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- Amnesia Haze: Bright, Energetic, Creativeby Bluntness Editorial on December 10, 2025 at 5:08 pm
Amnesia Haze Quick Reference The Essentials What You’re Getting Hybrid Profile Sativa-dominant (80% sativa, 20% indica) Potency Range 21-25% THC CBD Level Under 1% Taste Notes Zesty lemon-citrus, earthy spice, pepper undertones Key Terpenes Limonene, caryophyllene, humulene, myrcene Primary Effects Euphoric, creative, energetic, […]
- Trainwreck Strain Review: Creative, Terpinolene-Driven Daytime Liftby Bluntness Editorial on November 5, 2025 at 8:34 pm
Quick Overview:CategoryDetailsStrain TypeSativa-dominant hybrid (Mexican × Thai × Afghani)Typical THC/CBD~17–22% THC, Flavor & AromaSweet lemon, spicy pine, earthy/woody notesDominant TerpenesTerpinolene (primary), with myrcene and pineneCommon EffectsUplifted, energizing, creative; may cause dry mouth/eyes or dizziness in someBest […]
- Americans Are Drinking Less & Rethinking What “Going Out” Looks Likeby Bluntness Editorial on November 5, 2025 at 6:33 pm
Quick Overview:Lowest drinking rate on record: Just 54% of U.S. adults now say they drink according to Gallup’s latest report, the lowest percentage in nearly 90 years. A majority (53%) say even moderate drinking is bad for health. Channel still long inventory: Jefferies pegs the alcohol inventory-to-sales ratio at ~1.69x, above recent averages, […]
- Congressional Backdoor Ban Threatens $28B Hemp Industryby Harrison Wise on October 30, 2025 at 8:35 pm
Congressional negotiators are trying to bury a hemp definition change in appropriations language, a backdoor maneuver that would treat nearly any THC in hemp-derived products as federally illegal. This is happening in real time, behind closed doors, without public hearings.Sen. Rand Paul has pledged to hold up spending bills to stop this ban, but […]
- Unlock Your Fitness Potential with CBD and THCby Bluntness Editorial on October 24, 2025 at 6:03 pm
What You’ll Learn How CBD reduces post-workout inflammation and speeds recovery Why THC might improve sleep quality for muscle repair Safe dosing guidelines for combining cannabis with exercise Heart rate considerations when using cannabis during workouts Best practices for timing cannabis use around training sessions Imagine crushing your fitness […]
- Jack Herer: The Legendary Daytime Strainby Bluntness Editorial on October 23, 2025 at 6:01 pm
Jack Herer At a Glance Key DetailsWhat You’re GettingStrain TypeSativa-dominant hybrid (phenotypes vary)THC Range15-24% (averages around 18%)CBD ContentLess than 1%Signature FlavorPine, lemon zest, woody herbs, earthy-skunky baseDominant TerpenesTerpinolene, Pinene, CaryophyllenePrimary EffectsMental clarity, creative focus, uplifted mood, light […]
- OCM Alleges ‘Rent-a-License’ Scheme, Seeks License Revocationby Harrison Wise on October 23, 2025 at 3:30 pm
At-a-Glance What’s new: NY’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) issued a Notice of Pleading (NOP) charging Omnium Health (d/b/a Omnium Canna) with facilitating unlicensed production under its license and ordered a statewide retail recall tied to products made by unlicensed processors. Why it matters: Regulators call it “reverse […]
- OG Kush: The West Coast Legendby Bluntness Editorial on October 23, 2025 at 2:58 pm
OG Kush Essential Information The BasicsWhat You’re Working WithStrain ClassificationIndica-leaning hybridTHC Range19-26%CBD Content0-1%Flavor NotesEarthy pine, lemon-citrus, diesel fuel, woody spicePrimary TerpenesMyrcene, Limonene, β-CaryophylleneSignature EffectsMood lift → body relaxation → stress reliefBest TimingEvening wind-down, […]
- Chem Dog: The Diesel Legendby Bluntness Editorial on October 23, 2025 at 2:22 pm
Chem Dog Quick Reference Essential InfoWhat You Need to KnowAlso Known AsChemdawg, Chemdog, Chem 91/D/4Strain TypeIndica-leaning hybrid (55% indica, 45% sativa)THC Content18-26%CBD Level0-1%Signature TasteDiesel fuel, black pepper, earthy citrus, skunkKey Terpenesβ-Caryophyllene, Myrcene, LimoneneHow It HitsFast cerebral lift → focused energy […]
- Super Boof: 2024 Strain of the Yearby Bluntness Editorial on October 20, 2025 at 9:14 pm
Super Boof at a Glance What You’re GettingThe DetailsHybrid TypeBalanced 50/50 hybridTHC RangeMid to high 20s% (some batches push 30%+)CBD ContentLess than 1%Signature FlavorTangy orange, sweet cherry, nutty undertonesKey TerpenesLimonene, Myrcene, CaryophyllenePrimary EffectsGiggly, euphoric, focused, sociableIdeal UseDaytime creativity through […]
- Mimosa Strain: The Wake-and-Bake Champion That Actually Deliversby Bluntness Editorial on October 20, 2025 at 8:31 pm
