Articles tagged with "religion"
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The Shake: Denver Has Growhouse Brokers, and Miami Cops Bust Man with Majestic Half-Beard
Lisa Rough - Published on April 25, 2016Read moreLegalization advocates are at the White House today, a Utah study shows further potential for cannabis epilepsy treatment, and seriously, this guy’s beard.
Court: Native American Church Not Excused From Cannabis Laws
The Associated Press - Published on April 7, 2016Read moreA federal court has ruled that a church for Native Americans in Hawaii should not be excused from federal marijuana laws despite the group’s claim that ingesting cannabis is part of their sacred sacrament.
We Ride Along as Marley Natural Descends on L.A.
Ben Adlin - Published on February 11, 2016Read moreLeafly was there for the official rollout of a global lifestyle brand tied to one of the biggest names in cannabis.
Weekend Weirdness: Cannabis-Growing ‘Nuns’ Refuse to Back Down Despite Cultivation Ban
Rebecca Kelley - Published on January 9, 2016Read moreSelf-described “nuns” in Merced, California, produce high-CBD products for ailing patients despite a recent city ordinance banning cannabis cultivation and sales.
The IRS Just Gave the First Church of Cannabis Tax-Exempt Status
Rebecca Kelley - Published on June 2, 2015Read moreThe IRS just granted Indiana’s First Church of Cannabis tax-exempt status, opening up a myriad of benefits including various tax advantages and limited auditing risks.
Jamaica’s Cannabis Roots: The History of Ganja on the Island
Lisa Rough - Published on May 14, 2015Read moreIf you’re curious how cannabis came to be so prevalent and well-known in Jamaica, we thought we’d share a little research we dug up on the topic that may enlighten you.
Weekend Weirdness: Would You Worship the Church of Cannabis?
Rebecca Kelley - Published on April 25, 2015Read moreIndiana’s controversial Religious Freedom Restoration Act has inspired one man to protest in an unexpected way: by establishing the “First Church of Cannabis.”
Jamaica Considering Cannabis Legalization Bill
Lisa Rough - Published on January 22, 2015Read moreThe Jamaican cabinet approved a bill to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of cannabis and grant businesses licenses for developing medicinal marijuana.
9 Holy Strains That Can Change Pope Francis’ Opinion of Cannabis
Rebecca Kelley - Published on July 10, 2014Read morePope Francis recently condemned efforts to legalize cannabis but we’re confident that these nine “holy” strains will help change his mind about the misunderstood plant.
A Gift From the Gods: The History of Cannabis and Religion
Sara Dilley - Published on December 19, 2013Read moreDoes cannabis have any ties to religion? What we found may surprise you. Cannabis has not only been used in religious ceremonies, it has a long-standing tradition in numerous world faiths.