Friday, January 29, 2021

Cannabis Dispensaries Linked With Drop In Opiate-Related Deaths

A new study shows a connection between cannabis storefronts and decreased deaths due to opioids.

source https://hightimes.com/news/cannabis-dispensaries-linked-drop-opiate-related-deaths/

Mars Hydro Light: Increase Your Harvest, Decrease Your Costs

To grow healthy plants, you need to create an environment perfectly suited to their needs.

source https://hightimes.com/product-review/mars-hydro-light-increase-your-harvest-decrease-your-costs/

High Times Greats: Norman Mailer

A tribute to the late, great Norman Mailer from the late, great Paul Krassner.

source https://hightimes.com/high-times-greats/norman-mailer/

REVIEW: Doja Pak’s RS-11

Doja Pak's RS-11 relaxes your body without slowing you down.

source https://hightimes.com/product-review/review-doja-paks-rs-11/

Flashback Friday: Doom

Doomsday prophets never die.

source https://hightimes.com/flashback-friday/doom/

Thursday, January 28, 2021

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf Makes Marijuana Legalization A Priority For 2021

The governor of Pennsylvania continues his push for legal pot.

source https://hightimes.com/news/pennsylvania/pennsylvania-gov-tom-wolf-makes-marijuana-legalization-priority/

City of Atlanta Eliminates Pre-Employment Drug Testing For Certain Occupations

The mayor of Atlanta has signed an executive order suspending drug testing for certain prospective employees.

source https://hightimes.com/news/georgia/city-atlanta-eliminates-pre-employment-drug-testing-certain-occupations/

Opioid Prescriptions Decline in Canada Following Cannabis Legalization

A recent study examines the rate of opioid prescriptions in Canada before and after cannabis legalization.

source https://hightimes.com/news/opioid-prescriptions-decline-canada-following-cannabis-legalization/

Des Moines Decriminalizes Cannabis Possession—But It’s On Hold

The measure would make cannabis possession the lowest priority in the city.

source https://hightimes.com/news/des-moines-decriminalizes-cannabis-possessionbut-on-hold/

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Bill To Decriminalize Possessing, ‘Casually’ Exchanging Small Doses Of Pot Introduced In Tennessee

For a casual transfer to comply with the proposed law, it must be a spontaneous transfer of marijuana without a transaction taking place.

source https://hightimes.com/news/tennessee/bill-decriminalize-possessing-casually-exchanging-small-doses-pot-introduced-tennessee/

U.K. Mom of Epileptic Child Gets Cannabis Reprieve In Light of Brexit

Because of changing import laws due to Brexit, cannabis patients in the United Kingdom will have a much harder time accessing their medication.

source https://hightimes.com/news/u-k-mom-epileptic-child-gets-cannabis-reprieve-brexit/

Portable Vaporizer, e-Rig or Both? Introducing the Linx Apollo

Could the Linx Apollo meet all your vaping needs?

source https://hightimes.com/sponsored/portable-vaporizer-e-rig-both-introducing-linx-apollo/

High Times Greats: Legs McNeil On Punk

The bus for CBGB's is leaving in five minutes.

source https://hightimes.com/high-times-greats/legs-mcneil-on-punk/

Red White & Bloom and High Times Collab Releases More Products in Michigan

After selling out within hours, the Red White & Bloom and High Times Collab is back for Round Two.

source https://hightimes.com/business/red-white-bloom-high-times-collab-releases-more-products-michigan/

Monday, January 25, 2021

Removing Fascism from The German Cannabis Discussion

88 years after the Nazis came to power, the last vestiges of their influence are being rooted out of German culture, language, laws, and science. Cannabinoids are on the leading edge of that.

source https://hightimes.com/news/world/removing-fascism-german-cannabis-discussion/

New Mexico Cannabis Legalization Bill May Be Coming Soon

New Mexico lawmakers are preparing a cannabis legalization bill to introduce to Congress.

source https://hightimes.com/news/new-mexico/new-mexico-cannabis-legalization-bill-coming-soon/

Several Nations Could Legalize Adult Use Cannabis In 2021—Which Could Be Next?

