From MMJ to Special K

Every five months Irvin Rosenfeld gets a FedEx shipment, courtesy of the federal government, containing six metal canisters, each with 300 perfectly rolled joints of what today would be considered rather mediocre weed. But the quality of the government-issue reefer matters less than the fact that Uncle Sam has been supplying him with it regularly … Read more

ICRS 2023: Report from Toronto

I counted over 175 talks and posters at the 33rd annual gathering of the International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS), which convened in Toronto at the end of June. In accordance with longstanding ICRS policy, all speakers presented new findings and data that had not yet been published in a peer-reviewed journal. But this year’s 4-day … Read more

PubMed: Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis for Authentication of Natural Antioxidant Cannabidiol (CBD) from Cannabis sativa

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Stable isotope ratio analysis (SIRA) is a powerful tool used to authenticate natural products, such as the antioxidant cannabidiol (CBD) from Cannabis sativa. This type of analysis can help to ensure the safety and quality of products, as well as protect consumers from counterfeit or adulterated products. When it comes to authenticating natural products, SIRA … Read more

From the Archives: New York, Mon Amour (1979)

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From the Archives: New York, Mon Amour (1979) For many, the words “New York” evoke a feeling of nostalgia and romance. This is the sentiment that spurred the creation of the 1979 French film “New York, Mon Amour,” directed by Jean-Luc Godard. The movie follows the story of a French couple, played by Jacques Dutronc … Read more

PubMed: Development of High Strength Particleboards from Hemp Shives and Corn Starch

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Particleboard is a type of engineered wood product made from wood particles or other forms of plant matter such as hemp shives. It is used in a wide variety of applications, including furniture, cabinetry, and flooring. Particleboard is typically made by pressing the wood particles together with a binder, such as resin or glue, to … Read more

PubMed: Determining Antioxidant Activity of Cannabis Leaves Extracts from Different Varieties-Unveiling Nature’s Treasure Trove

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PubMed: Determining Antioxidant Activity of Cannabis Leaves Extracts from Different Varieties-Unveiling Nature’s Treasure Trove is a fascinating topic. It is a perfect example of how big data is making a major impact on the healthcare industry. With the help of big data, researchers are able to analyze a wide variety of data to uncover the … Read more

Morgan Wallen’s $15k Leather Boots, Custom Design From Shoe Surgeon

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Morgan Wallen, one of the most popular country music artists of 2020, recently made headlines when he was seen wearing a pair of $15,000 custom-made leather boots from the Shoe Surgeon. The boots, which were designed specifically for Wallen, feature intricate stitching and a unique design that has been described as a “work of art.” … Read more

Drugs and religion have been a potent combination for millennia, from cannabis at ancient funerary sites to psychedelic retreats today

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Drugs and religion have been intertwined throughout history, with evidence of their combination stretching back millennia. From ancient funerary sites where cannabis was used to psychedelic retreats today, drugs and religion have often gone hand-in-hand. The use of drugs in religious and spiritual practices is sometimes referred to as ‘entheogenic’, from the Greek words ‘en’ … Read more

Coast Guard Seizes 223 Pounds of Cocaine From Boat Headed Towards Long Beach

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On Tuesday, the US Coast Guard seized 223 pounds of cocaine from a boat headed towards Long Beach, California. The seizure was part of an ongoing effort to combat drug trafficking in the area. The boat, which was carrying the cocaine, was stopped by the Coast Guard off the coast of Long Beach. Upon searching … Read more

Drugs and religion have been a potent combination for millennia, from cannabis at ancient funerary sites to psychedelic retreats today

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Drugs and religion have been intertwined for millennia. From ancient times to the present day, drugs have been used in religious ceremonies, rituals, and practices all over the world. In ancient times, cannabis was used in funerary ceremonies in parts of Europe and Asia. In ancient Egypt, cannabis was believed to have been used as … Read more