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Meme Of The Week: This Dancing Pikachu Video Created Millions Of Memes

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Meme Of The Week: This Dancing Pikachu Video Created Millions Of Memes

Detective Pikachu was released this week, with a large amount of critics calling it the first decent video game movie ever made. This curse that has plagued all sorts of franchises was unable to work on Pikachu, presumably because he’s so adorable that people are willing to spend hours just looking at his cheeks.

The creative team behind the movie, capitalizing on Pikachu’s cuteness, did all they could to highlight this, releasing adorable images and clips where he’s seen drinking coffee and making weird faces. Just before the film’s official release, Ryan Reynolds retweeted an hour and forty minutes long video that looked a lot like a leak of the movie. It wasn’t.

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The link from imposter account @InspectrPikachu featured an extremely long loop of Pikachu. Just dancing. In fact, it appears the Twitter account was created just to post this video.

Attentive users noticed that Pikachu’s dance moves were very similar to a “Key & Peele” sketch, and the flood of memes came in. There now is a Dancing Pikachu account that updates videos regularly, allowing you to see Pikachu dancing to the tune of all sorts of songs. Check out some of the best below:

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Baby Sussex Is Already Worth A Fortune

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Baby Sussex Is Already Worth A Fortune

Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor is not even a week old and already, the first child of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry is worth more than most people who work their entire lives. In fact, he’s downright loaded, impacting the U.K. economy the moment he came into this world. Baby Sussex is already worth a fortune.

John Quelch, dean of University of Miami Business School, told Fox Business that Archie will create opportunities for other businesses by way of merchandising, licensing and potentially a bump in tourism. Remember when Meghan and Prince Harry got married? Reuters predicted that the U.K. would see a major boost in its economy to the tune of around $600 million, thanks to the flocking of tourists who were predicted to be eager to get a closeup of the matrimonial action.

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According to Fox Business, the birth of Prince Louis, the youngest child of Kate and William, reportedly generated $125 million for the British economy alone last April. And while that may seem like a lot, the amount pales in comparison to his older siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, who generated $3.6 billion and $5 billion, respectively.

And Professor Joshua Bamfield, director of the Centre for Retail Research, told Hello! that baby Archie will increase spending in children’s wear and infant products by nearly $1.5 billion over a two-year period, saying, “Meghan and Harry are an attractive couple and their first child will naturally be of great public interest across the world.”

But forget all that. The kid alone is worth a royal bundle. He doesn’t exactly come from a poor family.

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Markle was already worth about $5 million, thanks to her acting career, before she married Harry, who is estimated to have between $25 million and $40 million, according to Money.

And according to Forbes, the royal family is valued at about $88 billion.

If it’s any consolation, Archie may be wealthy, but he’s expensive, too. On average, it costs about $300,000 to raise a child in the U.K., according to 2015 estimates by the Telegraph. As for Archie, if the cost of raising Prince George is any indication, the newborn will cost upwards of a million bucks.

WATCH: Where Does Every Presidential Candidate Stand On Marijuana?

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WATCH: Where Does Every Presidential Candidate Stand On Marijuana?

The onslaught of new presidential candidates, at times, feels never-ending. If you’re like me, you might feel like every day there’s new member of the Democratic party who wants to become President. It can be hard to keep up with who’s who or what each candidate does or doesn’t believe.

Since this is a cannabis-focused blog here, we assume you care about marijuana reform. And if you care about marijuana reform, chances are you want a candidate who also cares. Though it might seem every Democrat has attached themselves to cannabis over the past 12 months, that’s not necessarily true. Furthermore, each candidate that supports cannabis has different views on what progressive reform actually looks like around the plant.

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Thankfully, the good people at NowThis News collected all those views into a digestible video for you to quickly understand where the various candidates stand on cannabis legislation and reform. This way you can decide for yourself which candidate to get behind in the upcoming 2020 Election.

You can watch the full video below.

