What a long, strange trip it’s been. Thirty years ago, California made history as the first state to legalize medical marijuana, blazing a trail that now stretches across almost the entire country. But today’s cannabis isn’t your grandfather’s grass. Step into a dispensary, and you’ll find products vastly different from those available in the ’60s, the ’70s — even three decades ago. “There’s a lot more nuance because of the emergence of a legal retail market,” Dr. Ryan Vandrey, a professor at Johns Hopkins University’s Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit, who helps run the school’s Cannabis Science Lab, told The Post.…
Call Charles Barkley unimpressed with the brouhaha in one of the NBA’s marquee games on Wednesday night. The 76ers’ Joel Embiid and the Pistons’ Tolu Smith III got into it under the basket with 1:25 left to play in the first half in Detroit. The two big men were battling…
Kris Jenner and Khloé Kardashian revealed new details about how they caught Lamar Odom having an orgy during the height of his substance abuse issues. During the Thursday, November 5, episode of The Kardashians, Jenner, 70, and Kardashian, 42, recalled a night years ago when they went searching for Odom.…
WASHINGTON — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Wednesday ruled out voluntarily leaving his job to take a Senate appointment — as President Trump considers whether to make him his whipping boy for the brutal midterm election wipeout. Hegseth advocated for and oversees the Iran war, which caused steep Republican…
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino has been accused of “abuse of power” after the group booked VIP airport escorts in Miami for the soccer fat cat’s wife and daughters, including one trip with their dogs, according to sources and official records. His wife and daughters show up 125 times in Miami…
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County star Jen Affleck insisted that her marriage to husband Zac Affleck was “stronger than ever” just over a year before she filed for divorce. “[Our marriage is] night and day difference at this point,” Jen, 27, exclusively told Us in April 2025. “Every…
WASHINGTON — The US has been moving forward with a plan for months to pull nearly $4 billion in annual aid from Israel starting in 2027, as President Trump weighs his next move in the war against Iran that cost him the midterms. Trump announced the withdrawal of billions of…
Julius Randle had four assists in the Netsâ win â but his biggest help may have been when he willingly told coach Jordi Fernández not to sub him in and let the red-hot bench unit bring home the victory. The veteran forward checked out with 22 points and the Nets…
It was a bittersweet goodbye for Chicago Fire’s Joe Cruz, but actor Joe Miñoso feels content with how his story was wrapped up. Warning: Spoilers below from season 15, episode 15 of Chicago Fire. “What’s great about what we did with the character was, you know, I never imagined him…
New Hampshire police have arrested a 70-year-old poet after he allegedly slapped a Turning Point Action member in the face outside a Laconia elementary school where voters were casting ballots Tuesday. The Laconia Police Department said officers arrested the suspect, identified as Stephen Redic, around 8 a.m. Wednesday on charges…
Luka Dončić had his fifth 40-point performance in his last six games, finishing with 40 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and one steal in the Lakers’ 116-103 win over the Kings on Wednesday in Sacramento. Color Austin Reaves not impressed. “He could’ve had 60 if he weren’t asleep in the…
Scrubs just introduced a new development in J.D. and Elliot’s relationship after an offscreen split — and a surprise shakeup. “I don’t know what the writers have planned at all,” Sarah Chalke, who plays Elliot, exclusively told Us. “I genuinely don’t. I’m not just not spoiling. I actually don’t know…
The blue tsunami washed away more Republicans on Wednesday with Democrats sweeping race after race to seize control of both chambers of Congress in a rebuke of President Trump and his administration. Democrats are projected to finish with as many as 258 seats in the House of Representatives, compared with…
US stocks jumped Wednesday after Democrats clinched a historic sweep of Congress on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average surging more than 1,500 points, or 3%, the S&P 500 rising 1.6% and the Nasdaq Composite up 1.4%. It was the blue-chip index’s best day since April 2025. Analysts believe…
SACRAMENTO — It didn’t come via the hot start from Luka Dončić that’s become customary to start the season. But the Slovenian superstar continued his dominant run to open 2026-27 Wednesday night at Golden 1 Center, recording his third straight 40-point game in the Lakers’ 116-103 win over the Kings.…
Us has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! It’s sweater weather! If dropping temperatures have you dreaming about pricey knits from The Row, Loro Piana, Aritzia and Ralph Lauren, you’re not alone. But we uncovered 17 designer-looking sweaters hiding…
Packers running back Josh Jacobs addressed the latest abuse allegations made against him on Wednesday, calling them âan attack ââon me and who I am and my character.â Jacobs, 28, pushed back on the accusations revealed over the weekend after the Hobart/Lawrence Police Department released documents related to an alleged…
When it comes to Monica Garcia possibly returning to The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Meredith Marks isn’t completely disengaging with the idea. “Well, as you know, that’s not up to me. But I don’t know,” Meredith, 54, exclusively shared with Us when promoting season 7 of the Bravo…
Republicans are crediting Gov. Ron DeSantis with keeping Florida red – sparking buzz about his 2028 prospects after the Sunshine State bucked a Democratic blue wave that swept the GOP out of power across much of the country. “Let’s be clear about what happened last night,” DeSantis said at press…
Nike has been slapped with a fatwa – a religious decree from an Islamic leader – for “promoting polytheism,” since the sneaker brand is inspired by the Greek goddess Nike. The Dar al-Ifta, Libya’s top religious authority, issued the ruling, which bans Muslims from buying, selling or wearing clothing with…
American soccer fans might soon be able to breathe a sigh of relief about Julian Hall’s international future. The Red Bull New York star was named to the U.S. men’s national team’s squad for the Concacaf Nations League matches against Haiti that take place beginning next week. Should the teen…
