By John Carmichael Nicotine use is changing, and one of the clearest signs is the rise of nicotine pouches among adults who are moving away from cigarettes. The shift is not hard to understand. Many adult nicotine consumers want a product that does not involve smoke, ash, lingering odor or vapor. Nicotine pouches fit that …
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Curaleaf Opens Two New Northeast Florida Marijuana Dispensaries, Bringing Statewide Total to 73, Nationwide Total to 165
Curaleaf has opened two new medical marijuana dispensaries in Northeast Florida, expanding its statewide footprint to 73 locations and bringing its national retail count to 165. The new dispensaries are located in Jacksonville Beach and Fernandina Beach. Curaleaf Jacksonville Beach is located at 13799 Beach Boulevard, along U.S. Route 90, while Curaleaf Fernandina Beach is …
A Day in the Life of a Fighter: How UFC Athletes Manage Routines and Recovery
By John Carmichael For professional fighters, success is not built on fight night. It is built through routine, repetition and the discipline to stay ready when there are no cameras around. That is part of what makes the partnership between FRE Nicotine Pouches and the UFC a natural fit. FRE is not presenting itself as …
TerrAscend Reports $65.5 Million in Q1 Revenue, Posts 15th Straight Quarter of Positive Operating Cash Flow
TerrAscend reported $65.5 million in net revenue for the first quarter of 2026, a 1.9% increase from the same period last year, while posting its 15th consecutive quarter of positive cash flow from continuing operations. The North American cannabis operator, which has operations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio and California, said gross profit for …
High Tide Subsidiary Reports Record 7.6 Tonnes of Medical Marijuana Distributed in Germany
High Tide Inc. says its 51%-owned German subsidiary distributed a record 7.6 tonnes of medical marijuana during the company’s second fiscal quarter, marking another sign of rapid growth in Europe’s largest medical marijuana market. The Calgary-based company announced today that Remexian Pharma GmbH sold 7.6 tonnes of medical marijuana in Germany during the quarter ending …
The Five Best THC Drinks In 2026: Here’s What To Try
By John Carmichael THC drinks are having a real moment in 2026, and it is easy to see why. They give you a familiar social ritual, a cold can in your hand, a flavor you can actually enjoy, and a more controlled alternative to alcohol or heavier edibles. The category also feels more mature now. …
Report: Congressional Research Service Says DOJ Medical Marijuana Order Could Ease 280E, Research Barriers
A new report from the Congressional Research Service says the Department of Justice’s recent order rescheduling certain medical marijuana products to Schedule III could have major implications for state-licensed medical marijuana businesses, patients, researchers and federal tax policy. The report analyzes DOJ’s April 23 final order, which moved marijuana and marijuana-derived products to Schedule III …
The 20 Most Popular Cannabis Strains in the United States as of May 2026
Using data from the strain review site Leafly, the research firm Headset, state regulatory commissions and recent market-tracking reports, the following list highlights 20 of the most popular cannabis strains in the United States as of May 2026. Blue Dream Blue Dream remains one of the most widely recognized and commercially resilient strains in the …
Marijuana Policy Project Releases Pennsylvania Cannabis Voter Guide Ahead of May 19 Primary
The Marijuana Policy Project has released a Pennsylvania cannabis voter guide ahead of the state’s May 19 primary election, offering voters a district-by-district look at where legislative candidates stand on legalizing marijuana. The guide covers candidates running for the Pennsylvania House and Senate, with every House seat and half of the Senate on the ballot …
Over 100 of the Most Notable Cannabis Studies Published So Far in 2026
Hundreds of peer-reviewed cannabis-related studies have been published already in 2026, highlighting the continued growth of scientific interest in marijuana, cannabinoids, hemp and the endocannabinoid system. The studies cover a wide range of topics, including cancer, chronic pain, inflammation, neurological disorders, addiction, HIV, metabolic health, veterinary medicine, product testing, cultivation and industrial hemp uses. Many …













