There are moments in media that cut through the bullshit so cleanly, you can actually hear the narrative collapse in real-time. Combat veteran Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Johnny "Joey" Jones just delivered one of those moments on Fox News—and the network's desperate attempt to spin it back into prohibitionist talking points was almost as revealing as Jones' truth bombs.

According to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, together with Johns Hopkins University’s Bloomberg School of Public Health, public schools in Massachusetts saw a downward trend in marijuana-related disciplinary issues. After Massachusetts legalized recreational cannabis, consumption of the drug among teens dropped 25%, based on data from the Massachusetts Youth Risk Behavior Survey.

When they were asked if they think recreational cannabis should be legalized around the country, 54% agreed, while 27% were opponents of legalization. Meanwhile, 19% remained unsure. The respondents’ political affiliation had an impact on their responses. Almost 7 out of 10 Democrats supported legalization, and most Independents were also supportive.

According to Gallup polls, just 54% of American adults now admit to consuming alcohol, which is the lowest it’s ever been in Gallup’s history of 90 years. It’s clear that there is a growing sentiment among American adults that alcohol consumption is harmful for health, and for the first time in history, the majority of the population share this view.

A new survey shows that people who drink THC-infused cannabis beverages are significantly reducing or eliminating their alcohol consumption. According to the data, regular cannabis beverage consumers report drinking 44% less alcohol than before they started using these products. Even more striking: 20% of cannabis beverage users have stopped drinking alcohol entirely.

Thailand took a sharp U-turn and has just started prohibiting the sale of weed without a prescription, as announced by the Royal Gazette. Once an order has been published in the Royal Gazette, then it has officially come into law.

One of the most striking findings was this: about 62% of marijuana users reported engaging in physical activity three or more times per week, while only 13% admitted to consuming fast food at the same frequency. These numbers suggest that the average cannabis consumer is far more likely to be found on a jogging trail or in a yoga studio than in a drive-thru line.

Since the dawn of legal adult-use marijuana markets in 2014, U.S. states have collectively generated nearly $25 billion in tax revenue from cannabis sales, marking a transformative milestone in the nation’s approach to cannabis policy and public finance. A recent report by the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) reveals that in 2024 alone, states with legalized adult-use cannabis collected more than $4.4 billion in tax revenue—the highest annual total recorded to date.

A new and very dangerous form of cannabis, called “kush,” is causing serious problems around the world. But this isn’t the normal cannabis people know. This kush is a scary mix of cannabis, fentanyl (a very strong opioid), tramadol, formaldehyde, and even ground-up human bones. This deadly combination is hurting many people, especially in West Africa, and it’s now spreading to other countries, including the UK.

Cannabis pouches, particularly those containing cannabidiol (CBD), are an emerging product category that mirrors the form factor and convenience of nicotine pouches. CBD, a non-intoxicating cannabinoid, is increasingly sought after for its potential therapeutic benefits, including stress relief, relaxation, and pain management.