Tips For Road Tripping With Your Dog

Jane Chertoff
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Tips For Road Tripping With Your Dog

Memorial Day weekend marks the official kickoff of summer. Last year, nearly 42 million Americans hit the road for various reasons: to go camping, to enjoy beach, or just to visit family and friends. If you plan to join the masses this year, there’s no need to leave Fido at home. Here are some tips for road tripping with your dog.

Dogs make excellent beach and camping companions, but you first need to ensure they can handle the journey getting there. Here are a few helpful tips for getting your dog to your destination so the summer fun can start.

Pack appropriately

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In addition to your suitcase, be sure to pack a separate bag with everything your dog will need for their time away. You’ll need their food and water bowl, of course, plus you may want to bring their dog bed, favorite blanket, and toys to remind them of home. For the car ride, you may want to invest in a crash-tested crate. (This is the safest way of them to travel and will ensure they are comfortable.) It can also double as a bed when you get to your hotel or Airbnb. Lastly, be sure to pack their vaccine records and your vet’s number in case of an emergency.

Calm down

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If your dog is prone to anxiety or stressed about being in the car, you may want to give some calming treats before the trip. You can talk to your vet about treats that won’t make your little guy ill. Or, if you can’t get an appointment on time want to buy something online, look for homeopathic treats or calming chews, which are usually considered safe for dogs. You can also try CBD for dogs.

Another alternative is a “thunder shirt” which acts as a calming shield for your pup. They are usually used for thunderstorms and loud noises (thus the name) but can equally come in handy in the car.

Stop often

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We get it—you’re on a schedule and need to get there fast. Stopping slows you down. But on long road trips, just as the humans need rest stops to stretch their legs and relieve themselves, so does Fido. Plan to stop every few hours so your dog can get out and run around. Preferably, look for rest stops with some grass or dog relief areas. But you can also Google dog parks or hiking trails along your route if you want to give your buddy some exercise time on the long drive.

Renee Zellweger Transforms Into Judy Garland For New Biopic; Alex Trebek Was ‘Writhing In Pain’ Between ‘Jeopardy!’ Tapings

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Renee Zellweger Transforms Into Judy Garland For New Biopic; Alex Trebek Was ‘Writhing In Pain’ Between ‘Jeopardy!’ Tapings

Renee Zellweger transforms into Judy Garland for new biopic

Via Fox News:

The late movie star’s life is being brought to life in the first official preview of theater director Rupert Goold’s upcoming film titled “Judy,” which is adapted from Peter Quilter’s music “End of the Rainbow,” Entertainment Weekly reported Friday.

Zellweger, in her first leading role since 2016’s “Bridget Jones’s Baby,” portrays Garland one year before her death from an accidental drug overdose at age 47 in 1969 as the “Wizard of Oz” leading lady arrives in London to launch a comeback in a series of sold-out concerts at the Talk of the Town nightclub (now known as the Hippodrome).

People magazine reported that to prepare for the part, the 50-year-old Oscar winner took music lessons, studied choreography and read up about the actress and singer, who shot to fame as a child star, but struggled later in adulthood. She also spent two hours a day in the makeup chair getting prosthetics, contact lenses and wigs applied.

Zellweger, 50, told the outlet that the chance to play Garland was a “magical” experience.

“It was such a joy learning about the magnificence of this person,” Zellweger explained. “I always admired her. She was so quick and so funny. She could hit the ball back with the best of them.”

Alex Trebek was ‘writhing in pain’ between ‘Jeopardy!’ tapings

When Alex Trebek announced that he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in March, the “Jeopardy!” host also told fans he planned to continue working while undergoing treatment.

Now, the 78-year-old is opening up in a new interview about what it was like taping the game show, revealing there were moments that he “was on the floor writhing in pain.”

