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5 Very Strange Things That Turn People On And We Don’t Know Why

Maria Loreto
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5 Very Strange Things That Turn People On And We Don’t Know Why

Everyone has their preferences and particularities when it comes to sex: What they like, who they’re attracted to, what turns people on, etc. The list is endless, with all of these things being personal and intimate. We could find a million different answers that vary greatly, changing depending on the person you’re asking.

Some turn ons and ‘kinks’ are more obvious and common, becoming easier to guess than others, but some people have the knack of surprising you with their weirdness. 

Here we present to you the 5 craziest things we discovered that make people want to get freaky. Seriously, WTF:

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Brain Damage

A patient named Alissa was in a car crash that left her in a coma. When she woke up, she discovered a newfound and vigorous interest in sex that lead her to find a job as a dominatrix in an S&M club. That escalated super fast.

Turns out that her injury had damaged the frontal lobe of her brain which then caused hypersexuality, a uncommon condition that lead to her developing this S&M compulsion that made her want to have sex all the freaking time. 

Grief

We’ve all seen movies where people have sex at funerals and even though this may seem insensitive and callous, it’s not that far off base. This shit is real; grief and libido are strangely connected because apparently we live in The Twilight Zone and intense situations have the power of bringing people together. Together, together.

To explain things in a more biological way, the part in our brain that governs sexual arousal is really close to the part that rules over grief, anger and fear, so it’s easy for things to get blurry when our emotions are heightened.

Rabies

Not the sexiest of diseases (if you can call any disease sexy) and almost unheard of in humans, these rare cases have demonstrated that patients with rabies have a heightened interest in sex, leaving them in a state of constant arousal for no reason at all and making them want to hump anything that’s in their range of sight.

This unexplained hypersexuality is due to the inflammation of the brain, which is an initial symptom of the disease.

Breastfeeding

Having sexy thoughts while breastfeeding your newborn child sounds like an extremely inappropriate thing but it’s not unheard of. In fact, it’s kind of common. The act of breastfeeding makes women release a bunch of hormones, one of them being oxytocin, the primary hormone for all types of fun including orgasms. Then there’s also the fact that breasts are already considered an erogenous zone, so. Don’t be embarrassed. 

Food

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Junk food is the world’s greatest thing, there’s no doubt about that, but a strange and recently discovered condition called Permanent Sexual Arousal Syndrome can cause people to literally orgasm when triggered by certain events. PSAS makes the victims live in a constant state of arousal where they’ll orgasm with little to no stimulation.

Gabi Jones suffered from this disease and developed a real soft spot for food, particularly ice creams. Understandably, she bought a lot of them.

CannaCurious? Here’s How To Get Started With Marijuana

Maria Loreto
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CannaCurious? Here’s How To Get Started With Marijuana

Maybe it’s been a decade since you’ve last giggled uncontrollably with a friend with weed. Or maybe you tried it once or twice and it just wasn’t your thing. Or maybe you just want to know what all the buzz is about. Or maybe you’re just cannacurious.

Whatever your level of inexperience with marijuana, we’re here to help.  If you know nothing — or next to nothing — about the herb, here is a primer that may help you get started.

And if you have no desire to start but you want to know what the hell your cannabis-consuming friend is talking about, this might give you a hand.

You Don’t Have To Smoke It 


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Eat it. Vape it. Drink it. Smoking is optional. Lighting an herb on fire and inhaling into your lungs isn’t for everyone. Don’t worry. There are many ways to consume marijuana without ever striking a match of flicking your Bic. From tinctures to lotions to sex lubes, cannabis now comes in a wide variety of form factors.

The Easiest Way To Get Started

Yes, there are many ways to enjoy cannabis, but some have a higher learning curve than others. If you aren’t sure what is best for you, it’s wise to talk to your friendly neighborhood budtender. He or she will be able to give you the rundown and even demonstrate how to use the equipment. But the easiest way to get started is to purchase a pre-rolled joint or an edible. Go slow and listen to your body.

Can Certain Marijuana Types Give Me Certain Results?


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Absolutely. You may have heard that some strains of marijuana can give you the munchies. Some can make you feel artistic and creative. Some can make you feel hyper-alert. And, yes, some can make you horny. Cannabis hits everybody differently, so be aware that what makes you sleepy may make someone else hungry.

