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What Is The Tragically Hip Doing With Medical Marijuana?

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What Is The Tragically Hip Doing With Medical Marijuana?

Newstrike Resources Ltd. has confirmed that one of Canada’s most iconic group of musical artists, The Tragically Hip, are the investors and partners identified indistinctly as the “band” in the Company’s Filing Statement dated May 18, 2017, filed as part of the recently completed business combination with HPI Holdings Ltd.

Newstrike’s common shares are expected to commence trading on a post-closing basis on the TSX Venture Exchange at the open of markets on Thursday, June 1, 2017, under the new ticker symbol “HIP”. 

“Newstrike is uniquely positioned at a time of unprecedented opportunity for companies in the emerging cannabis market: the dawn of a completely new consumer category. The members of The Tragically Hip are known to a generation of Canadians for their unwavering commitment to quality and integrity and, as investors and partners, we look forward to drawing on their artistic sensibilities and complementary business acumen to help Newstrike develop brands, within the government’s evolving regulatory framework, that reflect these same values,” said Newstrike’s CEO, Jay Wilgar. “I am proud, humbled and honoured that they chose to partner with us and invest in our team.”

A letter from The Tragically Hip to its fans was published on the band’s official website:

Hello Friends,

We are happy to announce that we have become partners with one of Canada’s newest, soon to be public, licensed producers of medicinal marijuana. The company is called Newstrike and, after much discussion and assessment on our part, we’ve decided that this company – and the many creative people in it – are a perfect fit for The Hip.

Medicinal cannabis is legal in Canada, and it already greatly benefits the health and well being of many of our fellow Canadians.

There is a commitment from the Federal Government to legalize recreational use in just over a year, and with good reason. The harm wrought by the prohibition of marijuana has been thoroughly researched and documented.

This is a common-sense-policy and, in our opinion, is a change for the best.

Newstrike has done its due diligence with respect to all aspects of this business. They’ve hired pre-eminent scientists and growers, developed large, well-structured sites and have the wherewithal and expertise to take this on.

We are excited about our involvement with Newstrike and are looking forward to the prospect of contributing creatively to their efforts.

More to come,

G + G + J + R + P

 

Gossip: Duchess Kate’s Maid Quits; Latest On Kim Kardashian And Taylor Swift Feud

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Gossip: Duchess Kate’s Maid Quits; Latest On Kim Kardashian And Taylor Swift Feud

A housekeeper who earned £35,000 a year to cook, clean and shop for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children in their Norfolk home has quit her job after the post became ‘too demanding’, it has been reported. Sadie Rice, 35, has been working at the couple’s country home for two years, but reportedly refused to spend more time at their London home, Kensington Palace, which they share with Prince Harry. Ms Rice’s departure will be inconvenient at a time when William and Kate have been seeking to expand their household staff.

The Royal couple have spent an increasing amount of time in their London home since they decided to enroll Prince George at private Thomas’s School in Battersea, south London. A source at the Queen’s nearby Sandringham Estate told the Sun: ‘Sadie’s a hard worker but the job’s demands got too much, even for her. They wanted her to spend more time at Kensington Palace and her work was increasing all the time. She wasn’t having a normal life outside work. Sadie’s serving her notice and it seems nothing will change her mind. It’s their loss.’

Neither Sandringham Estate or Kensington Palace were able to confirm that Ms Rice has resigned from her post. A spokesperson for Kensington Palace said: ‘We cannot comment on the Duke and Duchess’s private staff.’

The unconfirmed departure of Ms Rice – who used to work for the Prince of Norway according to the Daily Star – comes as William and Kate seek to boost the size of the team who work to keep life at Kensington Palace running smoothly. Kate is also hunting for a new principal private secretary after it was reported that Rebecca Deacon is leaving the post this summer after ten years in royal service. The Royal couple have also recently hired a second housekeeper at Anmer Hall – Emma Boyce, 35, who previously worked for Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie for a decade.

Kim Kardashian Hasn’t Heard From Taylor Swift Since She Dropped The Receipts

Kim was asked if Taylor kicked Kendall Jenner out of the squad because of the Snapchat reveal. Kim says, “I don’t know if Kendall was a part of her squad. I don’t think she was. Yeah, so, I don’t think it was awkward.” Then Andy Cohen asked Kim if she’s spoken to Taylor or heard from her at all and Kim just shrugs and looks hilariously over it.

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This Mother’s Gag Gift Got Her Arrested At Whole Foods

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This Mother’s Gag Gift Got Her Arrested At Whole Foods

A prank gift for her teenage daughter triggered this mom’s worst shopping trip ever. Daphne Page, a 52-year-old resident of Richmond, Virginia, says picked up a funny present for her daughter at a yard sale: An alarm clock that looked like a bundle of dynamite. She left it in the backseat of her car while she went shopping at Whole Foods. When she came back out, the parking lot was pandemonium.