The new year brings more opportunities to legalize, decriminalize, and reform the laws regarding cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/world/several-nations-could-legalize-adult-use-cannabis/

Jon’s Stone Cold Quarantine Cop List 6

It may be a new year, but we’re still dealing with COVID-19, so here’s some more heat to keep your spirits lifted...

source https://hightimes.com/products/jons-stone-cold-quarantine-cop-list-6/

Thursday, January 21, 2021

Massachusetts Dispensaries Sue Over Home Delivery Rules

Not everyone is celebrating an initiative meant to assist disenfranchised cannabis business owners.

source https://hightimes.com/news/massachusetts/massachusetts-dispensaries-sue-over-home-delivery-rules/

London Police Uncover Massive Cannabis Grow In City’s Financial District

A group of cannabis growers have taken advantage of the now-empty financial district.

source https://hightimes.com/news/london-police-uncover-massive-cannabis-grow-citys-financial-district/

Jay-Z Announces Launch of Investment Fund To Aid Minority Cannabis Entrepreneurs

Jay-Z has launched an initiative to help lift up those who have been negatively impacted by the war on drugs.

source https://hightimes.com/news/jay-z-announces-launch-investment-fund-aid-minority-cannabis-entrepreneurs/

MP Trae el Flow del Año 3000: Su Papel en Red Bull, Su Anhelo de FMS y su Tema con Kódigo

ElPlanteo.com entrevista al freestyler y músico MP, también conocido como "El Juvenil". Nacido en 1999 su nombre viene, según dice, de que se ve muy joven en escena.

source https://hightimes.com/espanol/mp-trae-el-flow-del-ano-3000-su-papel-en-red-bull-su-anhelo-de-fms-y-su-tema-con-kodigo/

Bert Kreischer on Comedy Shows During COVID And Hanging Out With Snoop Dogg

Comedian Bert Kreisher is a "go big or go home" type of man.

source https://hightimes.com/celebrities/bert-kreischer-comedy-shows-during-covid-hanging-out-with-snoop-dogg/

Monday, January 18, 2021

Illinois Collects $62 Million in Cannabis Revenue to Support Neighborhoods

The next step is distributing those funds as planned.

source https://hightimes.com/news/illinois/illinois-collects-62-million-cannabis-revenue-support-neighborhoods/

Study Finds Cannabis May Not Negatively Impact Liver Transplant Patients

Another study indicates that cannabis may not be harmful to patients undergoing organ transplants.

source https://hightimes.com/news/study-finds-cannabis-may-not-negatively-impact-liver-transplant-patients/

How Red White & Bloom Established A Base In Michigan’s Cannabis Scene—And Keeps Expanding

An inside look at how Red White & Bloom Brands maintain the values of a small company while expanding their reach.

source https://hightimes.com/business/red-white-bloom-established-base-michigans-cannabis-scene/

High Times Greats: Steve Earle

On August 20, 2020, Steve Earle tragically lost his son, Justin Townes Earle. The album 'J.T.' is dedicated to him.

source https://hightimes.com/high-times-greats/high-times-greats-steve-earle/

Friday, January 15, 2021

Some Oddly Specific Predictions About Films You Should Keep an Eye Out For This Year

A collection of anticipated films that are set to be released in 2021.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/movies/some-oddly-specific-predictions-films-you-should-keep-eye-out-year/

Airfield Supply Co. And Kiva Confections Launch Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

Two California-based companies have partnered up to launch a statewide campaign for breast cancer awareness, prevention, and research.

source https://hightimes.com/health/airfield-supply-kiva-confections-launch-breast-cancer-awareness-campaign/

Billy Bands’ Rap Journey Has Only Just Begun

Up-and-coming hip hop artist Billy Bands talks about his background, his music, and his appreciation for our favorite herb.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/music/billy-bands-rap-journey-only-just-begun/

Flashback Friday: Recollections of a Lady Dealer

Things weren't easy for female dealers in the 1970s.

source https://hightimes.com/flashback-friday/flashback-friday-recollections-of-a-lady-dealer/

High Times Greats: Robert Anton Wilson

On future drugs, life extension, understanding physics through LSD mutation, and Cabalistic magic.

