Friday, May 29, 2020

Montana Improves Access for Medical Marijuana Patients

Next week, a restrictive medical cannabis law in Montana will be lifted.

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Is Flowermate V5 Nano A Vaporizer Worth Choosing?

Is the Flowermate V5 Nano the right vape to match your needs?

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Evidence of Ancient Cannabis Use Found at Biblical Site in Israel

A new study indicates ancient use of cannabis at a shrine in Israel.

source https://hightimes.com/news/evidence-cannabis-use-found-biblical-site-israel/

9 Cepas de Marihuana Inspiradas en Star Wars

Te traemos nueve variedades de marihuana inspiradas en la trilogĂ­a de trilogĂ­as de Star Wars.

source https://hightimes.com/espanol/marihuana-star-wars/

Magic Truffles Firm Gets Canadian Stock Market Listing

A firm devoted to psilocybin truffles is officially on the Canadian Stock Exchange.

source https://hightimes.com/business/magic-truffles-get-stock-market-listing/

High Times Greats: I Was JFK’s Dealer

In 1974, High Times interviewed a man who claimed to be JFK's dealer.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-i-was-jfks-dealer/

Flashback Friday: Dowsing

Could 40-year-old evidence for dowsing suggest that the "occult" is real?

source https://hightimes.com/culture/flashback-friday-dowsing/

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

The High Priestess: Talking Cannabis, Connection, And Magick With Chelsea Wolfe

The High Priestess shares an insightful conversation she had with musician and artist Chelsea Wolfe.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-priestess-talking-cannabis-connection-magick-chelsea-wolfe/

Federal Pot Prisoner in Kentucky Dies of Coronavirus

Last week, a man incarcerated for a cannabis offense died of COVID-19.

source https://hightimes.com/news/federal-pot-prisoner-in-kentucky-dies-of-coronavirus/

Best CBD Capsules in 2020: A Look at Royal CBD’s Full-Spectrum Capsules

Looking for the best CBD capsules and pills on the market today? Learn why Royal CBD has what some consider to be the best CBD capsules on the market in 2020.

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Sonoma County Dispensary Celebrates Cannabis Beverage Week

Because of the restrictions necessary in the time of COVID-19, many are looking for new ways to consume cannabis—including drinking it.

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Sunday, May 24, 2020

La Futbolista Megan Rapinoe Habla sobre Cannabis y Feminismo

Nota por Javier Hasse, publicada originalmente en Forbes y El Planteo. SĂ­ es cierto que muchxs, muchxs atletas profesionales están involucradxs en causas sociales y obras de caridad. Pero pocxs, como Colin Kaepernick, se comprometen a un nivel que pone su propia comodidad y carrera en riesgo. Una de estas personas es Megan Rapinoe: ganadora […]

source https://hightimes.com/espanol/megan-rapinoe/

Friday, May 22, 2020

The Female Weed Influencers Who Light Up The Digital Cannabis Space

The image of cannabis culture has been shifting away from "stoner bro" in favor of a more playful and feminine vibe.

source https://hightimes.com/women/female-weed-influencers-light-up-digital-cannabis-space/

Get Ready For An All-Day Virtual Charity Music Festival To Support COVID-19 Relief

Coming to a screen near you!

source https://hightimes.com/culture/music/get-ready-all-day-virtual-charity-music-festival-support-covid-relief/

Joe Biden Stumbles Through Questions On Marijuana Legalization On “The Breakfast Club”

Presumed Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden did not inspire confidence with today's "Breakfast Club" appearance.

source https://hightimes.com/news/politics/joe-biden-stumbles-through-questions-marijuana-legalization-breakfast-club/

BRAND SPOTLIGHT: The Flowers of Fig Farms

Welcome to our newest monthly feature, the Brand Spotlight. Each month, High Times will profile a company within the cannabis industry that we believe is doing it right and setting an example. This month, the Spotlight is on Fig Farms of Sonoma County, CA.

source https://hightimes.com/business/brand-spotlight-flowers-fig-farms/

Cannabis, Aislamiento y Creatividad: Una Charla con Bandalos Chinos

Hablamos con Bandalos Chinos de marihuana, creatividad, mĂşsica y aislamiento en tiempos de COVID-19. ¿QuĂ© rol juega el porro durante la cuarentena?

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Flashback Friday: An Octopus Cabal

Who really runs the world?