According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch, a store employee spotted the clock in the car and alerted authorities. When Page tried to get to her car, the cops stopped her.

She told the Times-Dispatch:

“It was an obvious fake, and they were pursuing it as though it was an intentional hoax. That would be a horrible thing to do to people, and it’s not anything about who I am. They obviously shouldn’t be providing this stuff on the market for people to buy if it’s something that’s going to be so controversial when you actually have it in your hands. It was a product someone purchased in a store and that allowed me to think that it was OK to just have in my car and it wouldn’t be believable enough to cause any anxiety.”

Page was charged with the manufacture, possession or use of explosives and held in jail over the weekend. “Within my family, we have a robust sense of humor,” she said. With a family like that, this will surely be a hilarious story for the dinner table… someday.

5 Simple Tips For Stress-Free Wedding Booze

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5 Simple Tips For Stress-Free Wedding Booze

I got married recently. And while many aspects of the ceremony and reception required lots of thought and planning, it probably won’t surprise you to learn that the part I thought the most about is what exactly people were going to drink. Having spent several months agonizing (and tasting), here are five tips for stress-free wedding booze planning, without driving you to madness or poverty.

Know Your Venue

Figuring out how your wedding venue will handle alcohol service is the first step in planning, of course, and at least in our case was actually a driving factor in where we chose to have ours.

Many venues, especially traditional ones, offer little flexibility when it comes to customizing your experience. They might only offer you a few choices for wine (which is probably heavily marked up), and the bar options might also be minimal. If you don’t really care, then no worries, but then this piece isn’t for you!

Know Your Audience

Most obviously, are they big drinkers? If so, do they care if what they’re drinking is good? While of course you want to enjoy the drinks at your own wedding, if your family and friends can’t tell the difference between Barefoot and Barolo, you might want to consider just having some special bottles for the married couple, or maybe the head table. The same holds true with spirits, especially with an open bar, which leads into my next tip nicely…

Make Pre-Batched Cocktails

I’m a huge advocate of pre-batched custom cocktails instead of the generic open bar. For one thing, they help make your wedding stand out, and can feature drinks that you (the people who matter most) like to drink. They also help control cost, and can speed up bar service, all of which are things you and your guests will appreciate.

I like to pick two or three drinks to offer, of varying styles and strengths; a light vodka- or gin-based cocktail, sometimes with a sparkling wine float, a stronger whiskey-based cocktail, and maybe a wild card if you like. If all the bartender has to do is pour and shake/stir, all the better.

With Wine, Less Is More

I’ve seen people get carried away with the wines at their wedding: too many options just confuse people. We’re sticking to one sparkling wine, one white, and one red. The key is to remember that people will be having the wine before, during, and after dinner, so you want something versatile. With white wines, it’s nice to pick something that’s broadly pleasing: we’re going with Chablis, but you could also do well with a crisp Spanish white like Albarino, or a restrained Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley. For reds, we’re opting for a Washington Syrah, though a slightly lighter-styled Cabernet Sauvignon or a Grenache might be a good choice as well.

Let The Staff Do Their Thing

Once the reception starts, relax and let the people you’re paying take over. Experienced caterers will be more than capable of handling any potential problems that arise, and I’d encourage you to trust their judgment, especially if they say that Uncle Jimmy’s had enough to drink.

Hugh Jackman In Insane Real-Life Mario Kart Race

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Hugh Jackman In Insane Real-Life Mario Kart Race

Chances are, at some point in your life, you’ve played Mario Kart. If you haven’t, you should probably fix that immediately. But if you have, you know the mass appeal of the game stems from how un-realistic of a game it is. You’re controlling cartoons driving go-karts throwing shells and banana peels at one another. It’s a silly and stimulating fantasy.

Or so it would seem. Because Hugh Jackman came across some individuals playing real-life Mario Kart in Tokyo, where he is currently promoting his film Logan. Jackman shot video of the Mario Kart racers, sounding as excited as any other diehard Mario Kart fan, cheering on Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach.

“We’re here waiting for the green light and we’re in Tokyo and who’s gonna…. Oh! It’s Mario Kart!” Jackman said in voiceover, absolutely delighted. “Princess Peach! They’re all there.”

He kept filming long enough for the light to change and urge on the Mario Kart racers zip through the streets of Tokyo.

As you wait for Wolverine to become a playable Mario Kart character, you can watch Jackman’s Logan, which came out on DVD and Blu-Ray in the United State this past Tuesday.

City Named Weed May Soon Legalize, Well, You Guessed It

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City Named Weed May Soon Legalize, Well, You Guessed It

Residents of Weed, California, are used to the snide jokes. And the 2,967 citizens who call Weed home are even used to street signs bearing its name being ripped off by out-of-towners looking for a cheap souvenir. But what the they are not accustomed to is legally buying marijuana within the city limits. That may soon change.

