The Voice Of America has helped mainstream cannabis by sharing the health benefits

Another federal agency helps cannabis. Voice of America (VOA), the U.S. government’s international broadcaster, has played a significant role in informing the world about the evolving landscape of cannabis policy and culture in the United States. Through its ...Read more

As people look for better options in chronic pain, sleep aides and more – Lion’s mane and cannabis keeps popping up. In the US, around 38% of adults use some form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), including approaches like acupuncture, chiropractic care, and herbal supplements. This number has been on the rise, with a notable...Read more

While the Catholic Church is not a fan of cannabis, his compassion allowed the Pope to consider medical marijuana to relief suffering.

Pope Francis emerge as one of the most influential global leaders advocating for compassion, mercy, and justice. Since his election in 2013, his papacy has been marked by a profound commitment to the poor, ...Read more

Diabetes strikes 42 million in Canada and the US, can cannabis make a difference?

The loss of Gossip Girl start Michelle Tractenberg has put diabetes in the national attention, Tractenberg passed from the blood disease which is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistently high blood glucose levels, known as hyperglycemia. It ...Read more

Looking for a weekend getaway where you can get a little extra elevated? Here are three suggestions. Spring is in the air and the travel itch is strong, looking for something different? Something elevated, fun, and a bit chill? While 24 states have fully recreational marijuana, some places are better than others.  Yes, New York City and Los ...Read more

After mixed messages, the current administration make a nomination which the cannabis industry sees as positive.

The new government has left the cannabis industry and million of patients worried about the future. Veterans, seniors, Gen Z and more are using medical marijuana for chronic pain, stress, anxiety, and more, especially since it is a ...Read more

Another star studded space trip, but what marijuana strains will take you to outer space?

Katy Perry went to space with an all-femaile crew on Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket on April 14, 2025. The six-person crew also included Katy Perry,  Gayle King, Lauren Sanchez, Amanda Nguyen, Aisha Bowe, and Kerianne Flynn. The flight was a ...Read more

It’s spring and the weekend – what could be better – we have a suggestion…

The air is filled with the promise of sun, warmer temperature and fun. People are itching make the most of  the weather after a long winter. But what can make be better? Here are 3 things to make this spring weekend the best. A weekend filled with marijuana, ...Read more

Rather than hunt for a decent kosher wine, why not make the juice you enjoy a bit more fun with marijuana? For those looking to elevate their kosher holiday dinner while reducing alcohol consumption, cannabis presents an intriguing alternative. With its growing acceptance and versatility, cannabis can offer a unique and enjoyable way to ...Read more

They control one of the most popular items in the world – making it convenient to consumers. Now alcohol wants to be the sellers of cannabis

Like weed, alcohol has been around for thousands of years, but somehow became more acceptable for a major part of the world, making it a big, global business player. And now alcohol wants to be in ...Read more

He is global known and helped grow some revolutionary businesses…but will he help the cannabis industry? Elon Musk joined as an early investor of the car company Tesla in 2004, later becoming CEO and product architect in 2008. Taking the technology, he pushed the company and grew the brand and the following. Using the expanded platform, he ...Read more

Kash Patel is out at the ATF, what does it mean for cannabis?

Recent changes at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the departure of Kash Patel  as head of the ATF under the current administration could have significant implications for the cannabis industry. These developments come amidst broader shifts in ...Read more

Honey packs are the buzzy things right now – but the hype doesn’t match the performance,  especially when compared to a green plant.

Honey packs, often promoted as sexual enhancement supplements, have gained popularity in recent years, particularly among college students. The trend seems to have escalated around late 2024, with increased...Read more

Both are widely popular, especially with Gen Z – but why iscannabis in the movie like you can find it in the game? Minecraft is incredibly popular, being the best-selling video game of all time with over 300 million copies sold and boasting a large monthly active player base of nearly 170 million as of 2024. The Minecraft movie was not ...Read more

Marijuana has become mainstream and the stoner stereotype is fading – except for one tiny group… With Gen Z, Boomers, AARP, the FDA and more embracing cannabis, the average consumer is truly mainstream. The old stoner stereotype is fading except for one group – a few men in Congress and the new admisntration.  The depiction of cannabis ...Read more

There was a ton of hope when crypto and cannabis began talks – but what has happened since?

The both started with a bang and have had ups and downs.  So what is cyptocurrency’s role in the cannabis industry? Like marijuana, the currency continues to be popular. In fact, 28% of American adults, or as many as 65.7 million people, own ...Read more

Tariffs are the word of the day – but marijuana consumers need to be ready to see a change also.

From apples to automobiles, hundreds of industries are trying to figure out the new tariffs.  What is clear is prices are going up on a random amount of things.  But, why is a surprise, is cannabis consumers are being hit by the tariffs also. ...Read more

A strained, sore throat has been in the news – but did you know cannabis can help it?

There is a buzz about sore throats today. While they are most common in colder months, spring allergies bring the pain also. This is often due to postnasal drip, which is when mucus from the nose and sinuses drains down the back of the throat, causing ...Read more

Part of the cannabis industry supported the new president, betting he was going to move and move quickly on cannabis – the White House finally commented.

The cannabis industry has been a boon for consumers, medical patients, veterans and legal states, but for the thousands of mom and pop businesses is has been a roller coaster.  With a huge...Read more

States are starting to scramble with looming budget deficients, but marijuana is a boon to some – especially one state. The new federal administration is revamping how the government operates. With Doge, they are changing agencies and reducing services and support of states, which has left budget deficients in many. But some states have legal...Read more