Mimosa at a Glance The EssentialsWhat You’re GettingHybrid BalanceSativa-heavy (70% sativa, 30% indica)Potency Range20-27% THCCBD LevelLess than 1%Flavor NotesOrange zest, grapefruit, tropical sweetness, earthy pinePrimary EffectsEnergized, focused, creative, socially engagedIdeal TimingMorning through afternoonCultivation LevelIntermediate to […]
- Hall of Flowers NYC 2025: Cali Vibes Minus the Pulse of NY Cannabisby Bluntness Editorial on October 16, 2025 at 9:35 pm
Upon entering through the doors at Pier 36 it was refreshing to see row after row of identical booths, neat as a spreadsheet, designed to let the product speak for itself. Buyers drifted through the aisles with line sheets instead of selfie sticks, the volume dialed way down compared to last month’s Revelry event at the same location. And, maybe […]
- Gelato Strain: A Sweet and Creative Hybridby Bluntness Editorial on September 26, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Gelato Strain Quick Reference What You Need to KnowThe DetailsStrain ClassificationIndica-leaning hybrid (55% Indica, 45% Sativa)THC Levels20-25% (some phenotypes reach 29%)CBD ContentAround 1%Signature EffectsCreative euphoria → gentle body relaxationTaste ProfileSweet berries, citrus, vanilla, creamy sherbetPrime TimeAfternoon creativity or […]
- Discover the Delightful Lemon Cherry Gelatoby Bluntness Editorial on September 26, 2025 at 11:30 am
Quick Facts About Lemon Cherry Gelato Strain DetailsInformationTypeIndica-dominant hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)THC Content20-29%CBD ContentEffectsEuphoric, relaxed, happy, gigglyFlavorLemon, cherry, berry, earthy, pineyBest Time to UseAfternoon to eveningGrowing DifficultyModerate to easyFlowering Time8-9 weeksGeneticsSunset Sherbet × Girl […]
- Discover Cheetah Piss: Effects, Growing Tips, and Moreby Bluntness Editorial on September 25, 2025 at 2:19 pm
Quick Facts About Cheetah Piss Strain DetailsInformationTypeBalanced hybrid (50% Indica / 50% Sativa)THC Content18-24%CBD ContentEffectsEuphoric, creative, then relaxingFlavorDiesel, citrus, ammonia, creamy-sweetBest Time to UseLate afternoon to eveningGrowing DifficultyIntermediateFlowering Time8-9 weeksGeneticsLemonade × Gelato 42 × London […]
- Acapulco Gold Strain Review: Effects, Growing Tips, and Medical Benefitsby Bluntness Editorial on September 25, 2025 at 1:49 pm
Quick Facts About Acapulco Gold Strain DetailsInformationTypeSativa-dominant landrace (70-80% sativa)THC Content18-25%CBD ContentEffectsEnergetic, creative, uplifting, focusedFlavorEarthy, coffee, honey, citrusBest Time to UseDaytimeGrowing DifficultyIntermediate to advancedFlowering Time10-11 weeks What Is Acapulco Gold Cannabis? Acapulco Gold is […]
- Hall of Flowers 2025: Why This Santa Rosa Showcase Remains a Standard Bearer for Cannabis Trade Showsby Bluntness Editorial on September 8, 2025 at 11:16 pm
The cannabis industry has no shortage of events, but very few manage to balance business, culture, and community the way Hall of Flowers does. Since its launch in 2018, the Santa Rosa-based show has become a must-attend gathering for licensed brands, retailers, investors, and innovators.This year’s edition takes place September 10–11, 2025, at […]
- America’s Seniors Are Sparking Up: What New Cannabis Data Reveals About Aging, Wellness, and Cultural Shiftsby Bluntness Editorial on June 6, 2025 at 7:07 pm
As cannabis becomes increasingly mainstream, one demographic is quietly but significantly driving the trend: seniors. A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that cannabis use among adults aged 65 and older has surged in recent years, revealing both shifting attitudes and emerging wellness strategies among older Americans.This trend […]
- Legal Cannabis Markets Hit Historic $25 Billion Tax Revenue Milestoneby Harrison Wise on June 6, 2025 at 6:06 pm
Legal cannabis markets have generated more than $24.7 billion in cumulative state tax revenue since 2014, with 2024 setting a record $4.4 billion — but California’s proposed July 2025 tax hike from 15% to 19% reveals a fundamental contradiction in cannabis policy that could undermine the entire legal industry’s future.The unprecedented tax […]
- Queer Activism and Medical Marijuana: A Shared Historyby Harrison Wise on June 6, 2025 at 2:00 pm
Over the past 50+ years, LGBTQ+ communities around the world have fought tirelessly for their rights and equality. From the watershed moment of the Stonewall Riots in 1969 to the ongoing push for trans rights and protections, LGBTQ+ history is a narrative of both triumph and adversity.Alongside this ongoing journey, an unexpected yet powerful […]