Earlier this month, and ordinance was introduced at a Weed City Council hearing that would allow medical cannabis dispensaries. You read that right: You may be able to buy weed in Weed, as long as you have a medical marijuana card.

Last November, California overwhelmingly voted in favor of Proposition 64, allowing for the sale and consumption of adult recreational cannabis. But that law does not kick in until 2018. Even after the law takes effect, local governments are free to ban sales within their cities.

But the Weed City Council may soon test the waters, setting up a program for medical sales in advance of full legalization. Currently, medical marijuana sales are illegal within the city limits of Weed. If you are a patient seeking medical marijuana now, you have to either buy it on the black market or travel to a nearby city that allows dispensaries.

An ad hoc committee submitted an ordinance to the council recommending a program to regulate and allow medical cannabis dispensaries in the city.

The plan will be considered for adoption at the Weed City Council meeting scheduled for June 15.

According to a report in The Mt. Shasta News:

  • A green cross will not be allowed on signs.
  • Marijuana leaves will not be allowed on signs.
  • The name “weed” will not be allowed on signs. (Even though that is the name of the city.)
  • Medical dispensaries will not automatically convert to selling recreational marijuana in 2018.
  • The ordinance would allow a dispensary to be located only in a small area of the city, away from schools and daycare facilities.

The city of Weed is located in Siskiyou County along Interstate 5. Motorists making the trek from Portland to San Francisco no doubt have stopped for gas and joked about the name. The city also has spectacular views of Mt. Shasta, a beautiful 14,00o-foot snow-covered peak.

Weed in weed? It may soon be a reality. No joke.

Gossip: Kim Kardashian Knew Her Marriage Was Over During Honeymoon; Jamie Foxx’s Real Name Isn’t Jamie Foxx

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Gossip: Kim Kardashian Knew Her Marriage Was Over During Honeymoon; Jamie Foxx’s Real Name Isn’t Jamie Foxx

Three-times married Kim Kardashian opened up about her second marriage to Kris Humphries, admitting she knew they weren’t meant to be forever.

“That last marriage…that whole situation was just really hard for me,” Kardashian said on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live.”

“At the time…I just thought, ‘Holy s–t, I’m 30 years old, I better get this together. I better get married.’”

She said she’s like “a lot of girls” who “go through that where they freak out and think that they’re getting old and they have to figure it out.”

Kardashian filed for divorce from professional basketball player Kris Humphries after 72 days of marriage. She was previously married to music producer Damon Thomas after eloping in 2000 when she was 19-years-old.

The reality star is currently married to rapper Kanye West. They have two children, a daughter, North, and a son, Saint.

Jamie Foxx’s Real Name Isn’t Jamie Foxx And The Internet Feels Betrayed

It turns out it’s Eric Marlon Bishop.

And although the nature of show business is literally people acting like someone else for our own entertainment and emotional release, people couldn’t get over the fact that Jamie Foxx wasn’t the actor’s real name.

Like, they were flabbergasted.

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The Fresh Toast Marijuana Legislative Roundup: May 30

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The Fresh Toast Marijuana Legislative Roundup: May 30

As the month of May come to a close, marijuana legislation continues to make headlines. In Vermont, the governor vetoed a bill that would have made adult use of cannabis legal. But lawmakers are back at work hoping for a compromise measure that the Gov. Phil Scott will sign. Meanwhile, on the other coast, Washington become the first state to create a certification for organic cannabis. Read all about these developments and more in The Fresh Toast’s Marijuana Legislative Roundup for May 30.

Vermont:

On Wednesday, Gov. Phil Scott vetoed legislation to legalize recreational marijuana in Vermont. The bill would have allowed adults 21 and older to possess up to an ounce of marijuana and grow up to six plants at home starting in July of 2018. A commission would have been created to study the social and fiscal impacts of recreational marijuana in states such as Washington and Colorado, and make recommendations as to how Vermont should proceed in implementing cannabis legalization.

In vetoing the measure, Scott made several suggestions to “improve” the bill. These included harsher penalties for smoking while driving or in the presence of children. The state legislature will convene for a special “veto session” in June to try to reach a compromise.

 National:

On the 17th, legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate to undermine a memo issued by Attorney General Jeff Sessions earlier in the month. The Sessions memo instructed prosecutors to seek the most severe provable charges against drug offenders. This effectively overturned a previous memo issued by former Attorney General Eric Holder, instructing prosecutors to avoid seeking charges that could result in lengthy mandatory minimum sentences for certain nonviolent drug offenders.