Nearly 15 years after Michelle Parker vanished the same day a pretaped episode of The People’s Court featuring her and her ex-fiancé aired on TV, prosecutors have formally charged Dale Smith Jr. with her murder. Smith, 55, was arrested in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, October 14, on a second-degree murder…
Republican New York Rep. Michael Lawler lost to Democratic rival Cait Conley in Tuesday’s blue tsunami despite carrying the large bloc of Orthodox Jewish voters in the Hudson Valley’s 17th district, sources said. The two-term congressman won 71% of election precincts in the Town of Ramapo, which has a large…
As millions of Americans head to the polls to cast their vote on Election Day, President Donald Trump is threatening to leave the United States altogether. “If people ever get tired of me in the U.S., I’ll move to Israel and become prime minister,” the commander-in-chief, 80, claimed while calling…
WASHINGTON — South Texas GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz lost her bitterly fought bid for a third House term against Democrat Bobby Pulido — whose ties to a registered sex offender and former bandmate upended the House contest when they were exposed by The Post in April. De La…
California’s bitterly contested billionaire tax appeared to be heading for defeat Tuesday night after a vicious campaign that split Democrats, sent Silicon Valley tycoons scrambling to leave the state and sparked a $330 million-plus war to kill the proposal. Proposition 40, which would slap a one-time 5% tax on billionaires’…
After a night when the Rangers killed all six of their penalties, Mike Sullivan was left ruing the stick infractions that they’ve continued to commit — and that have repeatedly tested the league’s best penalty-kill unit. The Blueshirts jumped from third to first in the NHL when their 3-1 win…
Us has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Who says fall fashion has to revolve around neutral colors and predictable patterns? While chocolate brown has become a wardrobe staple, pairing it with an unexpected pop of pink can brighten…
WASHINGTON — Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek, a former wheelchair basketball star, defeated Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson Tuesday in the race to replace retiring GOP Sen. Joni Ernst, ensuring Democrats would take control of the upper chamber of Congress for at least the next two years. Turek, 47, the first…
It seems like Brian Kelly would be interested in throwing his hat in the ring for the Florida State opening. The former LSU and Notre Dame head coach said having a job with the Seminoles would be an “honor and a privilege,” especially when considering the “brand” of the storied…
A judge in Nassau County reportedly dismissed Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex A. Heuermann’s daughter from jury duty after she was initially called to participate in a child sexual abuse case. Victoria Heuermann responded to the jury summons in late October and was selected as a potential juror in a…
James Talarico made history Tuesday, becoming the first Democrat elected to the US Senate from Texas since 1988 by upsetting state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton, 63, had unseated 24-year incumbent John Cornyn in a May primary runoff, but a history of scandals and controversy proved too much for him…
The Los Angeles Angels find themselves in a new light in the MLB offseason, and that’s due to team owner Arte Moreno selling the team to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment last summer. With a new owner who has a history of being ready to sign a blank check, the organization…
Perez Hilton’s team and family are offering an encouraging update on the blogger’s recovery three months after his disturbing self-harm livestream. “It’s been three months since our family began navigating this difficult time,” read a message on Hilton’s website on Tuesday, November 3. “While it hasn’t been easy, we’re grateful…
GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr. lost his bid for a third House term Tuesday after vanishing earlier this year for four months with no explanation and later claiming depression was the cause. Kean trailed Democrat Rebecca Bennett by 37% to 62% as of 9:45 pm EST. Kean’s loss apparently ends…
It’s time to hang it up. After 20 years in business, a West Hollywood mom-and-pop shop is closing its doors for good. Brick & Mortar clothing boutique announced that they will permanently close by the end of this month, ceasing both in-store and online sales. Located at 8713 Santa Monica…
Observers at U.S. men’s national team camp last month were treated to an unusual sight. In addition to Mauricio Pochettino and his staff running training sessions, Steve Cherundolo, the U.S. under-23 coach, was involved as well. Given the youthful composition of the roster that swept through four friendlies, it made…
Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard have become some people’s favorite couple in Hollywood, but others scrutinize their every move. Bell started dating Shepard in 2007. The couple got engaged in 2009, eventually tying the knot in 2013. Bell and Shepard went on to welcome daughters Lincoln (born in March 2013)…
There was one word on the lips of most voters in Los Angeles on election day. Change. “We need a change,” said Alex Escobar, a teacher, who voted in Van Nuys early Tuesday for Republican Steve Hilton for governor. Escobar has voted Democrat in previous elections. “There’s been eight consecutive…
Checking out. A beloved Asian supermarket chain is checking out of two California communities, leaving more than 100 workers facing layoffs as competition for grocery shoppers heats up. 99 Ranch Market, one of the nation’s largest Asian grocery chains, is permanently closing its longtime Pleasanton location in the San Francisco…
Bob Heinz, a two-time Dolphins Super Bowl champion who was a key piece of their undefeated 1972 season, died on Oct 31, his family announced. He was 79. The Miami Herald reported that Heinz, who was diagnosed with heart failure four years ago, died in California of natural causes. “Bob…
John Goodman opened up about life after losing 200 pounds and admitted that he is adjusting to the person he sees in the mirror. The actor, 74, shed light on his weight loss transformation during an interview with Josh Horowitz on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast on Monday, November 2,…
WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff easily won a second term Tuesday, defeating GOP Rep. Mike Collins in what was once expected to be a highly competitive race. Follow for live updates on the 2026 Midterm Elections Ossoff was thought to be the most vulnerable incumbent Democrat heading into this…
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