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High Times is one of the most recognizable cannabis publications in the United States. Founded in 1974, it grew out of the counterculture era and became a long-running voice for cannabis normalization, advocacy, and consumer education.

Its coverage spans legalization and policy, industry news, and the cultural side of cannabis—from strains and products to events, personalities, and lifestyle reporting. Over decades, High Times has helped mainstream cannabis journalism and popularized the idea of cannabis as both a political issue and a consumer category.

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Sep 11, 2026
Montana Cannabis Cup 2026 Awards Spotlight Solventless Innovations and Farm Dominance

Montana Cannabis Cup 2026 Awards Spotlight Solventless Innovations and Farm Dominance

Montana's Cannabis Cup honored 23 brands with 33 medals, spotlighting Funk Farm's dominance in flower categories and a surge in solventless products across multiple award-winning entries

  • •Twenty-three brands won 33 medals across 11 categories at the Montana Cannabis Cup in Billings
  • •Funk Farm placed in every flower category and earned four total medals, more than any other brand
  • •Wild Sky Farms secured gold in both hybrid and indica flower categories
  • •Solventless products won three of six edible and gummy medals, showing a shift in consumer preference

by High Times Cannabis Cup Montana 2026: The Complete Winners List

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Sep 2, 2026
New Study Identifies Three Distinct Joint Smoking Styles and Challenges Old Lab Standards

New Study Identifies Three Distinct Joint Smoking Styles and Challenges Old Lab Standards

A new study has identified three main joint-smoking styles—intense, slow, and double puffers—each producing more smoke than standard cigarette protocols, prompting calls for updated cannabis research

  • •Researchers identified three main joint-smoking styles: intense, slow, and double puffers
  • •All observed cannabis puff profiles produced more smoke per puff than traditional cigarette-based lab standards
  • •The study suggests current laboratory protocols underestimate actual smoke intake by cannabis consumers

by Are You an Intense, Slow or Double Puffer? Scientists Found Three Ways People Smoke Joints.

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High Times
Aug 31, 2026
US Open Players Confront Persistent Cannabis Odor from Flushing Meadows Park

US Open Players Confront Persistent Cannabis Odor from Flushing Meadows Park

US Open players have reported strong cannabis odors drifting onto the courts from Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, with several athletes describing it as a persistent and sometimes distracting presence during matches

  • •Players at the US Open reported strong cannabis odors coming from Flushing Meadows–Corona Park
  • •Francesca Jones and Katie Boulter both described the cannabis smell as noticeable and sometimes distracting during matches
  • •Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic have previously complained about the issue, citing personal discomfort
  • •The United States Tennis Association prohibits smoking on tournament grounds and works with local authorities to limit smoke near the courts

by The US Open Reeks of Weed, Again: Tennis Pros Have Thoughts

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High Times
Aug 28, 2026
Farmer-Led Cannabis Tourism Grows Roots in Northern California

Farmer-Led Cannabis Tourism Grows Roots in Northern California

Northern California’s small cannabis farms are inviting visitors for immersive tours, offering unique insights into cultivation and connecting consumers with the

  • •Farmers in Mendocino and Sonoma counties are hosting cannabis tourism experiences for visitors
  • •Personal farm tours help small growers share their stories and connect with consumers
  • •Regulatory restrictions prevent cannabis farms from selling products directly to tourists
  • •Dispensaries play a key role as regional ambassadors, linking visitors to local cannabis products

by The Future of Cannabis Tourism Starts on the Farm

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High Times
Aug 27, 2026
Sonoma County Halts Drone Surveillance After Lawsuit Over Cannabis Enforcement

Sonoma County Halts Drone Surveillance After Lawsuit Over Cannabis Enforcement

Sonoma County has suspended its drone surveillance program after an ACLU lawsuit revealed hundreds of warrantless flights targeting cannabis growers and other

  • •Sonoma County conducted around 700 warrantless drone flights since 2019
  • •Nearly half the drone flights in 2024 were unrelated to cannabis enforcement
  • •The enforcement campaign led to foreclosures, evictions, and six-figure fines for residents
  • •The county has paused drone flights while negotiating a settlement with the ACLU

by Sonoma County Sent Drones to Find Illegal Weed. Keni Meyer Lost Her Home Over Building-Code Violations Unrelated to Cannabis.