source https://hightimes.com/high-times-greats/high-times-greats-robert-anton-wilson/

Thursday, January 14, 2021

UFC Decides Marijuana No Longer Violates Anti-Doping Rules

Under the new policy, MMA fighters will no longer be penalized for off-duty cannabis use.

source https://hightimes.com/sports/ufc-decides-marijuana-no-longer-violates-anti-doping-rules/

Indiana State Senator Files Two Cannabis Reform Bills

An Indiana lawmaker is making another push for cannabis law reform.

source https://hightimes.com/news/indiana/indiana-state-senator-files-two-cannabis-reform-bills/

The Authenticity Of Grandson

The Canadian-American singer/songwriter opens up about the inspiration behind his debut album, “Death of an Optimist, '' and his longtime relationship with cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/authenticity-grandson/

Chelsea Handler Releases New Inauguration-Themed Cannabis Kit

Chelsea Handler's new cannabis kit, "America Is Back" is officially available for purchase!

source https://hightimes.com/celebrities/chelsea-handler-releases-new-inauguration-themed-cannabis-kit/

High Times Greats: ZZ Top

Street smarts and sharp humor from the other side of the tracks.

source https://hightimes.com/high-times-greats/high-times-greats-zz-top/

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

California Cannabis Executive Petitions Trump To Release Nonviolent Cannabis Offender

Kyle Kazan is pleading the case of Parker Coleman, Jr.

source https://hightimes.com/news/california-cannabis-executive-petitions-trump-release-nonviolent-cannabis-offender/

Governor of Virginia Unveils Proposal To Legalize Recreational Cannabis

Gov. Northam said his bill “expunges prior marijuana convictions, reinvests money in over-policed communities, and promotes diverse ownership in the industry.”

source https://hightimes.com/news/governor-virginia-unveils-proposal-legalize-recreational-cannabis/

Mexico Publishes Medical Cannabis Regulations

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador signed the new legislation to allow research on cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/mexico-publishes-medical-cannabis-regulations/

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Backing Anti-Cannabis Litigation

Governor Kristi Noem is a known opponent of cannabis legalization.

source https://hightimes.com/news/south-dakota/south-dakota-governor-kristi-noem-backing-anti-cannabis-litigation/

High Times Greats: John Carpenter

A 1982 interview with the horror-film maestro.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-john-carpenter/

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Wilfred Creator Jason Gann On Pivoting Into The Cannabis Market

Creator and star of surreal TV show "Wilfred" Jason Gann talks about his journey into the cannabis space.

source https://hightimes.com/celebrities/wilfred-creator-jason-gann-pivoting-cannabis-market/

Mississippi Now Has Timeline For Medical Marijuana Rollout

Mississippi residents voted in favor of medical cannabis in November. Now, they have a clear projected timeline of when the program will be implemented.

source https://hightimes.com/news/mississippi/mississippi-now-has-timeline-medical-marijuana-rollout/

Survey Finds Majority of Americans View Cannabis As Less Harmful Than Alcohol

As more information becomes available, attitudes toward the potential health implications of cannabis continue to evolve.

source https://hightimes.com/news/survey-finds-majority-americans-view-cannabis-less-harmful-alcohol/

Which Lights Will Help Your Growing Plants Thrive?

A quick guide for choosing the right lights for your plants!

source https://hightimes.com/sponsored/which-lights-will-help-your-growing-plants-thrive/

Friday, January 8, 2021

Whethan: Creating From A Place Of Pure Magic

The DJ/producer phenom chats about meeting Skrillex for the first time, his debut album “Fantasy”, and being an any-strainer.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/music/whethan-creating-place-pure-magic/

Mayor Proposes Plan To Ban Tourists From Amsterdam’s Coffee Shops

Tourists in Amsterdam may no longer be allowed inside their infamous coffee shops.

source https://hightimes.com/news/mayor-proposes-plan-ban-tourists-amsterdams-coffee-shops/

Bill Would Remove Cannabis from Drug Impairment List in Kansas

A new bill would help ensure that an employee can still get money for being injured on the job, even if they use cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/bill-would-remove-cannabis-drug-impairment-list-kansas/

High Times Greats: David Johansen

A 1981 interview with the proto-punk icon.