- Meta’s Moderation Double Standard? Cannabis & Psychedelics vs. Sex-and-Violence Contentby Bluntness Editorial on May 30, 2025 at 4:47 pm
Instagram has long touted itself as a community-safe, family-friendly platform—but that claim rings hollow for cannabis and psychedelics advocates who’ve watched their educational, legal, and medically backed content get flagged, shadowbanned, or permanently erased. Meta may also restrict certain features such as commenting or sharing for […]
- New Study Debunks “Lazy Stoner” Myth: Cannabis Use Not Linked to Physical Inactivityby Bluntness Editorial on May 15, 2025 at 4:19 pm
For decades, cannabis users have been portrayed as sluggish, couch-bound slackers — a trope immortalized in movies, media, and even public health messaging. But new research out of Belgium, alongside multiple studies from the United States, shows that this stereotype doesn’t hold up to scientific scrutiny.A study published in Journal of […]
- Revelry Buyers’ Club Proves New York’s Cannabis Industry Is Finally Hitting Its Strideby Harrison Wise on May 15, 2025 at 3:58 pm
If you want to understand the state of New York’s legal cannabis industry, look no further than the most recent Revelry Buyers’ Club, held May 14 at Basilica Hudson. What began as a scrappy, community-led gathering has evolved into the beating heart of New York’s cannabis ecosystem — equal parts marketplace, cultural convening, and […]
- California’s Cannabis Tax Hike Is a Death Blow to the Legal Marketby Harrison Wise on May 8, 2025 at 4:49 pm
California, the birthplace of modern cannabis culture and the largest legal weed market in the world, just pushed its struggling legal industry even closer to collapse.On July 1, 2025, the state’s cannabis excise tax will rise from 15% to 19% — a staggering 26% increase — marking the maximum rate allowed under current state law. This […]
- Elders and Integrity in Psychedelic Cultureby Bluntness Editorial on May 8, 2025 at 4:28 pm
It was probably 3 a.m. The fire was burning bright and hot. Tobacco was being offered in prayer, and a story was being shared.The medicine man was telling us about when he was younger, sitting in ceremony with one of his elders. It had been a traumatic night with the medicine — he had been rolling around in agony, the medicine squeezing and […]
- The Travel Agency Lands in SoHo — A Cannabis Retail Experience That Doubles as a Galleryby Bluntness Editorial on May 8, 2025 at 4:03 pm
In a city packed with dispensaries, The Travel Agency isn’t just selling weed—it’s curating wonder. And with its latest destination at 598 Broadway, right in the heart of SoHo, the brand doubles down on its mission to elevate cannabis retail into an immersive, sensory, and cultural experience. The Travel Agency Lands in SoHo – The […]
- PA House Pushes Forward with State-Operated Marijuana Storesby Bluntness Editorial on May 8, 2025 at 2:54 pm
Pennsylvania just lit a match under its long-simmering marijuana legalization debate — and this time, it could go up in smoke or spark something entirely new.On Tuesday, in a razor-thin 102-101 vote, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives advanced House Bill 1200, a cannabis legalization proposal with a twist: sales would flow through […]
- New York’s Budding Cannabis Industry: Wins, Woes, and What’s Nextby Bluntness Editorial on May 1, 2025 at 6:27 pm
Two years into New York’s adult-use cannabis rollout, the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has dropped its most comprehensive look yet at the market’s performance, challenges, and opportunities. The 2024 OCM Market Report is packed with impressive numbers and lofty intentions, but peel back the layers and a more complicated story […]
- Transparency in NY’s Cannabis Market: The NYMCIA Controversyby Bluntness Editorial on May 1, 2025 at 2:17 pm
Authored by: Veterans Holdings CEO Jason AmbrosinoLast week, the New York Medical Cannabis Industry Association (NYMCIA) issued a press release accusing licensed dispensaries of selling “out-of-state cannabis” and undermining the integrity of the legal market. Read the press release here.Public trust matters. Regulatory compliance matters. But […]
- Why Is Some Weed More Expensive Than Others? Understanding Cannabis Pricingby Bluntness Editorial on April 30, 2025 at 4:56 pm
Step inside a cannabis dispensary for the first time and the experience can be overwhelming. The meticulously labeled glass jars showcase dozens of strains with names like “Wedding Cake” and “Blue Dream,” while refrigerated cases display concentrates, edibles, and tinctures at wildly different price points. Unlike the days when consumers were […]