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High Times
Aug 25, 2026
Black Cannabis Week Returns to Philadelphia With Free Expungement Clinic and Community Events

Black Cannabis Week Returns to Philadelphia With Free Expungement Clinic and Community Events

Black Cannabis Week returns to Philadelphia September 25-27, featuring a free expungement clinic, community day, and opportunities for networking and education in the cannabis industry

  • •Black Cannabis Week takes place in Philadelphia from September 25 to 27
  • •A free expungement and record-clearing clinic will be available during the event
  • •Sunday's Community Day is open to the public at no cost
  • •The program includes policy panels, workforce sessions, scholarships, and a founder pitch event

by Black Cannabis Week Returns to Philadelphia Sept. 25-27, With a Free Expungement Clinic

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High Times
Aug 25, 2026
FDA Expands Social Media Monitoring to Track U.S. Cannabis Consumer Trends

FDA Expands Social Media Monitoring to Track U.S. Cannabis Consumer Trends

The FDA is launching a major initiative to monitor U.S. cannabis use by analyzing social media conversations, consumer surveys, and market trends, aiming to inform

  • •The FDA is seeking contractors to analyze public social media, consumer surveys, and cannabis market data
  • •The initiative covers platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit, focusing on product mentions and consumer sentiment

by The FDA Wants to Know How You Use Cannabis—Useful or Concerning?

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High Times
Aug 18, 2026
Study Shows THC Beverages Cut Alcohol Use in Half as New Ban Looms

Study Shows THC Beverages Cut Alcohol Use in Half as New Ban Looms

A major new study finds that people who consume THC beverages cut their alcohol use by about half, but upcoming federal regulations threaten to ban all tested products from the market

  • •Participants who drank THC beverages were about half as likely to consume alcohol on the same day
  • •The study tracked 4,516 people across 36 products and 23 brands, with THC doses from 1 to 10 milligrams
  • •Two-thirds of participants reported drinking less alcohol, and 56% said THC drinks were a regular replacement
  • •Section 781 of Public Law 119-37 will ban any product with more than 0.4mg THC per container starting November 12

by Exclusive: New Study Finds People Drinking THC Beverages Reached for Alcohol Half as Often. Every Product Tested Is About to Be Banned.

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High Times
Aug 18, 2026
US Federal Conservation Funds Exclude Cannabis Growers Despite Regenerative Boom

US Federal Conservation Funds Exclude Cannabis Growers Despite Regenerative Boom

US federal conservation funding continues to exclude state-licensed marijuana growers, leaving cannabis farmers reliant on third-party certification even as regenerative agriculture gains momentum nationwide

  • •President Trump signed an executive order expanding federal conservation programs for regenerative agriculture
  • •State-licensed marijuana growers remain ineligible for federal conservation funds and USDA organic certification
  • •Hemp producers are eligible for federal support due to the 2018 Farm Bill
  • •Third-party certifiers like Sun & Earth provide regenerative certification for cannabis farms

by Trump Signed an Order Paying Farmers to Heal Their Soil. Weed Growers Get Nothing.

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High Times
Aug 6, 2026
Rick Ross Rejects Dispensary Cannabis, Champions Black Market Quality

Rick Ross Rejects Dispensary Cannabis, Champions Black Market Quality

Rick Ross has publicly rejected dispensary cannabis, declaring his loyalty to underground growers and emphasizing the importance of quality, independence, and personal control in his cannabis experience

  • •Rick Ross stated he rejects dispensary cannabis in favor of underground and black market growers
  • •He emphasized the importance of personal control and independence in cannabis use
  • •Ross argued that dispensaries are limited by regulations and cannot match the quality of underground products

by Rick Ross Doesn’t Want Dispensary Weed

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High Times
Jul 30, 2026
Daily Cannabis Use in the US Surpasses Alcohol as Teen Consumption Declines

