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High TimesJan 8, 2026
Josh Kesselman Criticizes Big Alcohol for Anti-Cannabis Campaign

Josh Kesselman Criticizes Big Alcohol for Anti-Cannabis Campaign

Josh Kesselman accuses Big Alcohol of using scare tactics to undermine cannabis, highlighting market competition as the real motive behind the campaign

  • Josh Kesselman accuses Big Alcohol of anti-cannabis tactics
  • He highlights the rise of THC beverages as a market threat to alcohol

by High Times’ Josh Kesselman Calls B.S. on Big Alcohol’s Anti-Weed Panic

High TimesJan 8, 2026
Cannabis Myth Debunked: No Legal Immunity for Smoking in Voting Booths

Cannabis Myth Debunked: No Legal Immunity for Smoking in Voting Booths

The myth of smoking cannabis in voting booths without legal consequences is debunked, rooted in misunderstood state laws, not federal protections

  • No federal law permits smoking cannabis in voting booths
  • State laws offered limited civil arrest protection, not for criminal acts
  • Anecdotes from individuals like Joe Pipe and Ben Masel fuel the myth

by Did Someone Really Smoke Weed In a Voting Booth and Get Away With It?

High TimesJan 8, 2026
Luxury Psychedelic Experience with DMTx to Launch in Caribbean

Luxury Psychedelic Experience with DMTx to Launch in Caribbean

Eleusis, a luxury psychedelic experience on Bequia, will offer DMTx sessions with medical oversight, focusing on creativity and cognition rather than therapy

  • Eleusis to open in March 2026 on Bequia, offering luxury DMTx experiences
  • Focus on medical oversight and structured integration, not wellness

by What Do You Call Legal DMT In A Luxury Setting?

High TimesJan 8, 2026
GreenSTOP Launches Fully Automated Cannabis Dispensary in Los Angeles

GreenSTOP Launches Fully Automated Cannabis Dispensary in Los Angeles

GreenSTOP introduces the world's first fully automated cannabis dispensary in Los Angeles, redefining retail with a technology-driven, human-assisted shopping experience

  • GreenSTOP opens fully automated cannabis dispensary in Los Angeles
  • The dispensary uses vending machines and a mobile app for transactions
  • A customer service representative is always present to assist shoppers

by The Robot Dispensary Era Is Here. Yes, Seriously

High TimesJan 8, 2026
UK Police Receive First Official Guidelines on Medical Cannabis Patients

UK Police Receive First Official Guidelines on Medical Cannabis Patients

UK police have received their first official guidelines on treating medical cannabis patients, aiming to shift perceptions from criminalization to patient care

  • UK police receive official guidance on medical cannabis patients
  • New guidelines aim to treat patients as patients, not criminals
  • Guidance applies across 43 police forces in England and Wales

by UK Police Are Finally Told Medical Cannabis Patients Aren’t Automatically Criminals

High TimesJan 8, 2026
Massachusetts Legalizes Cannabis Cafes, Paving Way for Social Consumption

Massachusetts Legalizes Cannabis Cafes, Paving Way for Social Consumption

Massachusetts has legalized cannabis cafes, allowing public consumption under new regulations. However, local municipalities must opt-in, delaying the opening of such venues

  • Massachusetts legalizes cannabis cafes with new 'social consumption' licenses
  • Local municipalities must opt-in for cafes to open, delaying immediate rollout
  • Three license types are available: supplemental, hospitality, and event organizer
  • Strict regulations prohibit mixing cannabis with alcohol or tobacco sales

by Cannabis Cafes Are Legal In Massachusetts. So Where Are They?

High TimesJan 8, 2026
Dennis Hopper's Resilient Comeback: From Hollywood Pariah to Acclaimed Director

Dennis Hopper's Resilient Comeback: From Hollywood Pariah to Acclaimed Director

Dennis Hopper's career resurgence with 'Out of the Blue' highlights his resilience and creative genius in overcoming Hollywood's challenges

  • Dennis Hopper's career faced significant challenges post-1969
  • 'Out of the Blue' marked a successful comeback for Hopper
  • The film received critical acclaim in Europe
  • Hopper's direction demonstrated his creative genius under pressure

by High Times Greats: Dennis Hopper

High TimesJan 8, 2026
Federal Law Change Restricts Cannabis Seed Access, Impacting Growers

Federal Law Change Restricts Cannabis Seed Access, Impacting Growers

Federal law change restricts cannabis seeds, impacting growers and breeders by redefining hemp status based on THC potential