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- “Regenerate Yourself Masterclass” on BrightU: Groundbreaking “New Biology” reveals how to regenerate your brain and heartby Jacob Thomas on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) On Day 6 to 10 of “Regenerate Yourself Masterclass,” Sayer Ji challenges the foundations of mainstream medicine, moving beyond symptom management…
- Diabetes doubles risk of sudden cardiac death, study warns â younger patients face highest relative threatby Patrick Lewis on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Diabetics face 2-4x higher rates of fatal heart disease, matching risks of heart attack survivors. Younger patients (30-50) show the worst outcome…
- EU moves to bolster Lebanon’s security forces, aiding Beirut in disarming Hezbollahby Ramon Tomey on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The European Union has a confidential strategy to bolster Lebanon’s Internal Security Forces (ISF) with training and equipment, aiming to shift do…
- The Dollar’s Demise: A wake-up call for a world on the brinkby Kevin Hughes on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The dollar’s death spiral is inevitable due to its status as a fiat currency, backed by nothing, and the Federal Reserve’s unchecked money printin…
- Trump threatens “severe” Canadian fertilizer tariffs as farm relief plan takes shapeby Belle Carter on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) President Donald Trump warned of imposing “very severe” tariffs on Canadian fertilizer imports (potash and nitrogen), citing U.S. dependence on Ca…
- European leaders defend continent amid Trump’s “weak” criticismby Belle Carter on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) President Donald Trump labels the EU as “weak” and incompetent on migration and Ukraine, claiming countries like Britain, France and Germany are b…
- New York Times warns America is unprepared for war with China despite $901 billion defense budgetby Cassie B. on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A classified Pentagon report warns the U.S. military would likely lose a war with China. China is rapidly building its military with a reported…
- Academic alliances: How western research fuels Chinaâs surveillance stateby Willow Tohi on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A new report reveals extensive research collaborations between elite Western universities and Chinese AI labs embedded in Beijing’s security state…
- Depressive symptoms in women linked to IRON DEFICIENCYby Lance D Johnson on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Iron deficiency is linked to a 1.5-fold increase in depressive symptoms in women of reproductive age, with the risk jumping to 27% higher for low-…
- ARROGANT AND RECKLESS: AAP doubles down on harmful Hepatitis B vaccine mandate for all newbornsby Lance D Johnson on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) For over three decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has enforced a medical tyranny upon the most vulnerable among us: newborn babies. Wit…
- China and Brazil forge space partnership despite U.S. warnings of surveillance risksby Cassie B. on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) China and Brazil launch a joint space lab despite U.S. diplomatic pressure. The project centers on a major new radio telescope. The U.S. war…
- Rigged system: The .001% wealthiest elite CONTROL more wealth than the poorest 50%by Lance D Johnson on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Our global economic system, a system meticulously engineered to funnel resources upward and consolidate extreme wealth into the hands of a few, is tee…
- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) sounds the alarm on ATRAZINE, a gender-bending carcinogenic herbicideby Lance D Johnson on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) There’s a toxic, government-approved chemical so persistent it can linger in the soil for generations. This chemical is so pervasive it flows from you…
- Top-secret Pentagon report: China would shatter U.S. military in Taiwan conflictby Cassie B. on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Pentagon war games consistently show the United States losing to China in any military conflict over Taiwan. China’s ability to mass-produce ch…
- 11 Ways to fortify your bug-out vehicle against SHTF threatsby Evangelyn Rodriguez on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Use motion-activated lights, alarms and armed readiness to secure your vehicle against threats. Hide your vehicle with Ghillie blankets, underg…
