The archbishop for the Archdiocese of Denver has some thoughts on cannabis legalization, and he dropped them Nov. 10 in the form of a 9,000-word open “pastoral letter.” In his message, Most Reverend Samuel J. Aquila, the highest-ranking Catholic official in the Mile High City, made a strong — and deeply flawed — critique of the …
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Jamaican Cannabis Struggles to Integrate Traditional Growers
The 2015 cannabis ruling has not been well received by the people of Jamaica, particularly traditional ganja farmers. The amendment to the Dangerous Drugs Act meant that a local market remains prohibited, with only possession decriminalised. Due to Jamaica’s reliance on international order, the CLA has struggled to take further action, creating tension with traditional farmers in …
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What is the stinkiest form of weed consumption?
Not all weed is created equal, and all forms of weed consumption definitely aren’t either. That goes to say, some ways of consuming weed are way louder than others. By “loud,” we mean stinky. Putting a flame directly in contact with the plant isn’t the most discreet way to go about things, but thankfully, there are plenty …
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How cannabis affects your skin
Oils, creams, skin balms, gels and serums made from cannabis come in all shapes and sizes, and many of these products promise to improve your skin and make it healthier. But how does cannabis actually affect the skin? Recent scientific studies suggest that different cannabinoids and other cannabis-derived molecules (e.g terpenes) may help treat a number of …
How cannabis affects women and men differently
The cannabis experience is significantly influenced by mindset (intention/expectation) and setting (environments of consumption and post drug onset). One’s male or female biological sex can also affect the mind and body reaction to cannabis, alongside and in concert with a number of other factors, including an individual’s endocannabinoid system and the cannabis chemovar(s) being used. Biological sex-associated differences …
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Can You Use Cannabis While On A Cruise?
Among this haze, the notion of enjoying cannabis aboard a cruise ship emerges prominently, sparking a blend of curiosity, speculation, and a voyage into the legal unknown. This article navigates the murky waters of cannabis consumption on the high seas, exploring the interplay of maritime law, cruise line policies, and the patchwork of cannabis legislation to …
Georgia Will Be First State to Sell Marijuana at Pharmacies
Medical marijuana will soon be available in pharmacies in Georgia. The state is set to become the first in the U.S. to legalize the purchase of products containing THC at local pharmacies this year, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported earlier this month. Per CNN, before 2023 ends, residents “who meet the extremely narrow criteria” required by the medical cannabis law will be able to purchase …
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Black Girl Magic Aims High
Josephine & Billie’s is the first dispensary in South Los Angeles focused on being made-for-and-run by women of color. The store is named in honor of entertainment legends Josephine Baker and Billie Holiday, two outspoken Black cannabis enthusiasts in the early 20th century. Baker and Holiday were ostracized for their use of cannabis and became …
Americans View Marijuana As Safer Than Alcohol And Cigarettes As Rates Of Cannabis Use Surpass Tobacco Smoking, Gallup Poll Finds
Americans consider marijuana to be less harmful than alcohol, cigarettes, vapes and other tobacco products, according to new data from Gallup. And at the same time, cannabis use has “surpassed cigarette usage in the U.S., while vaping still trails both,” the polling firm says. http://www.marijuanamoment.net/americans-view-marijuana-as-safer-than-alcohol-and-cigarettes-as-rates-of-cannabis-use-surpass-tobacco-smoking-gallup-poll-finds/
50% of Americans Have Experienced Cannabis Says Gallup Poll
A recent Gallup poll reveals that half of the Americans have tried cannabis at some point in their lives. This number has seen an increase from the previous years, with more people now consuming cannabis than cigarettes. The poll also highlighted concerns about the effects of cannabis on young adults and teenagers. http://cannadelics.com/2023/08/10/50-of-americans-have-experienced-cannabis-says-gallup-poll/