Daily Cannabis Use in the US Surpasses Alcohol as Teen Consumption Declines

Daily cannabis use has surpassed daily alcohol consumption among Americans, while teen cannabis use has dropped by nearly 40% since 2011, according to new federal survey data

  • •21.4 million Americans now use cannabis daily or near-daily, surpassing daily alcohol users at 17.2 million
  • •Teen cannabis use in the US dropped from 14.2% in 2011 to 8.7% in 2025
  • •Past-month cannabis use among adolescents declined from 6.1% in 2021 to 5% in 2025

by Daily Cannabis Use in the US Now Outpaces Alcohol as Teen Use Declines

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High Times
Jul 21, 2026
Rastafari Cannabis Rights Advance Across Caribbean Nations Amid Ongoing Challenges

Rastafari Cannabis Rights Advance Across Caribbean Nations Amid Ongoing Challenges

Caribbean countries are steadily expanding legal protections for Rastafari cannabis use, but uneven enforcement and regulatory hurdles continue to pose challenges for practitioners across the region

  • •Jamaica decriminalized cannabis in 2015 and allows Rastafarians to use and grow ganja for religious purposes
  • •Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, and the Bahamas have enacted laws for religious cannabis use, though enforcement and licensing remain contentious

by Ganja, Faith, and the Law: Rastafari Cannabis Policies Across the Globe, Explained

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High Times
Jul 17, 2026
DEA Rescheduling Hearing Sees Opposition Witnesses Undercut Prohibitionist Arguments on Cannabis

DEA Rescheduling Hearing Sees Opposition Witnesses Undercut Prohibitionist Arguments on Cannabis

Opposition witnesses at the DEA’s cannabis rescheduling hearing contradicted key prohibitionist arguments, with one expert conceding cannabis could meet Schedule III criteria and law enforcement testimony undercutting crime claims

  • •All non-government witnesses at the DEA hearing opposed rescheduling cannabis
  • •Sheriff William Honsal testified that regulated markets aid law enforcement and most illicit cannabis comes from unlicensed growers
  • •Harvard's Dr. Bertha Madras reportedly admitted cannabis meets Schedule III criteria

by Prohibitionists Packed the DEA Hearing to Keep Marijuana in Schedule I. Their Own Witnesses Made the Case for Schedule III.

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High Times
Jul 14, 2026
Mary Jane Berlin Rekindles Cannabis Community Spirit Amid Germany’s Legalization Momentum

Mary Jane Berlin Rekindles Cannabis Community Spirit Amid Germany’s Legalization Momentum

Mary Jane Berlin drew 80,000 attendees and reignited a sense of community and excitement in Germany’s cannabis industry, blending cultural celebration with pharmaceutical innovation and attracting global attention

  • •Mary Jane Berlin drew an estimated 80,000 attendees, highlighting renewed excitement in the cannabis community
  • •Event participants ranged from breeders and doctors to artists and major brands, reflecting global industry diversity

by ‘It Feels Like 2016 Again’: A Week in Germany Reminded the Weed Industry (and Berner) How to Have Fun

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High Times
Jul 13, 2026
Cannabis Community Leaders Call for Greater Collaboration to Sustain Culture

Cannabis Community Leaders Call for Greater Collaboration to Sustain Culture

Cannabis industry leaders are urging greater collaboration across events, publications, and education to prevent fragmentation and sustain the culture that has long

  • •Cannabis culture was historically built on decentralized human connection and trust
  • •Industry insiders warn that parallel, uncoordinated efforts are leading to fragmentation
  • •Organizers stress the importance of intention over budget or promotion in successful events
  • •Silos among legacy operators, educators, and new entrants risk duplicating efforts and causing friction

by Cannabis Culture Needs Collaboration, Not Fragmentation

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High Times
Jun 30, 2026
Cannabis Enhances Divergent Thinking but Does Not Create Talent, Expert Explains

Cannabis Enhances Divergent Thinking but Does Not Create Talent, Expert Explains

Medical experts clarify that cannabis does not create artistic talent but can help reduce mental barriers, enhancing creativity only in those who already possess creative abilities