- Google faces EU antitrust probe over its use of content for AIby Ramon Tomey on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The European Commission has launched a formal antitrust investigation into Google, alleging it used publisher and YouTube content to power AI serv…
- AI leaders warn of “catastrophic outcomes” as artificial general intelligence loomsby Kevin Hughes on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Artificial general intelligence (AGI) could arrive within a decade, bringing catastrophic outcomes like cyberattacks, autonomous weapons and exist…
- Prenatal cannabis exposure linked to higher risk of ADHD and autism in children, study findsby Evangelyn Rodriguez on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Prenatal cannabis exposure is linked to higher rates of ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a meta-analysis of over 200,000 par…
- Federal judge blocks Trump-era rule that protects pro-life health workers from being forced to perform abortionsby Patrick Lewis on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Obama-appointed Judge Paul Engelmayer overturned a Trump-era rule that would have shielded health care workers from being forced to perform aborti…
- EU actively preparing for direct WAR with Russia by 2030, Hungarian PM Orban warnsby Ava Grace on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán asserts the EU is actively preparing for a direct war with Russia, with a target for full military readines…
- The clean water dividend: Organic farming cuts pollution while boosting yieldsby Willow Tohi on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A new USDA study finds organic corn-soybean systems reduce nitrogen pollution by 50% while matching or exceeding conventional yields. Nitrogen …
- The Hidden War on Health: Exposing Big Pharmaâs stranglehold on medicine and the fight for natural healingby Kevin Hughes on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The 1910 Rockefeller-funded Flexner Report systematically dismantled holistic medicine (naturopathy, homeopathy) to establish Big Pharma’s monopol…
- Standard brain cancer treatment causes measurable cognitive decline within one year, new study revealsby Jacob Thomas on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A new study published in Neuro-Oncology reveals that standard, aggressive treatment for slow-growing IDH-mutated gliomas causes significant, measu…
- Metabolic tune-up: How dietary restriction may supercharge cancer immunotherapyby Willow Tohi on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A new study reveals that dietary restriction, which reduces calorie intake, can boost the cancer-fighting power of immune cells called T cells. …
- Creatine: The brain-boosting supplement you need after a sleepless nightby Patrick Lewis on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) High-dose creatine (24g for a 150lb person) rapidly improves processing speed, memory and mental stamina within hours, lasting up to nine hoursâ…
- How IRON powers the body and why this mineral mattersby Ava Grace on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Iron’s most critical role is as the core component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen from the lung…
- Canada’s RCMP spent millions on Chinese drones now deemed “high security risks”by Belle Carter on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Nearly 80% of Canada’s RCMP dronesâcosting $34 millionâare Chinese-made, raising serious national security concerns over espionage vulnerabili…
- Japan REJECTS EU plan to seize Russian assets for Ukraine, citing legal concerns and U.S. influenceby Kevin Hughes on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Japan has firmly opposed the EU’s plan to seize frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, citing legal constraints and aligning with U.S. reluctance,…
- Biden IGNORED warning about “chaos” at the southern borderby Ramon Tomey on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) During the 2020 campaign, Joe Biden’s advisers explicitly warned in a memo that reversing Trump’s immigration policies would likely cause chaos at…
- The salt LIE: Why your low-sodium diet could be making you sickby Willow Tohi on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Decades of public health advice promoting aggressive salt restriction is being challenged by emerging research. A landmark global study found a…




























































