The munchies are real — even science says so. The concept of getting the munchies after indulging in cannabis has long been a thing, but people often wonder why it is that they get so hungry and feel the need to devour whatever food is in front of them after smoking weed. Luckily for inquiring … Read more
It’s the highest of holidays, folks. On April 20, the stone prone among us celebrate cannabis Christmas. As of this year, 24 states and the District of Columbia have legalized small amounts of marijuana for medical and recreational use, recognizing getting high as an acceptable pursuit of happiness. According to PBS, the origins of 4/20 … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. There’s no better way to spend 4/20. On April 19-20, the National Cannabis Festival rolls into Washington, D.C.’s RFK Stadium for two days of Hip-Hop, funk, R&B and … Read more
Look out, Hunter Biden — there’s another White House-connected artist hitting New York’s art scene. Vice President Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter opened her textile exhibition at a cannabis store on the Lower East Side Thursday — where she peddled knit portraits for several thousand dollars. Ella Emhoff — whose father is second gentleman Doug Emhoff — debuted her … Read more
Local weed shops are punchy over these new gummies. New York weed shops are stocking their shelves with Mike Tyson-branded edibles shaped like an ear with a bite mark – a callback to Iron Mike’s heavyweight showdown with Evander Holyfield. The 57-year-old Brooklyn native — who’s planning a comeback fight against Jake Paul in July … Read more
It can really stink to live here. New Yorkers are being smoked out of their own apartments by the stench of marijuana. Since cannabis was legalized in the city in 2021, its pungent odor has become increasingly common on NYC streets, and now Gothamites say they can’t even escape it in their own homes. “The … Read more
There’s new evidence to help clear the air on cannabis. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association and funded by the National Institutes of Health found that those who smoke weed daily are at a significantly higher risk of suffering heart attack and stroke than those who don’t. “We know that toxins are … Read more
Does cannabis legalization mean a safer product? Not necessarily. Anne Hassel, a 56-year-old physical therapist in Chicopee, Massachusetts, said she developed twitching muscles, numbness in her feet, nausea and cramps after using marijuana, only for doctors to find high levels of nickel, lead and cadmium. “People consider that if it’s legal, it’s safe. It’s a … Read more
Snoop Dogg shocked fans on Thursday with the ultimate revelation: He is giving up weed. The “Gin and Juice” rapper, 52, announced on social media that he has decided to stop smoking. The longtime cannabis lover wrote on Instagram alongside a picture of himself praying: ‘“After much consideration & conversation with my family, I’ve decided … Read more
He didn’t mean to craft a rags-to-riches story when he left his parents’ wholesale tire business in 2017, but Queens native Jared Kugel, 36, was so sure that the world needed a search engine for tires that he even convinced an investor he met on LinkedIn to provide the seed money for his startup. “My … Read more
Gen Z Americans are drinking less than previous generations and skipping alcoholic beverages on dates. Still, researchers warn the age group is compensating with cannabis, which in excess could lead to serious health complications. A report from Berenberg Research found that Gen Z respondents were drinking over 20% less per capita than millennials did at the same … Read more
Get baked with your favorite desserts from Magnolia Bakery. New York City’s world-famous bakeshop is transforming some of its fan favorites into THC-infused edibles — but it might be tough for residents of the Big Apple to get their hands on them. Magnolia’s first-ever cannabis product, presented in partnership with award-winning cannabis edibles brand Incredibles, … Read more
A new study out of Australia suggests medical marijuana can improve the quality of life for those who suffer chronic health issues. The research, published Wednesday in the journal PLOS One, found that medical cannabis not only improved quality of life in the first three months of use, but also helped ease anxiety, depression and … Read more
Mommy, I have the munchies! A soaring number of New York youngsters is accidentally getting stoned and in some cases severely sickened by mistakenly ingesting cannabis-laced candies left around by careless adults, after the state expanded its legalization of marijuana. Stony Brook University Hospital on Long Island reports that the number of children it has … Read more
She’s not kidding. Bianca Snyder says she has “no regrets” taking her 7-year-old son, Tage, every year to Burning Man, the infamous sex- and drug-fueled festival in the Nevada desert. “Our son goes everywhere that we go, and that’s just the way that we live,” Snyder — who runs a cannabis company with her partner, … Read more
Hotbox? This is a hot square. An American tourist and cannabis entrepreneur gave bystanders a free whiff of his product at a popular tourist destination in Phuket, Thailand. The man — who has not been precisely identified but appears to be an associate of the Kush Life brand — filled a fog machine-like device with … Read more
Watching your wedding go up in smoke isn’t necessarily a bad thing. With marijuana legalized in New York, Massachusetts, Maine and a growing number of states, more couples are looking to take things higher, with cannabis-infused cocktails, canapés and pre-rolled joints available to wedding guests. “People are starting to treat marijuana the same way they … Read more
During the COVID-19 pandemic, emergency rooms saw a spike in cannabis-related events in adolescents, according to new data released on Thursday. Findings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed the number of adolescents visiting the ER was higher during the pandemic years than in 2019. Most of the incidents reported by the CDC … Read more
Marijuana, New York’s hottest seller, is moving from mellow to amorous on its path to becoming a go-to love drug. Cannabis products are being infused with aphrodisiacs that could be a boon in bed — and even on the competitive sports field, New York state regulators analyzing the legal market and product development say. “There’s … Read more
From hardcore recreational sex to sensual recreational weed and erotic gourmet dinners, the king of kink is drastically changing his prurient lifestyle and business model. Almost. For nearly a decade, beginning in 2013, handsome former model Damon Lawner ran Sanctum (often branded SNCTM), billed as the world’s most elite and erotic sex club. The lucrative … Read more