  • Federal law redefines cannabis seeds based on THC potential
  • Seeds expected to produce high-THC plants now face legal restrictions
  • Change affects interstate commerce and international seed imports

by The War on Cannabis Just Moved to the Seeds

MatichonJan 8, 2026
Phuket Cannabis Shop Shut Down for Expired License as Police Seize 68 Processed Products

Phuket Cannabis Shop Shut Down for Expired License as Police Seize 68 Processed Products

Phuket police shut down a cannabis shop operating with an expired license, confiscating 68 types of processed cannabis products and intensifying warnings for strict legal compliance and protection of

  • Phuket police and public health officials raided a cannabis shop on January 8 after receiving complaints about unlicensed processed cannabis sales
  • Authorities seized over 68 processed cannabis products, including brownies, jellies, and chocolates, from the shop 'Candies By We Love Cannabis.'
  • The shop's caretaker presented an expired license, leading to charges of unauthorized commercial sale of controlled herbal substances
  • Officials emphasized the strict prohibition of cannabis sales to children and youth and warned other retailers to comply with regulations

by จับร้านกัญชาภูเก็ต ยึดของกลางแปรรูป 68 รายการ

MJBizDailyJan 7, 2026
Florida Attorney General Challenges Adult-Use Cannabis Ballot Over Public Use Claims

Florida Attorney General Challenges Adult-Use Cannabis Ballot Over Public Use Claims

Florida's attorney general has challenged the adult-use cannabis legalization ballot, arguing the measure misleads voters about public use and odor protections

  • Florida's attorney general claims the legalization ballot misleads voters about public cannabis use and odor
  • The Smart & Safe Florida campaign faces legal and signature verification challenges ahead of the 2026 ballot
  • Trulieve Cannabis Corp. has invested over $25 million in the campaign, aiming to qualify the amendment

by Florida adult-use marijuana legalization stinks, state attorney general tells Supreme Court

MJBizDailyJan 7, 2026
Kentucky Medical Marijuana Market Faces Delays as Supply Shortages and Licensing Issues Persist

Kentucky Medical Marijuana Market Faces Delays as Supply Shortages and Licensing Issues Persist

Kentucky's medical marijuana rollout remains slow as supply shortages and licensing controversies limit patient access and delay the opening of new dispensaries

  • Kentucky's medical marijuana market is hampered by ongoing supply shortages and limited dispensary openings
  • The first dispensary, The Post, closed days after opening due to inventory depletion; The Speakeasy Dispensary is set to open with limited supply

by Supply woes still hampering Kentucky medical marijuana launch

High TimesJan 7, 2026
Young Dirty Bastard Honors Ol’ Dirty Bastard's Legacy with New Music and Tour

Young Dirty Bastard Honors Ol’ Dirty Bastard's Legacy with New Music and Tour

Young Dirty Bastard honors his father Ol’ Dirty Bastard's legacy with new music and an international tour, while carving out his own identity in hip-hop

  • Young Dirty Bastard carries on Ol’ Dirty Bastard's legacy through music and performances
  • He collaborated with SEGA and performed on Wu-Tang Clan’s Final Chamber Tour
  • His latest single, "Nominated," reflects his ambitious goals in the music industry

by Wu-Tang Is for the Children—Now ODB’s Son Has to Prove It

MatichonJan 7, 2026
Thai Political Leader Tawee Sodsong Highlights Major Drug Seizures and Calls for Stricter Cannabis Controls

Thai Political Leader Tawee Sodsong Highlights Major Drug Seizures and Calls for Stricter Cannabis Controls

Prachatat Party leader Tawee Sodsong announced a crackdown policy after his administration seized 900 million methamphetamine pills, and called for tighter controls on

  • Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong reported the seizure of over 900 million methamphetamine pills during his previous government tenure
  • Tawee called for cannabis to be restricted to medical use only and for kratom to return to the controlled substances list

by ทวี เอาจริงปราบยาเสพติด โชว์ผลงานตอนเป็นรบ. ยึดยาบ้า 900 ล้านเม็ด ย้ำคุมกัญชา-กระท่อม

MJBizDailyJan 7, 2026
Republican Opposition to Trump’s Marijuana Rescheduling Threatens Broader Cannabis Reform

Republican Opposition to Trump’s Marijuana Rescheduling Threatens Broader Cannabis Reform

Republican leaders' opposition to President Trump's marijuana rescheduling order poses a new hurdle for cannabis reforms like banking protections and hemp regulations

  • President Trump's executive order aims to reclassify cannabis as a Schedule 3 drug
  • Key Republican lawmakers have publicly opposed the rescheduling initiative

by Republican opposition to Trump marijuana rescheduling could thwart other reforms