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

Flashback Friday: Men in Black

They've been around since the year 1880.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/flashback-friday-men-in-black/

Thursday, January 7, 2021

Nebraska State Senator Introduces Recreational Marijuana Legalization Amendment

If advanced by the Nebraska Legislature, the proposal would be on next year's ballot.

source https://hightimes.com/news/nebraska/nebraska-state-senator-introduces-recreational-marijuana-legalization-amendment/

Virginia Lawmaker Reignites Effort To Legalize Cannabis In The State

Delegate Steve Heretick has submitted a bill to legalize cannabis in Virginia.

source https://hightimes.com/news/virginia/virginia-lawmaker-reignites-effort-legalize-cannabis-state/

New Democratic Majority In Senate Bodes Well For Cannabis Policy Reform

With the shift in political power, federal cannabis reform could have a real fighting chance.

source https://hightimes.com/news/politics/new-democratic-majority-senate-bodes-well-cannabis-policy-reform/

Conocé a Brasita, la Campeona Invicta de la Primera Liga de Freestyle Femenino

ElPlanteo.com habla con Brasita, quien debutó en Red Bull 2020 después de coronarse campeona invicta de la primera edición de Triple F, la liga de freestyle femenina.

source https://hightimes.com/espanol/conoce-a-brasita-la-campeona-invicta-de-la-primera-liga-de-freestyle-femenino/

Mamá Cultiva Lanza un Nuevo Curso Online sobre Cannabis

Este verano, Mamá Cultiva estará realizando un ciclo de charlas sobre cannabis, cada sábado desde el 23 de enero hasta el 13 de febrero.

source https://hightimes.com/espanol/mama-cultiva-lanza-un-nuevo-curso-online-sobre-cannabis/

High Times Greats: Dana Beal

A leading cannabis advocate tells all in a 1977 interview.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-dana-beal/

Tuesday, January 5, 2021

Missouri Republican Lawmaker Aims To Legalize Cannabis In The State

Representative Shamed Dogan wants to legalize cannabis in a bid for criminal justice.

source https://hightimes.com/news/missouri/missouri-republican-lawmaker-aims-legalize-cannabis-state/

South Dakota State Bar Advises Lawyers Not To Represent Legal Pot Firms

Legal cannabis in South Dakota continues to face an uphill battle.

source https://hightimes.com/news/south-dakota/south-dakota-state-bar-advises-lawyers-not-represent-legal-pot-firms/

Wyoming Looks At Examples of Legal Cannabis In Neighboring States

Over half of Wyoming voters support legalizing cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/wyoming/wyoming-looks-examples-legal-cannabis-neighboring-states/

Illinois Expunges Nearly 500,000 Low-Level Cannabis Charges

Illinois is keeping their promise to expunge records.

source https://hightimes.com/news/illinois-expunges-nearly-500000-low-level-cannabis-charges/

High Times Greats: Ann Magnuson

Star of stage, screen, and beyond, Ann Magnuson is everywoman.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-ann-magnuson/

Monday, January 4, 2021

Illinois Officials Report Half A Billion Dollars In Legal Cannabis Sales In First Year

Illinois has had a truly remarkable first year of legal adult-use cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/illinois/illinois-officials-report-half-billion-dollars-legal-cannabis-sales-first-year/

New Mexico Judge Rules Inmates Have A Right To Medical Cannabis

In a groundbreaking decision, a state district judge in New Mexico ruled in favor of inmates having access to medical cannabis.

source https://hightimes.com/news/new-mexico/new-mexico-judge-rules-inmates-have-right-medical-marijuana/

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom Is A Harrowing Story Beautifully Told, Steeped In Tradition

Chadwick Boseman’s final film bears a strong yet subtle resemblance to other cinematic masterpieces exploring race and racism in these United States.

source https://hightimes.com/espanol/culture-espanol/movies-culture-espanol/ma-raineys-black-bottom-harrowing-story-beautifully-told-steeped-tradition/

High Times Greats: Michael Stipe

Inspired by the Beats, R.E.M. became a band in 1984.

source https://hightimes.com/culture/high-times-greats-michael-stipe/