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“This got really bad,” Trebek admitted to CBS Sunday Morning host Jane Pauley in a preview of the interview, which is set to air on Sunday. “I was on the floor writhing in pain. It went from a 3 to an 11. And I just couldn’t believe. I didn’t know what was happening.”

“And it happened three or four times a day while we were taping,” he explained. “So that was a little — little rough on me.”

Still, Trebek — who has been the host of “Jeopardy!” since 1984 — wanted to push through, despite one instance where he “barely” made it to his dressing room and ultimately “cried in pain” when he got there.

“I taped the show and then I made it to the dressing room on one occasion, just barely, before I writhed in pain and cried in pain,” Trebek recalled. “And I had 15 minutes before the next show. So, I got myself together and spasms of that kind usually last about 10 to 15 minutes. So, all right, here we go again: ‘Anybody got any pain pills?’ And, I don’t like taking pain pills. But I got through it.”

“And, the producers were very kind. They said, ‘Look, if you don’t wanna do the show, we’ll just cancel taping.’ I said, ‘No. We’re here. We’re doing the shows,’” he insisted.

6 Best Places To Live If You Want To Use Medical Marijuana

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6 Best Places To Live If You Want To Use Medical Marijuana

Not all medical marijuana programs are created equal — not even close. Depending on where a person lives in the United States, the concept of cannabis for therapeutic use could mean anything from comprehensive access, where almost any health condition is covered, right down to those where only specific patients are given restricted use.

There are jurisdictions that allow patients to smoke medical marijuana, while others demand that they consume only pills, oils or use topicals as part of the deal. Some require patients to jump through all sorts of hoops — they may need the approval of more than one doctor — before they are authorized to use medical marijuana. And then there are some places where gaining access to the herb is as easy as complaining about a throbbing pinky toe. What we are trying to say is that medical marijuana in this country is all over the place. But fortunately, the folks at Americans for Safe Access have released a detailed analysis of the situation in order to identify the best medical marijuana programs in the nation.

These are the best places to live if you’re looking to start using medical marijuana:

California

The Golden State was the first in the country to legalize marijuana for medical use back in 1996. And they did it right. The program is set up where basically any resident with any conceivable ailment — pain and anxiety are very common — can receive a recommendation from a doctor to use marijuana for therapeutic use. The program scored stellar points for access, ease of navigation and functionality. It nailed a perfect score when it comes to protecting the rights of patients. The only downside, according to the ASA report, is that the 15 percent excise tax has made the herb unaffordable for some. And there is still some improvement to be made in the areas of protecting the civil rights of patients when it comes to housing and employment. But all in all, California is the place to be.

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Hawaii

Although the state’s medical marijuana program got off to a slow start, it has matured to one of the best in the nation. It’s not anywhere as robust as California, mind you, but it has made some progressions that prove it to be a diamond in the rough. But while the state does allow medical marijuana access for some pain conditions, it doesn’t cover them all. This is one of its main drawbacks. It’s missing an opportunity to serve those chronic pain patients who rely on dangerous painkillers.

Illinois

The state’s medical marijuana program began as one of the most restrictive but has somehow managed to flourish into one of the strongest in the country. Illinois recently lifted the background checks that patients once had to endure before gaining access, and it has also added more qualified conditions. Furthermore, the state is one of the first to pass a law allowing medical marijuana to be used as an alternative to opioids. We’re seeing more pain patients enrolling now because of it. The program could be better if the state would actually add chronic pain to its list of conditions. It’s still a good place to be for patients.

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Michigan

The rules can be a bit bewildering, but the state’s medical marijuana program is still highly revered. It has a wide range of qualifying conditions from chronic pain to cancer, and it is relatively easy for a patient to gain access to medicine. State officials recently changed policy, and now patients can start buying cannabis as soon as they receive the email confirming that they’ve registered for participation in the program. They used to have to wait around 10 business days before moving forward. The state also has one of the highest possession limits in the country.