Here’s a starter list:

Here’s 10 Types Of Marijuana You Can Take To Increase Your Appetite

Here’s 10 Types Of Marijuana You Can Take To Make You Happy

Here’s 10 Types Of Marijuana That Will Help You Sleep Like A Baby

Here’s 10 Types Of Marijuana That Can Make You More Creative

Here’s 10 Types Of Marijuana That Will Make You More Active

Here’s 10 Types Of Marijuana You Can Take To Make You Sexy

Indica? Sativa? Hybrids?


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Most beginners are unaware of that there are categories of strains and these differences can mean the difference between crashing on the couch and running on a trail. If you are not sure if a sativa or an indica is what you want before bed or to dull a headache, you really need to bone up on the cannabis science. This primer will give you the basics. Trust me: It’s really not that complicated.

Will It Give Me The Munchies? 

Yes, chances are you will feel hunger pangs after you consume marijuana. Cannabis promotes appetite. That powerful urge to eat is actually the herb doing its job. Researchers have known for decades that using cannabis increases appetite even when you are fully sated. If not used mindfully, expect to gain a few pounds at first. So will if this is the case, why aren’t all cannabis consumers obese? While marijuana generally promote appetite, the cannabinoid receptors in your brain eventually become desensitized or trained.

Drop A Few Pounds


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There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that the herb doesn’t necessarily make your body grow. Yep. Marijuana, for some, is an excellent diet aid. One study found that people consuming cannabis at least three to five times a week had 16 percent lower fasting insulin levels and smaller waist circumference. Yes, you read that correctly: a smaller waist circumference. If your favorite pair of jeans is a bit snug or you just want to get your weight under control, cannabis may help.

What Is Vaping?

Vaporization is becoming more and more popular. Why? It is better than inhaling smoke, first of all. Also, technology is quickly improving and vape pens are becoming ubiquitous. For a lot of cannabis connoisseurs, combusting plant matter and putting it in your lungs is not an ideal way to medicate. For these folks, vaporization is a great alternative.  For most cannabis enthusiasts – especially beginners – vaporizers allow for a milder, easier-to-control high compared to smoking. Added bonus: No smoke!

Etiquette Matters


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If you’re going to be consuming cannabis solo, you can do it however your please. But if you are with a friend or a group of people, it’s essential to know the proper etiquette. Believe it or not, there are actual rules (well, more like guidelines) when it comes to sharing a joint. The first two rules are basic: 1) Just chill out. 2) Don’t be a jerk. But after that, there are a series of no-no’s that will make you look a little lame in the smoke circle. Who gets the first hit? Which way shall I pass the joint? What if I don’t want another hit? Now you’ll know.

What If I Get Too High?

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It happens to even the most experienced toker. You take what you think is the normal amount, but you’re flying way too high. Now what? Getting unhigh is not exactly as easy as you think, but there are certain things that can definitely help you out of a corner. The first thing to remember is this: You won’t die. Repeat it after me: You won’t die. No matter how sucky you feel, just know that you’ll be fine if you follow the steps in this story.

Can I Just Do A Little?


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If you haven’t heard, today’s marijuana is much stronger than the weed from the old days. If it has been a while since your last cannabis experience, you need to understand that potency has increased. But not too worry: Microdosing — a method, especially for edibles, for controlling the amount of THC consumed — is popular, especially among novices. As the THC potency of cannabis strains increases, it would stand to reason that you need less of the herb to catch a buzz. Portion control works.

There Was A Magical Mermaid Parade In Coney Island And We Have Pictures

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There Was A Magical Mermaid Parade In Coney Island And We Have Pictures

Despite a rainy weather forecast, New Yorkers came out in droves to participate in Coney Island’s Mermaid Parade on June 17.

The whimsical, 35-year-old tradition revels in the spirited and artistic nature of the beloved beach town. The stars of the show are the fanciful  nautical costumes worn by the procession’s 3,000 participants. We saw all sorts of seafaring creatures and not a single one was a fish out of water.

Each year two New York icons are selected to be crowned Mermaid Queen and King Neptune, this year it was musicians Debbie Harry and Chris Stein from the band Blondie. Simply amazing.

8 States Offering Incentives To Minority Marijuana Business Owners

Sam Jones
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8 States Offering Incentives To Minority Marijuana Business Owners

For progress to be revolutionary, it must be inclusive. As the marijuana industry continues to boom, several states are offering incentives to minority marijuana business owners and communities impacted by now-outdated laws of the past.

Is your state on the list?

