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Marijuana MomentApr 8, 2026

Texas Hemp Industry Sues State Over New THCA Ban and Increased Fees

Texas hemp industry groups have sued state officials over new rules banning products like smokable THCA flower and sharply increasing licensing fees, arguing regulators overstepped legislative authority

•Texas hemp businesses and advocacy groups filed a lawsuit challenging new state rules restricting hemp-derived products and increasing licensing fees
•The new regulations redefine legal hemp by including THCA in THC calculations, effectively banning certain products

by Tom Angell

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Marijuana MomentApr 8, 2026

Virginia Governor Signs Law to Legalize Psilocybin After Federal Approval

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed legislation that will legalize psilocybin in the state if it receives federal approval, positioning Virginia to quickly

•Governor Spanberger signed bills to legalize psilocybin if federally approved
•The Board of Pharmacy must reschedule psilocybin after FDA approval following a 30-day notice

by Tom Angell

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High TimesApr 7, 2026

Oakland Ballers Officially Adopt Cannabis-Inspired 'Blazers' Identity After Viral Fan Support

The Oakland Ballers have officially adopted the cannabis-themed 'Blazers' identity after a viral April Fools' joke, highlighting Oakland's cannabis culture and sparking high demand for new merchandise

•The Oakland Ballers transformed an April Fools' joke into a permanent 'Blazers' alternate identity
•Fan response was overwhelmingly positive, leading the team to commit to the cannabis-inspired branding

by It’s No Joke: The Oakland ‘Blazers’ Are About to Light Up the East Bay

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High TimesApr 7, 2026

DoubleBlind Releases Comprehensive Psychedelics Guidebook Ahead of Bicycle Day

DoubleBlind has announced the release of a comprehensive guide to psychedelics, aiming to provide practical information and cultural context as mainstream interest in substances like LSD and psilocybin

•DoubleBlind's new book, 'The DoubleBlind Guide to Psychedelics,' will be released on April 14 and is available for pre-order now
•The guide covers major psychedelics, including psilocybin, LSD, DMT, and MDMA, with practical tips for safe use and integration

by New Book Explores Tripping, Microdosing And The Expanding World Of Psychedelics

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High TimesApr 7, 2026

Jimmy Kimmel Produces Cannabis Culture Docuseries '4X20: Quick Hits' for Hulu Debut

Hulu will premiere '4X20: Quick Hits,' a four-part cannabis culture docuseries produced by Jimmy Kimmel, on April 20, featuring a segment on High Times magazine and its

•Hulu will debut '4X20: Quick Hits,' a four-part cannabis documentary series, on April 20
•Jimmy Kimmel executive-produced the project, which includes a segment on High Times magazine and Tom Forcade
•Director Kyle Thrash explores the outlaw roots and cultural impact of High Times

by Jimmy Kimmel Made a Weed Doc for Hulu. Of Course High Times Is In It

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High TimesApr 7, 2026

Scarlett Johansson Recalls Attending Cypress Hill Concert While High at Roseland Ballroom

Scarlett Johansson shared on national television that her first concert was Cypress Hill at Roseland Ballroom, where she was so high she barely remembers the experience

•Scarlett Johansson revealed her first concert was Cypress Hill at Roseland Ballroom
•She admitted being very high during the event, recalling a large blunt shared by the band
•Johansson has a history of cannabis use and even has a strain named after her

by Scarlett Johansson On Her First Concert Ever (It Was Cypress Hill And She Was Super High)

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High TimesApr 7, 2026

Corruption Scandals Undermine DEA’s Credibility Amid Cannabis Policy Influence

A series of high-profile corruption scandals and oversight failures have undermined the DEA’s legitimacy, raising concerns about its ongoing influence over U.S. cannabis policy and regulation

•Former DEA agent José Irizarry was sentenced to over twelve years for laundering $9 million in a corruption scheme
•DEA agents in Colombia participated in cartel-funded sex parties, resulting in minimal disciplinary action
•The DEA continues to exert significant control over cannabis scheduling, research, and regulation in the U.S
•Calls for reform grow as the agency’s oversight failures and resistance to accountability come under increased scrutiny

by Inside the DEA’s Crisis of Legitimacy

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TAT NewsApr 7, 2026

Songkran 2026 Promises Family Unity and Lasting Memories Across Thailand

Songkran 2026 in Thailand will feature family-focused celebrations across top destinations, emphasizing unity, safety, and lasting memories for both locals and visitors

•Songkran 2026 will be celebrated nationwide from April 13-15, with extended festivities in certain cities
•Bangkok provides designated family splash zones with enhanced safety and comfort measures
•Chiang Mai’s celebration includes traditional rituals for all ages, such as Rot Nam Dam Hua at Wat Phra Sing

by TAT Newsroom

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High TimesApr 7, 2026

Rare Cannabinoid Company Expands Edible Lineup With Multi-Cannabinoid Formulations

