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Kratom trade association…

At least three million people in America use kratom. They came out by the thousands a few years ago (2016) when the Drug Enforcement Agency tried to make kratom a Schedule I drug, putting in a category with drugs like heroin… “Over 33,000 comments that they (DEA) received in a 30-day period,” Brambila explained. The…

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Beyond psychedelics

Many people disagree with making psychedelics available only to a select group of people: those that pass through eligibility screenings or have the financial resources to receive treatment … We already know that prohibition has never been able to get rid of psychedelics, or rather, the need to explore and change our consciousness. We may…

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For consumption lounges, there are two types. The first will allow cannabis smoking, vaping, and ingestion on-site. The second type will allow edibles to be consumed on-site, but only at businesses that sell cannabis products.​ [The] announcement outlines the process which will result in a significant expansion of the city’s cannabis industry. This includes cannabis…

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‘Micro-dosing’ LSD is not just a Silicon Valley trend – it is spreading to other workplaces

A reliance on cognitive-enhancing technologies to cope with demanding working conditions may ultimately reduce the health and well-being of individuals. So we must take care to ensure that enhancement is not seen as a substitute for a healthy working environment. In an increasingly competitive world it is tempting to find a quick fix to help…

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Molson Coors: legalized pot may hurt beer sales

Molson Coors Brewing Co. voiced concerns about the potential impact that cannabis legalization could have on its beer sales The 13K filing indicated that the company views legal cannabis as a possible “risk factor” to its business, suggesting that “although the ultimate impact is currently unknown, the emergence of legal cannabis in certain U.S. states…

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After pot’s success, could Denver legalize mushrooms next?

Colorado blazed trails when it legalized pot and now Denver could lead the way decriminalizing magic mushrooms. ​ Decriminalization would mean reducing the penalty for possession of psilocybin mushrooms. Colorado decriminalized marijuana long before the drug became legal for medicinal or recreational use. Original Article (Denver Channel):After pot’s success, could Denver legalize mushrooms next?Artwork Fair…

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Psilocybin mushroom push in Denver gains momentum

Magic mushrooms are inching closer to the ballot in Denver, Colorado. Five advocates there, sponsoring a ballot initiative that would allow Denverites to vote this November on it, want to make mushrooms about as legal as cannabis and alcohol. And they’re succeeding. ​”I’m like 99 percent sure it’s going to be on the ballot,” says…

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Colorado bill would allow dispensary tasting rooms

Customers could vaporize flower and concentrates, but no smoking would be allowed in the consumption areas in order to remain compliant with the Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act. If passed, the bill would create the first statewide licensing program for cannabis consumption. The City of Denver is currently the only municipality in Colorado that licenses…

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