California, specifically Oakland, designates half of the city’s marijuana licenses for low-income residents, those convicted of a cannabis crime or those living in a specified neighborhood with high drug enforcement. Oakland also offers incentives to companies that help new minority businesses out with free rent or other support.

Florida designated that one of the three licenses for marijuana cultivation goes to a member of the the Florida Black Farmers and Agriculturists Association.

Ohio sets aside 15 percent of marijuana-related licenses for minorities.

Pennsylvania requires applicants for cultivation and dispensing permits to detail their plans on how they will achieve racial equity in the industry, holding all owners accountable.

Massachusetts encourages those in the industry to help benefit those “disproportionately harmed by marijuana prohibition and enforcement,” but doesn’t specifically outline in what ways.

West Virginia’s laws around marijuana industry include requirements for state regulators to “seek ways of encouraging minority-owned businesses to apply for growing licenses.”

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board claims to be interested in diversifying licensees, and using outreach that will draw in ethnic communities for future licensing opportunities.

Maryland’s process for issuing licenses was halted last month by a group demanding more accountability and diversity in the industry—a move some see as a step back, but advocates for racial equity in marijuana see as a necessary action for change.

[h/t Cannabist]

Shark Tank Of Cannabis Searching For Next Marijuana Millionaires

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Shark Tank Of Cannabis Searching For Next Marijuana Millionaires

The Marijuana Show, Amazon’s TV Series, dubbed the Shark Tank of cannabis, has partnered with the Cannabis World Congress & Business Expositions (CWCB Expo). Aspiring cannabusiness’ have an opportunity to pitch their ideas to the show’s producers on stage, “Shark Tank” style this Thursday and Friday at the Javits Center.

Hopeful Ganjapreneurs will vie for a chance to be on The Marijuana Show’s third season, to garner top-notch industry mentors and potentially receive a piece of the $20 million available for investment. The TV series has previously funded numerous cannabusiness’ offering out $18 million across seasons 1 and 2. The show currently reaches millions through Amazon Prime.

“We are very excited to partner with the CWCB Expo in order to find the next potential marijuana millionaires. Their event brings together highly motivated cannabusiness’ and that’s exactly who we are searching for,” said The Marijuana Show’s Producer and Director, Wendy Robbins. Attendees may also be able to pitch the producers more informally at booth 445.

Taking place under one roof in the financial and media capital of the world, the Cannabis World Congress and Business Expo brings together suppliers, new businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, medical professionals, dispensary owners, retailers and professional service providers.

With more than 70 sessions and over 100 expert speakers covering everything from seed to sale including cultivation, processing/extraction, sales, the event is packed with potential.

“With a projected revenue of $30 billion by 2021 (Forbes), we are proud to assist Ganjapreneurs. The market is on fire and investors are eager to find the next ‘Apple‘ of weed. We are grateful to have the first-to-market Cannabis business incubator and accelerator Television show that partners with our contestants to take their ideas from seed to sale. Plus, leveraging our hit television show and our streaming education program, ‘Bud Camp‘ featuring experts in law, marketing, compliance, branding, investment and more, we provide all the tools any entrepreneur or investor would need to make an informed and educated decision,” states Karen Paull.

How Swiss Marijuana Reform Will Lead To Full Legalization In Europe

Marguerite Arnold
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How Swiss Marijuana Reform Will Lead To Full Legalization In Europe

To those who think the U.S. or even Canada leads the way, cannabis legalization is a hot topic in Europe this spring. Here the stakes are also very different if not in some ways higher. “Reform” here always means of the federal variety. And with it, are coming some intriguing proposals particularly this year.

Hot on the heels of news in 2017 alone that Ireland would allow medical use and Germany will now cover the drug under health insurance, Swiss reform activists are reactivating their own attempts to free (and tax) the weed.

In Switzerland right now, this means full, recreational reform, not the medical variety now clearly underway in Deutschland. On the table right now is a proposal to fully legalize the drug and further license and tax the entire industry. As spokesperson Nino Forrer from “Legalize It” – a group pushing the new Swiss reform said, “The ban on cannabis is wrong from a social perspective, wrong from a legal point of view and simply stupid from an economic point of view.”

The initiative will change Article 105 of the Swiss federal law.

Times They Are Changing

In 2008, a similar proposal failed at the polls. 63% of the country said they did not want to legalize and tax the drug. However since then, things have changed, radically both internally and abroad.