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Functional Fungi: Chasing the Technicolor Gold Rush

Will a psychedelics market follow that of cannabis?

source https://hightimes.com/business/functional-fungi-chasing-technicolor-gold-rush/

Governor of Maryland Vetoes Bill To Prevent Public Viewing of Past Pot-Related Offenses

Maryland's Republican governor just vetoed a bill that could have helped those with prior pot convictions.

source https://hightimes.com/news/governor-maryland-vetoes-bill-prevent-public-viewing-past-pot-related-offenses/

Report Shows Teen Cannabis Use In Uruguay Has Not Been Impacted By Legalization

A new study indicates that youth cannabis use has not increased as a result of legalization in Uruguay.

source https://hightimes.com/news/report-shows-teen-cannabis-use-in-uruguay-has-not-been-impacted-legalization/

Oregon Officials Report Major Spike In Recreational Cannabis Sales In April

The recreational cannabis business is booming in the Beaver State.

source https://hightimes.com/business/oregon-officials-report-major-spike-recreational-cannabis-sales-april/

High Times Greats: Joey Ramone

The dean of all punks gave a legalization lecture in a 1995 issue of High Times.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-joey-ramone/

Monday, May 18, 2020

Red Lake Nation to Vote on Medical Cannabis Legalization

If the vote passes, Red Lake Nation will have the only program in Minnesota to offer access to cannabis flower.

source https://hightimes.com/news/red-lake-nation-vote-medical-cannabis-legalization/

Special Ops Veterans Launch Pot Company To Provide Medical Cannabis For Other Vets

A trio of veterans are trying to help their fellow former service-members by proving medical cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/activism/special-ops-veterans-launch-pot-company-provide-medical-cannabis-other-vets/

Louisiana House of Representatives Advances Medical Cannabis Expansion Bills

Two medical marijuana bills are moving forward in Louisiana.

source https://hightimes.com/news/louisiana-house-representatives-advances-medical-cannabis-expansion-bills/

Massachusetts Adult-Use Cannabis Dispensaries Granted Reopen Date

Massachusetts pot shops will be allowed to reopen later this month.

source https://hightimes.com/news/massachusetts-adult-use-cannabis-dispensaries-granted-reopen-date/

My Relationship With Cannabis Is Changing—And That’s Okay

A personal essay on woman's evolving relationship with cannabis, her health, and her body.

source https://hightimes.com/health/my-relationship-cannabis-changing-thats-okay/

Friday, May 15, 2020

Arizona Supreme Court Rejects Digital Signatures for Cannabis Reform

Despite the global COVID-19 pandemic, Arizona officials will only accept in-person signatures for petitions.

source https://hightimes.com/news/arizona-supreme-court-rejects-digital-signatures-cannabis-reform/

New York Lawmakers Urge Speedy Legalization of Cannabis

The fight for cannabis legalization in New York is not over.

source https://hightimes.com/news/new-york-lawmakers-urge-speedy-legalization-cannabis/

Cannabis Components to be Used in Potential COVID-19 Vaccine

A vaccine component using a cannabis-based protein could be ready as soon as the end of August.

source https://hightimes.com/health/cannabis-components-used-potential-covid-19-vaccine/

Brand Spotlight: Curaleaf

Curaleaf’s abounding philanthropy sets a new industry standard.

source https://hightimes.com/business/brand-spotlight-curaleaf/

High Times Greats: Dennis Hopper

A rare chat with the original easy rider.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-dennis-hopper/

Flashback Friday: Tai Chi

Advocates of Tai Chi believe it transmutes anxiety and stress into useful energy.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/flashback-friday-tai-chi/

Thursday, May 14, 2020

National Cannabis Trade Group Requests That The DEA Stay Out of Cannabis Research

A cannabis lobbying group is asking the DEA to leave cannabis research to health experts.

source https://hightimes.com/news/national-cannabis-trade-group-requests-dea-stay-out-cannabis-research/

Israeli Researchers Plan to Study Cannabis as a Treatment for COVID-19

A Haifa-based research center is planning to study cannabis as a potential treatment for COVID-19.

source https://hightimes.com/news/israeli-researchers-plan-study-cannabis-treatment-covid-19/

Post Malone’s Hemp and Lifestyle Company Donates 40K N95 Masks

Shaboink expands beyond the territory of CBD pre-rolls to become a complete lifestyle brand and rises to the occasion when disaster strikes.

source https://hightimes.com/news/post-malones-hemp-lifestyle-company-donates-40k-n95-masks/

Study: Medical Cannabis Patients Show Little Change In Driving Performance After Use

A study of fourteen medical marijuana patients yielded interesting results during a simulated driving study.

source https://hightimes.com/news/study-medical-cannabis-patients-show-little-change-driving-performance-after-use/

Create a Routine With A88CBD™

Is a daily dose of CBD what you need to shake up your routine?

