Legal cannabis markets have spread rapidly across the United States, but not every state has developed the same type of cannabis culture. New York’s adult-use cannabis program has quickly become one of the most closely watched markets in the country. Visitors from neighboring states, travelers arriving through major airports, and tourists exploring New York City are …
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The 2026 awards season will culminate with the 98th Academy Awards this weekend. While Paul Thomas Anderson’s epic One Battle After Another faces the odd yet satisfying Marty Supreme for top honors, every nominee is guaranteed to walk away with at least one valuable prize: the annual “Everyone Wins” gift bag curated by Distinctive Assets. …
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Derelict pubs are being transformed into cannabis factories by organised criminals exploiting the crisis gripping the hospitality industry. Drug gangs are targeting boarded-up bars because they offer the ideal conditions to set up secret, industrial-sized marijuana farms, The Telegraph can reveal. Analysis of police reports from across the country show how raids on former public houses are …
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On-site marijuana consumption has received the green light in the Bay State, allowing hospitality businesses to offer cannabis to consumers. The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (MCCC) unanimously approved the decision in a 4-0 vote Dec. 11. Under the new rule, non-cannabis businesses such as yoga studios and movie theaters can obtain a cannabis license to host consumption areas. …
Experts say Donald Trump’s recent executive order on cannabis rescheduling is unlikely to make a meaningful difference for those most vulnerable to cannabis-related criminal charges, which the president has ramped up in various ways during his second term. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/12/trump-cannabis-executive-order-reschedule
But there’s still room for a cultural fight. On one side: a retail landscape dominated by multistate operators (MSOs) that carve out protected territories and lean on regulatory power instead of brand building. On the other side: a legacy cannabis brand trying to stitch together a national network of independent dispensaries without becoming the thing …
Older adults with a history of cannabis use exhibit superior cognitive performance and slower age-related declines in executive function, according to data published in the journal Age and Ageing. Israeli researchers assessed cognitive performance in a cohort of more than 67,000 adults (mean age: 67 years old). Compared to non-users, participants with a history of cannabis use “performed better across …
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Lebanon is going through one of the worst economic crises in its modern history. Since 2019, the financial collapse has wiped out the savings of millions, shattering public confidence in institutions. The Lebanese pound has lost more than 98% of its value against the dollar, while inflation topped 200% at various points in 2024, according to the World Bank. On top …
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Los Angeles helped shape the early legal cannabis economy, a cultural hub, a brand engine, a magnet for operators who wanted to build the future. But today, insiders say the city has become one of the hardest places in the country to operate. After years of shifting rules, enforcement confusion, high fees, and a licensing process …
The story of cannabis in Puerto Rico runs deeper than palm trees, beaches, and island vibes. This is a Caribbean territory redefining what medical marijuana, cultivation, and economic growth look like in a post-prohibition era. From patient programs and dispensary regulations to the push for legalization and global investment, Puerto Rico’s cannabis industry is slowly …
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