Reform in the U.S. has been closely watched in Europe politically as well as economically. It is no secret that the German government considered medical reform a no-brainer. That is why they voted unanimously earlier this year to cover the drug under health insurance. That said, the details of how this roll-out will proceed are still very much in the mix. It is also clear to everyone that the five year medical “trial” period in Germany is not enough to satisfy activists. There will be at least some smaller “city” recreational trials here in the interim.

That is clearly what Swiss activists are betting on. They are also betting on a new level of political support at the federal if not EU level for an inevitability that is already well on its way across the continent. Beyond the German, Italian, Czech, Croatian and now Irish medical experiments, Holland and Spain continue to keep the conversation open on the recreational side. Switzerland could easily, in such an environment, become the continent’s first “test case” for a fully legalized and taxed country experiment, right in the heart of other reforms.

What the Swiss also have going for them, of course, is what is sometimes known as “proof of concept” to prove how profitable recreational reform can be. There are now 140 retailers registered to sell low-THC cannabis, up from just a handful last year.

In this environment, an initiative to just legalize and tax everything makes even more sense. Clearly, the government’s decision on this front was also timed as a response to the German government’s move forward in January.
No matter the details, therefore, it is clear that reform is moving forward. The Swiss are also not the only ones who recognize that.

What A Swiss Recreational Market Would Mean

If the Swiss proposal succeeds, this would further up the stakes for overall reform here in Europe. In fact, Switzerland could well end up as the “Colorado” of European states from this perspective. The recreational markets in both the Netherlands and Spain are still too ill-defined for a clear-cut legislative mandate to pass, let alone gain fast traction. Germany at least federally, has signalled that it will be another five years (at least) until they will consider federal recreational reform.

In Switzerland, in sharp contrast, cannabis containing up to 1% THC can already be sold legally and consumed. That has been the case since 2011. As a result, legal sales of such low potency pot have already topped 100 million Swiss francs per year. This means a tax income to the government of 25% of the total.

Sales have boomed again this year (since February) when authorities ordered that all cannabis products carry health warnings like tobacco. One new shop launched in December 2016 is already reporting earnings of about $95,000 per month.
That means that Swiss activists, if successful this time, could well create the first fully functional, taxed and compliant Euro market for recreational cannabis – and of greater potency than just 1%.

The country’s Germanic and French cultures could also help drive additional reform across at least two borders as well.
One thing however is very clear. In an environment where almost every national government here is being forced to admit the medical efficacy of the drug, the next logical question is, when does it become legal for everyone else?

The Swiss may very well have that answer.

This story originally appeared on CFN Media Group.

Wendy’s Started More Beef, This Time With A Cross-Street Rival

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Wendy’s Started More Beef, This Time With A Cross-Street Rival

About a month ago, the signs of two fast food establishments began talking to one another. This wasn’t a case of inanimate objects becoming sentient. Instead it was two clever employees starting beef with one another. In Lubbock, Texas, Pure Water Ice & Tea company lured the Wendy’s across the street into a harmless feud with one another. You might think I’m lying, but the signs tell the truth of the situations. These two are locked in royal battle.

Now it’s important to reiterate a point I made last time Wendy’s embroiled itself in trolling behavior. Beef involving corporate entities is almost never real. Instead it’s a slickly disguised marketing ploy attempting to gain your eyeballs in the attention economy. That is the New Advertising, construction emotional ties to corporate avatars.

As reported by KCBD: “Kyler [Smith, Assistant Manager at Pure Water Tea Ice & Tea Company,] says he’s been trying to provoke his food-chain neighbor with clever signs for a while now, and Wendy’s finally took the bait when Pure Water went for the big dogs.”

Taken as a harmless publicity stunt, however, these two signs are amusing. It would be particularly delightful if you lived in Lubbock and drove past them daily. I’m not hating on the frivolous intent behind this “beef.”

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Just don’t call two minimum-wage employees posting soundbite bars at one another “savage,” please. Because if this beef was as real as Wendy’s claims its hamburger beef is, they probably wouldn’t want us posting about it.

4 Things A Healthy Vagina Must Avoid

Maria Loreto
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4 Things A Healthy Vagina Must Avoid

Vaginas are a much debated topic between women and society in general. There are a lot of tips and recommendations out there about how to have a healthy vagina and how that can help you have a more enjoyable life, but there’s a lot of information out there that’s  just plain stupid. 

