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Cannabis Users Are Driving up Sales for Frozen Food, Little Ceasar's and Taco Bell

According to a new study, pot users (younger, lower income) are driving delivery app sales and frozen food purchases.

Vinay Patel Apr 29, 2024

Sheep Eat Over 600 Pounds Of Cannabis After Breaking Into Greenhouse

The incident occurred when the sheep tried to escape flooding amid Storm Daniel.

Sadhna Yadav Sep 29, 2023

Survey results show that marijuana and substance use skyrocketed for adults

An annual survey has revealed that past-year use of marijuana, hallucinogens and binge drinking by adults aged 35 to 50 reached an all-time high in 2022.

Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 21, 2023

Research provides new evidence in the link between marijuana usage and mental health risks

The results of an American study have provided new evidence that heavy usage of cannabis can lead to mental illness and psychotic disorders.

Taylor J. Mustafa May 26, 2023

Thailand becomes first Asian country to decriminalise cannabis, recreational use still illegal

Thailand has become the first country in Asia that has decriminalised cannabis and allowed its cultivation and possession.

Sadhna Yadav Jun 10, 2022

Thai restaurant offers cannabis-infused cuisine to curious customers

Cannabis has been legalised in the Southeast Asian country and many locals are obviously trying to make the most out of it.

Snow Digon Jan 18, 2021

More young Americans show aversion for alcohol as doctors welcome the trend

Doctors are encouraged by the decrease in alcohol use among those who are in college and also among those who are not in school.

Snow Digon Oct 14, 2020

Using weed while pregnant is associated with child's psychotic-like behaviour

Children who were exposed to marijuana or cannabis while still in the womb had a higher risk of showing psychotic-like behaviour.

Snow Digon Sep 28, 2020

an inmate of the Women's Prison of Brasilia during preparations for the third annual beauty pageant titled Miss Penitentiary

British air hostess arrested in Dubai after drug raid at date's home

The Emirates employee remains in prison even after drug tests came back negative.

Agrima Tikader Jul 06, 2020

Animal rescue raid leads to discovery of caged toddler

Three people have been charged after a toddler was found in a dog kennel with hundreds of animals on the property.

Agrima Tikader Jun 29, 2020

Approval of cannabis-based medicines for epilepsy and multiple sclerosis not enough

Two cannabis-based medicines have been approved. However, campaigners say that thousands of patients who need cannabis-based drugs are left waiting.

Agrima Tikader Nov 11, 2019

Vaping lung disease: Loose leaf safer than THC cartridges

Vaping-based lung disease has caused five deaths in the US and health warnings have been issued to temporarily abstain from it.

Rishabh Jain Sep 12, 2019

Canadian university will teach students how to grow weed

The course will be available for commercial and home growers.

Rishabh Jain Sep 06, 2019

US Surgeon General warns against consuming marijuana

The Surgeon General has advised pregnant women and children to stay away from marijuana.

Rishabh Jain Aug 30, 2019

Marijuana convictions: Thousands to be expunged using new algorithm

Cook County, Illinois will be the first district to overturn convictions using an algorithm.

Rishabh Jain Aug 29, 2019

Marijuana smokers may soon get DUIs as new breathalyers roll out

Marijuana smokers may soon go under the same scrutiny as people who drink.

Rishabh Jain Aug 28, 2019

Science teacher Stephanie Peterson has been arrested over an alleged a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old boy

Science teacher allegedly sent nude pics and bought marijuana for 14-year-old pupil

A married Science teacher, Stephanie Peterson, has been arrested in Florida over an alleged a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old boy.

Roger Baird Mar 01, 2018

Arizona couple drug minor girl with marijuana and mushrooms to give her 'loving sexual experience'

According to investigators, the couple befriended the minor girl with apparent emotional issues based on a parental referral.

Karen Noronha Feb 07, 2018

Girl Scout who set up her cookie stall outside a marijuana shop sells over 300 boxes

A Girl Scout has become an internet sensation after sell over 300 boxes of cookies when she set up outside one of California's new legal weed dispensaries.

James Tennent Feb 06, 2018

Half of cannabis smokers have been to work stoned

Nearly half of cannabis users in US states where the drug has been legalised have gone to work stoned, according to a survey.

IBT UK Contributor Jan 30, 2018

Constable Vito Dominelli (pictured) and his partner Jamie Young are under investigation for allegedly eating marijuana edibles on duty and having to call for back up

I need backup! Officer up a tree!: Cops suspended after eating 'marijuana edibles' on duty

Two Toronto Police officers who called headquarters for backup after allegedly eating marijuana edibles have been suspended from their duties.

Roger Baird Jan 30, 2018

Man who grew 14 cannabis plants to treat debilitating medical condition is spared jail

Sheffield Crown Court was told the 14 plants Dean Gilbourne was growing in Doncaster could yield 1.26kg. He was handed a 26-week prison sentence, suspended for 12-months.

William Watkinson Jan 29, 2018

Mobile clothing app Depop 'used to sell drugs, alcohol and Star Wars bongs'

A mobile application which lets users buy and sell 'the most unique and inspiring things in the world' is also reportedly being used to sell bundles of drugs.

Jason Murdock Jan 28, 2018

California man accused of killing 2 women whose bodies were found in a freezer and a pond

The victims have been identified as Kimberly Lynn Taylor, 39, and Jessica Lynn Mazak, 25. Martin Christian Ehrke was taken into custody after investigators found the bodies.

Divya Kishore Jan 27, 2018

Officers pull over vehicle for travelling too slowly and find 476 pounds of marijuana inside

Authorities in North Dakota seized 476 pounds of marijuana and arrested two men on Sunday (21 January) during a traffic stop.

Nicole Rojas Jan 23, 2018

Teens who smoke cigarettes are at higher risk of developing psychosis

Previous studies have shown that adults who use cannabis regularly are more likely to experience psychotic episodes.

Jan 19, 2018

Young girl drugs her class with parents' marijuana sweets thinking they were candy

Nine-year-old girl at Albuquerque School of Excellence says she felt room was "flipping to the side" after accidentally eating THC edible.

Ewan Palmer Jan 19, 2018

Driver tries to skip red light and gets caught with 12lb of meth and marijuana, police say

Police in Detroit said that over 12lbs of suspected crystal meth and marijuana, along with $44,000 in cash, were found on a driver pulled over for skipping a red light.

James Tennent Jan 17, 2018