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High Times Greats: David Byrne

An interview with a Talking Head.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-david-byrne/

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Israel Approved to Export Medical Cannabis

Israel is getting ready to begin the process of exporting cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/world/israel-approved-export-medical-cannabis/

Cannabis Banking Included In New COVID-19 Stimulus Bill

The bill is called the HEROES Act.

source https://hightimes.com/news/cannabis-banking-included-new-covid-19-stimulus-bill/

Recreational Cannabis Sales Continue To Rise In Michigan

Michigan is seeing continued success in the state's recreational cannabis industry.

source https://hightimes.com/news/recreational-cannabis-sales-continue-rise-michigan/

New York City’s Ban on Pre-Employment Marijuana Testing Goes Into Effect

Prospective employees in NYC will no longer be subjected to marijuana testing.

source https://hightimes.com/news/new-york-citys-ban-pre-employment-marijuana-testing-goes-into-effect/

Judging a Cannabis Cup

This is what it's like to be a judge at the acclaimed Cannabis Cup!

source https://hightimes.com/culture/judging-cannabis-cup/

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Proposed Missouri Amendment Would Lift Cap on Medical Marijuana Licenses

If the proposal passes, it would enable more people in Missouri to get licenses for medical cannabis businesses.

source https://hightimes.com/news/proposed-missouri-amendment-would-lift-cap-medical-marijuana-licenses/

Maine Cannabis Business Owners No Longer Required To Be State Residents

Maine officials have dropped the state residency requirement for those seeking a license to open an adult-use cannabis business.

source https://hightimes.com/news/maine-cannabis-business-owners-no-longer-required-state-residents/

Massachusetts Prepares to Open Cannabis Delivery Business Applications

Massachusetts' Cannabis Control Commission will start accepting applications this month.

source https://hightimes.com/news/massachusetts-prepares-open-cannabis-delivery-business-applications/

High Times Greats: George Carlin

The late George Carlin tinkered with our collective psyches like nobody else.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-george-carlin/

“Have A Good Trip” Starts A Good Conversation About Psychedelics

Netflix’s new documentary aims to destigmatize the trippy taboo.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/movies/have-good-trip-starts-good-conversation-psychedelics/

Monday, May 11, 2020

Higher Profiles: Liz Jackson-Simpson & Angela White

Success Centers, providing equity and equality in the cannabis space.

source https://hightimes.com/activism/higher-profiles-liz-jackson-simpson-angela-white/

The New Genre of Business

An inside look at the new Los Angeles venue housing some of the most exciting brands in cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/business/new-genre-business/

Cannabis Export Regulations Delayed in Jamaica

The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed the long-anticipated cannabis exports from Jamaica.

source https://hightimes.com/news/cannabis-export-regulations-delayed-jamaica/

University of Rhode Island Aims to Offer Online Course on Cannabis

The proposed course will be a seven-week accelerated course in cannabis studies.

source https://hightimes.com/news/university-rhode-island-aims-offer-online-course-cannabis/

The Best CBD Oil of the Year – Where to Find Top Products

If you're looking for new CBD oil, here's a good jumping off point!

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Friday, May 8, 2020

The Various Roles of Cannabis Czars Across the United States

What exactly does a cannabis czar do?

source https://hightimes.com/news/politics/the-various-roles-cannabis-czars-across-united-states/

Minnesota Lawmakers Introduce Cannabis Legalization Bill

State lawmakers in Minnesota introduced a bill this week that would legalize the recreational use of marijuana by adults and establish a legal marijuana industry in the state. The bill, HF 4632, was introduced by House of Representatives Majority Leader Ryan Winkler on Tuesday with the support of 33 cosponsors. Winkler, a Democrat, said in […]

source https://hightimes.com/news/minnesota-lawmakers-introduce-cannabis-legalization-bill/

Massachusetts Regulators Say Recreational Cannabis Shops Can Reopen Safely

Massachusetts cannabis regulators said on Thursday that they believe recreational marijuana retailers closed by an emergency order issued in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic can safely reopen when Gov. Charlie Baker rescinds the declaration. Baker issued the order in March, directing adult-use cannabis shops to close along with other nonessential businesses to help contain […]

source https://hightimes.com/news/massachusetts-regulators-say-recreational-cannabis-shops-can-reopen-safely/