The Justice Safety Valve Act was introduced in the Senate to give judges more leeway in sentencing drug offenders. The bill would allow judges to hand down sentences below mandatory minimums in certain cases where the mandatory sentence would contradict other federal provisions. Companion legislation has been introduced in the House. The Act was previously introduced in 2013 and 2015.

 Washington:

On the 16th, Governor Jay Inslee signed a marijuana omnibus bill making a variety of changes to the state’s recreational and medical marijuana laws. Starting on July 28th, adults will be permitted to share up to a half ounce of cannabis flower so long as money is not exchanged in the process. Currently, it is illegal to share or gift marijuana to another person under any circumstances. Another provision will permit medical marijuana patients to purchase seeds directly from dispensaries, and instruct the state to study the idea of allowing all adults to grow cannabis at home.

An organic marijuana certification system will also be created, although the word “organic” will not be used to avoid conflict with U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations. The reform package includes several other measures, including one that places new limits on advertising for marijuana businesses in the state.

Editor’s Choice: Nokia Sex Toys, Boozy Ice Cream Floats, And Tips For Opening A Cannabusiness

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Editor’s Choice: Nokia Sex Toys, Boozy Ice Cream Floats, And Tips For Opening A Cannabusiness
Sex Toy
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Call Me: This Old Nokia Vibrating Phone Is Now A Sex Toy

A blog for sex-positive information based in India conducted a survey of 100 women about their sex toy habits. Their findings were overall pretty interesting and revealing, but one response stood out.

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Fact Check: Will NASA Really Pay You To Smoke Weed In Bed?

It is a headline so tantalizing you can’t help but hope it’s true. “NASA will pay you $18,000 to stay in bed and smoke weed for 70 straight days,” is perhaps something you’ve seen pass through your Facebook or other social media feeds at some point. If you haven’t seen it before now, you’re probably praying it’s true and wondering how you could sign up.

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10 Sensational Boozy Ice Cream Floats For Sweltering Summer Days

Is there a better pairing than a bubbly drink and ice cream for warm days? We don’t think so. We picked out our 10 favorite boozy ice cream floats and paired them with their most delicious images, so be prepared to salivate over this countdown with us.

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5 Valuable Tips For Launching A Marijuana Business

Thinking of getting into the marijuana business? It’s not a simple as slapping some green leaf stickers on your cool new product and calling it a cannabusiness. Entrepreneur interviewed Nick Kovacevich, the co-founder and CEO of Kush Bottles, on what it takes to make it in this fast-growing industry. Here are his top five keys to success.

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Iced Coffee
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5 Simple Ways To Make The Best Iced Coffee

Starbucks has announced that it’s going to start offering…wait for it…coffee ice cubes. That right. Coffee. Ice. Cubes. And they’re charging extra for it. It’ll be an offered add-on, like soy milk or syrup. And they’re being tested in 100 stores throughout St. Louis and Baltimore for the next couple of months. Here’s a pro-tip: You can easily make your own ice coffee and will be a whole lot more affordable.

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Stop Complaining About The Alamo Drafthouse Hosting An All-Female ‘Wonder Woman’ Screening

Trolling comments filled the Alamo Drafthouse’s Facebook when promoting the event. To their credit, they clapped back quite humorously to the silly boys who had a problem with this.

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Marijuana And Tuberculosis: Is There Help To Be Found?

Historically, there has been little study of cannabis and tuberculosis, aside from a few studies showing that communal smoking can spread the disease. (Pro tip: Don’t share a bong with someone who’s coughing up blood.) But recently a surprising report appeared that suggested cannabis may actually combat tuberculosis.

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Pink Pineapples Are About To Be Your New Summer Foodie Obsession

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Pink Pineapples Are About To Be Your New Summer Foodie Obsession

You can barely survive a week without a new food craze lighting up your Instagram feeds. We’ve had unicorn frappucinos and related unicorn foods. We’ve had cloud eggs. We’ve had millennials addicted to avocado toast. The latest foods to flood our feeds has been pink pineapples.

That is, the traditional scrumptious and yellow pineapples you’ve been buying in grocery stores for decades have been turned pink. These pink pineapples are a genetically modified fruit patented by Del Monte Fresh Produce and received FDA approval back in December 2016.

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Here’s how the FDA explained it:

[Del Monte’s] new pineapple has been genetically engineered to produce lower levels of the enzymes already in conventional pineapple that convert the pink pigment lycopene to the yellow pigment beta carotene. Lycopene is the pigment that makes tomatoes red and watermelons pink, so it is commonly and safely consumed.

And though these pink pineapples haven’t hit supermarkets yet, hype online is already starting to build around them. It’s easy to see why.

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In addition to the genetically modified enzymes transforming the pineapples from yellow to pink, that change will also make the pink pineapples sweeter. Considering how sweet regular pineapples are naturally, who knows if this will be a good or bad thing. If it’s bad, well, you can just wait until the new food craze next week.

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