Saturday, May 9, 2026

Cannabis

Why Is New York City Embargoing CBD Products?

If New York regulators really cared about safety, they would follow the lead of states that already have lab testing requirements and make pathways to safe products rather than banning them outright

Should Voters Trust 2020 Democrats’ Newfound Support Of Marijuana?

Although many states have legalized weed for recreational use and more presidential candidates are onboard with legalizing at the national level doesn’t mean it's a done deal.

Maury Povich Once ‘Inhaled’ A Marijuana Strain Called ‘Connie Chung’

Maury Povich once traveled to Washington so he could smoke a marijuana strain named after his wife, veteran journalist Connie Chung.

Spike Jonze And Jesse Williams Are Shooting A Secret Project For MedMen

MedMen, one of the biggest names in cannabis, recruited Spike Jonze to direct a short film featuring 'Grey’s Anatomy' star Jesse Williams. The pair were seen last week in Los Angeles shooting for the project.

MedMen Facing Serious Backlash Following Allegations Of Racism

This supposed corruption among the company’s leading executives was deep enough for the New York Cannabis Industry Association to sever ties with the company earlier this week.

Inside Thailand’s First Licensed Cannabis Plantation

In December 2018, Thailand became the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize cannabis for research and medicinal use.

Vape Pens And How One Company Is Capitalizing On The Trend

Vapes have become the number two form factor in the cannabis industry trailing only flower, which commands a robust 52% of the market

Is FDA Behind The Latest CBD Crackdown?

The bulk of the problem apparently stems from the language of the Federal Food, Drug, & Cosmetic Act, which has strict rules on adding medicinal components to food.

Congress Takes Initial Steps Into Cannabis Banking Legislation

This is the first hearing to be held by the new Congress that will begin tackling the issue of banking for cannabis companies. Businesses that work in states where cannabis has been legalized continue to struggle with financial institutions.

5 CBD Valentine’s Gifts Better For Your Health Than Chocolate

Instead of candy bars, fudge, and chocolate truffles this year, why not give your beloved a CBD-infused candle, massage oil, or cannabis-scented bath salts instead on Valentine's Day?

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