Louisiana State Congress Considering Two New Medical Marijuana Bills

The two medical marijuana bills aim to improve access to the medication for Louisiana residents.

source https://hightimes.com/news/louisiana-state-congress-considering-two-new-medical-marijuana-bills/

Flashback Friday: An Interview With Two Lady Coke Dealers

A rare 1980 interview with a pair of female cocaine dealers.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/flashback-friday-interview-with-two-lady-coke-dealers/

Thursday, May 7, 2020

Data Indicates People of Color Still Targeted For Cannabis During Traffic Stops

A new report shows that people of color are still more likely to be searched for cannabis at traffic stops than their white counterparts.

source https://hightimes.com/news/data-indicates-people-color-still-targeted-cannabis-during-traffic-stops/

Kristen Doute Has No Time for Drama

The “Vanderpump Rules” star dishes on relationships, self-worth, and her love of blunts.

source https://hightimes.com/entertainment/kristen-doute-has-no-time-for-drama/

Florida Supreme Court Considers Cannabis Legalization Proposal

Efforts to legalize adult-use cannabis in Florida are ongoing and persistent.

source https://hightimes.com/news/florida-supreme-court-considers-cannabis-legalization-proposal/

San Francisco Health Officials Giving Small Amounts of Alcohol, Pot to Homeless Addicts

In the interest of harm reduction San Francisco, healthcare workers are administering limited amounts of certain substances to people experiencing homelessness and addiction.

source https://hightimes.com/news/san-francisco-health-officials-giving-small-amounts-alcohol-pot-homeless-addicts/

Medical Cannabis Industry Booming in Maine Despite COVID-19

Maine officials are reporting an uptick in medical marijuana sales.

source https://hightimes.com/news/medical-cannabis-industry-booming-maine-despite-covid-19/

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Bust of Illicit Marijuana Grow on Reservation Yields Over 22,000 Plants

Complaints about illegal pot growing led to a large-scale bust on the Round Valley Indian Reservation.

source https://hightimes.com/news/bust-illicit-marijuana-grow-reservation-yields-over-22000-plants/

High Times Welcomes Former Retail Executive As New CEO

High Times is excited to welcome Peter Horvath to the team!

source https://hightimes.com/news/high-times-welcomes-former-retail-executive-new-ceo/

Oklahoma Officials Report Booming Medical Marijuana Sales in April

The Oklahoma state tax commission reports that medical marijuana has hit another record.

source https://hightimes.com/news/oklahoma-officials-report-booming-medical-marijuana-sales-april/

Philadelphia Medical School Recruiting Subjects for Medical Marijuana Study

Thomas Jefferson University is launching a study of medical marijuana.

source https://hightimes.com/news/philadelphia-medical-school-recruiting-subjects-medical-marijuana-study/

Campaign Aims To Fast-Track Cannabis Delivery In Colorado While Fighting COVID-19

A campaign in Colorado aims to fast-track home deliveries and raise money for COVID-19 relief.

source https://hightimes.com/news/campaign-aims-to-fast-track-cannabis-delivery-in-colorado-while-fighting-covid-19/

The High Priestess: Connecting to Body, Mind, and Spirit for Taurus Season

Happy Taurus Season, stoners, witches, and mystics!

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-priestess-connecting-body-mind-spirit-taurus-season/

Friday, May 1, 2020

New Medical Cannabis Bill Pending in North Carolina

Another medical cannabis bill is being considered in North Carolina.

source https://hightimes.com/news/new-medical-cannabis-bill-pending-north-carolina/

How to Support Independent Cinema Now

You know you love movies. Here's how to support the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://hightimes.com/entertainment/how-support-independent-cinema-now/

New Study Suggests Cannabis May Reduce Opioid Use For Pain Patients

The theory that cannabis can help reduce opioid dependency is getting more support.

source https://hightimes.com/news/new-study-suggests-cannabis-may-reduce-opioid-use-for-pain-patients/

Flashback Friday: Nightmares

You wake up suddenly, hands convulsing, arms rigid, body drenched in sweat. Then you say relax, it was only a dream. Only a bad dream.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/flashback-friday-nightmares/

High Times Greats: Terry Southern

Writer Terry Southern digs through a stash of cast-off pharmaceuticals alongside William Burroughs in this February, 1981 High Times interview with Victor Bockris.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-terry-southern/