OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 9, 2026 Young adults report marijuana enhances sexual experiences. A Journal of Sex Research study interviewed Quebec participants aged 18-24, finding it boosts pleasure, sensation, intimacy, and confidence while reducing anxiety and self-consciousness. Gender influences motivations: women often cite relaxation and body image relief; men focus on performance; trans participants note dysphoria easing. Experiences range from intentional

OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 9, 2026 CBD shows promise against melanoma via epigenetic mechanisms. A Phytomedicine study from Chinese researchers found CBD induced apoptosis, inhibited proliferation, and reduced metastasis in cell lines and mouse models. It activates PPARγ, forming a complex that demethylates LRSAM1, enhancing anti-tumor effects. This first evidence of CBD modulating gene methylation positions it as a safer alternative to chemotherapy for aggress

OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 9, 2026 CBD-rich cannabis oil may reduce ADHD symptoms in autistic children and young adults. A Tel Aviv University study in Current Neuropharmacology followed 109 participants, using teacher assessments via Conners’ Scale over 3-6 months. Significant improvements appeared in hyperactivity, impulsivity, emotional instability, anxiety, and overall ADHD scores. Some links tied higher CBD blood levels to better emotional regulation. This

OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 9, 2026 Cannabis plants didn't always produce THC; evolution gradually refined this ability. A Wageningen University study in Plant Biotechnology Journal reconstructed ancient enzymes, revealing early versions were generalists producing mixed cannabinoids from CBGA. Gene duplications later specialized them for THC, CBD, or CBC pathways. Testing resurrected enzymes in yeast showed ancestors were more robust and flexible, ideal for biot

OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 9, 2026 RA recent study highlights the potential of cannflavin B, a non-psychoactive flavonoid found in cannabis, to alleviate autism-related symptoms in an animal model. Researchers from the University of Guelph published findings in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy showing that this compound significantly reduced anxiety-like behaviors and enhanced social interactions in rats prenatally exposed to valproic acid (VPA), a standard method

OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 9, 2026 A recent study from the Journal of Affective Disorders highlights medical cannabis's potential for treating depression. Researchers from Imperial College London and Kings College London examined data from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry, focusing on 698 patients treated primarily for depression. Over 24 months, patients reported significant improvements in depression symptoms (measured by PHQ-9), anxiety (GAD-7), sleep quali

OG article by MJBizDaily Staff January 8, 2026 Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a challenge with the state Supreme Court against the Smart & Safe Florida campaign's proposed adult-use marijuana legalization amendment, alleging it is misleading and unconstitutional. Uthmeier, a former chief of staff to Gov. Ron DeSantis, claims the amendment's prohibition on public cannabis use fails to prevent the smell of marijuana, potentially deceiving voters, including p

OG article by Business of Cannabis January 8, 2026 The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) in the UK has approved the first official guidance on medical cannabis, titled ‘Medicinal Cannabis and the Police – Guidance for Officers and Staff’, over seven years after its legalization. This policy, effective for all 43 police forces in England and Wales since November 2024, instructs officers to prioritize a ‘patients first, until proven otherwise’ approach in encounters with

OG article by PJ Green January 8, 2026 Jennifer Jensen, a 36-year-old mother and influential figure in the Kansas City cannabis industry, was killed in a car crash in Independence on December 27, 2025. She was a passenger in a Ford Ranger driven by her partner, with her 12-year-old daughter in the backseat, after leaving a family Christmas party. A Chevrolet Silverado driven by Mason McIntyre, 20, ran a red light at high speed, striking the passenger side. Jensen was pronoun

OG article by Kyle Jaeger January 8, 2026 A Censuswide survey commissioned by Northerner.com , involving 1,003 U.S. adults, found that only 8% plan to reduce or cease marijuana use as a 2026 New Year’s resolution, compared to 10% for alcohol, 12% for tobacco, and 16% for social media. The top resolution was improving physical health at 35%. Younger adults aged 21-24 showed the highest intent to quit cannabis at 13%, followed by 12% for 25-34, 5% for 45-54, and 4% for 55+. Me

OG article by Anthony Martinelli January 8, 2026 State Representative Jim Lucas (R) introduced House Bill 1298 on January 6, 2026, to reclassify marijuana and THC from Schedule I to Schedule III under Indiana law, recognizing their medical use while maintaining regulation. The bill, referred to the House Committee on Courts and Criminal Code, would take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes updates to criminal statutes on possession, dealing, and sentencing to align with Sche

OG article by Cris Barrish January 8, 2026 In Delaware, marijuana possession up to one ounce is legal, but public consumption remains prohibited and classified as a misdemeanor, punishable by up to five days in prison and a $200 fine. Approximately 600 people faced charges for public use in 2024. State Rep. Eric Morrison, a Democrat, introduced a bill to reclassify it as a civil violation with fines of up to $50 for first offenses and $100 for repeats, while maintaining the