MJBizDailyJan 6, 2026
Vireo Growth Acquires Eaze in $47 Million Deal, Expanding Cannabis Retail Footprint

Vireo Growth Acquires Eaze in $47 Million Deal, Expanding Cannabis Retail Footprint

Vireo Growth has acquired cannabis delivery giant Eaze for $47 million, expanding its retail and delivery presence across ten states and signaling a new wave of consolidation in the U.S. cannabis industry

  • Vireo Growth acquired Eaze for $47 million in an all-stock deal
  • The acquisition adds 65 retail locations and a delivery network with over 12 million orders
  • Eaze, once valued at nearly $700 million, becomes a wholly owned Vireo subsidiary

by Vireo Growth acquires former ‘Uber of Weed’ as cannabis M&A activity heats up

High TimesJan 6, 2026
Álvaro Felipe Baquero Transitions from Soccer to Music with Cannabis as Creative Catalyst

Álvaro Felipe Baquero Transitions from Soccer to Music with Cannabis as Creative Catalyst

Álvaro Felipe Baquero, known as Blondiak, transitions from soccer to music, using cannabis as a creative catalyst to explore new musical horizons

  • Álvaro Felipe Baquero's soccer career ended due to a head injury
  • Blondiak's music career took off with the song "Guaya" in Guatemala

by A Head Injury Ended His Soccer Career. Music (and Cannabis) Opened Another Door.

High TimesJan 6, 2026
U.S. Faces Challenges in Regulating Hemp-Derived THC Amid Underage Sales Concerns

U.S. Faces Challenges in Regulating Hemp-Derived THC Amid Underage Sales Concerns

The U.S. struggles with regulating hemp-derived THC as studies reveal underage sales, prompting calls for stricter controls and comprehensive regulation

  • U.S. faces challenges in regulating hemp-derived THC products
  • Underage sales of hemp-derived THC are a significant concern
  • Current regulatory frameworks lack the enforcement seen in alcohol sales

by America Cards You for Beer. So Why Can’t It Card for Hemp-THC?

High TimesJan 6, 2026
U.S. Military Actions in Venezuela Signal Broader Geopolitical Strategy

U.S. Military Actions in Venezuela Signal Broader Geopolitical Strategy

U.S. military and legal actions in Venezuela highlight a broader geopolitical strategy under Trump's administration, extending beyond traditional anti-drug efforts

  • U.S. targets Venezuela in broader geopolitical strategy
  • Trump administration links drug trafficking to military actions
  • Venezuela's role in drug trade is minor, but geopolitically significant
  • Monroe Doctrine echoes in current U.S. foreign policy

by Cocaine Isn’t the Point

MJBizDailyJan 6, 2026
Wyld Acquires Grön, Consolidating Power in North American Cannabis Edibles Market

Wyld Acquires Grön, Consolidating Power in North American Cannabis Edibles Market

Wyld has acquired fellow Oregon cannabis edibles maker Grön, expanding its market reach to over 12,000 retail locations across North America and strengthening its industry presence

  • Wyld has agreed to acquire competitor Grön, pending regulatory approval
  • The combined companies will have products in over 12,000 retail locations in the US and Canada

by Cannabis edibles maker Wyld acquires Grön

MJBizDailyJan 5, 2026
New York Cannabis Retailers Double in 2025, Pushing Sales Past $1.5 Billion

New York Cannabis Retailers Double in 2025, Pushing Sales Past $1.5 Billion

New York doubled its licensed cannabis retailers in 2025, driving legal sales to a record $1.5 billion and highlighting both economic gains and ongoing regulatory challenges

  • New York reached 556 licensed cannabis retailers by the end of 2025, up from 261 in 2024
  • Annual legal cannabis sales in the state hit $1.5 billion for 2025, with cumulative sales surpassing $2.5 billion since late 2022
  • State and local cannabis tax revenues exceeded $360 million since legalization

by New York doubles cannabis retailers in 2025, driving $1.5 billion in sales

High TimesJan 5, 2026
Top Cannabis Breeders of 2025 Revealed in Community Poll

Top Cannabis Breeders of 2025 Revealed in Community Poll

The Fire Follower poll reveals the top cannabis breeders of 2025, highlighting influential figures and their impact on the industry

  • Fire Follower poll recognizes top cannabis breeders of 2025
  • Over 2,700 respondents participated, highlighting breeders like Bodhi and CSI Humboldt

by The Best Cannabis Breeders of 2025, As Voted by the Community