  • •Dr. María Celeste Romero states cannabis amplifies existing talent but does not create new abilities
  • •THC lowers inhibitory control in the brain, enabling divergent thinking and cognitive flexibility
  • •Excessive cannabis use can inhibit creativity and lead to paranoia, especially for inexperienced users
  • •Regular tolerance breaks and a healthy lifestyle are recommended to maintain creative benefits

by Weed Doesn’t Make You Creative. It Just Gets Out of the Way

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Jun 25, 2026
Kicking Back Series Launches, Blending Soccer and Cannabis Culture Across the U.S

Kicking Back Series Launches, Blending Soccer and Cannabis Culture Across the U.S

The new docuseries 'Kicking Back' follows Ethan Zohn as he explores how soccer culture and cannabis intersect in U.S. cities hosting World Cup matches, starting in Boston

  • •'Kicking Back' is an eight-episode docuseries hosted by Ethan Zohn, exploring soccer and cannabis culture during the World Cup
  • •The first episode is set in Boston, where Zohn reconnects with local figures and landmarks from his past

by Watch: A Survivor Winner Takes the World Cup on a Cannabis Road Trip in Our New Docuseries

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High Times
Jun 23, 2026
Logan Grendel Fosters Community Healing Through Cannabis and Urban Gardening in Harlem

Logan Grendel Fosters Community Healing Through Cannabis and Urban Gardening in Harlem

Logan Grendel’s Infinity Garden in Harlem transforms cannabis from a commodity into a catalyst for community, healing, and grassroots empowerment through sharing and urban gardening

  • •Logan Grendel maintains the Infinity Garden in Harlem, focusing on community and empowerment through urban gardening
  • •Grendel shares homegrown cannabis with neighbors to foster connections and goodwill
  • •The Infinity Garden concept encourages others to replicate gardens and green urban environments

by Resistance Is Fertile: A Conversation With Logan Grendel of Focused on Infinity

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Jun 21, 2026
Jason Silva Explores Cannabis as a Tool for Consciousness Design in New Book

Jason Silva Explores Cannabis as a Tool for Consciousness Design in New Book

Jason Silva’s new book frames cannabis as a tool for intentional consciousness design, emphasizing its ability to empower users to curate their internal experience rather than simply alter perception

  • •Jason Silva's book 'Sacred Derangement' explores cannabis as a tool for self-directed consciousness
  • •David Lenson's philosophy highlights cannabis users' ability to curate their internal experience
  • •Silva compares cannabis-influenced perception to editing a film or curating a gallery

by Cannabis Doesn’t Distort Reality. It Shows You the Director’s Cut.

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Jun 12, 2026
Zac Efron Builds Off-Grid Hemp Home in Australia with Designer Joost Bakker

Zac Efron Builds Off-Grid Hemp Home in Australia with Designer Joost Bakker

Zac Efron is constructing an off-grid, hemp-based home in Australia with designer Joost Bakker, aiming to set new standards for sustainable architecture and draw attention to industrial hemp's potential

  • •Zac Efron is building an off-grid home in Australia using industrial hemp for walls, insulation, and interiors
  • •Joost Bakker, known for regenerative design, is leading the architectural project called FutureCave
  • •The home will include six bedroom pods, rooftop gardens, and a green roof holding 100 tons of soil

by From High School Musical to High Design: Zac Efron is Building a Hemp Home

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Jun 10, 2026
Chefs Revolutionize Cannabis Cuisine With Gourmet Infusions and Thoughtful Dosing

Chefs Revolutionize Cannabis Cuisine With Gourmet Infusions and Thoughtful Dosing

Chefs across the cannabis industry are redefining edible cuisine by focusing on gourmet preparation, mindful dosing, and respect for the plant, signaling a new era for infused dining experiences

  • •Chefs are elevating cannabis cuisine beyond traditional edibles like brownies
  • •Jerry Chu emphasizes ritual, respect, and careful dosing in cannabis cooking
  • •Vanessa Lavorato promotes a guilt-free, experimental approach to cannabis as an herb
  • •Danielle Russell warns against infusing processed foods, advocating for organic ingredients and live rosin

by Cooking With Weed Just Got Higher. And It’s Not Just Brownies.

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