The opioid problem isn’t getting any smaller, and thus far, no tactics employed, are helping things out. If a new Texas bill goes through, it will officially make cannabis an opioid alternative in the state; giving a much needed replacement to these death-causing drugs. Will it pass, and what else would this new bill change? […]
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There once was a time when weed was rebellious and dangerous. The summer of love and counterculture movement ensured that cannabis was the drug of choice for young people across America, and beyond. But thanks to legalization, the nonconformity of stoner culture is melting away into a trendy, commercialized, and predictable, multi-billion-dollar industry. Weed […]
Oh, I mean it. Cannabis is great…like a gift from the gods. But so are many things that get corrupted by big industry…like food. Weed might be great, and legalizations necessary in bringing down punishments for things that don’t need punishing… but I’ll say it again, today’s cannabis industry is a gross place. Why we […]
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Florida Nearly Done Collecting Signatures for Recreational Ballot
Florida has one of the biggest cannabis markets, and its all medical. Despite different past efforts, recreational cannabis is still illegal throughout the state. In order to push things along, a new initiative is gearing up for a recreational ballot measure in Florida, with signature collection now to do this. How close is Florida, and […]
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UN’s INCB Criticizes Cannabis Reform; Using Fear-Tactic Lines
In a great showing of not getting with the program, being behind the times, and not paying attention to reality; the UN’s INCB just criticized global cannabis reform efforts…saying they lead to higher use, and increased health issues. Where did the INCB get that? And why is one of our main global drug regulatory agencies, […]
Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is rich with history and culture, and it is known for its beautiful canals, world-renowned museums, and vibrant nightlife. A weekend getaway to Amsterdam is a popular one, as it’s a small place that you can wander around easily for a few days. […]
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Canada Marijuana Industry Decline, And Recovery Considerations
I’ve been writing on the issues that plague today’s cannabis industry for awhile; from lay-offs to insanely strict regulation, to a lessening of sales. Recent news of a sales decline from the Great White North, shines light on problems within the marijuana industry of Canada; and how the governance of that country is trying to […]
Right now we’re in a changing time in which things that were banned for decades and looked down on, are now gaining positive attention in the public eye. From cannabis to ketamine to magic mushrooms, the conversation has changed from trying to bar these drugs, to figuring out the best way to use them. But […]
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Zurich Set to Get Stoned in Switzerland Cannabis Trials
The news came out a few days ago. Not an official go-ahead to begin, but a final approval for the much-anticipated Switzerland recreational cannabis trials; the trials that will help determine recreational cannabis policy for an upcoming weed market in the country. The trials are still yet to begin, but more information is now available […]
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Aurora Cannabis Warned By Nasdaq: Is There Hope?
Bad news and quick moves were the order of this week, and how it all works out remains to be seen. What is for sure, is that cannabis companies are having a hard time. Canadian cannabis giant Aurora Cannabis is a great example of current issues, with a recent warning by Dasdaq due to low […]