Can cannabis help fight COVID-19? Certain compounds found in marijuana prevented the COVID-19 virus from penetrating human cells, according to a laboratory study published this week, in the Journal of Nature Products. The researchers found…
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Lifestyle guru Martha Stewart teams up with Canada cannabis firm
Lifestyle expert Martha Stewart said Thursday she’s taking her brand to new heights — partnering with one of the world’s largest marijuana producers to develop a line of CBD products for humans and their pets….
All-cash business a headache for the marijuana industry
America’s cannabis industry may be booming, but its entrepreneurs are finding the all-cash business a logistical, security and administrative headache as they try to manage all the money they’re making. Legalized for medical purposes in…
Snoop Dogg celebrates legalisation of marijuana
Snoop Dogg is thrilled with the news that marijuana has been legalised in California and he plans on celebrating by smoking the drug “every day” The ‘Drop It Like It’s Hot’ rapper has led the…
Whoopi Goldberg launching marijuana company
Whoopi Goldberg is launching her own marijuana company. The ‘Ghost’ actress’ Whoopi & Maya collection of balm, tincture, sipping chocolate and bath soak will be available only in California to people with medical marijuana cards…
‘Grandma’s magic remedy:’ Mexico’s medical marijuana secret
When her legs ache, this Mexican grandmother rubs them with marijuana-infused alcohol. She is well aware the homemade remedy defies the country’s cannabis ban, but her family has used the concoction to treat ailments since…
Medical marijuana may help some symptoms, but not all
Medical marijuana shows some effectiveness in helping treat chronic pain but there is less evidence of its success in warding off nausea or helping ill patients gain weight, researchers said. The issue of whether or…
Morgan Freeman admits to marijuana use for pain relief
Morgan Freeman has admitted to using marijuana. The 77-year-old actor has pledged his support to the movement to legalise the drug in the US, and revealed he is a long-time user of marijuana. He shared:…
Bob Marley becomes face of marijuana brand
Bob Marley is going to be the face of the world’s first international cannabis brand. The late reggae legend’s family have struck a deal with private equity firm Privateer Holdings to launch Marley Natural, a…
Locally-grown, organic: LA’s first ever Marijuana farmer’s market
It looks like any other American farmer’s market. Buyers sniff the wares, test weights and compare, while vendors tout their product. But the only produce on offer is cannabis — organic, of course. “We have…