Nevada

While the focus on Nevada as of late has been on its recreational marijuana law, it still has one of the most well-rounded medicinal programs in the nation. It scores both high and perfect marks on the issues of access, ease of navigation and functionality. But the state could improve its program and perhaps help curb its opioid problem by adding chronic pain to its list of qualifying conditions. As it stands, only those patients suffering with severe pain can be approved.

Ohio

It is one of the newest medical marijuana programs in the country, yet it is shaping up to be one of the best. It has a relatively decent list of qualifying conditions, and it is well on its way to becoming one of the first in the nation to add anxiety and autism to the program. Ohio scores high marks across the board. Yet It still has a long way to go before it is fully functional and serving patients in the manner for which it could.

Matthew Gaetz To Democrats: Get Over Trump And Focus On Marijuana Reform

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Matthew Gaetz To Democrats: Get Over Trump And Focus On Marijuana Reform

Congressman Matthew Gaetz (R-FL) is both a conservative squarely in Donald Trump’s camp and one of the loudest politicians supporting cannabis reform at a federal level. A dichotomy that might be at odds with one another at times, but does explain some of Gaetz’s recent comments at a House Judiciary Meeting.

As Marijuana Moment first reported, Gaetz believes his Democratic colleagues have good ideas around cannabis reforms, but they’re too distracted by investigations and allegations around if Trump did not obstruct justice and collude with Russia.

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“There are some really good ideas that my Democratic colleagues have once they get to acceptance on the ‘no Russia collusion’ thing,” he said.

The hearing regarded Attorney General William Barr, who refused to comply and release the full report prepared by Special Counsel Robert Mueller that detailed Russian interference in the 2016 Election. Gaetz alleged the meeting wasn’t about Barr, the report, or Russian interference. Instead Democrats just wanted to impeach Trump. This, in Gaetz’s estimation, was a distraction from pushing through positive bipartisan legislation, including measures around cannabis reform.

For example, Rep. Eric Caswell (D-CA) has “great ideas to unlock potential cures with medical cannabis reform,” Gaetz said. “But we’re not doing any of those things.”

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“And by the way, I’ve got a bunch of my friends on the other side of the aisle lowkey wish that their actual bills that would impact the lives of Americans would get heard instead of this garbage,” he also added.

You should also know that Gaetz made these comments just one day after news that votes on two bills around medical marijuana and military veterans were canceled. The chair of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee announced those votes would be re-scheduled for a cannabis-centric hearing at a later time.

Cannabis Rosé Could Be Your Summer

Maria Loreto
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Cannabis Rosé Could Be Your Summer

No one liked rosé until everyone did. Pink colored wine used to be like the third Hemsworth brother that no one remembered (his name is Luke). Now, rosé is marketed as the “it” drink of summer, and even the cannabis industry is trying to reap some of the benefits.

As any seasoned day drinker will tell you, there’s something special about drinking this wine when it’s hot out.

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Thrillist credits rosé’s rapid rise in popularity to Instagram, which gave the drink a boost unlike any other marketing scheme. Influencers like “The Fat Jew” and Instagram account “Yes Way Rosé” created sleek and delicious products that succeeded in painting the drink as the perfect companion to summer activities.

“White wine is more frequently associated with fish and housewives, while reds are tied to date nights and steak dinners. Rosé, instead, is more frequently paired with day drinking and a life where bills are just pieces of scrap paper you pass off to your accountant each month,” explains Thrillist. Rosé captures the vibe of summer and a carefree lifestyle unlike any other drink in recent memory.

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This year, cannabis infused sparkling Rosé was introduced, adding a new dimension to the rosé experience. Let’s see if products like this one are here to stay and if rosé extends its summer reign for a few more years.

A rosé is a type of wine that incorporates some of the color from the grape skins, but not enough to qualify it as a red wine. It may be the oldest known type of wine, as it is the most straightforward to make with the skin contact method. The pink color can range from a pale “onionskin” orange to a vivid near-purple, depending on the grape varieties used and winemaking techniques. Usually, the wine is labelled rosé in French, Portuguese, and English-speaking countries, rosado in Spanish, or rosato in Italian.