Rare Cannabinoid Company has introduced a line of edibles featuring diverse cannabinoid blends, aiming to provide tailored effects for consumers seeking more than just

•Rare Cannabinoid Company incorporates CBN, CBC, CBG, and CBDV into its edibles for targeted effects
•The product lineup includes Mood Mints and Mood Gummies with precise microdoses and nano formulations
•Sleep gummies feature a high dose of CBN, designed for effective, non-groggy rest

by An Edibles Rotation Worth Keeping: Rare Cannabinoid Company Review

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High TimesApr 6, 2026

Cannabinoids Show Potential to Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Infections in Laboratory Studies

Laboratory research has found that cannabinoids from hemp can disrupt drug-resistant bacteria, offering hope against superbugs, but clinical trials are necessary before

•By 2050, drug-resistant infections may kill up to 10 million people annually, surpassing cancer
•Cannabinoids like CBD, CBG, and CBC have shown antimicrobial effects in laboratory studies against bacteria such as MRSA and VRE
•CBD and CBG have demonstrated synergy with conventional antibiotics in vitro, potentially enhancing their effectiveness
•Most current data is from laboratory or preclinical studies, not human clinical trials, and cannabinoids are not approved for treating infectious diseases

by Can Cannabis Save Us From the Antibiotic Apocalypse?

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High TimesApr 5, 2026

Thai Cannabis Guardian KD Cultivates Landrace Legacy on Koh Tao

KD, a respected cultivator on Koh Tao, has spent decades preserving Thai landrace cannabis genetics and passing his legacy to the next generation, shaping both the local culture and the national cannabis

•KD has preserved Thai landrace cannabis genetics on Koh Tao for decades
•He built his collection through travel and exchange with growers in Nepal, India, and Jamaica
•KD Genetics is now managed by his son Kevin Limsakul and cultivator Daniel Dolch

by The Keeper of Thai Weed

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High TimesApr 4, 2026

Proper Doinks and High Times Forge Partnership to Elevate Cannabis Cup Standards

Proper Doinks has partnered with High Times to introduce rigorous smoking standards and competitive formats at future Cannabis Cup events, raising the bar for quality

•Proper Doinks and High Times announced a new partnership for upcoming Cannabis Cup events
•The collaboration will bring Proper Doinks' strict judging standards and competitive formats to a wider audience
•Proper Doinks' approach emphasizes controlled conditions for evaluating cannabis quality, removing subjective biases
•High Times publisher Josh Kesselman praised Proper Doinks for advancing smoking culture and setting new standards

by Weed’s Most Detail-Obsessed Smokers Just Linked Up With High Times

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High TimesApr 3, 2026

Financial Institutions Target Cannabis Industry Through Speech Policing and Account Closures

Rainey Reitman's new book reveals how banks and payment processors have systematically punished the cannabis industry and its advocates by restricting both financial access and lawful speech

•Rainey Reitman's book argues financial institutions have actively marginalized the cannabis industry
•Payment processor Stripe suspended journalist Jackie Bryant's account over cannabis-related hyperlinks

by Big Finance Found A New Way To Go After Cannabis: By Policing Speech

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High TimesApr 3, 2026

Peter Tosh's 'Legalize It' Marks 50 Years as Family Continues Fight for Cannabis Justice

Fifty years after Peter Tosh released 'Legalize It,' his family continues to advocate for cannabis justice amid ongoing legal and social challenges that reflect the

•Peter Tosh's 'Legalize It' was banned in Jamaica but became a global symbol for cannabis legalization
•Niambe McIntosh, Tosh’s daughter, leads the Tosh Foundation and cannabis justice advocacy efforts

by 50 Years After “Legalize It,” the Fight Isn’t Over

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High TimesApr 3, 2026

Trump Replaces Attorney General Amid Marijuana Rescheduling Push, Uncertainty Remains

Trump has replaced Attorney General Pam Bondi with Todd Blanche, but marijuana rescheduling efforts are expected to continue as legal and political uncertainties persist

•Trump replaced Attorney General Pam Bondi with Todd Blanche as acting AG
•Bondi was previously ordered to expedite marijuana rescheduling to Schedule III

by Trump Fired Pam Bondi. What Changes For Marijuana Rescheduling?

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TAT NewsApr 3, 2026

Thailand Launches Amazing Bag Campaign to Boost Tourism in Hat Yai

Thailand’s Tourism Authority is welcoming international visitors to Southern Thailand with curated gift bags and exclusive privileges as part of a campaign to boost

•TAT launched the 'Amazing Bag' initiative on April 1, 2026, at key entry points in Southern Thailand
•The campaign is part of the 'Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges @ HAT YAI' program to revitalize regional tourism

by TAT Newsroom

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High TimesApr 3, 2026

Pizza Movie Revives Stoner Comedy With Psychedelic Chaos and Gen Z Energy

Pizza Movie, now streaming on Hulu, reinvents the stoner comedy formula with a psychedelic twist and Gen Z sensibility, following two freshmen through a night of chaos, hallucinations, and emotional discovery

