Cannabis Policy & Legalization
Global cannabis legislation, decriminalization efforts, and legal battles shaping the industry.
In an industry where many come and go, some names become synonymous with integrity and staying powerful. Aaron Justis is one of them. For over 15 years, he’s been at the helm of Buds & Roses, a Los Angeles dispensary renowned for its unwavering commitment to quality and community. As a pioneer in “veganic” cultivation…
From Buds to Seeds: The Evolution of a Cannabis Pioneer Read More »
In 2025, cannabis policy did not move in a straight line toward legalization. It got stranger.This has happened beforeThe pattern is clear A bunch of governments went after the edges of the cannabis universe. Not the plant, not the users, not the actual harms. They went after the accessories, the imagery, the loopholes, the chemistry,…
2025 Was the Year Governments Went to War With Weed Read More »
OH marijuana referendum; FL cannabis bills; Poll: Americans back rescheduling & legalization; Study: Cannabis use by disabled people; Hemp op-ed Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… By starting…
Details on feds’ CBD Medicare coverage program (Newsletter: December 29, Read More »
Who better to spend the holidays with than John Waters? Few artists are as festive as Mr. Waters, who releases holiday covers and tours with A John Waters Christmas— evenings of storytelling and indispensable life advice from the filmmaker behind Female Trouble, Hairspray, Polyester, Multiple Maniacs, and Pink Flamingos, to name a few of his…
John Waters’ Holiday Drug Confessions: ‘I’ve Taken Every One’ Read More »
New Year’s resolutions often come with big intentions—better sleep, less anxiety, more creativity, or just branching out from your usual go-to strain. If cannabis is part of how you manage your wellness, you’re probably curious about what’s worth trying in 2025. Here’s the thing: no strain can guarantee specific effects. But knowing what’s trending, what…
New Year, New Strains: 2025’s Most Popular Cannabis for Every Read More »
The new year brings gym memberships, meal plans, and meditation apps—and for many people in 2025, cannabinoids are becoming part of the wellness reset too. Unlike quick fixes or fads, CBD and THC offer distinct, science-backed pathways to support sleep, pain management, and stress reduction when used thoughtfully. Here’s how to build a smarter cannabinoid…
Reset Your Routine: CBD, THC, and Smarter New Year Wellness Read More »
Edibles From bone broth made with canna-butter to a healing tea made from stems, these recipes utilize different parts of the cannabis plant — but they will all warm you to your core. Published on December 28, 2025 Summertime is long gone, fall has said its last goodbyes and winter is in full swing. When…
8 Cannabis-Infused Soups & Drinks to Help Stay Warm Read More »
As you set intentions for 2026, you might be thinking beyond typical resolutions—looking for sustainable ways to support your body’s natural balance. If that sounds like you, it’s worth getting to know cannabigerol, or CBG. CBG is a lesser-known cannabinoid that’s gaining attention for its potential anti-inflammatory and wellness-supporting properties. Unlike THC, it won’t get…
New Year, Less Inflammation: Integrating CBG Into Your 2026 Lifestyle Read More »
“ You’re lucky when animation does not dog you,” Ice-T says. “Rick and Morty made me a superhero.” He was on tour in Europe when the call came. The show wanted him in an episode and asked if he could record lines. His first thought was not about scheduling. It was about risk. If a…
Ice-T On His Rick And Morty Cameo: ‘They Didn’t Roast Read More »
A new chapter begins for Chilean politics. After winning the runoff election against candidate Jeannette Jara by 58% to 41%, President-elect José Antonio Kast represents another milestone in the country’s political back-and-forth: a society seemingly unafraid to swing from right to left, and back again. But what about the future of progressive policy agendas under…
Chile at a Crossroads: What Does a Hard-Right Presidency Mean Read More »