 

Denver Decriminalizes Magic Mushrooms In Game-Changing Vote

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Denver Decriminalizes Magic Mushrooms In Game-Changing Vote

In a move that could have a far-ranging impact the medicinal application and cultural understanding of psychedelics, Denver voters decriminalized psilocybin mushrooms this week with the narrowest of margins. While the vote won’t be certified until May 16, Denver will become the first city in the United States to decriminalize psychedelic “magic” mushrooms.

Though the ballot initiative seemed like a failed effort for the city Tuesday, the vote made a stunning comeback when Denver officials released the final vote counts. A thin majority of 50.56% was enough to approve Ordinance 301. According to the Denver Post, that translates to 89,320 votes in favor with 87,341 against, which amounts to a 1,979 margin.

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“It’s been one hell of a 21 and a half hours,” Initiative 301 campaign manager Kevin Matthews told the Post. “If these results hold, this is an example of the absurd comedy of the great metaphor. Against all odds, we prevailed. This is what happens when a small team of dedicated and passionate people unite under a single idea to create change.”

While the vote doesn’t legalize psilocybin mushrooms, it does effectively prevent police from prosecuting or arresting adults for possessing them. In essence, the measure instructs police to look the other way regarding mushrooms. This does not preclude any and all penalties on mushrooms, however. Buying or selling mushrooms would remain illegal, though the official ballot language allows locals to grow the fungus for personal usage.

Denver serves as trailblazer yet again for what is an aspiring movement across the country. Johns Hopkins University recommended magic mushrooms be rescheduled from a Schedule I drug, while actions by the FDA suggest the psychedelic could be a legal medicine by 2021. Oregon, meanwhile, aims to legalize mushrooms in the 2020 Election.

5 Bizarre Sexual Dealbreakers

Maria Loreto
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5 Bizarre Sexual Dealbreakers

Reddit is a good website with a devoted community, but it’s also the place to find weird stuff. From crazy TV show and movie theories, to peoples’ deepest and darkest secrets, you can bet that you’ll find whatever it is you’re looking for on Reddit. TO prove the point, here are 5 bizarre sexual dealbreakers.

Sex threads on Reddit are particularly interesting. If you decide to go down that rabbit hole, they can easily consume hours of your time because of their entertainment value. Obviously, someone had to create a thread with over 17,000 comments discussing the lines people are unable to cross when it comes to sex. Started by Redditor anadventurousguy, the epic thread includes all kinds of deal-breakers, ranging from rather innocent ones, to the ones that will make you question every stranger you ever meet again. Ever.

Dog play?

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“Maybe a bit late but who cares, once a girl asked me to bring my dog but when i asked what for she said that she wanted him to join us. Never got anywhere near her,” said one user. Maybe the girl just wanted to hang out with this person’s dog, innocently, and it was all a big misunderstanding?

Someone who’s turned on by STDs

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“I was once told by someone that they have a sexual fantasy of getting an STD. Big goodbye.” People were quick to comment on this post, explaining that this is a fetish where they call themselves bug chasers.

This guy with a really low bar

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“Probably when she doesn’t dress up as waluigi or danny devito.” I want to know more about this story, but at the same time, I don’t.

DJ Khaled’s enduring legacy

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“When their ideas about women’s pleasure are the same as DJ Khalid’s.” Who would’ve thought DJ Khaled would be remembered for that very unfortunate comment?

Poor oral health

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“A dirty tongue. You can be the hottest person in the world but if you open your mouth and your tongue is white or yellow or brown, I’m instantly turned off. Brush your tongues people!” While I agree with this post wholeheartedly, the level of specificity makes me think that this person has experienced some pretty awful sexual encounters.

So now you know 5 bizarre sexual dealbreakers.

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