Your vagina is a part of your body that lives with a lot of pressure, from you and from society. Here are four things you should avoid when it comes to the well being of your naughty bits:  

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Being Shy About It

It’s always embarrassing to come clean to your gynecologist about a problem regarding that area, but there’s so much information out there that it’s best to tread lightly and consult with professionals before douching or doing something invasive just because you want to have the cleanest vagina in the world. It’s not a competition. You shouldn’t be shy about asking any questions, on the contrary, be curious and proud.

Douching

Getting back to the topic of douching, which is a polarizing subject already, don’t do it. It’s been proven repeatedly that douching doesn’t offer any benefits to your body and that it screws up with your PH, removing your vagina’s healthy bacteria. Yes, bacteria can be healthy. It’s actually necessary; your vagina needs it to stay in top shape.

Over Cleaning

As we said before, your vagina has a lot of bacteria that it needs, and getting rid of it will do a lot of harm. Still, you have to clean it so be sure to shower regularly and to go to the doctor if you feel like something’s off.

Inserting Stuff In It

There are a lot of inventions right now like the Yoni Egg that are meant to strengthen your vaginal walls, manage PMS and improve your likelihood of orgasms, but the truth is that there’s not a lot of research out there to back up these results. Maybe the only thing you need to do to have a better and healthier vagina is to simply let it be. 

Your Grouchy Neighbors Can Now Sue Over Your Stinky Weed

Sam Jones
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Your Grouchy Neighbors Can Now Sue Over Your Stinky Weed

It’s like Italy’s lunch law, except it’s coming for your marijuana. The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that you can be sued by your neighbors for stinky weed.

The ruling stems from a 2015 lawsuit between a Colorado horse farm and a marijuana-growing warehouse, according to AP reports. The farm owners claimed that the warehouse “would diminish their land’s value by emitting ‘noxious odors’ and attracting unsavory visitors.”

But just because neighbors can sue doesn’t mean they’ll always win: The farm’s claim was dismissed, and the warehouse was allowed to open after all. It was appealed and back in court, as the judges deemed it necessary to hear their claims again.

From the Washington Post:

Pot opponents say the racketeering strategy gives them a possible tool to break an industry they oppose. It could give private citizens who oppose pot legalization a way to sue the industry out of business, even as federal officials have so far declined to shut down most pot businesses operating in violation of federal drug law. “This is a tremendous victory for opponents of the marijuana industry,” said Brian Barnes, a Washington-based lawyer who represents the Reillys on behalf of the anti-crime nonprofit group Safe Streets Alliance.

This sounds bleak, but again, being able to sue doesn’t mean opponents always win. It just means advocates for marijuana and legal weed businesses have more work to do in this growing space.

This Guy Towing A Flaming Boat Down The Highway Is Our Summer 2017 Hero

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This Guy Towing A Flaming Boat Down The Highway Is Our Summer 2017 Hero

In a fiery metaphor for the summer of 2017, an incredibly determined waterman was spotted towing his flaming boat down the highway. Just look at this:

“Maybe if I drive faster I’ll put the fire out.”

The brilliant fireball of watersport dreams took a trip down Miami-Dade highway, in an apparent effort to get it to a boat slip. It’s difficult to say what, exactly, the driver is thinking while he’s pulling a flaming boat on a busy road, but the internet attempted to solve the case.

What followed was an investigation the likes of which only Reddit could pull off. As the Miami New Times reports:

The only thing more astounding than the clip might be what happened next: A group of Redditors used Google Maps to pinpoint the location where the footage was taken. Naturally, it was Miami-Dade. The clip was filmed directly across the street from Jorge Mas Canosa Middle School on Newton Road in far Southwest Miami-Dade County.

Someone then cross-posted the clip on Reddit’s r/Miami thread, where local residents typically chat about South Florida politics and tips for apartment hunting. “Well, that looks familiar,” user MG87 wrote alongside the GIF. The Redditors then got to work: A user named “_Hi_Im_Paul” correctly ID’ed the intersection outside Mas Canosa Middle School, and then someone named “user0126” eventually posted the clip’s exact latitude and longitude.

Redditor ShadyInternets says their mom spotted the boat while it was still in the driveway, and that the owner hooked it up and drove it away on purpose, while it was on fire, and that they took it to a boat slip.

Without hearing from this mysterious hero himself, we may never know what motivated such an ambitious trip to the water. Anyway, Miami seems fun.

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