Culture & Society
Cannabis in global culture, lifestyle, music, art, and its impact on social movements
When Lena Waithe tells a story, you feel it in your chest. From the intimate heartbreaks of Twenties, the hard-edged hope of The Chi, or unforgettable moments in Master of None, Waithe’s work cuts with precision. She’s long been a creative force unafraid to merge message with medium. But her latest storytelling canvas swaps script…
Lena Waithe’s New Chapter Begins with First Draft – Cannabis Read More »
A month after President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration is considering rescheduling cannabis to a less restrictive federal status, his GOP counterparts in the U.S. House are now attempting to strip those executive powers.The Republican-controlled House Appropriations Committee advanced a federal funding package—the fiscal year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) and Related Agencies appropriations…
House GOP Moves Forward on Blocking Trump Administration’s Power to Read More »
It’s no secret that when you smoke weed day after day, for months or years at a time, your habit starts to affect your cannabinoid receptors’ ability to absorb THC. Soon, it takes more and more cannabis to get your body and mind to that sweet spot — and sometimes, it might feel like nothing can get…
When, Why & How to Take a Tolerance Break Read More »
A GOP-controlled House committee has approved a spending bill that contains provisions to block the Justice Department from rescheduling marijuana. The legislation would also maintain a separate longstanding rider protecting state medical cannabis programs from federal interference—though with new language authorizing enhanced penalties for sales near schools and parks. On Wednesday, the House Appropriations Committee…
GOP-Led Congressional Committee Votes To Block Trump From Rescheduling Marijuana Read More »
The Trump administration has announced a “Make Our Children Healthy Again” initiative that will involve having the U.S. surgeon general launch an educational campaign on the impact of marijuana on youth health. On Tuesday, the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission unveiled the plan, which would be coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human…
Trump Administration To Issue Warnings About Marijuana’s Impact On Youth Read More »
The House of Representatives has voted to expand waivers for military recruits who’ve tested positive for marijuana. The amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed on a voice vote on Tuesday as part of an en bloc package, with no debate. The measure, sponsored by Reps. Dave Joyce (R-OH) and Dina Titus (D-NV),…
House Votes To Expand Marijuana Waivers For Military Recruits Who Read More »
If you love to roll your own joints, you know the frustration of running out of cones. The hassle of searching for a smoke shop, paying a high price and sometimes even worrying about whether you’re buying the real deal can take the relaxation out of the experience. That’s where Green Blazer comes in. The…
Green Blazer: Optimizing RAW Cones Delivery to Manufacturers and Smokers Read More »
One of the worst nights of Susan Barron’s career came a few years ago, when the artist was in Manhattan to unveil her mixed-media art series, Depicting The Invisible. Military veteran portraits adorned with paint and text comprised the collection, which Barron designed to highlight veteran struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Just before the…
The Healing Art: Military Veteran Portraits Highlight PTSD & Cannabis Read More »
Texas officials have taken another step toward implementing a law to significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program—proposing rules to to let physicians recommend new qualifying conditions for cannabis and to create standards for allowable inhalation devices in line with legislation enacted by lawmakers and the governor earlier this year. About a month after the…
Texas Officials Post Rules To Let Doctors Recommend New Medical Read More »
When people talk about cannabis cuisine, there’s usually one name that rises to the top: Chef Nikki Steward. Known for curating legendary infused dining experiences for celebrities and cannabis lovers worldwide, Nikki has spent the last 15 years refining an approach that fuses science, hospitality, and plant medicine into something that feels less like dinner…
The Alchemy of Cannabis Cuisine: Chef Nikki Steward Brings Her Read More »
