that were probably not on your radar. http://thefreshtoast.com/cannabis/10-great-cities-for-weed-lovers-in-2022/
Cannabis for Better Sex? Here’s What the Science Says.
Does cannabis make for better sex? Maybe so, according to The New York Times. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the right dose of cannabis can make a woman’s orgasms more satisfying and increase sex drive. This is in part because cannabis can enhance the senses and also alleviate some of the symptoms that inhibit desire. http://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/01/well/live/marijuana-sex.html
I laced my sister’s wedding cake with marijuana and guests got high as kites
A man in Chile turned a wedding into a stoner’s paradise when he baked his sister a “magical” wedding cake laced with marijuana — and had guests dancing all night. Talk about starting a marriage on a high note. Isn’t this a wedding reception you’re sorry you missed? Some weddings are a lot more fun http://nypost.com/2022/03/25/i-laced-my-sisters-wedding-cake-with-marijuana-and-guests-got-high-as-kites/
California ‘nuns’ making millions tapping into the booming cannabis industry
Heard about the Sisters of the Valley? They are a group of California nuns who are hoping to convert nonbelievers to the Holy Plant. Cannabis! And with cannabis usage and business on the rise, they are also making good money from the sale of their cannabis related products. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vM-FhXhqe7E
Mike Tyson is selling ear-shaped cannabis-infused edibles called ‘Mike Bites’
More than two decades after Mike Tyson bit off a chunk of Evander Holyfield’s ear at the 1997 WBA Heavyweight Championship fight, the legendary boxer has released a line of edibles — in the shape of ears. The cannabis-infused gummies are called “Mike Bites” in homage to Tyson’s most notorious moment. It’s been more than …
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Man chops off his penis after using cannabis
We know that weed can sometimes cause people to do very crazy things. But, cutting off your own penis? That’s what a young man in Thailand did. Probably thought that cannabis would provide all the pleasures he needed for the rest of his life. Or, perhaps, it was just some very bad weed. http://mmpconnect.com/man-chops-off-his-penis-after-using-cannabis/