•Pizza Movie is a new Hulu stoner comedy directed by Brian McElhaney and Nick Kocher
•The film stars Gaten Matarazzo and Sean Giambrone as freshmen caught in a psychedelic misadventure
•Daniel Radcliffe voices a character in the film, adding to its offbeat cast
•The movie invents its own hallucinogenic drug to push genre boundaries

by Pizza Movie Takes the Old Stoner Comedy Blueprint and Lets It Hallucinate

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TAT NewsApr 3, 2026

Thailand and Sanya Launch Joint Tourism Promotion to Boost Regional Travel

Thailand and China have formalized a joint tourism promotion agreement to foster sustainable growth and increase travel between Thailand and Sanya, with a focus on

•TAT and the Sanya Tourism Board signed a Letter of Intent on 31 March 2026 in Bangkok
•The agreement covers joint marketing, tourism product development, and influencer exchanges

by TAT Newsroom

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Global NewsApr 3, 2026

First Nation Blocks Halifax Highway to Protest Cannabis Dispensary Raids

Sipekne’katik First Nation members blocked part of Highway 102 near Halifax to protest police raids on unlicensed cannabis dispensaries and assert Indigenous jurisdiction over unceded Mi’kmaq lands

•Sipekne’katik First Nation blocked Highway 102 near Shubenacadie, N.S., protesting police raids on unlicensed cannabis shops
•Chief Michelle Glasgow said the protest centers on Indigenous jurisdiction over unceded Mi’kmaq lands, not just cannabis
•The RCMP reduced the highway to one lane near exit 10 due to the blockade
•Tensions have risen since the Nova Scotia Justice Department ordered a crackdown on unlicensed cannabis dispensaries

by Brusky

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High TimesApr 2, 2026

Proper Smoke Network Launches High Rollers Live Show With $160,000 Bracket and Glass Auction

Proper Smoke Network will host the High Rollers Live Show on April 25, featuring a $160,000 bracket, glass auction, and live finals tailored for dedicated cannabis connoisseurs

•Proper Smoke Network will host the High Rollers Live Show on April 25 with a $160,000 competition bracket
•The event includes a live UFC-style press conference, glass auction, and the unveiling of a new Ryan Fitt tip line

by A $160K Bracket, Live Finals and Glass Heat: Proper Smoke Network Will Host a Connoisseur Event on Apr. 25

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TAT NewsApr 2, 2026

Thailand Showcases Safety and Inclusivity with Jimmy Pelletier World Tour Stage 5 Completion

Thailand successfully completed Stage 5 of the Jimmy Pelletier World Tour, highlighting its commitment to safety, inclusivity, and accessible tourism while welcoming international visitors across more

•Jimmy Pelletier completed a 47-day handcycle journey across over 30 provinces in Thailand
•Thailand was the only Asian country included in the 13-stage global tour
•TAT coordinated with local partners to ensure safety and seamless travel

by TAT Newsroom

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Texas Hemp Industry Sues State Over New THCA Ban and Increased Fees

Virginia Governor Signs Law to Legalize Psilocybin After Federal Approval

Oakland Ballers Officially Adopt Cannabis-Inspired 'Blazers' Identity After Viral Fan Support

DoubleBlind Releases Comprehensive Psychedelics Guidebook Ahead of Bicycle Day

Jimmy Kimmel Produces Cannabis Culture Docuseries '4X20: Quick Hits' for Hulu Debut

Scarlett Johansson Recalls Attending Cypress Hill Concert While High at Roseland Ballroom

Corruption Scandals Undermine DEA’s Credibility Amid Cannabis Policy Influence

Songkran 2026 Promises Family Unity and Lasting Memories Across Thailand

Rare Cannabinoid Company Expands Edible Lineup With Multi-Cannabinoid Formulations

Cannabinoids Show Potential to Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Infections in Laboratory Studies

Thai Cannabis Guardian KD Cultivates Landrace Legacy on Koh Tao

Proper Doinks and High Times Forge Partnership to Elevate Cannabis Cup Standards

Financial Institutions Target Cannabis Industry Through Speech Policing and Account Closures

Peter Tosh's 'Legalize It' Marks 50 Years as Family Continues Fight for Cannabis Justice

Trump Replaces Attorney General Amid Marijuana Rescheduling Push, Uncertainty Remains

Thailand Launches Amazing Bag Campaign to Boost Tourism in Hat Yai

Pizza Movie Revives Stoner Comedy With Psychedelic Chaos and Gen Z Energy

Thailand and Sanya Launch Joint Tourism Promotion to Boost Regional Travel

First Nation Blocks Halifax Highway to Protest Cannabis Dispensary Raids

Proper Smoke Network Launches High Rollers Live Show With $160,000 Bracket and Glass Auction

Thailand Showcases Safety and Inclusivity with Jimmy Pelletier World Tour Stage 5 Completion

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